Island Sunset and Skyway Light Show - 3hr Boat Cruise in St. Pete

4.9 (2,393 Viator reviews) 3 hrs St Petersburg area

Aerial view shows the sheer size of the Skyway Bridge! Almost 2 miles of lights!
Our Cruise gives you the best seat there is to the Skyway Bridge Light Show! Different display every night of the week!
Serene Sunset Cruise over the Gulf of Mexico right off Shell Key Nature Preserve and St. Pete Beach
Sunset walk on Sand Dollar Island
Amazing photo opportunities with the Skyway Light Show! All Included with the Cruise!

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About this activity

Join us on our brand new 50ft Custom Catamaran for an evening like no other! A scenic trip out the Intracoastal and along Shell Key Preserve provides us ample opportunities for dolphin sightings. Once stopped at Outback Key, feel free to take your drinks ashore, search for that perfect shell, and watch the sun kiss the horizon over the Gulf of Mexico. On our return trip, we’ll stop by the Skyway Bridge for the magnificent $15M light show!Truly a must-see!

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1 · pass by

    Our journey will begin and/or end passing by multi-million dollar waterfront homes. Our guests love taking in these massive estates owned by St. Pete's local millionaires!

  2. Gulfport · pass by

    En Route to Sand Dollar Island, we will pass by St. Petersburg's historic Gulf Port community where many sailboats can be seen mooring off the coast of this waterfront town.

  3. Stop 3 · pass by

    En route to Sand Dollar Island, we will pass under several bridges enjoying their architecture. In, particular, the Pinellas Bayway bridge was recently constructed and has an interesting cathedral like appearance when looking to either side while underneath it

  4. Stop 4 · 45 min

    Just off the coast of Ft. DeSoto's North Beach, we will stop at Sand Dollar Island where guests can disembark directly onto dry sand and enjoy a walk at sunset in search of their favorite shell. Right after sunset, guests will be welcomed back onboard for our dusk lit trip to the Skyway Light Show enjoying the burnt orange sky post sunset.

  5. Sunshine Skyway Bridge · 30 min

    Once stopped at the Skyway Bridge, guests will be able to take in its true beauty back light by a beautiful Florida Sunset. Our crew will share with you some fun facts about this historic St. Petersburg landmark and even take photos for every group on board! Enjoy the daily $15M Skyway Light Show that rivals Cinderalla's Castle!

What's included

  • Bar on Board
  • Restroom on board

Not included

  • Outside Alcohol Not Permitted
  • Coolers not Permitted

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Located at the SkyBeach Resort. We have multiple marinas we operate out of, please reference your confirmation email for the location your reservation will be departing from. All locations are in St. Pete and are no more than ten minutes apart.

Located at the Gulfport Municipal Marina. We have multiple marinas we operate out of, please reference your confirmation email for the location your reservation will be departing from. All locations are in St. Pete and are no more than ten minutes apart.

Located at Slip #3 in Marine Max. Directly Opposite the gate. We have multiple marinas we operate out of, please reference your confirmation email for the location your reservation will be departing from. All locations are in St. Pete and are no more than ten minutes apart.

End point: Located at the SkyBeach Resort. We have multiple marinas we operate out of, please reference your confirmation email for the location your reservation will be departing from. All locations are in St. Pete and are no more than ten minutes apart. ; Located at the Gulfport Municipal Marina. We have multiple marinas we operate out of, please reference your confirmation email for the location your reservation will be departing from. All locations are in St. Pete and are no more than ten minutes apart. ; Located at Slip #3 in Marine Max. Directly Opposite the gate. We have multiple marinas we operate out of, please reference your confirmation email for the location your reservation will be departing from. All locations are in St. Pete and are no more than ten minutes apart.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.9/5

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