Boca Ciega Bay: Private Dolphin Sunset Tour
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18 Ratings
St. Petersburg
Experience a private sunset and dolphin tour in Boca Ciega Bay. Spot bottlenose dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, and sharks while enjoying the beautiful sunset over the Gulf of Mexico.
Duration: 1 hour, 20 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Maximo Park - Experience and observe the most common, and beloved, Florida dolphin species in the seemingly smiling Bottlenose Dolphin! These highly intelligent mammals are regularly spotted swimming around Boca Ciega Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. We will also be on the lookout for the elusive and shy Manatee; we go off the beaten path to look for them! You will also experience many tropical birds such as our Pelicans, Parakeets, Egrets and the Blue Heron. During our tour, you will boat in and around many different islands, experiencing oceanfront mansions as well as some famous celebrities homes.
What's Included
  • Fuel included
  • Bottled water provided
What's Not Included
  • BYOB
Additional Information

During our Private Sunset and Dolphin Tour, you will encounter Bottlenose Dolphins and scout for other marine creatures like Manatees, Sea Turtles and Sharks. You will also get to observe a variety of tropical birds like Parakeets, Pelicans, Blue Herons, Egrets and Ospreys. The tour includes visiting multiple islands and keys in Boca Ciega Bay, passing by extravagant oceanfront estates of former athletes and celebrities in Tierra Verde, and boating under the Pinellas Bayway Bridge that links Isla Del Sol Island with St. Pete Beach, one of the America’s highest-rated beaches. The tour will conclude with a panoramic view of the grandiose sunset in the open Gulf of Mexico.

Location
Salt and Mist Sea Tours
Sunshine Skyway Lane South
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Claudiagq8936en
Mar 31, 2024
A MILLION STARS⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - INCREDIBLE!! I booked this tour for my parents anniversary and we had an amazing time. From the very beginning, captain joe set the scene for a fantastic ride. Listening to reggae, we saw dolphins, sharks, manta rays, and more! It was clear he was passionate about the tours, boat and area, making it so much more enjoyable for all of us. Highly recommend!
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Mike_3dp
Mar 29, 2024
Captain Joe Rocks! - The private tour was the way to go, it was Captain Joe, my wife and I. Captain Joe is terrific. Very knowledgeable, friendly and personable. Also, safety is foremost in everything he does which is reassuring. We loved seeing the dolphins and learning about the homes and bridges on the bay. I highly recommend Captain Joe and Salt and Mist Sea Tours. Don’t miss this tour if you are in St. Petersburg!!
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Lorap472
Mar 4, 2024
10/10 Tour - The perfect experience. Captain Joe was an excellent guide- knowledgeable, relaxed, and engaging. We saw a number of dolphins and heard about the history of the area and a who’s who of the waterfront properties. Highly recommend.
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A7791pbjenniferh
Mar 1, 2024
Amazing experience - I finally made the move from Maine to Tampa 11/22/23 and spend a lot of time in st. Pete. My daughters came to see me from Maine for a week and they love the water. I knew a boat tour was in order and I knew exactly who to reach out to. I’ve been on boat tours with Salt and Mist Sea Tours myself but I wanted my daughters to experience it. Captain joe took us on a sunset tour and my daughters were elated with happiness. Captain Joe gave them an amazing experience. His knowledge of the area is very impressive. My daughters can’t wait to come back and see more dolphins and go on another tour with captain joe. I highly recommend salt and mist sea tours. ❤️🙌🙏
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Suzyh873
Feb 28, 2024
Simply the Best❣️ - I have been using salt and mist boat tours for the past 7 years and every time it gets better and better. Captain Joe is by far the best captain in the gulf. His trips are always fun and informative. The boat is always perfectly clean. It’s so easy to board -I have taken my 90 year old father on a few trips and he has no problem boarding. I can’t say enough great things about salt and mist tours and Captain Joe. Create great memories .This is one not to missed. Simply the Best❣️
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Curiosity14451984734
Feb 10, 2024
You’re in good hands with Captain Joe! - Captain Joe runs a top-notch tour driven by his passion for people and service, local knowledge, storytelling and attention to detail (down to the warm blankets and cold water!) His boat is immaculate, his warm personality is charming, and he treats his guests like celebrities (which he often has onboard too, so we heard!) You’re in great hands with Captain Joe!
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Discover648063
Dec 8, 2023
Perfect 3 hour tour - As a boater myself from Ohio, captain Joe was amazing!!! Our trip was 💯 priceless with memories for life. I can’t wait to bring my family down this summer to book another trip with Captain Joe. His passion for the water and knowledge about all the history was absolutely incredible! Look no further… book a trip with Captain Joe!!!! You would absolutely walk away feeling blessed with more appreciation to our beautiful ocean waters and sea life ❤️
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Cynthia_b
Nov 26, 2023
Awesome trip- would definitely do it again - Loved having the boat all to ourselves. Captain Joe was very knowledgeable and did a great job personalizing the trip for me and my family.
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Voyager659026
Oct 13, 2023
Phenomenal! - I can’t say it loud enough- THIS IS THE TOUR TO TAKE. Captain Joe is a phenomenal human and his tours are magical. He was so kind, and took my wife out last minute for a sunset dolphin tour - and didn’t charge us e tea. Then, he said the only captains orders he had were for us to leave our worries and struggles on the shore and to take a break and embrace the experience. He tailored our cruise to what was important to us. He takes smaller groups and has a smaller boat so it’s a very intimate and special experience and doesn’t feel so touristy. This also makes him able to follow dolphins more easily. He also took great pictures and videos for us! Can’t recommend these tours enough!
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Marynh2628td
Oct 12, 2023
Always such a wonderful experience! Highly recommend!!!!!!! - This is a trip we have taken several times and each time it is such a great experience! Captain Joe is amazing. His personality is so fun and he is so knowledgeable about the area and everything around. He makes the ride so enjoyable. The sunset was truly amazing even though it was a cloudy day. He took many pictures for us to enjoy for many years to come! We have been previous customers and we will be future customers! Highly recommend any of the boat tours. Support this small business, so everyone can keep enjoying this wonderful experience!
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