Naples Sunset Cruise: 2-Hour Catamaran & Dolphin Sightings

The boat leaves the dock at Port Royal, and dolphins are already moving through the shallows.

You board a 53-foot catamaran in Naples and spend two hours cruising through Port Royal and into the Gulf of Mexico, with a narrated tour pointing out waterfront homes, dolphins, and wildlife. A champagne toast or wine is offered as the sun sets, and you're welcome to bring your own cooler of drinks and snacks. The boat holds up to 44 passengers and departs on time, so arrive 15 minutes early to find your spot on deck.

Step-by-step itinerary

Naples sunset cruise and wildlife viewing

• Board the Sweet Liberty catamaran
• Cruise through Gordon River and Port Royal
• View grand waterfront homes
• Sail to Gulf of Mexico
• Enjoy champagne toast or wine
• Watch sunset over the water
• Spot dolphins, ospreys, and eagles
• Relax and take photos

What’s included

• Two-hour narrated sunset cruise on a 53-foot sailing catamaran.
• passage through Gordon River and Port Royal neighborhood.
• Gulf of Mexico views with champagne toast or wine.
• dolphin, osprey, and bald eagle sightings.
• US Coast Guard licensed captain.
• space for up to 44 passengers.

Times

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• Every day 16:15 16:30

Information

2-hour sunset cruise on 53-foot catamaran in Naples Bay and Gulf of Mexico. Narrated tour, dolphin sightings, bring your own drinks. Coast Guard captain, groups up to 44.

Group Up to 44

Live guide English

Meeting point and pickup No hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point. See the exact address

Book up to 12h before

Ages Adult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3): free

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Confirmation Confirmation within 48 h

Good to know

Low physical effort Stroller-friendly Infant seats available Pets welcome Public transport nearby

More information The exact meeting point address, the operator’s instructions and every other detail are in the full listing. See the full listing

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The experience

The Sweet Liberty is a 53-foot sailing catamaran that departs from Naples, Florida for a two-hour sunset cruise through some of the most expensive real estate on the Gulf Coast. You board 15 minutes early. There's time to settle in, find a spot on deck, and watch the water change color as the boat motors through the Gordon River toward Port Royal. The narrated tour points out the grand waterfront homes as you pass, and then the boat heads into the Gulf of Mexico, which takes about 40 minutes. That's when the light starts to shift, and the captain or crew will usually offer a champagne toast or pour you a glass of wine as the sun drops toward the horizon.

Dolphin sightings happen most days. They're plentiful in these waters, and you'll see them moving alongside the boat or breaking the surface without warning. The crew knows where to look, and they'll call them out when they spot a pod. You also get ospreys, bald eagles, and mangroves along the shoreline, especially on the way back through the Gordon River. The whole thing is relaxed. There's no rushing between stops or checking off a list. It's a group tour, so you're sharing the boat with up to 44 other passengers, but the catamaran is big enough that it doesn't feel crowded. Bring a cooler with whatever drinks and snacks you want: alcohol is allowed, and people usually pack beer, wine, or their own cocktail fixings.

The company has been running these cruises since 1991 and is family-owned, so they know the timing and the route. You leave on schedule, which means arriving early enough to park and walk down to the dock without rushing. Infants and small children are fine: strollers and specialized seats are available if you need them. Service animals are welcome too. The captain is US Coast Guard licensed, and the whole operation is built around the idea that you show up, sit back, and let someone else handle the navigation while you watch the Gulf turn gold.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): free.

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 alcohol on the Naples sunset cruise?

Yes. You're welcome to pack a cooler with your favorite beverages and snacks, and alcohol is permitted.

How long is the sunset cruise?

The cruise lasts two hours total. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the Gulf of Mexico from the Naples dock.

Will we see dolphins?

Dolphin sightings are plentiful in these waters. You'll also likely see ospreys, bald eagles, and mangroves along the shoreline.

What time do we need to arrive for boarding?

Arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Allow extra time to park and walk down to the dock.

Is this a private boat or a group tour?

This is a group tour. The catamaran accommodates up to 44 passengers, so you'll be sharing the boat with other guests.

What's included in the cruise?

The cruise includes a narrated tour, a US Coast Guard licensed captain, and views of Port Royal and the Gulf of Mexico. A champagne toast or glass of wine is offered as the sun sets.

Operated by Sweet Liberty Catamaran Sailing & Boat Tours. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.

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