Cruise Clearwater waterways with a private captain and flexible island stops
4, 6 & 8 hrs
Up to 10 people
Private boat, captain
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.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 10 guests.
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
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.
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.
Amazing day with Captain Randy out on the water. Saw a ton of dolphins, even a manatee, the best part of our 40th bday weekend . Thank you!
Lauren Rowland
August 31, 2026
Amazing day with Captain Randy out on the water. Saw a ton of dolphins, even a manatee, the best part of our 40th bday weekend . Thank you!
Lauren Rowland
August 31, 2026
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