Float, play games, and enjoy music on an adults-only sandbar cruise
4 hrs
Floats, games, restroom
Cruise to a sandbar for floating, games, and music, with time to enjoy the ride each way. This public cruise follows a set itinerary.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure. Cancellations within 48 hours, no-shows, and late arrivals are non-refundable. Florida Resident Tickets are non-refundable. Full refund or rescheduling if the operator cancels due to unsafe weather. Full refund if the trip is canceled because minimum passenger numbers are not met.
Product ID: NBBTEB
Bring snacks or sandwiches, as food is not provided. Bring your own canned, prepackaged beverages in a cooler; alcohol is not provided. Glass containers and mix-your-own drinks are not allowed.
The Sandbar Party uses a Coast Guard-certified power catamaran with a maximum capacity of 49 passengers.
Sea Dog Brewing - 9610 Gulf Blvd, Treasure Island, FL 33706
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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