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    Dolphin Watching & Island Shelling Cruise in St. Petersburg

    Trade the mainland for dolphin spotting and time on an island beach

    5.0 stars• 3.5K reviews

    Duration

    3 hrs

    Includes

    Cruise, island stop

    Highlights

    Cruise St. Petersburg's Intracoastal waterways past waterfront homes on a shared, crew-led boat trip with a set itinerary. Settle into cushioned seating on the open-air deck as you leave the mainland behind.

    • Look for dolphins on the 45-minute outbound cruise and again along the return route
    • Explore Shell Key Island with up to an hour and a half ashore for swimming and shelling
    • Relax aboard in the shade, chat with the crew about the area or watch satellite TV

    Important details

    • Crew gratuity is not included in the listed price. You can tip in cash or through Venmo, Cash App or Zelle.
    • Complete a digital waiver before boarding, and share the waiver link with everyone in your group so each person can complete it.
    • Bring your QR-coded ticket, digital or printed, for check-in.
    • Outside alcohol and glass containers are not permitted. Keep any cooler no larger than an airline carry-on.
    • Do not apply spray sunscreen aboard.
    • Arrive at least 20 minutes before departure, or 30 minutes early for groups of 6 or more. The boat departs on time and cannot wait for late arrivals.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 48 hours before departure for a full refund. Later cancellations, late arrivals and no-shows are non-refundable. Unsafe-weather cancellations offer a refund or rescheduling. Florida Resident Tickets are non-refundable; receive a full-value gift card with 48 hours' notice or for qualifying crew cancellations. If passenger minimums aren't met, receive a refund or reschedule.

    Product ID: 28SRYS

    FAQs

    Yes, free parking is available on-site at SkyBeach Resort Marina. Allow extra time on weekends and holidays, when the lot can fill quickly.

    Yes, bring snacks, food and non-alcoholic drinks in a small personal cooler or bag. Outside alcohol and glass containers are not permitted. An onboard bar offers alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.

    Yes, there is a restroom onboard.

    Meeting details

    SkyBeach Resort Marina, 6800 Sunshine Skyway Lane South, St. Petersburg, FL 33711

    Experience provided by Coastal Cruises

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    Guest - SkyBeach Location

    $45.20

    Ages 13 & Up

    0

    Child

    $22.60

    Ages 3-12

    0

    Infant

    $0

    2 & Under - Free (please select 1 ticket per infant)

    0

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    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
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    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.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    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!!!

    Photo of Meghan Crigamire

    Meghan Crigamire

    August 31, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    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!!!

    Photo of Meghan Crigamire

    Meghan Crigamire

    August 31, 2026

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