All 5 options, side by side
✓ 2026-08-11| Option | Price | Per person | Length | Rating | Cancellation | Extra fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Sunset Cruise Anna Maria Island: Up to 12 guests | US$ 430 per group | US$ 36 (12 share) | 1h 30m | 5.00★ only 4 reviews | free | — |
| Anna Maria Island: Dolphin Sunset Boat Tour SarasotaOur pick | US$ 58 p.p. | US$ 58 | 2h | 4.92★ · 423 | free | — |
| Anna Maria Island Boat Tour: Dolphins & Cortez VillageBest value | US$ 450 per group | US$ 75 (6 share) | 2h | 5.00★ only 9 reviews | free | — |
| Sarasota Dolphin Watching Sunset Cruise: Private Tours | US$ 450 per group | US$ 75 (6 share) | 2h–6h | 5.00★ only 5 reviews | free | — |
| Private Sunset Cruise Sarasota: Dolphins and Gulf viewsTop rated | US$ 495 per group | US$ 83 (6 share) | 2h 30m | 5.00★ only 7 reviews | free | — |
Real price per person across the 5 options: US$ 36–US$ 83 (median US$ 75). With 100+ reviews: 1 of 5.
Default order: real price per person — the group price divided by the seats it includes.
Private experiences (4)
Anna Maria Island Boat Tour: Dolphins & Cortez VillageA two-hour sunset boat tour around Anna Maria Island departs from Sarasota and navigates eight named stops—Leffis Key Preserve, Jewfish Key, Longboat Key Canal, Sarasota Bay, Bradenton Beach City Pier, Cortez Fishing Village, Cortez Bridge and Coquina Beach—with a live guide in English or Spanish. The boat carries a restroom, cooler with bottled water and soda, and a bow bimini for sun protection. Your captain shares the history of each stop, from the restored mangroves at Leffis Key to the working docks of Cortez, while you watch for dolphins, manatees and seabirds in the surrounding waters.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want the full route—eight named stops from Cortez to Coquina Beach—with a guide who knows the history and ecology of each one. The private boat and two-hour timing mean you catch the sunset without rushing or sharing the experience with strangers.
Private Sunset Cruise Sarasota: Dolphins and Gulf viewsA private sunset cruise on Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico with a live guide in English. You board a comfortable boat with ample seating, spend 2.5 hours on the water as the sun descends, and watch for dolphins that often appear in these waters. The guide narrates the experience; no planning or transport logistics fall on you.Is it for me?Book this if you want to watch the sunset from the water without steering the boat yourself—you'll sit back while the captain handles navigation and timing.
Sarasota Dolphin Watching Sunset Cruise: Private ToursA private boat tour in Sarasota where you choose the length—3 to 6 hours—and the focus: dolphin watching, sunset cruising, sandbar swimming, or a mix. Captain Brian and First Mate Christina customize the route through waters from Bradenton to Venice, and the boat carries snorkeling equipment, life jackets, ice-filled coolers, and light snacks. Suitable for families, couples and groups of any size.Is it for me?Choose the 3-hour tour if you want a quick escape and have young children or limited time; go 5 or 6 hours if you're willing to spend a full afternoon on the water and want the best chance of catching a sunset and exploring multiple sandbars. The private format means the crew adjusts the pace and the stops to match your group, so families, couples and larger groups all get a day built around what matters to them instead of a fixed schedule.
Private Sunset Cruise Anna Maria Island: Up to 12 guestsA private 90-minute sunset cruise on Anna Maria Island accommodates up to 12 passengers and includes a captain who navigates the intracoastal waterways and Gulf of Mexico to panoramic sunset spots. You bring your own beverages and snacks, watch for dolphins and coastal wildlife, and see the Sunshine Skyway Bridge and Anna Maria Island's coastline as the light changes. The boat departs from Bradenton Beach and is suitable for all fitness levels.Is it for me?The 90-minute cruise is a steady float on the water with no walking or physical exertion—you sit and watch the light change, making it easy for anyone who wants to celebrate without effort. If you prefer to control what you drink and eat, bringing your own keeps the experience exactly as you want it.
Up to 2 hours (1)
Anna Maria Island: Dolphin Sunset Boat Tour SarasotaYou board a small boat from Anna Maria Island and cruise the Gulf Coast back bay with an experienced guide, spotting dolphins and manatees in their natural channels while wading birds work the exposed flats. The tour times itself to the sunset, so you're watching the light change across the water as the day ends. Groups stay under six passengers, and if the boat doesn't fill, they reschedule or refund rather than run a skeleton crew.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see dolphins and wildlife from the water without arranging your own boat or navigating the channels yourself—the small group size and fixed timing around the sunset are what make the sightings and the light work together.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 5 of the 5 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Anna Maria Island: Dolphin Sunset Boat Tour Sarasota is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.92 out of 5 across 423 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 4 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
