Dolphin Tours in Clearwater at a glance
- Our pick: Clearwater Beach: Dolphin Boat Tour & Wake Sightings, US$ 37 per person (1h 15m, 4.90★ · 5,909).
- Best value: Clearwater Beach Dolphin Tour: Mega Bite Shark Boat, US$ 28 per person (1h, 4.67★ · 658).
- Also recommended: Clearwater: Dolphin Sightseeing Tour & Compass Island Swimming, US$ 36 per person (1h 30m, 4.83★ · 2,291).
Price per person across the 7 options priced per person: US$ 28–US$ 60 (median US$ 37). With 100+ reviews: 13 of 18.
Of the 18 options: 18 with live guides in English, 17 with free cancellation, 11 with instant confirmation, 8 with hotel pickup, 6 kid-friendly, 11 private and 11 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Prices are per person, except options priced per group: that price is for the whole group, and the per-person figure assumes the group is full.
Dolphin Tours in Clearwater
Based on each operator's calendar. Confirmed when you book.
18 options
The 15 best
Ranked by quality, reviews, availability and booking conditions.
Clearwater Beach: Dolphin Boat Tour & Wake Sightings Narrated dolphin tour aboard the Little Toot tug boat in Clearwater Harbor. Low-profile boat creates wake dolphins jump in. Shade and sun seating available. Every day · 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00 · All ages ★ 4.90 (5,909 reviews) Duration: 1h 15m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 37 per person
Clearwater: Dolphin Sightseeing Tour & Compass Island Swimming Narrated harbor cruise from Clearwater Beach Marina spotting dolphins, swimming and shelling on Compass Island. 90 minutes, small groups, marine biologists on board. Every day · 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00 · All ages ★ 4.83 (2,291 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 36 per person
Clearwater Beach Dolphin Tour: Mega Bite Shark Boat Ride the Mega Bite, a 50-foot shark-themed boat in Clearwater Beach designed to create the wake dolphins jump. Every day · 11:00, 12:30, 15:00 and 17:00 · Season until 30 Nov · All ages ★ 4.67 (658 reviews) Duration: 1h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 28 per person
Sea Screamer Clearwater: Dolphin Watching Speed Boat Tour Sea Screamer is Clearwater's largest dolphin tour speed boat, departing four times daily for one hour across the Gulf of Mexico with guaranteed dolphin. Every day · 10:00, 12:00, 14:00 and 16:00 · All ages ★ 4.86 (413 reviews) Duration: 1h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 40 per person
Dolphin watching tour Clearwater Beach: Guaranteed sightings Dolphin tour on the Gulf Coast near Clearwater Beach with a live guide, coolers and onboard bathroom. You're guaranteed to see dolphins or your money back. Every day · 8 start times, 11:00 to 19:00 · All ages ★ 4.91 (324 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m–1h 45m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 32 per person
Private boat tour Clearwater: Dolphins, islands & swimming Cruise Clearwater's waterways on a 25-foot double-decker Tahoe Funship with your captain, spotting dolphins and manatees before anchoring at Caladesi. Every day · 12:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 4.99 (357 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,050 per group
Clearwater Beach: Floating Tiki Bar Cruise & Dolphin Spotting Bring your own drinks on a floating tiki bar in Clearwater Beach. USCG captain, cooler with ice, Bluetooth radio included. Spot dolphins and manatees from the Gulf of Mexico. Every day · 09:30, 11:15, 13:00 and 14:45 · From age 6 ★ 4.84 (308 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Instant confirmation. from US$ 60 per person
Clearwater Beach: Private Boat Charter & Dolphin Watching Private 27-foot boat charter for up to 10 people near Clearwater Beach. Visit Caladesi Island, Honeymoon Island, watch dolphins, swim and shell with captain and gear. Every day · 12:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (260 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,050 per group
Clearwater Beach: Private Dolphin & Island Boat Tour with Guide Explore Clearwater Beach by private boat, spot dolphins, swim on secluded islands like Caladesi & Honeymoon, and enjoy a relaxed day with a local captain included. Every day · 12:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (438 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 850 per group
Private Boat Tour Clearwater: Island Hopping with Dolphins Cast off from Clearwater Beach on a 27-foot double-decker boat with a captain guide, heading north to Caladesi and Honeymoon Islands for swimming. Every day · 12:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (243 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,050 per group
Clearwater Beach Private Snorkeling: Dolphins & Secluded Islands Private pontoon boat tour from Clearwater Beach for up to 6 guests: cruise the barrier islands, snorkel in Gulf waters, search for dolphins. Every day · 09:00, 10:00, 11:00 and 13:30 ★ 4.96 (128 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 540 per group
Clearwater Beach: Private Boat Charter & Dolphin Watching Private 27-foot Funship charter for up to 10 guests in Clearwater. Includes island hopping, dolphin watching, shelling, swimming and cooler with water. Half-day trips. Every day · 12:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 4.99 (108 reviews) Duration: 4h–8h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,050 per group
Private Boat Charter Clearwater: Dolphins, Islands & Shelling Private boat charter for up to 10 people in Clearwater with a captain guide: cruise to Caladesi and Honeymoon Islands, swim, shell, and watch dolphins in the Gulf of Mexico. Every day · 12:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (126 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,050 per group
Snorkeling in Clearwater: Dolphins, shelling & drinks Snorkel Clearwater's Gulf Coast waters on a 2.5-hour boat tour with dolphin watching, shelling stops and unlimited complimentary beverages including beer. Every day · 10:30, 11:30, 12:00 and 16:00 · All ages ★ 4.84 (69 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 43 per person
Clearwater Beach Private Boat Tour: Dolphins & Sandbars Private 3-hour boat charter from Clearwater with USCG-licensed captain. Spot dolphins, swim at sandbars and Caladesi Island with cooler and ice. Every day · Every 1 h, 09:00 to 16:00 ★ 4.95 (43 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 337 per group
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Private boat charter Clearwater: Dolphins and barrier islands Private half-day boat charter from Clearwater for up to 8 passengers with Captain guide, visiting Caladesi and Honeymoon Island while spotting dolphins. Every day · 12:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (28 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,050 per group
Private Clearwater boat tour: Swim, dolphin-watch, islands Want to swim at hidden sandbars and hunt shells on islands only reachable by boat? This 5-hour private charter with Captain Chris. Every day · Every 1 h, 09:00 to 14:00 ★ 5.00 (3 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 575 per group
Private Boat Charter Clearwater: Dolphins & Barrier Islands Private 24-foot Hurricane Deckboat from Indian Rocks Beach for up to 6 passengers. Your captain guides stops at Caladesi and Honeymoon Island with dolphin. Every day · 12:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (9 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 850 per group
The top 12 of 18 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clearwater Beach: Dolphin Boat Tour & Wake SightingsOur pick | US$ 37 per person | 1h 15m | 4.90★ · 5,909 | Every day · 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00 | English |
| Clearwater Beach Dolphin Tour: Mega Bite Shark BoatBest value | US$ 28 per person | 1h | 4.67★ · 658 | Every day · 11:00, 12:30, 15:00 and 17:00 · Season until 30 Nov | English |
| Clearwater: Dolphin Sightseeing Tour & Compass Island SwimmingAlso recommended | US$ 36 per person | 1h 30m | 4.83★ · 2,291 | Every day · 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00 | English |
| Sea Screamer Clearwater: Dolphin Watching Speed Boat Tour | US$ 40 per person | 1h | 4.86★ · 413 | Every day · 10:00, 12:00, 14:00 and 16:00 | English |
| Dolphin watching tour Clearwater Beach: Guaranteed sightings | US$ 32 per person | 1h 30m–1h 45m | 4.91★ · 324 | Every day · 8 start times, 11:00 to 19:00 | English |
| Private boat tour Clearwater: Dolphins, islands & swimmingPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 1,050 per group up to 8 people · ≈ US$ 131 per person if 8 go | 4h | 4.99★ · 357 | Every day · 12:00 | English |
| Clearwater Beach: Floating Tiki Bar Cruise & Dolphin SpottingGroup of up to 6 | US$ 60 per person | 1h 30m | 4.84★ · 308 | Every day · 09:30, 11:15, 13:00 and 14:45 | English |
| Clearwater Beach: Private Boat Charter & Dolphin WatchingPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 1,050 per group up to 10 people · ≈ US$ 105 per person if 10 go | 4h | 5.00★ · 260 | Every day · 12:00 | English |
| Clearwater Beach: Private Dolphin & Island Boat Tour with GuidePrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 850 per group up to 6 people · ≈ US$ 142 per person if 6 go | 4h | 5.00★ · 438 | Every day · 12:00 | English |
| Private Boat Tour Clearwater: Island Hopping with DolphinsPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 1,050 per group up to 10 people · ≈ US$ 105 per person if 10 go | 4h | 5.00★ · 243 | Every day · 12:00 | English |
| Clearwater Beach Private Snorkeling: Dolphins & Secluded IslandsPrivate | US$ 540 per group | 4h | 4.96★ · 128 | Every day · 09:00, 10:00, 11:00 and 13:30 | English |
| Clearwater Beach: Private Boat Charter & Dolphin WatchingPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 1,050 per group up to 10 people · ≈ US$ 105 per person if 10 go | 4h–8h | 4.99★ · 108 | Every day · 12:00 | English |
By what you need
- Small groups (up to 15) (1): Clearwater Beach: Floating Tiki Bar Cruise & Dolphin Spotting (US$ 60 per person)
- With pickup (8): Private boat tour Clearwater: Dolphins, islands & swimming (US$ 1,050 per group) · Clearwater Beach: Private Boat Charter & Dolphin Watching (US$ 1,050 per group) · Clearwater Beach: Private Dolphin & Island Boat Tour with Guide (US$ 850 per group)