Fort Myers Beach Sunset and Dolphin Watching Cruise
Recommended by 98% of travelers
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Fort Myers, USA
- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Gaze over the calm waters of Fort Myers as the water dances with the golden reflection of the setting sun on this family-friendly evening boat trip. Get a unique perspective on the area and keep an eye out for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins leaping from the ocean, as you glide through the waves, with a glass of soda in hand.
- Evening boat trip of the waters outside Fort Myers
- A chance to see the Sanibel Island Lighthouse from the water
- Great for animal lovers: You might spot dolphins and various seabird species
- Enjoy a complimentary glass of soda as you travel
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Soda/Pop
- Restroom on board
- Parking Fees
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 450 Harbor Ct, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931, USA
450 Harbor Court is located at Moss Marina where there is plenty of parking. There are a couple of picnic tables along the seawall by A dock on the north end of the property. We will check everyone in at that location. Please allow plenty of time to arrive at the Marina as traffic can be very heavy.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Bowditch Point Park (Pass By)
Sanibel Causeway (Pass By)
Sanibel Island Lighthouse (Pass By)
Picnic Island (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Debra_A
Captain Forrest and Captain were great! Very informative, friendly, knowledgeable and fun!! We were well taken care of and the cruise was great fun. For a fun and relaxing evening, I would highly recommend this cruise.
Reviews
4.9
based on 244 reviews
Lynn_O, May 2026
Fun, engaging and delightful captain and crew (Deacon and Dan). GREAT dolphin sightings and fun. Very knowledgeable captain.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for the great review of our Dolphin Sunset Cruise!
Maureen_F, May 2026
The captain goes above and beyond to make it a good experience. The sunset was absolutely beautiful and we got to see dolphins!
Response from Host, May 2026
We do our best to make all of our tours memorable and amazing. Thank you for the great review!
Patrick_H, May 2026
Dolphin tour was amazing, captain was very knowledgeable and he pulled out some sea tricks to make tour incredible
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for the amazing review!
Andrea_V, May 2026
Captain Dave and Carley were incredible! They were attentive to our needs, and were well-versed in the Ft. Myers wildlife. We had a magical evening, capped off with a flower moon and a pack of dolphins that gave quite the show.
Thank you to the dynamic duo that gave us the perfect last night in Florida.
Response from Host, May 2026
So glad we could deliver another great tour. Thank you for the great review!
NeallinaMcLin_P, Apr 2026
The captain and his crew were great and super knowledgeable of the craft and the coast! The complimentary drink options was a nice touch too! Parking was easy and the boat was spacious and comfortable.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for the perfect review!
CYNTHIA_K, Apr 2026
Captain Dan and Deacon were GREAT! The cruise was nice and easy, and we felt totally comfortable and safe the entire trip. We saw quite a few dolphins and an absolutely Beautiful Sunset. Captain Deacon gladly took pictures of the guests when asked. Captain Dan was funny and shared interesting stories and history of the area. We highly recommend!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for the great review and high recommendation!
Jodi_S, Apr 2026
The restroom is very very small and should be used in case of emergency. So make sure you use restroom before the ride.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the review. Yes we always recommend using the Restroom prior to departure.
Sherri_R, Apr 2026
The weather was not cooperative although the hosts made the best of it. Since we could not cancel we went along. It was very cloudy and looked like rain. It did not rain and we were able to enjoy a beautiful sunset amongst the clouds. Good thing it was warm, the boat ride was great! F
Definitely would recommend this excursion.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the review. Sometimes mother nature does not cooperate but we make the best of it. We do not go out when it is unsafe but a few clouds do not stop us, sometimes those are the best sunsets. Sounds like you had a good time and would recommend our tour, why only 3 stars?
David_R, Apr 2026
The weather didn’t look like it would cooperate to see sunset. Clouds started parting and we ended up with wonderful pictures of setting sun. Captains Dan and Forrest were great, couldn’t ask for a better duo!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the review of our sunset cruise! Florida weather changes often. When it is storming an hour prior to departure, pretty good chance it will clear for the sunset.
Heidi_M, Apr 2026
Blake and Dan were very accommodating. The trip was fun and although I didn't except it to be, it was very informative.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the great review!
Todd_B, Apr 2026
Great cruise guys did fantastic the only issue is for people knowing where to go and if they are in the correct spot.. the name of the cruise is different from the payment app.. I heard many people ask if they were in the correct spot.. not a major thing but something that will help the experience- thanks for everything
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the review and 5 stars. As for the payment showing different that is because you booked and paid through a 3rd party OTA (Online Travel Agency) not directly through Pelican Bay Charters
Margaret_P, Apr 2026
Fun captains, good mixture of people on the boat. We saw a shark being caught by a fisherman and several dolphins. The clouds at sunset was spectacular.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Glad to hear you enjoyed our Sunset Dolphin Cruise!
Kyle_S, Apr 2026
We did see dolphins and where able to get the dolphins vary close to the boat. My wife said it was the best thing we did on ower trip
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for this great review!
Daffney_M, Apr 2026
Nice relaxing evening. Relaxing atmosphere and the hosts do their best to find doplphins.
Drinks are provided.
The only “complaint” I have is that the site says no parking fees but that’s not true. We had to scan in to park ( which was cumbersome because it doesn’t give a confirmation) and I think it was around $10 or so to park. That’s fine but don’t advertise that is it is free.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the review!
Mindy_T, Apr 2026
We had a great experience on the sunset dolphin cruise with Captain Dan! There was plenty of room on the boat, and he and Forrest made the evening a lot of fun with their humor and knowledge throughout the evening. Highly recommend this excursion!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the High Recommendation!
Ron_S, Apr 2026
Awesome - great sunset and saw a lot of dolphins. Both of the hosts were great. They kept checking with us to see if everything was OK.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the 5 stars!
Scott_S, Apr 2026
Captains Dan and Deacon were very knowledgeable. Learned history of the marine life. Such great sense of humor and made the cruise fun for all ages!.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
They are a great team, thank you for the review!
stephanie_b, Apr 2026
We had very nice evening cruise. the staff were great and the sunset was perfect. we did see some dolphins
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the review!
Jay_O, Apr 2026
Super friendly captains! Made the trip extremely fun they took some great pics for us!! Got to see dolpnins and manatee!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the perfect review of our Sunset Dolphin Cruise!
Jennifer_S, Apr 2026
Very friendly staff onboard. They made sure we were comfortable and kept the beverages coming. Very knowledgeable as well.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the great review!
Maria_C, Apr 2026
Super friendly Captain and Crew! Loved the humor and fun they brought to the evening. We saw Dolphins all around our boat! It was a great night and we enjoyed it! A must activity to do when staying in Cape Coral or Ft Myers!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the 5 stars!
Lisa_E, Apr 2026
Absolutely wonderful. This was a last minute booking(well 6hour prior to be fair) on a Saturday night. Getting there was easy, the staff were helpful and professional getting everyone on board. The Captains, Deacon and Dan i think, were wonderful. Friendly, funny and incredibly knowledgeable. I would highly recommend taking this tour!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the amazing review and High recommendation!!
Sarah_D, Apr 2026
Beautiful views and Dan and Deacon were amazing! They made sure everyone was having a good time and showed us some great views and dolphins!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the perfect review!
Anjali_P, Apr 2026
Breathtaking views and great tour. Captains Deacon and Forest were fun guides that followed safety protocols.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Safety is our #1 priority!!! Thank you for the review.
Dean_S, Apr 2026
Enjoyed the entire experience and saw about 7 dolphins during the trip . We also enjoyed a great sunset and the captain was funny and both guys were great hosts. Sanibel Island was scenic.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the great review!
Carol_L, Apr 2026
Great, fun, experience. The captains were very helpful and knowledgeable and entertaining! Saw dolphins, a cool lighthouse. They took pictures of us in front of lighthouse .
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the excellent review!
Dylan_F, Apr 2026
The Captains were amazing. Very knowledgeable and very personal. Spoke to every single passenger. We got to see two different sightings of dolphins as well. We will definitely do it again
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the 5 stars! Cant wait to see you again in the future.
Nichole_L, Apr 2026
We had the best time ! Captain Dan and Captain Forest made it so much fun! Great views great conversations! Had a blast highly recommend and worth every penny!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
We are happy to hear you found value in our Sunset Dolphin Cruise. Thank you for the High Recommendation!
Danielle_C, Apr 2026
Our family got off the boat due to weather related concerns, we asked to change our tour to another date when it wasn’t raining and thundering but were told since the charter went out regardless of weather, we wouldn’t get to reschedule or receive a refund. This was disappointing as we were really looking forward to this excursion for our family.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
We are sorry for your inconvenience. As to the weather it did Rain and Storm prior to our departure but did move away and at a safe distance. We will never proceed with any of our tours when there is a safety concern. As for rescheduling you we were sold out for the next several nights so there was nowhere to move you to. Our weather patterns in Florida are much different than other parts of the US as it could be bad weather in one area but completely clear and beautiful in our operating area. Our Captains are very experienced at watching the weather via satellite and eyes in the sky watching the type of clouds and the movement of them. We as a company practice safety first above all else!
Debra_A, Apr 2026
Captain Forrest and Captain were great! Very informative, friendly, knowledgeable and fun!! We were well taken care of and the cruise was great fun. For a fun and relaxing evening, I would highly recommend this cruise.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the High Recommendation! We do our best to make it enjoyable for all.
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