Things to Do in St. Petersburg in March

Set out from the docks near Treasure Island on a dedicated vessel, where your small group will scan the sun-dappled waves of the Gulf for the sleek, gray arcs of bottlenose dolphins. The captain navigates to known feeding grounds, where you might hear the sharp exhalation of a dolphin surfacing just off the bow before it slips back into the deep green water. This private tour offers an unhurried pursuit, away from the crowded decks of larger sightseeing boats.

Glide in a kayak through a silent, shaded world where the tangled roots of red mangroves rise from the tea-colored water, forming narrow, winding tunnels that feel a world away from the open bay. The only sounds are the drip of water from your paddle and the distant cry of a seabird as you navigate toward the brilliant white sands and shallows of Shell Key. You will see countless shells crunching underfoot on the island's shore and feel the cool, brackish water on your hands.

Stand atop your board on the placid waters of Boca Ciega Bay, feeling the gentle rock of the swell beneath your feet as you paddle past waterfront homes and over seagrass beds where rays flutter in the shallows. The guide points out ospreys circling overhead and may have you taste the slightly salty air while you learn to maneuver your board with quiet efficiency. This tour has a uniquely stable and elevated perspective on the intracoastal waterways of St. Petersburg.

A photographer meets your family on the powder-sugar sands of St. Pete Beach, capturing the warm glow of the evening as the sun sinks toward the Gulf of Mexico. They will guide you to the best spot to avoid shadows, where you can feel the cool evening breeze and hear the soft crash of waves while creating professional portraits with the famous Florida sunset as your backdrop. The result is a set of images free from the self-timer scramble, full of genuine interaction and that legendary golden hour light.

This private charter allows you to design a day on the water, cruising to shell-strewn barrier islands like Shell Key or Egmont Key, where you can feel the crunch of ancient coral underfoot on the beach. Along the way, you will watch for dolphins playing in the boat's wake and smell the salty air as you anchor in a secluded cove for a swim in the refreshing, clear Gulf waters. The entire experience is tailored to your group's pace and interests, from sightseeing to swimming.

Depart from the busy passes near St. Pete Beach on a boat equipped for play, heading for shallow sandbars where the water is a dazzling, clear aqua. You will feel the thrill of being towed on a tube over the waves, then slip into the calm Gulf to snorkel over sandy bottoms, watching for hermit crabs and small fish. The day mixes adrenaline with relaxation, all under the bright March sun, with the skyline of St. Petersburg visible in the distance.