Private Clearwater Sunset Cruise with Dolphins

You stay on the boat the entire time, watching dolphins and ospreys while the sun sets over Clearwater Beach.

A private sunset cruise on Clearwater's Intracoastal waters for up to six guests, with a live English-speaking guide, wildlife watching, and two hours on the water. The boat is yours alone: no crowded tour groups. Bring your own snacks and alcohol if you'd like. Not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries or recent major surgery.

The experience

What makes this different from the packed sunset boats is the privacy: you book the entire vessel for your group of up to six, which means no strangers, no schedule compromises, and room to move around as dolphins and ospreys appear. The guide handles the route through Clearwater Harbor and the Intracoastal waterway, pointing out celebrity homes and local landmarks from the water while you watch for wildlife. A safety briefing and paperwork happen before departure.

The two-hour window is timed to catch the sunset near Clearwater Beach, when the sky typically glows orange and gold. The light that makes the photos work. You'll stay aboard the entire tour, so bring a camera with a good battery and wear layers. The water reflects the sun and the breeze picks up as evening sets in. Life jackets and safety equipment are provided, including child vests for kids six and under, and the boat carries a cooler filled with ice, bottled water, bug spray and sunscreen.

Bring your own snacks and drinks (beer, wine, whatever you want) to enjoy during the cruise. The only things to arrange separately are a parking fee (roughly $6 on the Park Mobile app at the boat ramp) and any hats or sunglasses you prefer to have along.

What’s included

• Life jackets and safety equipment for all guests, including child vests for kids six and under.
• bottled water and a cooler filled with ice.
• bug spray and sunscreen.
• all fees and taxes.
• a first aid kit.
• and a live English-speaking guide for the full two hours.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 Sep 2027

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.Operator's directions: “We meet at Belleair Bluffs Boat Ramp. Please select a single parking (do not use trailer spot). Pay parking on PARK MOBILE APP. We will already be there looking for you.”

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.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomeNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Captain Sharon Jardine

Is this one for you?This is a private boat, so it suits couples, families and small groups who want the sunset without sharing the experience with strangers. The trade-off is that you're on the water the entire time rather than stopping ashore, which is why the two-hour window and the wildlife watching matter more than the route itself.

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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 we bring alcohol on the sunset cruise?

Yes, you're welcome to bring beer, wine or any beverages you'd like to enjoy during the two hours on the water.

What wildlife will we actually see on the Intracoastal waters?

Dolphins are the main draw, along with ospreys and pelicans that live in the area. The guide watches for them as you travel, though wildlife sightings are never guaranteed on any given departure.

Is the guide included, and what language do they speak?

Yes, a live guide in English is included and leads the entire tour, narrating the route through Clearwater Harbor and pointing out landmarks and wildlife.

Do we get off the boat at any point during the two hours?

No, you remain on the boat for the entire duration of the tour, so wear comfortable shoes and bring sunscreen for the full two hours on the water.

What's included in the price, and what do we need to bring?

Life jackets, safety equipment, bottled water, bug spray, sunscreen, a cooler with ice, and wildlife watching are all included. You'll need to arrange parking at the boat ramp (about $6 via the Park Mobile app) and can bring your own snacks, beverages and sun protection like hats or SPF 50+ shirts.