Cruise to Egmont Key for beach time, floats, and a Fort Dade tour
4 hours
Cruise, photo package, parking
Spend 4 hours on the water cruising from Gulfport Municipal Marina to Egmont Key. Relax on the beach with provided floats and games, then explore Fort Dade with a guided tour.
Drinks from the onboard bar are available for purchase, and outside alcohol is not permitted. Gratuity is not included; tip the crew in cash or using Venmo, Cash App, or Zelle.
Cancel up to 48 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable. No-shows or late arrivals are not eligible for a refund. Florida Resident Tickets are non-refundable. Full refund or reschedule if Coastal Cruises cancels due to unsafe weather. Full refund if canceled due to minimums not met.
Product ID: ZKJ8SB
Yes. You and everyone in your group must complete a digital waiver before you can board.
Arrive at least 20 minutes early for parking, check-in, and boarding. If your group has 6 or more, arrive 30 minutes early to help you sit together. The boat departs at the scheduled time and can’t wait for late arrivals.
You can bring snacks, food, and non-alcoholic drinks in a small personal cooler or bag (no large coolers and no glass containers). Outside alcohol isn’t permitted; you can buy drinks from the onboard bar.
4630 29th Avenue S
Captains like Jason, Dylan, Paul, and their crews consistently earn high praise for being knowledgeable, personable, and genuinely attentive. Wildlife sightings are a real highlight, with dolphins and even manatees making regular appearances. The sandbar stop at Shell Key is a crowd favorite, and the Skyway Bridge light show adds something special to evening cruises. Crew members like Lexy stand out for keeping the energy up with great music and a welcoming vibe throughout. A few things worth knowing before you book: parking at Gulfport Marina is tight, so arriving at least 30-45 minutes early is a smart move. Bring a jacket for sunset and evening trips since it can get breezy once the sun drops. Some reviewers have noted occasional cancellations without advance notice, so it's worth double-checking your booking closer to the date. That said, the overwhelming majority of guests leave genuinely happy and many come back for a second trip.
We had a great time at the Sunset Boat & Dolphin watching with Captain Paul and Chase! I hosted my sisters bachelorette party in Seminole, and this was our last excursion of the weekend! It was a great way to end the bachelorette trip. I highly recommend! Captain Paul and Chase were entertaining and very nice! The sunset was gorgeous, we saw many dolphins, a double rainbow, drinks were very affordable, great selection of drinks, smooth ride. I highly recommend!!!
Meghan Crigamire
August 31, 2026
We had a great time at the Sunset Boat & Dolphin watching with Captain Paul and Chase! I hosted my sisters bachelorette party in Seminole, and this was our last excursion of the weekend! It was a great way to end the bachelorette trip. I highly recommend! Captain Paul and Chase were entertaining and very nice! The sunset was gorgeous, we saw many dolphins, a double rainbow, drinks were very affordable, great selection of drinks, smooth ride. I highly recommend!!!
Meghan Crigamire
August 31, 2026
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