St. Petersburg waterway views with drinks and dolphin watching
1.5 hours
Open bar, photo package, parking
Explore St. Petersburg’s waterways on a laid-back public cruise with bar service and scenic views. Watch for dolphins and other wildlife as you unwind before dinner.
Cancel up to 48 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 48 hours, no-shows, and late arrivals are nonrefundable. Florida Resident Tickets are nonrefundable. Other tickets receive a full refund or rescheduling if the operator cancels due to unsafe weather or minimum passenger numbers.
Product ID: NFF2SV
Arrive at least 20 minutes early. If you’re coming with a larger group and want to sit together, arrive 30 minutes early.
Yes. Sign digital waivers for everyone in your party before you arrive. You do not need to print anything.
Outside alcohol is not permitted. You can bring a small cooler or bag with snacks.
SkyBeach Resort Marina, 6800 Sunshine Skyway Lane South, St. Petersburg, FL 33711
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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