ST. PETE BEACH WATER RECREATION
WATER SPORTS AT THE BEACH
Fuel your sense of adventure with water sports at St. Pete Beach
Let the Gulf of Mexico fuel the family fun. A stay at TradeWinds Island Resorts comes loaded with more water sports at the beach than any other Florida resort. From snorkeling to diving, kayaking to paddleboarding, awaken your senses with these St. Pete Beach activities. Among the water recreation fun you’ll find at TradeWinds Island Resorts:
What could be more relaxing than sunning on a giant raft – big enough for four – while floating gently in the Gulf?
Stand-Up Paddleboards
$30/half hour; $40/hour
Reserve the Fun: Call 727.363.2294 or click to purchase
purchaseCruise the award-winning coastline on a stand-up paddleboard, not to be confused with the also-available paddleboats. This adventure is perfect for beginners who want to explore the Gulf’s beauty or for athletes who want to paddle their way to a great core workout.
Glide along the coastline of the Gulf Coast and enjoy breathtaking views of one of TripAdvisor’s top-rated American beaches during this ocean kayaking experience. Visit the yellow Tiki Hut on the beach behind TradeWinds Island Grand. Kayaking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Wave Runners
$75/half hour; $130/full hour
Available on a first-come, first-served basis
727.722.8338Glide over the Gulf of Mexico on a Wave Runner. At the helm of your own jet ski rental, discover Tampa Bay by water. Visit the yellow Tiki Hut on the beach behind TradeWinds Island Grand. Wave Runners are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Guest must be at least 15 years old to drive with a parent. Guests ages 18 to 32 years old, with a boating license, can drive solo. Anyone born prior to 1988 does not need a boating license.
Ride the ocean waves and cruise the coastline on a banana boat ride. Fun for the whole family. Visit the yellow Tiki Hut on the beach behind TradeWinds Island Grand. Banana Boat rides are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The 6th person is free, with a party of 6 people riding together.
Parasailing
$85/person; $40/parasail observer
Available on a first-come, first-served basis
727.722.8338Get a birds eye view of St. Pete Beach. If you’re ready to soar above the sea on a parasail, check into the yellow Tiki Hut on the beach behind TradeWinds Island Grand. Parasailing is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Shelling + Dolphin Watch Cruises
$40/adult, $30/child ages 3-12
Reserve the Fun: Call Adventure Cruises 727.492.4502
727.492.4502Experience nature up close on the Shelling and Dolphin Watch Cruise. Encounter dolphins in the wild on this dolphin-watch certified cruise, then stop off at the Shell Key Preserve for some shelling, a family-favorite hunt for shells.
Snorkeling Trip
Reserve the Fun: Call Adventure Cruises 727.492.4502
Snorkel in the pristine waters surrounding historic Egmont Key State Park, accessible only by boat. Stop off at the park for a shore excursion to explore the Lighthouse, constructed in 1858, or Fort Dade, built 40 years later — all situated within the park’s National Wildlife Refuge.
Diving
Reserve the Fun: Call the Outfitter Shop 855.446.8834 or 727.329.1408
One of the most extensive, well-maintained artificial reef systems is located in Florida’s Gulf Coast. A combination of reef rebuilding efforts and Florida’s limestone ledges, the Gulf is home to amazing dive sites, including some of the area’s most amazing shipwrecks. Learn more
Fishing
Varies based on fishing excursion
Reserve the Fun: Call the Outfitter Shop 855.446.8834 or 727.329.1408
If you’re staying at (or playing at) RumFish Beach Resort, you’ll notice we have a certain love for deep sea adventures, including fishing. At TradeWinds Island Resorts, venture off on a fishing adventure. Let our inshore and offshore adventures lure you to fun. Learn more
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SUP Tickets
For your convenience, you can claim your paddleboard tickets online. SUP boards can be rented on an hourly basis, the perfect way to explore the shoreline of this two-resort destination.
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