Boat Tour Clearwater
⭐ 4.9 9 experiences
from US$ 36
⏱ 2 h ✓ Free cancellation
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Clearwater: Dolphin Sightseeing Tour & Compass Island Swimming★ 4.83 (2,272) · 1h 30m
Top ratedClearwater Beach: Private Dolphin & Island Boat Tour with Guide★ 5.00 · from US$ 850Up to 2 hours (4)
Clearwater Beach: Floating Tiki Bar Cruise & Dolphin SpottingYou bring your own drinks and snacks, the boat provides a USCG-certified captain, cooler with ice, and Bluetooth speaker. Cruise around Clearwater Beach and the Gulf of Mexico, watch for dolphins and manatees, and take in views of the harbor and waterfront homes. No land bar markup, no fixed menu—just a floating tiki bar on your terms.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to spend a few hours on the water without paying bar prices—bring your own drinks, your own playlist, and let the captain handle the navigation while you watch for dolphins and manatees.
Tarpon Springs: Clear Kayak Manatee Tour & Sponge DocksYou paddle a transparent kayak across the Anclote River and through Tarpon Springs' bayous, stopping at a mangrove island to spot birds and crabs, learning the history of the Sponge Docks along the way. The main event is Spring Bayou, where manatees surface during winter months. Your guide handles the route and timing; you bring moderate paddling fitness and patience for wildlife that may or may not appear. Includes kayak, paddle, life jacket, dry bag, and guide—just show up ready to paddle.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see manatees in their winter habitat without arranging your own boat or guide—the clear kayak and the guide's knowledge of where manatees surface are what make a sighting possible in a few hours on the water.
Clearwater Beach: Schooner Sailing Cruise & Dolphin ViewsYou’ll step onto a real schooner at Clearwater Beach, greeted by a friendly local crew and sparkling water in hand. Sail past barrier islands under canvas only, feeling every shift of wind and catching glimpses of dolphins if you’re lucky. There’s laughter, briny air, and quiet moments you’ll remember long after—this isn’t just another boat ride.
Tarpon Springs: Anclote River Kayak Tour & Sponge DocksYou’ll slip into a kayak on the Anclote River, paddle through Florida’s wild mangroves with a local guide, spot wildlife up close, and float past Tarpon Springs’ famous Sponge Docks. Expect quiet moments mixed with local stories — and maybe even laughter when you least expect it.
2 to 5 hours (3)
Clearwater Beach: Private Boat Charter & Dolphin WatchingYou board a private 27-foot boat with a captain and up to nine other people, cruise to Caladesi Island and Honeymoon Island, watch for dolphins and other wildlife, swim and shell on untouched beaches, and return with coolers of water and all safety gear included. The boat's small size and private charter means the captain can follow the dolphins and adjust stops based on conditions that day.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see dolphins and explore barrier islands without arranging a separate boat, managing a group, or worrying about timing — the private charter and small group size mean the captain can follow wildlife and adjust stops to match what shows up that day.
Clearwater Beach: Private Pontoon Boat Tour & Dolphin WatchingYou’ll slip away from busy Clearwater Beach on your own private pontoon boat tour—with a local captain who knows where to find dolphins and quiet sandbars. Swim or snorkel in warm Gulf waters, collect shells on hidden beaches only reachable by boat, and relax with friends or family as you float under open skies. It’s peaceful but never boring—a day you’ll remember long after you rinse off the salt.
Clearwater Beach: Private Boat Charter & Dolphin WatchingYou board a private 27-foot boat with up to 9 others and spend half a day island-hopping between Caladesi, Honeymoon Island and Three Rooker Sand Bar, swimming and shelling while the captain navigates to spots where dolphins appear. Water, floats and shell bags are provided, and you're back by early afternoon without arranging your own transport or timing.Is it for me?Book this if you want a private boat experience in Clearwater without arranging your own transport to the islands or timing the tides yourself — the captain handles the route and the stops, which is what makes a half-day feel complete.
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