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Clearwater Dolphin Tour & Island Adventure

Experience a top-rated Clearwater dolphin tour that also includes an island/sandbar stop. Comfortable, family-friendly, and packed with photo moments.

From $19 for kids • Adults $28 • Under 2 free

Fins Up Clearwater’s Dolphin Tour & Island Adventure is a 2-hour Clearwater dolphin cruise with an island/sandbar stop. Departing from Clearwater Beach Marina, this family-friendly tour includes dolphin watching, wildlife spotting, and time to relax or explore a private island.

Duration: ~2 hours

Departs from: Clearwater Beach Marina

Includes: dolphin watching + island/sandbar stop + wildlife viewing + narration

Swimming: optional

Onboard: shaded seating • restroom • snack/drink bar • coolers available

Great for: families • couples • visitors

Book Tour by Phone  727.933.7777

What You’ll Do

Scenic Clearwater boat ride

Cruise the Clearwater harbor and coastline enjoying open-water views with plenty of space for photos and dolphin spotting.

Dolphin sightings in the wild

Our captain and crew know where dolphins are commonly found in the area. You’ll watch for surfacing, cruising, and playful behavior in their natural habitat.

More than dolphins

You may also spot other local wildlife such as seabirds, fish, rays, manatees, and island wildlife like crabs. Our crew shares fun facts throughout the trip.

Island / sandbar stop

We’ll visit a beautiful sandbar-style island spot where you can:

relax on shore

explore the shallows

look for shells

take amazing photos

swim if you want (totally optional)

What’s Included

Great Vibes!

Dolphin sightseeing guarantee + narration

Island/sandbar stop

Restroom onboard

Shaded seating + comfortable perimeter seating for the best views

Free ice cream for kids

Snacks and refreshments available for purchase

Cooler and Ice provided for your personal drinks/food

Bottlenose dolphin surfacing in clear Gulf water near Clearwater
Dolphin swimming alongside a boat during a Clearwater dolphin cruise
Close-up dolphin fin in the water near Clearwater Beach

Bring Your Own Snacks & Beverages

You’re welcome to bring your own snacks and beverages. We also have snacks and refreshments available for purchase onboard.

Dolphin Sighting Guarantee

We’re on a roll- see our consecutive dolphin sighting day counter on the home page.

We’re confident you’ll see dolphins but they are wild animals and nature doesn’t follow a script. If you don’t see dolphins on your tour, you can rebook another trip for free (subject to availability). Pro tip: Book earlier in your vacation so you have flexibility to use the free rebook if needed.

What to Bring

sunscreen + sunglasses

water + snacks/beverages

towel (only if you plan to swim)

camera/phone for photos

Have a questions? Talk to a Fins Up Representative now! 727.933.7777

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Frequently Asked Questions

The island is only accessible by boat and is a locals favorite. It’s a small oasis with plenty of shells and beautiful scenery.

Yes — bring your own snacks and beverages, and you are welcome to use our large coolers with ice for your personal items. We also have snacks/drinks available for purchase onboard.

Yes, there’s a full restroom onboard.

How long is the tour?
About 2 hours.

No — swimming is optional. You can stay on the boat or explore the island on shore without ever getting wet.

Yes — it’s family-friendly, and kids love dolphin spotting and the island stop searching for shells.

You’re covered by our Dolphin Sighting Guarantee — you can rebook another trip for free (subject to availability).

If conditions aren’t safe, we’ll reschedule or issue a full refund (according to our cancellation policy).

Clearwater Beach Marina, Fins Up Sales Booth, located next to Salt Cracker Restaurant. Arrive 30 minutes early.

OTHER TOURS WE OFFER

 Start your day on the water with a family-friendly Clearwater morning dolphin cruise — plus free donuts onboard. Beat the crowds, enjoy cooler morning air, and watch for dolphins in the sparkling morning light.  Learn more about our Clearwater Dolphin & Donuts Cruise

Book Tour by Phone  727.933.7777

Adults $28 • Kids $19 • Under 2 free

A Clearwater sunset cruise with the bonus of dolphin sightings. We head into the Gulf for unobstructed sunset views, then enjoy the glow of Clearwater Harbor and bridge lights at twilight. Learn more about our Clearwater Dolphin Sunset Cruise

Book Tour by Phone  727.933.7777

Adults $28 • Kids $19 • Under 2 free

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