Adults and children of all ages love the Little Toot because of our “tug boat” shape and power, we create a huge wake that Dolphins love to jump and play in. The Little Toot offers closer dolphin sightings because the boat is lower to the waters edge. We provide a narrated sightseeing tour of Clearwater Harbor and the Gulf of Mexico.

If you are joining another party or reservation, please note the reservation name in the "Special Requirements" section on the booking page. This casual cruise offers you breathtaking views while cruising the calm & tranquil waters of Clearwater, Florida! Enjoy sightseeing and narration on the afternoon cruise or dancing on the evening cruise, tropical drinks (own expense) and more. Our tropical themed cruise offers a delicious Tropical Island Style Dinner Buffet including mango glazed chicken, beef teriyaki and pulled pork. The Cruise Director/DJ on the evening cruise provides music for dancing and fun interactive entertainment with a Caribbean flair. Menu changes may occur as we strive to provide the freshest products and ideas.

Established in 1999, Encounters With Dolphins has been safely providing guests the opportunity to view dolphins, learn about Clearwater and enjoy the sand and sun on Compass Island and maybe even take a dip on the island! We are a small business founded on the principal of wanting our guests to have the same experiences we would want to have on our own vacation. We’re also proud of the fact that almost all of our staff are either marine biologist, conservationist or experts in marine wildlife. All of us work tirelessly to ensure that all of our customers have an enjoyable and relaxing time with us!

Go in search of bottlenose dolphins on this 1.5 hour cruise from Florida’s Clearwater Bay to the beautiful, emerald-green waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy snacks and beverages available for purchase on board and listen as your captain highlights interesting facts about the Gulf Coast. Dolphin sightings are guaranteed!

Our Sunset Celebration Cruise lasts approximately two hours and will take you from Clearwater Bay through Clearwater Pass to the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. Sail the beautiful waters of the Gulf of Mexico as you view a breathtaking Florida sunset and — if you’re lucky you may witness the legendary green flash. Your crew will point out some interesting facts about the natural wonders of the Gulf Coast as well as popular sights along the way. We are pleased to include a Complimentary Sunset Champagne Toast for all guests 21 and up. While we do not guarantee dolphin sightings on our Sunset Cruise we often see them. We simply cannot guarantee because it gets darker earlier at some times of the year. We ask that all guests check in to our booth 45 minutes prior to tour departure time. We begin boarding our tours 15 minutes prior to departure and always leave on time. We cannot wait for anyone who isn't there by departure time.

Our Evening Sunset Cruise is a 2 hour cruise of the Intracoastal Waterway, Clearwater Pass, and into the Gulf of Mexico (weather permitting). Your crew will point out interesting Gulf Coast sights, including the ICW's abundant dolphins! Our boat is a 46-foot long, 2 deck Coast Guard inspected and certified vessel, Orion. A complimentary champagne toast is included for all guests age 21 and over. Beer, wine, hard seltzers, and soft drinks are available for purchase while on board. Please note - the boat departs at the listed time. Please arrive AT LEAST 15 minutes prior to facilitate check-in and boarding. Traffic in Clearwater can be heavy, especially during peak seasons. Please plan accordingly. The boat leaves the dock at the listed departure time whether you have made it on time or not. Refunds are only given when requested at least 24 hours in advance.

50-foot shark themed vessel. The only shark that dolphins love, producing a "MEGA" wake that dolphins love to jump and play in. Covered vessel with sun area. Padded seats and restroom.

A BOAT DAY offers private, customized boat charters for small groups of 1-6 passengers. Sit back and relax on the very comfortable, 24 foot Hurricane Deck Boat as you cruise the waterways with a Captain as your guide. Your boating adventure will get you up close to wild dolphins and take you to secluded barrier islands so you can go shelling on pristine beaches or swim in the Gulf of Mexico. Our private boat tours are perfect for family outings, birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, bachelor(ette) parties, marriage proposals, romantic getaways, reunions, spreading ashes, or any other reason!

Sea Screamer is the largest, most exciting dolphin tour in Clearwater! Our speed(over 20 kts) and offshore Deep-V design covers more of the Gulf of Mexico and finds more dolphins! The dolphins love to swim in our wake. Sometimes they like to jump in our wake! So book your Sea Screamer dolphin tour speed boat adventure and make memories for a lifetime! Sea Screamer has 2 bathrooms aboard. Water, soda, beer, and a selection of hard seltzer is available for sale during your dolphin speed boat tour. Your dolphin speed boat tour aboard Sea Screamer is safe for the entire family. Sea Screamer is a stable, diesel powered 73 ft. Coast Guard inspected passenger vessel. Our Captains are licensed Merchant Marine Officers with years of experience, and the entire crew is trained in first aid/cpr. Dolphin sighting speed boat tours depart daily at: 10am, 12, 2, 4pm for approximately 1 hour. DOLPHIN SIGHTINGS ARE GUARANTEED!

PLEASE BRING YOUR IDs!!! OPEN BAR- ALL DRINKS INCLUDED AND UNLIMITED!! ENJOY ICE COLD SPRITZERS OR BEER WHILE TAKING IN THE BEAUTIFUL VIEWS OF CLEARWATER HARBOR. The only Coast Guard Certified Tiki Boat in Clearwater Beach. Up to 18 passengers. Our Clearwater Tiki Boat is perfect for any occasion. Celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, retirements or a reunion. We specialize in BACHELORETTE/ BACHELOR parties and ENGAGEMENT parties. To book a private party please call us.