Sip happy hour drinks on a 1.5-hour cruise from Gulfport Marina
1.5 hours
Cruise, open bar, photos
Set sail on a 1.5-hour intercoastal cruise and enjoy scenic views while you relax with drinks from the onboard bar. This is a simple pre-dinner outing for families or friends.
You must be 21+ and bring your ID. Outside alcohol is not allowed. Gratuity is not included, so plan to tip the crew.
Cancel up to 48 hours before departure for a full refund. Within 48 hours is 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.
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Arrive at least 20 minutes early for parking, check-in, and boarding. If you’re in a group of 6 or more, arrive 30 minutes early so you can sit together.
Do not bring outside alcohol onboard. You may bring factory-sealed bottled water and nonalcoholic beverages.
No food is provided onboard, so bring your own snacks or sandwiches if you want to eat during the cruise.
4630 29th Ave South
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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