🌅 Sunset-ready
Sunset mini boat rides in Clearwater, FL
Golden hour, captain's seat.
Clearwater sunsets are famous for a reason. Watch one from the captain's seat of a two-seat mini boat, with your favorite person beside you and the sky doing the rest.
Today's sunset at Clearwater Beach (Pier 60): 5:44 PM.
Plan your ride around the sunset
Sunset rides are all about timing. The sun sets at a different time every day, so start by checking the Clearwater Beach sunset time for your date. Our guide shows today's sunset and the next seven days, calculated for Clearwater Beach near Pier 60.
When you request your escape, pick your date and tell us in the notes that you're after a sunset ride. We reach out to confirm your date, crew size and launch point, so we can talk timing then.
Why a mini boat suits golden hour
A two-seat mini boat is a front-row seat. You sit side by side with nothing between you and the horizon, you control the pace with the throttle, and the 30 hp engine means you can cruise slow and soak it in. The light gets warmer and the camera roll fills up fast.
It's a natural fit for a couples boat rental, and a sunset convoy is a great finale for a group outing.
What to bring for a sunset ride
- A photo ID for the driver (18+), plus a boater card or FWC temporary certificate if they were born on or after January 1, 1988
- Sunglasses: the sun is low and bright right before it sets
- A light layer for after the sun goes down
- A towel and water
- A charged phone for photos (and a strap or case you trust)
Life vests are provided, and every ride starts with a walkthrough of the controls and safety basics.