Clearwater Encounters with Dolphins Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
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!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Come join us on a fun filled, narrated sightseeing tour of Clearwater’s harbor. Enjoy a relaxing ride while you learn about our abundant wildlife, and view the area’s dolphins in their natural environment. Every trip stops at Compass Island where you can collect shells, swim and the kids can even hunt for treasure! Excursions depart from the Clearwater Beach Marina multiple times every day. Spend an hour and a half to an hour and forty five minutes with our highly trained crew in the Clearwater Harbor on board our brand new 40 foot Coast Guard inspected excursion boat. For twenty to thirty minutes during your trip, the boat will stop at Compass Island where you will have the opportunity to shell hunt through thousands of shells, swim and enjoy the island.
What‘s Included
Dolphin Sighting
Snacks
Options
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Reviews
2,214 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
So fun! Perfect amount...
Sara F,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00So fun! Perfect amount of time! Tour guides were friendly and knowledgeable. And it was affordable. Great activity for families.
Amazing trip
Zhe C,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Such an amazing team and the most adorable dolphins! They took us to a small island where we even found some ancient shell creatures.
Enjoyable trip
Christine K,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very entertaining, Kayla and Captain Dillon were very knowledgeable of the Dolphins and their habitat.
Dolphin Fun in the Sun
Debra W,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Had an amazing dolphin excursion today! 🐬☀️ The experience was unforgettable—seeing these beautiful creatures up close was just incredible. Highly recommend!
Overall fun experience for all ages
Beth D,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun for families. Lots of dolphin sightings! Captain Dylan knew a lot about dolphins and ospreys. Fun!
Dolphin Tour
Beth J,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Captain Dylan and first mate Kaitlyn were great hosts for the trip. Super personable and knowledgeable. They ensured we saw some dolphins and they even got super close. 10/10 would recommend.
OUTSTANDING!
David S,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Caption Dylion was fantastic, I've never seen so many dolphins without being in an aquarium. Seeing the tiny island was unique. Definitely worth the price.
Organized friendly fun!
SARAH M,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an abnormally chilly last day in Clearwater. The tour directors were knowledgeable and friendly. Left right on time. They found us some dolphins to observe and still made a stop at compass island even though it was so cold. Overall still a great experience for the cold day!
Dolphin sightings and sea shells and fun!
493maryjanek,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband, my niece, her husband, and their 3 young sons (10, 6 and 4) set out with two enthusiastic guides to see dolphins jumping out of the water. Within in 5 minutes we spotted two several yards from our boat. We enjoyed several other sightings after that. My nephews had never been to Florida, seen the ocean, nor dolphins. They were thrilled. A big highlight was docking at a small island for half an hour to go shelling. I'd recommend this trip to any one of any age. Enjoy!
There needs to be clear...
Clara R,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00There needs to be clear directions on how to find your location. It says slip 52, but there is no clear markings.
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