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Three Hour Shelling Cruise to Shell Key Preserve from John's Pass

Three Hour Shelling Cruise to Shell Key Preserve from John's Pass

Overview

Our 3hr Shell Key Shelling Trip is offered from Hubbard’s Marina inside Johns Pass and offers around one hour on the island exploring and shelling with around an hour ride down the back protected bay waters on a relaxing, safe, and fun trip onboard the HUB Cat 49.

On the ride back to Johns Pass, we will cruise up our beautiful gulf beaches when weather allows, if it’s a little bumpy the ride back will also be in the back protected bay waters.

We will often spot dolphins, seabirds, manatees and other wildlife on the ride out and back!

City: St Petersburg

Sat 31 May

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Starting at $44.95

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Sat 31 May

Starting at $44.95

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Restroom on board

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Tierra Verde

Explore Shell Key Preserve, located in the mouth of Tampa Bay, a 195 acre barrier Island. You will experience beautiful, calm and protected back bay waters and spot dolphins, seabirds, manatees and other wildlife on the trip.

John's Pass Village & Boardwalk

The "Pass", as locals refer to it, was created by a hurricane on September 27, 1848. A pirate, John Levique, made the first passage through the newly created pass. Hence the name, Johns Pass. Over one hundred merchants with unique retail shopping, a variety of restaurants and local tour operators.

Madeira Beach

Often referred to as “Mad Beach” by the locals, this beach hosts soft, white sand and is a great place to spot dolphins.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (172)

Michelle_M

Mar 2025

Excellent excursion. Captain Robin and first mate Brandi were excellent guides. We saw multiple pods of dolphins on our way back from shelling and got LOTS of amazing shells on Shell Key. It was a perfect activity for the morning into the afternoon. Highly recommend and intend to go again in the future!

Passenger26672297990

Mar 2025

Our captains were fun and full of interesting facts along our voyage. The shelling was great too. I found a beautiful conch shell.

Tiffany_K

Mar 2025

We left on time, no wait, not crowded. Fun crew! Thank you co-captain Scott for our shell necklaces! The beach was appely named with lots of shells.