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Suncoast Sailing's Day Sailing Experience!

Recommended by 97% of travelers
Badge of Excellence
St Petersburg, USA
High interest
Booked 2 times today.
  • 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· Dawn_W ·
Mar 2026
Super cute little shop where you can purchase all the things you may have forgotten - like sunglasses or sunscreen. Sailboat was beautiful and the crew knew how to be friendly and not intrusive. Great tunes playing the entire time. Our trip had lots of wind and high waves, which is great for us and the crew. Fun time sailing in Florida.
· Ben_G ·
Apr 2026
Mike the captain was awesome. Plenty of water aboard but otherwise BYOB. Sights were amazing. Crew was knowledgeable and professional.

Overview

While in Treasure Island, see the beautiful area without getting caught in the crowds on land. This Treasure Island Sailing Experience lets you go on a small-group cruise around either the Gulf of Mexico or Boca Ciega Bay. You can bring your own drinks as a cooler is provided for cruiser goers to use, or you can enjoy the included soda and bottled water.
  • Sail either in the Gulf of Mexico or Boca Ciega Bay, depending on weather
  • Enjoy soda and bottled water aboard the boat as you cruise
  • A restroom is available for use on the boat for convenience

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • 2 1/2 Hour Sail Pass
  • Small group of maximum 25 people
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • 11165 Gulf Blvd, Treasure Island, FL 33706, USA

    Time listed is the departure time and boarding begins 15 minutes prior. Please check in at our retail store in the orange building that is attached to the Waffle House on the corner of 112th Ave and Gulf Blvd.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Rebecca_M
It was a great day to be out on the water. We saw dolphins at play, a parasailor, and lots of other boats and water toys out there, but it was lovely when we got out away from the majority of others, with just the sounds of the water and the sails flapping. Captains Mike and Shane were informative, fun, and constantly aware of the shifting needs of the schooner, immediately adjusting sails and steering when necessary. Definitely recommend and would love to go out again if we're ever in this area again!

Reviews

4.9
based on 114 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Mike the captain was...

Ben_G, Apr 2026
Mike the captain was awesome. Plenty of water aboard but otherwise BYOB. Sights were amazing. Crew was knowledgeable and professional.

Bucket list check off

Kathleen_M, Apr 2026
It was totally enjoyable, we were late and they were kind enough to call and wait for us, the guys were very personalable

Afternoon Sail

Christina_M, Apr 2026
Friendly crew who had lots of information about the Gulf and the area. It was extremely relaxing and peaceful.

Fun in the sun!

Rebecca_M, Apr 2026
It was a great day to be out on the water. We saw dolphins at play, a parasailor, and lots of other boats and water toys out there, but it was lovely when we got out away from the majority of others, with just the sounds of the water and the sails flapping. Captains Mike and Shane were informative, fun, and constantly aware of the shifting needs of the schooner, immediately adjusting sails and steering when necessary. Definitely recommend and would love to go out again if we're ever in this area again!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Hi Rebecca! You had the absolute best conditions for a sail! Leaving behind all of the activity and slipping out of John's Pass and into the open water of the Gulf is one of the BEST experiences ever. As we tell folks all the time, "If ya don't know, ya gotta go!" Thanks so much for spending the afternoon with us and I look forward to having you aboard again soon!-Richie

Sunday funday

Kristin_W, Apr 2026
Wonderful and friendly staff. The sail was absolutely perfect. It was a terrific way to spend an afternoon. Worth every penny.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Oh Kristin, thank you so much for your kind words! I hope to have you out again soon!-Richie

Fun time sailing in the gulf

Dawn_W, Mar 2026
Super cute little shop where you can purchase all the things you may have forgotten - like sunglasses or sunscreen. Sailboat was beautiful and the crew knew how to be friendly and not intrusive. Great tunes playing the entire time. Our trip had lots of wind and high waves, which is great for us and the crew. Fun time sailing in Florida.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Our shop, The BoatDega, is certainly fun and has all of the last minute necessities including beer, wine, sodas, and apparel as well. Our crew certainly knows how to read the room and nothing we do is ever scripted. Just real fun and real sailing. Thank you so much for the review and we hope to have you out again soon!-Richie

Chill with views

Danyelle_C, Feb 2026
What a fabulous boat ride with friendly captains and amazing views. We wanted a laid back ride with views. Comfortable and perfect for a laid back afternoon

Response from Host, Mar 2026

What a fantabulous afternoon it was and such a great way to disconnect from the rest of the world for a bit. Thank you for sharing your experience and we look forward to having you aboard again soon!-Richie

Professional

James_A, Jul 2025
Excellent crew and staff. The weather unexpectedly turned when we just started out on the water and we were unable to sail. The company handled the entire situation appropriately and professionally.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

That pop up shower came out of absolute nowhere for sure. We take great pride in the excellence in which we handle the unexpected. Hopefully we can earn that 5th star when you come back out with us (with less liquid sunshine 🌞 ).-Richie

Best quick decision experience

Mark_C, May 2025
Crew was super fun and knowledgeable. They made sure we felt comfortable and enjoyed adventure. Would do it again

Response from Host, May 2025

Mark, I totally agree! It was so great having y'all hop aboard last minute. Thank you for joining us for a great afternoon on the water.-Richie

Great way to spend the...

Jill_W, May 2025
Great way to spend the afternoon! Very relaxing and fun to see the area from the water. The boat, Captain Mike and Shane were awesome. You won’t regret your booking.

Response from Host, May 2025

Hey Jill! Thank you for coming out with us! Mike and Shane are the absolute BEST!-Richie

Worth it.

lori_c, Mar 2025
Comfortable, friendly staff, good music. Enjoyable sailing day. To see the coast line and go through John’s Pass under the draw bridge was a treat.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

What a beautiful day it was! The majesty of going through John's Pass is always incredible! Thank you so much for joining us and we look forward to having you aboard again.--Richie

One of a kind!

Theresa_D, Jan 2025
It was amazing, fun, and peaceful! Ritchie and Mike were our crew and they are super cool! Honestly, the best cruise we’ve been on. I originally picked this because it is a schooner and I knew my husband would love it, and he did! Getting out on the water and letting the breeze take us where it wanted was a unique experience for us. We also saw a few dolphins which was just an extra perk. If you’re considering this type of cruise, do it. You won’t regret it!

Response from Host, Jan 2025

THANK YOU so much for your kind words! It is always incredible being able to share schooner sailing with folks like yourselves! It was such a great afternoon to be on the water. We look forward to having y'all aboard again real soon!-Richie

Captain Richie was very...

Nicole_C, Dec 2024
Captain Richie was very knowledgeable and friendly! He made it a great experience for everyone. We had a lot of fog in some areas, but he diverted to other parts of the island to keep us safe all while having a good time in the sunshine!

Response from Host, Jan 2025

That fog was CRAZY for sure! Thank you so much for coming out and spending the afternoon with us!-Richie

Good time

Sharon_J, Jul 2024
Wonderful sailing experience- crew very attentive. Saw many dolphins right next to the boat. Once out in the gulf we got to sail - no motoring!

Response from Host, Jul 2024

High five with Flipper! We hate that stupid "go-go box" a/k/a motor! Once we get out into open water we sail as much as we can! Thank you so much for joining us!-Richie

The learning experience ...

Joe_T, May 2024
The learning experience of what makes sailing works . It was a fun relaxing experience. Definitely would try it again

Response from Host, May 2024

YES! It's a very intuitive process. Similar to music, the practice you put in refines your skill. What a great afternoon to be out on the water and thank you for spending it with us!-Richie

Great Tour

Megan_K, May 2024
Had a great day on the water with Captain Richie and Kendra. Would definitely recommend to anybody visiting the area. Looking forward to coming back.

Highly recommend.

Dan_E, Apr 2024
We had a great time. The crew was very engaging and informative. The sailboat experience was very safe. We got quite away out into the Gulf of Mexico.

Like heaven

Teri_L, Apr 2024
Beautiful experience with a great Captain and mate. Lots of interesting sights from the water. We did a combo of motoring and sailing. Visitors often forget the importance of an experienced and knowledgeable Captain. We will be back

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you so much for joining us! We enjoy every minute we get to spend on the water exposing our Guests to the magic of sailing-Richie

Sun, Wind & Sails

Debie_P, Apr 2024
It was a beautiful day for a lovely sail from Treasure Island into the Gulf. The boat was spacious & comfortable. The crew was friendly, professional & able to answer all of our sailing queries. We even met another couple that we’ll see again!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you so much for joining us! We are always happy to share our passion for sailing and this wonderful are we call home- We look forward to having you out again soon-Richie

Will do it again

Leo_N, Apr 2024
Great experience, the crew was friendly and ver professional, very comfortable, the check in process is great, safe free parking

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Leo, Thank you for spending an afternoon with us! We look forward to having you out again soon!-Richie

Great experience!

Christine_B, Mar 2024
It was a beautiful day for sailing! The guys were great and made the experience fantastic!! This will be a yearly happening for us. Next year the sunset sail!!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Spring winds around here are superb for sure. Thank you for making us a yearly tradition!-Richie

Pleasant and enjoyable

SANDRA_P, Mar 2024
Richie the captain was more than happy to tell us about the area and about sailing the waters of Tampa Bay. The sail was very pleasant and enjoyable!

Response from Host, Mar 2024

And there are TONS of stories I probably left out; the screaming peacocks, Gordon the Goat (that lived on a boat)... and many more! Thank you so much for coming out and spending some time on the water with us! I look forward to having you back out again soon!-Richie

Sunny calm day on the golf. Relaxing time!

Pfpiekut, Mar 2024
The wind in the bay! The crew were fun to talk with. Learned a lot about the area and Where good sailboat water and docks were.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

It was great wind in the bay!...too bad the Gulf wasn't the same (sigh). If we could only control the wind!?Thank you so much for joining us for a great day on the water!-Richie

Sleepy sailing

Nancy_S, Jan 2024
Sleepy sailing experience. Very little explanation on sights and didn’t feel much wake. There are probably better sailing cruises in Tampa Bay.

Response from Host, Jan 2024

Hey Nancy! Thank you for your review. All of our Captains and Crew have an infectious passion about the waters we sail and call home and we love to share that with our Guests when appropriate as to not interrupt your conversations with your party. As we explained at boarding, conditions in the Gulf of Mexico were pretty treacherous so we did stay in the much calmer waters of Boca Ciega Bay for your safety and the safety of the others aboard. Unfortunately, as I explained during your trip and over the phone, it takes about 4 hours each way to transit to Tampa Bay proper from our location in Treasure Island. My apologies for missing the mark with you and your group. We would love to have you aboard again in the future!-Richie

Sailing cruise

Anonymous, Dec 2023
The crew was very informative and entertaining. Highly skilled and would recommend to anyone. Very enjoyable.

Response from Host, Jan 2024

Anthony! Thank you so much for coming out. The skills of our captains and crew are second to none and we love sharing the crazy local stories that makes this area so special to us. Let's do it again real soon!--Richie

Serenity at sea

Deb_V, Dec 2023
Awesome sail! We totally enjoyed this beautiful sailboat. . We enjoyed our sail with 2 other people, who shared their Prosecco and charcuterie. The crew made us feel so welcome and shared many stories and important facts about the are area. A family of dolphins scampered around the boat several times. We would definitely recommend this trip to anyone. It’s a small sailboat, seats about 20 people, which makes for a cozy atmosphere. Excellent views! Can’t wait to come back.

Sail away

Tracy_C, Sep 2023
A beautiful night to go for a sail with a great crew. Thank you Dave and Shawn. May see you again soon 😊⛵️

A Beautiful Day

Maureen_A, Jul 2023
A beautiful day on the Bay! The crew was very knowledgable and great company. It was a perfect day for saling.

Would recommend !!

PEGGY_M, May 2023
The whole experience. We were a small group and the crew were very friendly and answered most of our questions.

Great for when you have company in town who want to be on the water!

Andrea_L, May 2023
The captain and his wife are so personable. Such a good thing to do if you have friends in town who want to go on the water. It was a beautiful day and they made the experience so much fun.

Response from Host, May 2023

They ARE tons of fun and always ready to share a story or 10. Thanks so much for coming out and we would love to have you out again soon!-Richie

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