Can you see dolphins in Clearwater Florida?


Can you see dolphins in Clearwater Florida? Come join us on a fun filled, narrated sightseeing tour of Clearwater's harbor. Enjoy a relaxing ride while you learn about our abundant wildlife, and view the area's dolphins in their natural environment.


What city has the most dolphins?

Southern California, USA. The coastline between Santa Barbara and San Diego is home to one of the densest populations of dolphins in the world. Bottlenose dolphins, Risso's dolphins, Pacific white sided dolphins and most abundantly, common dolphins can be sighted here.


Do dolphins come to shore at night?

Wild spinner dolphins feed off-shore at night and return to sheltered bays and coastlines during the day to rest, socialize, tend to their young, and avoid predators.


Can you see sea turtles in Clearwater Florida?

From May 1st through October 31st, Loggerhead Sea turtles successfully nest and hatch along the beaches of St. Petersburg and Clearwater. With over 20 miles of shoreline, our area is prime real estate for turtle nests. Female turtles come ashore in the dark, dig a hole and lay 100 to 150 eggs at a time.


What famous dolphin was at Clearwater?

Winter ( c. October 2005 – November 11, 2021) was a bottlenose dolphin at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium in Clearwater, Florida, United States, and was widely known for having a prosthetic tail.


What beach in Florida has the most dolphins?

Panama City Beach At this popular vacation destination in the north of Florida, you can catch a glimpse of wild dolphins swimming in the warm Gulf of Mexico waters. One of the most popular ways to view wild dolphins is by hiring a jet ski and a guide and heading out to known spots where the dolphins hang out.


How do you spot dolphins on the beach?

Look For Splashes The first thing you should do when dolphin spotting is to scan the horizon for splashes. Keep your eyes open, scanning from left to right, then moving back to the right. Look for something new and check for any disturbances in the water.


When can you see dolphins in Clearwater Florida?

Due to the warm climates and warm waters in the Gulf of Mexico, you can see dolphins in Florida all year round. The best time of day to spot dolphins is from sunrise until mid-morning. They are most active at this time of day as they look for food.


Which dolphin movie was filmed in Clearwater?

Dolphin Tale and Dolphin Tale 2, the movies that told the amazing true stories of Winter & Hope, inspired people all around the globe. And some of the scenes were filmed right here at Clearwater Marine Aquarium!


Can you see whales in Clearwater Florida?

Our most recommended Clearwater Dolphin & whale watching. Lasting for approximately 2 hours, the tour will take you from Clearwater Bay out of Clearwater Pass and on the beautiful emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico.


Can you swim with dolphins near Clearwater Florida?

These places are best for swim with dolphins in Clearwater: Dolphin Encounter. Cruisin Tikis Clearwater The Original Tiki Boat Blue Sky Yachts.


Can you swim in the ocean at Clearwater?

Yes, you can swim at our beaches, year 'round! Most visitors find our Gulf water temperatures quite pleasant, especially if they are coming from colder climates.


How early should I get to Clearwater Beach?

Arrive very early – 7-8 am or earlier – to get the best public parking. I highly recommend staying at a Clearwater Beach hotel with parking or staying at a nearby town and taking the trolley or Clearwater Beach Ferry for lower parking cost and less hassle.