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    Private Dolphin & Island Boat Charter in Clearwater

    Cruise Clearwater waterways with a private captain and flexible island stops

    5.0 stars• 667 reviews

    Duration

    4, 6 & 8 hrs

    Ideal For

    Up to 10 people

    Includes

    Private boat, captain

    Highlights

    Set out on a private boat day with a captain—no boating experience necessary. Explore Clearwater-area waterways and barrier islands at a pace that suits your group.

    • Explore waterways and barrier islands at your own pace
    • Look for wild dolphins and coastal wildlife
    • Stop to swim, snorkel, shell, or visit secluded beaches
    • Customize your outing with sightseeing, sunset cruising, or island hopping
    • Bring snacks and an extra cooler if you need more space

    What's Included

    • Private boat
    • Captain
    • Small cooler with ice
    • Bottled water

    Important details

    • Children under age 6 must wear a life jacket while aboard
    • Leave hard liquor and red wine ashore; avoid glass bottles
    • Drink responsibly and behave respectfully aboard

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with at least 24 hours' notice. No-shows are charged the full price. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

    Product ID: RM7RJK

    FAQs

    Bring towels, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, phones, and other necessary personal items. Bring a bathing suit if you plan to swim or go shelling, and dress for changing temperatures on the water. Bring something warm in fall, winter, and spring.

    Bring sandwiches, snacks, and drinks. Avoid greasy foods, cake icing, and juices that could stain. Beer, seltzers, and white wine are allowed; hard liquor, red wine, and glass bottles are not allowed. A cooler with ice and bottled water is provided; bring a small non-Styrofoam cooler if needed.

    Life jackets are provided in infant, child, youth, and adult sizes. Children under age 6 are required to wear a life jacket while aboard.

    Experience provided by A Boat Day

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    Four Hour Private Charter

    from $904

    Five Hour Private Charter

    from $1,017

    Six Hour Private Charter

    from $1,130

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      No booking or service fees, ever

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    Review summary

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    A Boat Day delivers consistently excellent experiences with a team of talented captains who know how to make time on the water special. Captains Matt, Eric, Will, BJ, and Marcos all get enthusiastic shoutouts for their knowledge of local waters, friendly personalities, and ability to enhance every trip. They're skilled at finding dolphins and manatees, taking guests to secluded beaches for shelling, and creating memorable moments whether you're celebrating a bachelorette party, attending a boat wedding, or just spending quality family time together. The boats themselves impress visitors with their cleanliness and amenities. The pontoon with the upper deck and water slide is a huge hit, adding an extra element of fun to beach stops. Guests love visiting boat-access-only islands to collect sand dollars and seashells, while the dolphin encounters are often described as trip highlights. The captains excel at getting dolphins to play in the boat's wake, and they're happy to snap group photos. Communication is solid, with staff accommodating weather changes when needed. Multiple reviewers mention they'll definitely book again on future trips to the area.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    I cannot even begin to describe the absolute best time we had with Captain BJ! She is amazing!!! We love to shell and see all the sights the ocean has to offer. She is your gal if you want to find the best spots for shelling! However, she will literally do whatever it is you want to do with your time. If you want the knowledge of the shelling and the company of a great captain, BJ is your gal!

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    Jenna Douglas

    July 7, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    I cannot even begin to describe the absolute best time we had with Captain BJ! She is amazing!!! We love to shell and see all the sights the ocean has to offer. She is your gal if you want to find the best spots for shelling! However, she will literally do whatever it is you want to do with your time. If you want the knowledge of the shelling and the company of a great captain, BJ is your gal!

    Photo of Jenna Douglas

    Jenna Douglas

    July 7, 2026

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