Cruise St. Pete’s intracoastal waterways and look for dolphins
1.5 hours
Boat cruise, photo package, parking
Search for dolphins on a scenic cruise departing from Gulfport Municipal Marina. Ride through St. Petersburg’s intracoastal waterways, enjoy onboard amenities, and pause for photo opportunities along the way.
Outside alcohol and smoking onboard are not allowed, and large coolers are restricted. Gratuity is not included; bring cash or a payment app if you’d like to tip the crew.
Cancel at least 48hrs before departure for a full refund. No-shows or late arrivals are charged the full ticket price. If the operator cancels due to weather, you can be refunded (or rebooked) per your ticket policy.
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Yes. Every guest must complete a digital waiver before boarding. The reservation holder receives the waiver link and should forward it to everyone in the group.
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 be seated together.
You may bring factory-sealed bottled water and nonalcoholic beverages. Outside alcohol is not allowed; you can buy drinks from the onboard bar.
4630 29th Avenue S
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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