StarLite Cruises is a family-owned operation serving locals and visitors in St. Petersburg/Clearwater since 1986, operating Florida's largest daily excursion fleet with a variety of cruises including nature cruises, fine dining yacht cruises, casual tropical party cruises, dolphin tours, luncheon cruises, full day tour group excursions, weddings, corporate events, and private charters on scenic Florida inland waters.

Encounters With Dolphins offers narrated sightseeing tours of Clearwater Harbor, dolphin watching with guaranteed sightings on public tours (not private charters), stops at Compass Island for shelling, swimming, and treasure hunting, and private charters for small groups up to 6 passengers or larger groups on their tour boat for events like family outings, corporate events, birthdays, weddings, and more. Operating from Clearwater Beach Marina with USCG certified captains on a 40-foot inspected excursion boat.

StarLite Cruises offers casual tropical themed cruises on scenic Florida inland waters from locations like Clearwater Beach and Madeira Beach aboard vessels such as the Calypso Queen and Calypso Breeze. Features include live captain narration, optional island-style buffets, complimentary beer, wine, rum punch, and soft drinks with buffet tickets, full bar service, dancing, DJ entertainment, and family-friendly experiences like sightseeing of harbors, bird sanctuaries, and sunsets.

Yacht StarShip is Florida’s largest fleet of dining yachts, featuring three fully air-conditioned luxury yachts including the 180-foot Yacht StarShip with 3 decks, four separate dining rooms, and an elevator servicing all passenger decks. It is America’s first 3-Diamond Rated dining yacht, offering award-winning service and cuisine for private charters, corporate events, meetings, conferences, and holiday parties from 25 to 600 guests, with dockside events up to 1,200 guests.

Sea Screamer offers thrilling dolphin tours and sightseeing cruises aboard stable, diesel-powered 73ft Coast Guard inspected speedboats in Clearwater and Panama City Beach, Florida. Tours feature guaranteed dolphin sightings, narrated harbor tours, celebrity homes, historic sites, and family-friendly adventures with crab trap demonstrations and water activities.

The Tropics Boat Tours offers daily Dolphin Exploration Tours with guaranteed dolphin sightings and Sunset Celebration Cruises in Clearwater Beach on a 126-passenger double-decker catamaran featuring an enclosed shaded area, sun deck, premium bar with snacks, and knowledgeable crew narration. The boat is available for private charters accommodating up to 126 passengers for special events with customizable routes, seasonal pricing, and catering options. It is the only Ocean Friendly certified commercial boat operation in Clearwater, committed to marine environment protection and community donations.

Stella Fishing Company is a family-owned and operated charter business in Clearwater Beach, FL, the longest-running on the beach for over four generations. It operates nearshore, offshore, and deep-water fishing charters from Clearwater Beach Municipal Marina using three boats: The Legend (43-foot Torres sportfish), The Lore (42-foot Post sportfish), and Stella (32-foot Jupiter for specialty trips). Boats accommodate up to 6 passengers, welcome families (minimum age 6), and cater to all experience levels with experienced captains and crew.

Clearwater Yacht Club is one of the oldest yacht clubs in the United States, designated as a 501(c)(7) social and recreational club that encourages yachting, promotes seamanship and navigation proficiency, and provides recreational facilities, dining, and community support for members.

The Salty Mermaid is an exclusive adult-only 40' charter/party beach boat in Clearwater Beach, Florida, offering luxurious private charters, bachelor/bachelorette parties, corporate events, and special occasions. Guests enjoy cruising the Gulf or Clearwater Bay with party vibes, dolphin encounters, premium sound system, curated bar, plush seating, TVs, walk-in restroom, island escapes, swimming, complimentary floats, and customized experiences.