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Sunset Ride Private Dolphin Charters

18400 San Carlos Blvd., Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931
239-839-2109
Ranked #1 of 26 tours in Fort Myers Beach
5.0 of 5 stars 165 Reviews
Type: Boat Tours
Owner description: BETTER THAN DISNEY!!! We had the best day of our vacation! The boat was lovely, Captain Steve and Terresa were so gracious, and we got to see dolphins...... more » Owner description: BETTER THAN DISNEY!!! We had the best day of our vacation! The boat was lovely, Captain Steve and Terresa were so gracious, and we got to see dolphins swimming, twirling, and leaping right along side of us. I thought they were going to jump into the boat with us! It's an amazing day of sun, dolphins, manatees, collecting seashells, taking in nature, and relaxing. The dolphin guarantee was comforting and I would definitely do it again! « less
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advntr-fmly
Rochester, New York
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Thank you!!!! Mom, dad, grandma and two girls ages 8 and 11 had the ride and shelling experience of their lives! If Steve is your captain, you won't be dissappointed!!! He is also very knowledgeable regarding the area's history, sealife, shells, fishing, etc. An amazing smooth ride, even for our little one who does not do well with motion. Great... More

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PellegrinaIsrael
Israel
Senior Contributor
22 reviews
16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 December 2011
3
people found this review helpful

This was simply an incredible experience. Teresa and Steve were very nice and friendly, the boat was comfortable, fast, fastidiously clean, and- important for those who tend toward seasickness- a catamaran, so it was also swift and stable. The whole experience was beautiful and eminently worthwhile. We went out into Estero Bay to try to find some dolphins with whom... More

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GloryP_11
Centennial, Colorado
Reviewer
4 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 October 2011
3
people found this review helpful

We enjoyed our second sunset cruise with this company and will continue to use them in the future. Very knowledgeable with an obvious love of the area, nice use of humor, good atmosphere. Delightful! Thank you. More

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Kendra M
Silver City, New Mexico
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 October 2011
1
person found this review helpful

The four-hour tour was amazing. Multiple sightings of dolphin pods, manatees, and Audubon-worthy bird sightings. Dolphins rode the boat’s bow and wake, even sprayed us with the water from their blowholes! Captain Steve and Teressa knew the region’s history, flora, and fauna to the extent I can tell the birds and palm trees apart. They gave great recommendations for everything... More

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AlyNicholson
Joliet, Illinois
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 August 2011
2
people found this review helpful

If there would have been availability I would have gone twice! Capt Steve and First mate Teresa were awesome! There was several times that we had dolphin's "surfing" behind the boat! It was great that we had the option to go wherever we wanted. I loved the private beach that we were able to find shells. Also, the boat has... More

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hpaape
Crown Point, Indiana
2 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 August 2011
2
people found this review helpful

We have been visiting Fort Myers Beach for over 14 years and decided to do something different this year. Booking a four hour charter with Sunset was the best decision we could have made! We have two daughters (2 and 4) and they loved the experience as much as we did. Captian Steve and First Mate Teresa are incredible and... More

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stevefisher11
Winchester, United Kingdom
2 reviews
5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 August 2011
2
people found this review helpful

Went on the 4 hour dolphin and shelling tour and had a fantastic time. We saw plenty of dolphins, manatees and other wildlife. Shelling was great far better than Sanibel. Captain Steve and Teresa were both great very enthusiastic and knowledgeable and great at explaining the wildlife and environment to the children. If you do anything in Fort Myers do... More

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CaptainHatty, Owner at Sunset Ride Private Dolphin Charters, responded to this review
4 August 2011

Thanks for the great review all the way from Winchester, United Kingdom! Captain Steve and First Mate Terresa said they had a wonderful time spending the morning with your family - Mark More

Bunyiplib
Thame, United Kingdom
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 August 2011

This was the best boat trip we have ever been on. We saw loads of dolphins who danced in the wake for ages, loads of opportunities to take video/stills. We also saw manatees. Fantastic shelling on a beach on accessible by boat, we have so many treasures to take home. Lovely boat, make sure you try out the Crows Nest!... More

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CaptainHatty, Manager at Sunset Ride Private Dolphin Charters, responded to this review
2 August 2011

Oh my goodness! We are so happy to have made your 30th anniversary one that you will never forget with dolphins, manatees and those beautiful sea-shells. Thank you for the wonderful testimonial on Tripadvisor - Terresa More

MikeCincy44
Cincinnati, Ohio
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 July 2011

My family and I (2 sons: 10 and 13) went on an all day activity cruise (dolphin, sightseeing, shelling, swimming, bird watching, stop for lunch at Cabbage Key). This was our 2nd time with Sunset Ride - we went on a 1/2 day cruise about 3 years ago. This is not just a boat ride where you ride around looking... More

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yvettekent
farmington
2 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 July 2011
1
person found this review helpful

This is the second time we've had the pleasure of spending a day w/ the Sunset crew. The charter continues to be the highlight of our vacation(s) even the second time!!! Don't put off taking this charter - you will not be disappointed!! Thanks for the memories - again!! See you next year. Yvette - MN More

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CaptainHatty, Owner at Sunset Ride Private Dolphin Charters, responded to this review
28 July 2011

Thanks for chartering with us yet again! We love getting to know you better each year. Have a great Minnesota winter!!! - Captain Mark More

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