3-Hour Private Clearwater Beach Adventure – Dolphins & Sandbars
Overview
Discover Clearwater the local way on this 3-hour private boat tour aboard Salt Therapy with Captain Clearwater. Ideal for couples, families, or small groups, this mid-length adventure lets you see dolphins, visit sandbars, and relax along Florida’s Gulf Coast without rushing the day. Bring your favorite drinks, cue up the Bluetooth, and explore calm backwaters and island coves locals love most. With a laid-back USCG-licensed captain and flexible pickup points, you’ll experience Clearwater like an insider—easy vibes, warm water, and pure “Salt Therapy.”
Highlights
• Private 3-hour charter with flexible departures
• Spot dolphins and explore hidden sandbars
• Swim, float, picnic, or relax on deck
• Cooler, ice & bottled water included
• Pickup in Clearwater, Belleair & IRB
End your day the local way—“Boat Like a Local” and make memories on Clearwater’s most relaxing private charter.
What's Included
- BYOB welcome (beer, wine, canned drinks only)
- Cooler stocked with ice and bottled water
- Private charter aboard Salt Therapy (up to 6 guests)
- Local taxes and fuel included
- U.S. Coast Guard–licensed captain with 40+ years local experience
- Bluetooth sound system for your playlist
- Gratuities (15–20% appreciated for excellent service)
- Food and alcoholic beverages (bring your own if you’d like)
- Transportation to and from the dock
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Honeymoon Island State Park
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not wheelchair or stroller accessible. Service animals are welcome if safe and under control. Near public transportation. Infants must sit on laps. Most travelers can participate. This is a private charter — only your group will be on board.
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on 3-Hour Private Clearwater Beach Adventure – Dolphins & Sandbars?
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Average 4.95 out of 5 stars based on 43 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- BYOB welcome (beer, wine, canned drinks only).
- Cooler stocked with ice and bottled water.
- Private charter aboard Salt Therapy (up to 6 guests).
- Local taxes and fuel included.
- U.S. Coast Guard–licensed captain with 40+ years local experience.
- Bluetooth sound system for your playlist.
- Gratuities (15–20% appreciated for excellent service).
- Food and alcoholic beverages (bring your own if you’d like).
- Transportation to and from the dock.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 3-Hour Private Clearwater Beach Adventure – Dolphins & Sandbars is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 3-Hour Private Clearwater Beach Adventure – Dolphins & Sandbars will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- BYOB welcome (beer, wine, canned drinks only)
- Cooler stocked with ice and bottled water
- Private charter aboard Salt Therapy (up to 6 guests)
- Local taxes and fuel included
- U.S. Coast Guard–licensed captain with 40+ years local experience
- Bluetooth sound system for your playlist
- Gratuities (15–20% appreciated for excellent service)
- Food and alcoholic beverages (bring your own if you’d like)
- Transportation to and from the dock
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not wheelchair or stroller accessible. Service animals are welcome if safe and under control. Near public transportation. Infants must sit on laps. Most travelers can participate. This is a private charter — only your group will be on board.
