We had such a lovely day trip from Orlando to Clearwater Beach! It was honestly one of the highlights of our holiday. Clearwater Beach was absolutely beautiful, and the Captain Memo Pirate Ship was so much fun and made the day feel really special. I also want to give a big shout-out to our driver, Adam Rubman. He was so friendly, helpful and welcoming throughout the whole day. He made us feel comfortable from the moment we set off, drove really well, and was always happy to help. You could tell he genuinely cared about making sure everyone had a great experience. The whole day was relaxed, enjoyable and really well organised. We came back with some great memories and would definitely do this trip again. A big thank you to Adam for helping make our day so enjoyable! 🏴☠️🌴🌊 Highly recommend!
Clearwater Beach Day Trip from Orlando with Upgrade Options
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At a glance
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Price from
- $100 / person
- Location
- Orlando, United States
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 170 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 50
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Gray Line of Orlando
- Meeting point
- For Universal Resort Guests. Pick-up area is the PACIFICA ballroom lobby located at the rear of the resort on Pacifica Way. Departure time is 07:00am.
Description
Escape the theme parks and let us transport you to the white sands and turquoise waters at Clearwater Beach on the Gulf of Mexico. We have plenty of options for your day on the beach so let us help you plan the perfect day. Whether you want to lie back and just relax all day on the beach, or have us set up your lunch or an afternoon activity, it can be done easily. The Sea Screamer is a 1 hour fast speedboat rides from which you will see the dolphin jumping in the water behind the boat. Fancy a deep sea fishing boat, the Queen Fleet boat provides everything you need for an afternoon out drift fishing. Captain Memo is a pirate ship boat ride, we include drinks and activities for the children - extra fun for the families! Dolphin Encounter is a boat ride into the Gulf of Mexico to spot wild dolphins. Its a gentle paced boat 90-minute trip. For the most free time on the beach choose the Clearwater Beach Bus! Lunch can be included at a beachside restaurant if you choose to.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon and Thu
- Start times
- 8:00 AM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 19
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $100
- Child (ages 3–11)
- $95
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Clearwater Beach
White sand beach, turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico, a marina full of different boat tour options, a pier out into the water..... This is the ultimate day to relax at a beach that has been rated #1 in the United States by many travel websites!
Clearwater Beach Marina
Deep sea fishing is a 4-hour cruise that takes you 10 miles out into the Gulf. Everything you need for an afternoon fishing is included where grouper & snapper are often caught.
Captain Memo is a wonderful family boat ride where you board a pirate ship. Face painting, hats and fun games await you as well as firing the cannons on this high seas adventure.
The Dolphin Encounter boat tour lasts approximately two hours and will take you from Clearwater Bay out Clearwater Pass on the beautiful emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico in search of the Sun Coast’s favorite…the Bottlenose Dolphin. In addition to offering guaranteed dolphin sightings, your Captain will highlight some fascinating facts about the natural wonders our Gulf Coast offers as well as point out celebrity mansions along the way. Fun and games for the smaller family members are also included on this boat!
The Sea Screamer Boat Ride takes guests on a 'wind in your hair' adventure into the Gulf of Mexico where dolphins are often seen jumping in the flume of the boat makes.
What's included
Included
Lots of free time to relax and enjoy the beach
Driver/guide
Pick up and drop off at Disney, Universal, Orlando & Kissimmee area meeting point locations.
Additional activities and boat rides (unless the option is purchased)
Roundtrip transportation from Central Florida to Clearwater Beach
Not included
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Additional activities & boat rides (unless the option is purchased)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
170 reviews
How it compares in Orlando
- Starting price $100 is 16% below the typical $119 for tours of similar length in Orlando
Excurgo comparison of 857 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Bring your beach wear and towels
- If you select a boat ride option, and the boat ride is cancelled for any reason, you will receive a refund of the boat tour optional price.
- We note this is note wheelchair accessible as not all the boats are accessible.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Clearwater Beach Day Trip from Orlando with Upgrade Options take?
Clearwater Beach Day Trip from Orlando with Upgrade Options lasts about 12 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Clearwater Beach Day Trip from Orlando with Upgrade Options cost?
Prices start at $100 per person for this Orlando experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Clearwater Beach Day Trip from Orlando with Upgrade Options run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays and Thursdays, starting at 8:00 AM.
How much does Clearwater Beach Day Trip from Orlando with Upgrade Options cost for children?
Children aged 3–11 pay from $95, adults from $100. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Clearwater Beach Day Trip from Orlando with Upgrade Options for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is For Universal Resort Guests. Pick-up area is the PACIFICA ballroom lobby located at the rear of the resort on Pacifica Way. Departure time is 07:00am. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Clearwater Beach Day Trip from Orlando with Upgrade Options offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 50 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
We note this is note wheelchair accessible as not all the boats are accessible.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(170)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
S
Clearwater Beach & Pirate Ship
J
Great trip
Our driver was super friendly, shared interesting information about the area, and drives safely. We had a wonderful time and would definitely recommend this excursion.
3
Adam and the trip to Clearwater!
Adam was really enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the trip, giving some excellent trivia and recommendations. He is very passionate about his job!
2
Clearwater
Clearwater Beach was an unforgettable experience! Mauricio Sanchez made our day so friendly and engaging. The blue waters and white sands truly are riveting. Highly recommend this beautiful escape!
C
Clearwater
The trip to Clearwater was amazing and all round definitely worth the trip
P
Recommend
Yesterday, I visited Clearwater, Florida, and Adam was my driver. He was friendly, funny, talkative, and made the entire journey so enjoyable. He knew the area incredibly well and shared many interesting stories along the way. He was not only a fantastic driver but also the best tour guide I have ever had. I highly recommend Adam. Thank you for making my day in Clearwater unforgettable!
W
Amazing day trip
We had a lovely day trip Adam was very informative as well as knowledgeable giving us fun facts about the visit. Was a very lovely day.
Operator response
We truly appreciate your kind words! It’s fantastic to know that you enjoyed your day trip and learned fun facts from Adam. Looking forward to seeing you again on your next adventure!
O
Great Guide
Our driver and guide, Adam, has more energy than a Duracell battery. He was awesome and hilarious. Great character and made the trip that much more enjoyable. Cheers from Wales!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Adam made your Clearwater Beach Day so enjoyable with his energy and humor. Cheers back from sunny Orlando!
E
A fab day out!!
We had a wonderful day trip to Clearwater Beach with Grayline Orlando, our guide Gary was fab and even arranged for us to be dropped off at our hotel directly! Thank you for a great day!!
K
Orlando day trip
Lovely day out. Kevin did an amazing job, very informative and knew so much about Orlando and the surrounding area. Very polite and helpful.
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