Frequently Asked Questions

Each tour is a little different.

Dolphin Eco-Tours: 

• 1-2 bottles of water per person as staying hydrated is critical to having a great time out on the water.
• Bring your towel, sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses with a retaining strap.
• Don’t forget to capture your adventure with cameras, GoPro, and cell phones.
• Remember you are on a boat and may get wet.
• In the spring and fall, a light jacket is recommended.
• Bring anything you would like to eat or drink. Adult beverages are fine.

Egmont Key Tour:

• 3 to 4 bottles of water per person as staying hydrated is critical to having a great time out on the water.
• Bring sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses with a retaining strap.
• Wear shoes that you do not mind getting sandy as you will be able to walk on the beach.
• A bag to carry shells and beach finds.
• Don’t forget to capture your adventure with cameras, GoPro, and cell phones.
• Remember you are on a boat and may get wet.
• In the spring and fall, a light jacket is recommended.
• Bring anything you would like to eat or drink. Adult beverages are fine.

Sweet Sunsets & Dolphin Tours implements a 48-hour cancellation policy. If you cancel more than 48 hours in advance, there will be no cancellation fee and you will be completely refunded.

The dolphins in our area are wild, and their behavior is often unpredictable. While we are fortunate to have a large, year-round population of dolphins on Anna Maria Island, we are unable to guarantee that they will be seen on absolutely every trip. However, it is a rare exception that we do not see them.

Sarasota Bay’s bottlenose dolphins are active in our local waters throughout the day, regardless of time or tide.

All of our tours have limited availability. Reservations should be made as soon as you are certain of the tour and dates you are interested in. Reservations are accepted up to 6 months in advance.

If the weather will make a tour unsafe or not enjoyable (heavy rain or very high winds), we may decide not to go. The weather on Anna Maria Island can change quickly. We usually make decisions about possible inclement weather one hour prior to the scheduled departure time but will do our best to give you as much notice as possible.

Yes! All of our tours are private and customizable. We want you to have the best possible experience while you are with us. If you don’t see what you are looking for, send us a message.

Yes. We go out rain or shine however we will postpone or cancel a trip if the conditions are unsafe – such as lightning or very high winds. If our captain decides to cancel you will be fully refunded.

Yes, as long as you do not litter. We suggest that you bring a small-medium size soft sided cooler with ice. Bring anything you would like to eat or drink. Adult beverages are fine.

The Coast Guard limits private tours to six passengers unless you rent a boat and hire the captain separately.  If you have a larger group or just want more elbow room, let us know.  We have larger boats in our network and may be able to accommodate your group.