Clearwater Sunset Cruise: Private 2-Hour Gulf Charter

Two hours on the water while the sun meets the horizon

A private 2-hour sunset cruise aboard Salt Therapy departing from Clearwater Beach, where you watch dolphins and the sky change color over the Gulf of Mexico with a USCG-licensed captain who has 40+ years of local knowledge. The boat holds up to six guests, includes ice, bottled water, and a Bluetooth speaker for your playlist, and times adjust based on weather and what your group wants to do.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset cruise and dolphin watching

• Board private boat Salt Therapy
• Cruise south along Clearwater Beach coastline
• Enjoy sunset views over Gulf of Mexico
• Spot dolphins in calm coastal waters
• Anchor off One Tree Island for swim or float
• Toast the day and listen to music onboard

The experience

You board in Clearwater Beach or Indian Rocks Beach and head south along the shoreline as the sun begins to dip. The captain navigates to the best vantage points for sunset photos, and if conditions allow, the boat slips briefly into the Gulf for a panoramic view most visitors never see from shore. Dolphins often appear in the fading light, and the calm evening waters mean you're not fighting chop or wind.

The route includes a stop at One Tree Island, a locals-only spot where you can swim or float as the colors shift around you. Bring your own beer, wine, or canned drinks to toast the day. The cooler comes stocked with ice and bottled water. Cue up your favorite playlist on the Bluetooth system and settle into the rhythm of the evening. Everything runs on the captain's read of the weather and what your group wants: no fixed itinerary, no rushing.

The captain holds a USCG license and has spent four decades on these waters, so he knows where the dolphins congregate and which angles catch the light best. This is your boat for the evening. No other guests board. All taxes and fuel are included in the price.

What’s included

• Private 2-hour charter aboard Salt Therapy for up to six guests.
• USCG-licensed captain with 40+ years of local experience.
• cooler stocked with ice and bottled water.
• Bluetooth sound system to play your own music.
• local taxes and fuel.
• pickup from Clearwater Beach or Indian Rocks Beach.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 16:00, 16:30, 17:00 and 17:30

Book up to12h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Captain Clearwater

Is this one for you?Two hours is long enough to watch the full sunset and swim at One Tree Island, but short enough to fit into an afternoon or evening without eating the rest of your day. If you need a longer outing or plan to explore Clearwater's restaurants and bars afterward, this leaves time for both.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I bring my own drinks on the Clearwater sunset cruise?

Yes. Beer, wine, and canned drinks are welcome. Bring what you like. The boat provides a cooler stocked with ice and bottled water.

What time does the sunset cruise depart from Clearwater Beach?

Departure times shift with the sunset and are confirmed based on weather and your group's preference. The captain will coordinate the exact time when you book.

Will we see dolphins on the cruise?

Dolphins often appear in the evening waters, especially in the fading light. The captain knows where they congregate and will navigate to the best spots, though sightings are never guaranteed.

How many people can fit on the Salt Therapy?

The boat holds up to six guests, and it's a private charter: only your group boards. No other passengers join you.

What's included in the price of the cruise?

The 2-hour private charter, USCG-licensed captain, cooler with ice and bottled water, Bluetooth sound system, local taxes, and fuel are all included. Gratuities are appreciated but separate.