This was a fantastic excursion. The ride was awesome with phenomenal hosts. Beverages available on the boat for very reasonable prices.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Bottled water
- Restroom on board
- Bar (drinks for purchase)
Excludes
- No outside alcohol
- TAX 7%
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Look for the Salty Pelican Boat Tour signs. We will meet you at Pier 6, left side of Marina Boat Ramp, midway down. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure time.
Return
- Look for the Salty Pelican Boat Tour signs. We will meet you at Pier 6, left side of Marina Boat Ramp, midway down. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure time.
Itinerary
Kick off your adventure in charming Gulfport, a colorful waterfront village where sailboats sway, pelicans dive, and sunsets steal the show. This laid-back bayside town blends Old Florida charm with beachy, artsy energy. Stroll the marina, snap photos by the historic waterfront casino, and soak up the relaxed coastal vibe before cruising into Boca Ciega Bay in search of dolphins. It’s the perfect start to your Salty Pelican getaway.
Soak up the sunshine along St. Pete Beach, where powder-soft white sand meets sparkling turquoise Gulf waters. Cruise past swaying palms and the famous pink Don CeSar as seabirds glide overhead and dolphins play offshore. With warm breezes, postcard sunsets, and pure Florida beach energy, this iconic stretch of coastline delivers the ultimate vacation backdrop for your Salty Pelican adventure. ☀️
Cruise past the legendary Don CeSar, the iconic pink “Palace” that has defined the skyline of St. Pete Beach since 1928. Built during the roaring twenties by developer Thomas Rowe, this grand Mediterranean Revival resort quickly became a playground for America’s elite, hosting celebrities, dignitaries, and even U.S. presidents. During World War II, it served as a military hospital before returning to its glamorous resort roots. From the water, its blush-pink towers rise dramatically above the sugar-white sand and sparkling Gulf waters — one of the most photographed sights on Florida’s west coast. Warm sea breezes, circling seabirds, and frequent dolphin sightings make this historic landmark feel alive with vacation energy. It’s not just a hotel — it’s a piece of Florida history wrapped in sunshine, and a highlight of your Salty Pelican cruise.
Glide past the sun-soaked shores of Isla del Sol, where palm-lined waterfront homes, sailboats, and sparkling blue waters set the scene for classic Florida living. Tucked between Gulfport and St. Pete Beach, this tropical island community feels like a hidden slice of paradise. Keep your camera ready — dolphins often cruise these calm bay waters, adding a little extra magic to your Salty Pelican adventure.
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Reviews
It was really informative! We didn’t even care about seeing dolphins as we didn’t see them until the end of our trip.. But, not only did we see a pod of dolphins.. We also saw a manatee and learned a ton about different bird species..
This tour was the absolute BEST!! Such a fun way to see the water in a more quiet and personal way vs a big boat!! Our guide was so great!! There were multiple kids on our tour and it was so family friendly! Our daughter had a blast and loved seeing so many dolphins! We loved hearing about some of the history of the area and the drinks for purchase on board were a major plus for the parents! We can’t wait until next year to come down and book a tour with Salty Pelican again!!!
We loved this experience so much! Bob and Aaron were so nice and helpful. They really wanted us to have a great experience. We ended up seeing at least 3 pods of dolphins, one with a baby! I felt like this was so fairly priced for what it was. Definitely recommend!
love that we got to see dolphins and the captain was a great guide with info about the area. beverages available onboard with free water bottles
We had an incredible time with Salty Pelican Boat Tours! From start to finish, the trip was seamless and exceptionally well run. The captain’s local knowledge was outstanding—he pointed out amazing hidden spots, shared fascinating local history, and knew exactly where to take us for the best views along the route. As a parent taking my kids out on the water, safety is always my top priority, and Salty Pelican blew me away. The safety brief was thorough, the boat was impeccably maintained, and the captain went out of his way to make sure the kids were secure, comfortable, and having fun the entire time. It made for a completely stress-free experience for the adults, allowing us to relax with a perfectly ice-cold beer while taking in the scenery. Watched dolphins in their natural habitat as well
Th captain and Avery were great! While we love tours when visiting (or returning to) a city, we don’t love when they talk the entire time. This was a great balance of information while allowing us time to roam the boat, take pictures, enjoy the views, watch for dolphins (which we saw!!) and just relax. I’d do another tour when them for sure!
You will see dolphins. This tour was a nice break from the beach. Captain was very knowledgeable. I would recommend this dolphin boat tour to others.
It was just wonderful and very relaxing. I saw the dolphins and differenf types of birds. I me and my family were relaxed and had a wonderful time.
Great experience - the kids loved it. The guides were fantastic
Nice ride, great friendly captains. Comfortable boat with shade or sun seating. Bonus we saw dolphins
This was a very nice event. Very personable. They know what they are doing and knowledgeable!!! Was a great experience
Very good. Good guys know the water. Tom and Roy very good!
This was an excellent fun-filled trip. The boat was clean and well maintained. The captain was entertaining and did a great job navigating the waters and finding dolphins. The boat holds 17 and we had plenty of room to move around, and most of the seating is covered. They sell soft drinks, beer, and seltzers on board at cheap prices and free bottled water. Great time and will repeat
Great people made the trip fun very knowledgeable of the area I actually learned A lot. Plus they were very accommodating to me and my family
Bob & Aeden were great - very informative and interacted SO well with our kids. It was very comfortable and the perfect relaxing day. We saw dolphins, a manatee, many birds and the guides even recommended a great spot for lunch after. We had a blast!
The trip was easy to book and affordable. My entire family had a great experience We saw many dolphins (up to 7 at a time) and was thrilled to hear the captains knowledge of the area
The adventure was great. The captains were friendly and knowledgeable. We saw lots of dolphins that swam around us for a long while. Everyone on the boat was thrilled. The entire experience was 10 out of 10
Tour guides were super knowledgeable of the area. Beautiful views we did see several dolphins on the way back to the dock
Very chill vibe from the captains. I got great advice for various things. I felt comfortable aboard. There was restroom facilities and a dozen passengers fit comfortably. I even had my feet up. 😁
Great experience! Staff is very nice and knowledgeable! Definitely recommend and will be coming back in the future!
Great experience you get to see a lot of st Pete. Jacob and Aaron are great ! Would do again. Good value for the price
The boat ride was absolutely amazing! The crew were very friendly and knowledgeable about the area, we got to see quite a few dolphins, a bird sanctuary, and had an amazing view of the sunset. They also gave a little gift bag at the end as a thank you!
It was 10/10! Would recommend to friends and family! Me and my sister had an amazing time took awesome photos even got to watch the full sunset. Would definitely recommend the crew was amazing. 🩵
This was a fun boat tour! We got to see dolphins up close. The guides were very knowledgeable about the area.
We saw many dolphins so the tour was exactly as it was advertised. Also saw many types of birds. The Captain was very friendly & informative. The ride was smooth & pleasurable. I feel it was worth the cost.
The experience was amazing. We were able to see the dolphins, drink a little wine and enjoyed the view.. the tour guides and captain were friendly and very knowledgeable
Great tour! Got to see dolphins right off the bat! The boat was so peaceful and relaxing. We are really glad we booked this for Mother's day.
Friendly crew, gave great descriptions of the surrounding coastline, safety first, described where the life jackets were.
It was a great experience. Highly recommend.
Beautiful Waterview of the bay. Captain was knowledgeable sharing about the surrounding sites. And we did see dolphins!
This is a well run family business. Father and son are professional, courteous, friendly, knowledgeable about the area, and great at finding dolphins. We definitely recommend this experience.
Prepare for the weather. Wear comfy clothes. Staff was amazing. They provide cold water no need to bring any.
Lovely boat tour managed to see dolphins the guys working on the boat were very approachable and informative
We had a great time with Aaron and Jacob on our boat tour. We had a party of 6 and were the only ones who purchased tickets for this time-slot. I was impressed that they didn’t cancel on us, unlike other boat tour companies who are known for canceling. They also had a good selection of wine, beer, and seltzers for sale that were reasonably priced. I will definitely be booking this company again.
It was an incredible experience. We saw a bunch of dolphins, enjoyed a lovely tour with the captains, and would absolutely recommend it!
Although we found no dolphins, the trip was well worth the cost. It was very interesting touring the area from an off shore perspective. The crew was knowledgeable and extremely friendly. Will definitely do again when we’re back in town.
Our family had an amazing time. It was very relaxing and we enjoyed seeing the dolphins and even spotted a manatee. The crew was friendly, humorous and overall pleasant. Will book again
Very fun saw manatee and dolphins! The driver took his time to actually find them and it was not where he drove and came back but he actually took time 2 see and find them for us.
Captain Bob and Aaron gave a very fun, safe, and informative tour of the St. Petersburg/Tampa Bay area. They pointed out historical buildings and even stopped for photo ops! We saw many different native birds and dolphins in the area. When they spotted dolphins, they drove the boat near them and let us spend time there to enjoy the views, until the dolphins moved on. Highly recommend if you are visiting the St. Pete area!
Great cruise. Comfortable seats. Delightful crew
Fun, captain was nice and funny.
Captain Bob and Aaron were terrific. We were lucky to see several pods of dolphins of different sizes. We even saw a dolphin do a jump out of the water. The weather was great.
This was such a cool experience. First of all the boat is located in this tucked away marina that is exactly what you think of when you think of Florida living. As far as the dolphins, we saw to solo dolphins in the first half of the trip, but the ride itself was beautiful. On the back half we had to of seen 15 dolphins swimming in pods and we were able to get very close to them. It was awesome to see so many having a good time in their natural habitat.
You go out on to the water and search out dolphins, get a bit of a tour on the water..good vibes, free water and wine and beer is for sale if I remember correctly. We saw probably a total of 10ish dolphins...some jumping and some of them close to the boat...was absolutely awesome!
Was a great tour and we saw lots of dolphins! Captain Bob and Captain Aaron were very knowledgeable!
I was looking for something special to do with my granddaughter on my last day here and we booked the tour and had an awesome time seeing the dolphins and then going over to the island with the birds the captains were awesome. We really enjoyed the tour. I would highly recommend going with them.
A staff member contacted us initially to ensure we had everything needed for this event in terms of following up with a call. Really enjoy the cruise, captain very knowledgeable narrating areas inland as we passed through them. A very friendly atmosphere. Overall on a scale of 1-10 hands down 20! I would definitely recommend this cruise.
The crew was very friendly and helpful! Beautiful ride We all enjoyed ourselves Great price for the length of the ride
Beautiful day for a dolphin tour with my friend. We saw 5 dolphins, a bird sanctuary and the cathedral bridge.
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