Dolphin Landings Charterboat Center

What a perfect sail! 15 passengers plus crew of 2. We sailed out, found 5 – 7 dolphins, followed them all over the bay, and returned. Dolphins were entertaining, even jumping well above the water. Ship captain, Mike, well versed in dolphin habits and an ideal guide. It was a very relaxing 2 hour trip. Highly recommend this outing.

We cannot say enough great things about our sail. The crew was so professional and knowledgeable. We saw many dolphins and any questions we had were answered. I would highly recommend it for anyone that doesn’t just want a fun cruise, but a lesson in sailing. We will sure be back to do more of the tours offered. These guys were great!

Sunset sail was a great time. Captain Ben and first mate Jim were awesome. Very knowledgeable and had stories to tell. Saw some Dolphins along the way. Caught some wind on the way back so made for a fun sailing trip. Highly recommend.

Absolutely the most pleasant business in St. Pete. Cindy was very helpful, cheerful, and kind to me and my family. Definitely an affordable trip for a family of 7. Go online and sign up for 5.00 dollars off your dolphin tour by submitting your email address for subscription. The captain and his assistant were extremely friendly to our children and had a vast amount of knowledge to share to our child about the boat we were on, the sea life, and the history of St. Pete. We saw some dolphins but overall the ride was so peaceful and pleasant that we didn’t mind that the dolphins were not ready to come give us a show. For future guests, they don’t advertise they sail in the gulf so don’t be surprised when they sail in the bay. It is beautiful and relaxing.

Had a great time on the dolphin watching excursion! The ride included FREE soda and water AND we got to bring our own beer on board, which was a huge bonus. The crew was very friendly and informative and of course we got to see dolphins!

We decided to go on the afternoon ride last minute. Luckily they had room for us. I was expecting a crowded, loud motor boat, but it was a 46′ yacht with 23 people as the max. It was a gorgeous day and the ride alone was fantastic. The Captain kept in radio contact with other boats for dolphin sightings. As soon as we saw the first pod, the Captain turned the boat and tried to keep them in our sights. They kept popping up in front, behind or next to our boat. He kept circling the Dolphins in the bay.
We had an amazing time and it was worth every penny. The staff was great, from the phone call to the boat staff.

The sunset cruise had a hidden bonus. Not only did we see an Epic sunset but we sailed past a few Dolphins. We were out on a colder night so the crew passed out blankets to keep us all warm. All in all I highly recommend this adventure for you. FYI — pack a few drinks and a small snack, although they do provide water and soda.

We recently took the Dolphin Watching Tour. Very enjoyable 2 hour tour. The staff was very friendly, the cost was reasonable, and most importantly, we saw lots of dolphins on the tour. I’d recommend this to anyone visiting in the St Pete Beach area.

We had the best time. They took us on a great boat ride and we saw a big pod of dolphins. We were able to get some amazing pictures. Our captain Meryl was awesome. Her second Mike was great too! They encourage BYOB which makes it more fun and they provide pop for you as well. I would definitely recommend this to anyone that wants an awesome sail boat ride with dolphins. Thanks!!!

We booked and paid for the sunset cruise but it got canceled due to weather. That is totally understandable but we didn’t know it was canceled until we were standing on the dock ready to board. Glad they put our safety first but would have been nice to be informed before we got there (they had our cell numbers) so we could make other plans. We decided not to chance another cancellation so did not go on their Egmont Tour sail either which we had also booked. They were however very friendly and gave us a full refund.

This was an amazing dolphin tour. I have been on others but this was on a sailboat with about a total of 7 other people. If you want the perfect dolphin tour with a knowledgeable captain and without a huge boat of people this is for you. Completely recommend. We all had a great time including three kids ranging in ages from 16 to 8.

Just left our dolphin watch trip and it was absolutely amazing! We didn’t see any dolphins at first but then we saw one, then 2, then a whole family! They were swimming right by the boat and very frequently. The captain even stayed out a little later so we could watch them. Thanks for the great trip Jon & Dawn!

Fully recommend the sunset cruise. Saw a few dolphins, but the sun, and technically the full moon, stole the show. Had an amazing journey!
You know it’s good when the crew is taking pictures because «every day is different.» If you enjoy this kind of thing, grab a few beverages to enhance the atmosphere and enjoy an amazing few hours. Just be careful when you «hit the head!» Thanks Captain!!!

Great trip. Great boat. Great sunset. I looked at a lot if other places for sunset sailing and all were at least twice the price, but no one else was even available last minute. This place gives you a great experience at a very low price.

Sailing in Florida with dolphins jumping alongside the boat was great fun. We took an afternoon dolphin cruise which was a beautiful 2 hours in the inter-​coastal waterway. This was not a very windy day so I was somewhat disappointed that we had to use the diesel power several times through out our cruise.
There was a crew of two on board and we were one of only three groups on this day so there was plenty room to move about. They offer complementary water and soda and you are encouraged to BYOB which they will store and serve to you on board which was a nice touch.
If you are expecting Flipper to do a Sea World show for you in his natural habitat you will be disappointed. We did see plenty of dolphins, however they were not liking the paparazzi taking their photos on this particular day.
This was a great local attraction and be sure to tip the crew if you like the service!

This review is for the Boca Ciega Sunset Cruise.
It was the highlight of our vacation weekend in St. Petersburg.
We booked the cruise in advance (recommended) and they called us to confirm. They even called us about 15 minutes before the sailboat was scheduled to depart to make sure we were coming and to finetune the directions. (You have to drive to the back of the parking lot at the Dolphin Landings shopping center to locate the dock.) The customer service we received from the ticket office was friendly and helpful!
In late February, the boat leaves the dock promptly at 5pm (varies according to the time of sunset). They supply water and soft drinks, and you are encouraged to bring your own alcoholic beverages if you’re so inclined. When you board the boat, they take everything from you and put it into a large cooler with ice at the stern. Remember to bring a bottle opener! Chances are they have one you can borrow, but it helps to have your own on-​hand.
The crew was fine. Not overly friendly, per se, but professional. An identical «sister» sailboat left at the same time as us. It was funny because the captain of our boat was playfully competing with the captain of the other boat, trying to race him at times. I always felt safe and that the crew had the boat under control. And it was smooth sailing because the intercoastal waterway isn’t choppy like the gulf can be. The only discomfort I felt was on turns, when the boat would seriously LEAN… That, and next time I would bring a cushion for my butt. There’s no real «seating» area up on deck; if you want the good views and wind in your hair you have to sit abovedeck. As a result, after awhile, your butt hurts!
We cruised for a good amount of time (approx. 3 hours). When we returned to the dock it was quite dark. Money well spent. Very romantic. Highly recommend!

There are a lot of different kinds of charters you can take in the St. Pete, and they all offer something a little different. My wife and I took the sunset dolphin watching cruise with Dolphin Landings and it fit the occasion perfectly. The sunset cruises use sailboats instead of the standard pontoon boats, and they cruise along the intercoastal waterway instead of out in the Gulf. The result is a smooth, quiet, and very relaxing cruise.
We had the wind with us on the way out, so the only time we had to hear the engines was when the boat was crossing under the drawbridge. It also made spotting dolphins pretty easy since they weren’t being scared off by engine noise. The cruise stops where the waterway meets the Gulf so you can see an amazing sunset (providing the Starlight paddleboat doesn’t park in front of you) and then turns around to head back. On the way home we got to see some (thankfully) distant thunderstorms which gave us a beautiful light show.
The crew was very fun and professional, and made sure that everyone was comfortable and taken care of. Water and sodas are included with the cruise, and you’re allowed to bring any food and alcoholic drink you’d like. Chop is not a problem in the waterway, but the boat does lean with the wind so keep that in mind when packing your drinks.
This is something we’ll definitely do again, and I recommend it for pretty much anyone. If you have children, they also do a morning cruise that’s basically the same thing. And remember, most of the crew on these trips work for tips, so be sure to show your appreciation!