Egmont Key

3 hours | Max 6 Passengers | From $470

"Sea Shelling on Untouched Beaches"

Discover one of the most unique and sought-after Anna Maria Island boat tours to Egmont Key with a fully private charter to a secluded island paradise only accessible by boat. At Crysten’s AMI Boat Tours, we specialize in private Egmont Key boat tours from Anna Maria Island, Bradenton Beach, and Sarasota Bay, offering a rare chance to explore untouched beaches, historic ruins, and crystal-clear snorkeling waters far from the crowds.

Step aboard your private Egmont Key snorkeling and island tour and leave behind the busy beaches as your captain takes you across Tampa Bay toward one of Florida’s most beautiful and historically rich barrier islands. Unlike large group ferries and crowded excursions, your experience is fully private, flexible, and designed around your ideal day.

Once anchored at Egmont Key State Park, your adventure begins:

Walk through the hauntingly beautiful remains of Fort Dade, a Spanish-American War-era military outpost. Discover abandoned brick gun batteries, hidden pathways, and overgrown structures that tell the story of Florida’s coastal defense history.

Egmont Key is a federally protected wildlife sanctuary, home to native species including gopher tortoises, shorebirds, and coastal wildlife. As you explore sandy trails and untouched terrain, you’ll experience one of the most natural and preserved islands on Florida’s Gulf Coast.

Dive straight into the water from your private boat for an unforgettable Egmont Key snorkeling experience near Anna Maria Island. The surrounding waters feature:

• Clear turquoise visibility 
• Seagrass beds and marine habitats 
• Submerged historic structures near Fort Dade 

This is one of the most unique snorkeling locations on the entire Florida Gulf Coast.

Because Egmont Key is only accessible by boat, its beaches remain quiet and uncrowded — making it one of the best shelling spots near Tampa Bay and Anna Maria Island. Walk the shoreline and discover:

• Sand dollars 
• Conch shells 
• Unique Gulf Coast seashells 

Capture incredible views of the iconic Egmont Key Lighthouse, a historic landmark still standing watch over Tampa Bay and maintained by the U.S. Coast Guard. It’s one of the most photographed hidden gems in the region.

Unlike ferry services or large group excursions, our private Egmont Key boat charters from Anna Maria Island offer:

• Flexible timing and custom itineraries 
• No crowds or rushed schedules 
• Personalized snorkeling and beach time 
• Local captain guidance to the best spots 

Perfect for families, couples, photographers, and adventure seekers searching for:

• Egmont Key boat tours from Anna Maria Island 
• Private snorkeling tours Tampa Bay 
• Best shelling beaches near Anna Maria Island 
• Fort Dade ruins boat tour Florida 

👉 If you’re looking for the best Egmont Key boat tour experience near Anna Maria Island, this is the ultimate way to explore history, wildlife, snorkeling, and untouched beaches all in one unforgettable private adventure.

Book your private Egmont Key tour today and experience one of Florida’s last hidden island treasures.