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Spend a morning, an afternoon or a whole day on the water near St. Petersburg on your own private 45-foot sailboat. We sail from Bowden's Marina in Madeira Beach, out through John's Pass and along the Gulf coast. The 4-hour half day is all about the sail: cruise the Gulf beaches and the Intracoastal, watch for dolphins, and take the helm if you'd like to learn. On the 8-hour full day we also stop to anchor at Shell Key or Egmont Key, depending on wind and conditions, to swim, snorkel and walk the beach.
The boat is private for your group of up to 6, so bring your own food and drinks and set your own pace. Take the helm and learn the basics, or relax on deck while the captain sails. Most of the captains are women and American Sailing Association instructors, and every trip runs with a USCG-licensed captain. Madeira Beach is about 30 minutes from downtown St. Petersburg and Clearwater Beach.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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John's Pass Village & Boardwalk (Pass by)
We sail out from Bowden's Marina past the shops and restaurants of John's Pass Village, then through the pass into the Gulf of Mexico. Watch for dolphins, pelicans and manatees along the way.
Admission ticket free -
1Fort De Soto Park
On the full day, the captain chooses one stop based on wind and conditions. One choice is Shell Key, off Fort De Soto: drop anchor to swim, snorkel, walk the beach and look for shells. Bring your own food and drinks for a picnic at anchor.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Egmont Key State Park
Or, on the full day, sail on to Egmont Key at the mouth of Tampa Bay: anchor off the island to swim and snorkel, walk the beach, see the lighthouse, and watch for gopher tortoises, dolphins and sea birds before sailing home.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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