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An Experience of a Lifetime!
Customize your 2, 3 or 4 hour Anna Maria / Long Boat Key tour with selections of fun activities like snorkeling, sightseeing, historic island tours, waterfront estates, eco/nature tour, and photography.
Anna Maria and Long Boat Key offer bar hopping, restaurant pickup/drop off and more. You choose which tours and activities you want to do for a fully customized experience.
Pick-up Locations:
- Kingfish Boat Ramp
- Compass Hotel Anna Maria Island
- Coquina North Boat Ramp
Available Activities:
Dolphin Tours
Experience the magic of watching dolphins frolic in their natural habitat with our Dolphin Tour on Anna Maria Island. Our expert guides know all the best spots to find these playful creatures, ensuring you have the best chance to see them up close. Feel the excitement as dolphins jump and play alongside the boat, creating special memories for you and your family. Join us for an unforgettable journey on the crystal-clear waters of Anna Maria Island and witness the wonder of dolphins in the wild.
Snorkeling
Embark on an adventurous journey to top snorkeling spots, including Egmont Key, our favorite destination with a rich history and mesmerizing underwater landscapes. Discover the sunken gun battery from Fort Dade, a Spanish-American War relic, offering a unique blend of history and marine life. Swim through these intriguing remnants and encounter diverse fish species, sea turtles, stingrays, and even manatees. With its clear waters and captivating underwater structures, Egmont Key is a must-visit for any snorkeling enthusiast.
Sunset Tours
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Anna Maria Island on our enchanting sunset boat tour. As the sun dips below the horizon, the sky transforms into a canvas of vibrant colors, reflecting off the serene waters and creating a picturesque setting like no other. Cruise along the coastline, feel the gentle sea breeze, and marvel at the stunning views of pristine beaches and lush landscapes bathed in the golden glow of twilight. Keep an eye out for playful dolphins, often spotted frolicking in the waves, adding a magical touch to your evening. Perfect for couples, families, and photographers, this tour offers an unforgettable evening of natural beauty and tranquility. Join us for a magical sunset experience that captures the essence of Anna Maria Island!
Pub Crawl
Join us for our famous Pub Crawl Cruise starting at Compass Hotel! First stop: Annie’s Bait and Tackle for their renowned jello and ice cream shots. Then, we head to Bridge Street, where you can choose from a variety of lively bars. Our final destination is Mira Vista on Longboat Key, a top island hotspot where you can sip tropical drinks under the sunset or stars. Enjoy appetizers, dinner, live music, and sandy toes as you relax. Ready for more? Captain Fun, your designated driver, will whisk you away to the next exciting location or Tiki bar.
Island Hopping – Most popular
Discover the stunning islands and sandbars of the Gulf! Stay on the serene sandbars of Anna Maria Bay or venture to the most popular local islands, perfect for shelling, snorkeling, and sunbathing. Dive into the excitement and check out what each sandbar and island has to offer for your unforgettable adventure!
Local Sandbar
Jewfish
The world famous Jewfish Key, is a large sandbar where you can get out and swim, shell, snorkel, and relax. The water here is crystal clear and bright blue. Traveling to this paradise you have the possibility to see dolphins, hermit crabs, sand dollars, starfish, manatees, fish, and much more!
Local Islands
Beer Can Island
Beer Can Island is truly one of Florida’s many hidden gems! This incredible island will make you feel like you are being transported to a remote enchanted tropical oasis. Even as a local, this island doesn’t even feel like Florida! Strewn with driftwood, gorgeous shells, and incredible views of the Gulf of Mexico, Beer Can Island is truly an incredible place to visit in Florida.
Egmont Key
Get ready for an adventure on the hidden gem of Egmont Key! History enthusiasts will be thrilled as they wander the enchanting brick paths leading to the remnants of Fort Dade, a relic from the Spanish-American War, and gaze upon the majestic 1858 Egmont Key Lighthouse, still proudly maintained by the U.S. Coast Guard. Don’t forget your camera! This island paradise is a wildlife haven, where box turtles and gopher tortoises roam, and a variety of nesting birds like Royal & Least Terns, Brown Pelicans, Ibis, and Laughing Gulls fill the skies. For the explorers at heart, Egmont Key offers some of the best snorkeling adventures! Dive into crystal-clear waters and discover the “Sunken Ruins,” which have created a vibrant artificial reef teeming with marine life. Egmont Key isn’t just a visit—it’s an unforgettable journey into nature and history!
Passage Key
Looking to enjoy nature? It doesn’t get more natural than this. This low lying sandbar fluctuates in size and can often be completely below water during high tide.
If you are looking to wade in the water with a cool drink and have a great time, this is the place for you. Side note some neighbors might enjoy nature a little more than you, as clothes are optional in this area! (Recommended as an adults only trip).
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- Two-Three bottles of water per person as staying hydrated is critical to having a great time out on the water
- Towels
- Sunscreen
- Hats and sunglasses with a retaining strap
- Anything you snap beautiful photos and videos of your experience
- Fall and Winter months we recommend bringing a light jacket
- Remember you are on a boat and might get wet!
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Customers will receive a full refund or credit if canceled 21 days prior to departure date. Cancellation must be made by email to (islandhopperstours@gmail.com). Customers will also receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. The Captain will make the final decision to cancel the tour one half hour prior to departure and this is based on weather. No-shows will be charged the full price.