MADEIRA BEACH BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Three Island Tour: Snorkel the Sunken Ruins and Walk the Sandbars off Madeira Beach
A 5-hour boat outing in Madeira Beach that visits Edgemont Key, Outback Key or Sand Dollar Island, and Shell Key, with snorkeling and optional island walks.
Three Island Tour: Snorkel the Sunken Ruins and Walk the Sandbars off Madeira Beach.
This is a half-day boat excursion out of Madeira Beach that threads three barrier islands—Edgemont Key, an outlying sandbar or island (Outback Key or Sand Dollar Island), and Shell Key—offering shallow-water snorkeling over sunken ruins, grass-flat wildlife viewing and an optional island walking tour.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Edgemont Key’s sunken ruins and grass flats
Edgemont Key is the tour’s first stop—guests snorkel (weather permitting) among sunken ruins and peer into surrounding grass flats to look for marine life.
Sandbar time at Outback Key or Sand Dollar Island
After snorkeling, the boat visits either Outback Key or Sand Dollar Island, giving passengers a chance to explore shallow sandbars and stretch their legs ashore.
Shell Key’s shoreline and quiet beaches
The route includes Shell Key, a final stop on the three-island circuit where passengers can enjoy the island’s shoreline before heading back.
What the day feels like
What the half-day feels like
Over roughly five hours you’ll move from boat to water and shore: a run to Edgemont Key for snorkeling over sunken structure and into grass flats, then shallow-water stops at Outback Key or Sand Dollar Island and at Shell Key, with time ashore for anyone who wants to walk the islands.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits—and who should plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring comfortable clothing and shoes, a swimsuit, sunscreen and a camera. If you are 21 years or older and need to present ID, bring a photo ID.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Three Island Tour?
The tour runs for five hours.
Which islands does the trip visit?
The itinerary visits Edgemont Key, then Outback Key or Sand Dollar Island, and finishes at Shell Key.
Is snorkeling included?
Yes—guests snorkel at Edgemont Key among sunken ruins, weather permitting.
What are the group size limits and minimums?
The boat carries up to six passengers, and the operator requires at least three people for the tour to go out; if the minimum isn’t met you will be contacted to reschedule.
What should I bring with me?
Bring comfortable clothing and shoes, a swimsuit, sunscreen, a camera, and a photo ID if you are 21 years or older.