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So, you're looking for a boat tour the whole family can enjoy, but it needs to be safe, and you want to avoid large cookie-cutter tours that cram guests like sardines into their crafts. If this rings true, look to CoastLine Dolphin & Snorkeling Excursions for your next outing.
Since 2012, this family-owned outfitter has become a go-to for travelers seeking an eco-friendly, small-size boat tour of Florida's marine life and surrounding landmarks.
Heading up this dynamic team is Captain Shaun "Kasay" Gunter, who, with other team members, offers over 50 years of combined captain experience. As licensed USCG captains with CPR-certified crews, you can rest assured you're in safe hands.
CoastLine designs each outing around you, offering passage on high-class powerboats that comfortably seat a maximum of six. Good-bye overcrowded water cruises! Additionally, with a variety of tours, experiences, and packages, there's an excursion for every budget and interest. We'll unpack these in our next section.
Regarding the boats, don't associate "comfortable" with slowness. The powerful outboard engines enable the captains to reach the best wildlife spots fast, so you spend more time enjoying the sights and less time getting there.
With their local expertise and years of experience, they know where to find dolphins, manatees, and snorkeling spots. Witnessing playful dolphins spiraling into the air behind your boat is a thrill you won't soon forget!
So, grab your reef-safe sunscreen, pack the cooler, and get ready for ocean-safe, thrilling boat tours on your Anna Maria Island getaway.
CoastLine Dolphin & Snorkeling Excursions: Fun Facts & Cool Features
The most popular tour is the 2-Hour Anna Maria Island Excursion. You and your crew will cruise the waters around AMI to see dolphins and manatees. Next, you'll relax on a shallow sandbar to look for shells and interact with marine life.
If your children are old enough, the 3- or 4-Hour Egmont Key is a must! This excursion has a little bit of this and a little bit of that. You'll snorkel near the sunken ruins of Fort Dade, a coastal defense built in 1898 during the Spanish-American War. While it has been deactivated since 1923, it's now home to subtropical fish and other marine life. You'll also explore a National Wildlife Refuge where Gopher Tortoises roam and the oldest working lighthouse in Florida resides.
For the ultimate water experience, consider a private tour. The 6- and 8-hour packages let you create a tailor-made adventure that suits your wants and needs. While the company has only 2 boats, with a maximum of 6 guests each, you can rent both boats for larger groups.
Another popular private trip is the 2-hour sunset cruise. Suitable for all ages, bring your favorite drinks and food and enjoy this memory-making outing.
They also offer Restaurant Dock and Dine Cruises, Sightseeing Tours, and even cruises centered around real estate and dolphins, for those considering purchasing a home or rental in the area.
One standout perk is the top-of-the-line snorkel gear, included with your price. Of course, you may bring your own, but knowing everyone is covered sure takes the stress out of planning.
As an eco-friendly business, CoastLine respects the wildlife and habitats. For this reason, guests may not use spray sunscreen and must use reef-safe products. Additionally, you're only permitted to take shells that aren't alive.
The mix of expert guidance, quality gear, comfortable boats, and unforgettable wildlife encounters makes CoastLine Dolphin & Snorkeling Excursions a must!
Local Tips
- Check the veteran, return customer, and local discounts.
- Only reef-safe sunscreen is allowed. Spray-on sunscreen is prohibited.
- Pack a towel and a change of clothes for the ride back to the dock.
- Morning tours offer calmer waters and better wildlife sightings.
