Cruise to Shell Key, watch for dolphins, and lounge on the floats
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Dolphin cruise, Shell Key stop
Cruise the Intracoastal on your way to Shell Key, with time to watch for dolphins and enjoy the views. Spend about 2.5 hours swimming, floating, shelling, and relaxing before a scenic ride back.
The boat anchors just offshore at Shell Key; you’ll use a ladder to enter the water and walk or swim to shore. You should expect to get wet getting on and off the boat. Gratuity is not included; tip amounts vary, so clarify expectations with Greetwell before booking.
Cancel up to 48 hours before departure for a full refund. Within 48 hours is non-refundable; no-shows and late arrivals are not refunded. Florida Resident Tickets are non-refundable. Full refund or reschedule if Coastal Cruises cancels for unsafe weather. Full refund if canceled due to minimums not met.
Yes. You must complete a digital waiver before boarding. The reservation holder receives the waiver link and should forward it to everyone in your group.
Arrive at least 20 minutes early for parking, check-in, and boarding. If your group has 6 or more people, arrive 30 minutes early to help your group sit together. The boat departs promptly at the scheduled time.
The boat anchors just offshore at Shell Key. To go ashore, you’ll use a ladder to enter the water and then walk or swim to the beach, so expect to get wet getting on and off the boat.
SkyBeach
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.
Awesome trip!! The new boat was so comfortable, and Captains Dalton and Jason were so informative and accommodating. I would highly recommend the trip again.
Andria Marquis
May 23, 2026
Awesome trip!! The new boat was so comfortable, and Captains Dalton and Jason were so informative and accommodating. I would highly recommend the trip again.
Andria Marquis
May 23, 2026