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We are the home of the daily Dolphin Exploration Tours and Sunset Celebration Cruises! Experience Clearwater Beach, its magnificent waterways, and its resident Bottlenose Dolphins onboard Clearwater Beach's Best Outdoor Activity of the year! Our goal is to provide you with an unforgettable experience that you will cherish for a lifetime. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us. We are excited to sail with you soon!

Frequently asked questions

Most frequent questions and answers

Our tours are 1 hour and 45 minutes in duration from dock to dock. We also have an additional 15 minutes of boarding prior to each tour.

Yes, we offer beer, wine, soft drinks, and a full liquor bar for purchase on board. We also offer drink packages that may be purchased from the booth prior to departure.

In the unlikely event we do not see dolphins during a dolphin tour (not valid on sunset tours) you will be able to take another dolphin tour free of charge at a later time. Drink packages purchased during the original tour are not refundable and do not apply to your next dolphin tour.

Yes, we do have restrooms on board for the use of our guests. Please keep in mind that these are marine heads. Please note any signage in the restrooms regarding what may be flushed down the toilets.

Yes, while we are an outdoor activity our open-air lower level does provide shade and protection from the elements. Note that guests in wheelchairs may not be able to access this area based on the size of their wheelchairs.

Unfortunately, you may not bring food on board as we do not have appropriate areas for consumption. We do offer light snacks on board for purchase.

Yes, please visit our private charter section for more information. You may also email charters@thetropicsboattours.com for more information.

Unfortunately, we do not allow pets on board during our tours unless it is a service animal.

We are not wheelchair accessible at this time.

Our daily tour schedule changes with the Sunset time throughout the year. Our schedule is updated in real-time when you click on the Book Now section for each tour offered.

Yes, our ramp is wide enough to cater to most strollers. However, if the stroller is wider than 22" the stroller will not fit through the lower deck threshold. If so, the stroller may be confined to the bow (front) area of the boat. We do consider this the best seat in the house. Another option is to collapse the stroller and bring it into the lower cabin to re-open. You are also welcome to leave unneeded strollers on the dock. We are not responsible for unattended strollers but our booth is staffed until the Sunset Cruise departs.

No, one completed waiver is satisfactory for the entire party/group.

First, purchase CityPASS online CityPASS online for immediate, paperless mobile delivery.
Next, simply click here click here to schedule your tour.

Present your CityPASS tickets at the ticket booth one hour before departure.

No, masks are not required to be worn per CDC guidelines.

You will find the Marina Parking lot at the forth exist out of the roundabout at the end of the bridge when coming to Clearwater Beach. Due to construction, parking at the marina is extremely limited. Listed are some other parking options.

North Beach Parking Garage, 490 Poinsettia Ave, Clearwater, FL 33767. $3/hr. 15 minute walk.

Surf Style Megastore, 315 S Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33767. Pricing varies. 10 minute walk.

Pier 60 Hotel Supplemental Parking Garage, 101 Coronado Dr, Clearwater, FL 33767. Pricing varies. 10 minute walk.

There is public parking available in downtown Clearwater and transportation to the marina can be found on the Clearwater Ferry or the Jolley Trolley. Please check their respective websites for their schedules and rates. Clearwaterferry.com
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We do our best to notify all guests when in climate weather impacts our tour times. At times we do wait until we can clearly assess the weather as it changes quickly in Florida. You can expect to receive a notification when we have to cancel any tour.

Yes, kids of all ages are permitted on our Happy Hour Dolphin Tour when it is available.

Dolphin Exploration and Sunset Cruises Adventure Awaits.

Book now and explore the majestic creatures of the sea up close then relax and enjoy the beautiful sunset in Clearwater Beach, Florida.
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