Private Sunset Cruise St. Petersburg

Watch the Gulf Coast sky turn gold and then crimson from the flybridge of a 52ft Marquis. A private sunset cruise on Tampa Bay, with the whole boat to your group.

Private sunset cruise aboard a luxury yacht departing St. Petersburg FL

Florida's Best Sunsets, From the Water

The Gulf Coast is famous for the best sunsets in Florida, and a private yacht is the best place to sit through one. As the sun drops toward the horizon the sky goes gold, then orange, then pink, and all of it comes back off the flat water of Tampa Bay.

Our 52ft Marquis Flybridge has three viewing decks. Take the flybridge for the full 360-degree view, the aft deck with a drink in hand, or the climate-controlled salon behind floor-to-ceiling windows. Premium stereo throughout, up to 13 guests, and nobody aboard you did not invite.

Gulf Coast Golden Hour

Florida's west coast faces the sunset directly, with no buildings or trees in the way. The Gulf produces sunsets rated among the best in the country.

3 Viewing Decks

Flybridge with 360-degree views, spacious aft deck, and a climate-controlled salon. Every seat on the yacht is a front-row seat to the sunset.

Premium High-Quality Stereo

Premium stereo on every deck. Bring your own playlist or let the crew pick the music.

Up to 13 Guests

Intimate enough for two, spacious enough for thirteen. Over 1,200 sq ft of cabin and 800+ sq ft of deck space to spread out and enjoy.

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Where the Sunset Takes You

Every sunset cruise is planned around your group. These are the three stops that come up most.

Sunset cruise past Pass-a-Grille beach near St. Petersburg FL
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Pass-a-Grille at Golden Hour

Cruise past the historic Pass-a-Grille shoreline as the sun sinks toward the Gulf. The barrier island at the southern tip of St. Pete Beach has some of the best sunset views on the coast.

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Luxury yacht near Skyway Bridge during sunset cruise Tampa Bay
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Skyway Bridge Views

The Sunshine Skyway Bridge is one of Florida's best-known landmarks and it is at its best at sunset. Watch the cables glow gold against the evening sky while you cruise the lower bay with the boat to yourselves.

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Yacht anchored near Shell Key during golden hour sunset cruise
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Shell Key at Golden Hour

Anchor near Shell Key Preserve and watch the sky change from there. The barrier island has clear shallows and nothing built on it, which leaves a clean horizon at sunset.

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52ft Marquis Flybridge yacht illuminated at twilight after sunset cruise
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Marquis Flybridge

Your Sunset, Your Occasion

A private sunset cruise on Tampa Bay is about as romantic as the Gulf Coast gets. Milestone or ordinary Tuesday, the 52ft Marquis Flybridge is a good place to spend the evening.

Two people or thirteen, the three-deck layout gives everyone somewhere to sit while the light goes down over the Gulf.

Couples & Date Nights

A private yacht at sunset is hard to beat for a date night. Uninterrupted time together, golden light over Tampa Bay, and no other table within earshot.

Proposals & Anniversaries

Pop the question or celebrate your years together with a sunset as your backdrop. We'll help you coordinate the details to make the moment perfect.

Small Group Celebrations

Birthdays, promotions, reunions or no reason at all. Bring up to 13 people for a sunset on the water, with premium stereo and room to spread out.

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Clear & Transparent Pricing

No surprises. Every rate below is all-inclusive and timed to golden hour.

By the Hour
$500/hr
Mon-Thu · all-inclusive · 4-hour minimum
✓ 4-hour minimum booking
✓ Custom sunset route
✓ Professional captain & crew
✓ Premium high-quality stereo & Starlink WiFi
✓ Up to 13 guests
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Sunset + Evening
$3,000+
Extended 5+ hr cruise · sunset into twilight
City lights on the water
✓ Golden hour & twilight
✓ City lights on the return
✓ Full vessel access
✓ Professional crew included
✓ Ideal for proposals & anniversaries
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Departure timed to catch golden hour. For anything custom, call to discuss.

What Our Guests Say

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"I spent New Year's Eve and a birthday on this yacht, and I can say it's an absolutely unforgettable experience. This yacht is wonderful: spacious, fully equipped kitchen, comfortable bow to relax with friends. Such a smooth ride. I will definitely be using it again!"
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Victoria Hendzel
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"We had an amazing time on the yacht! The hospitality was outstanding. The crew went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. Truly a memorable experience!"
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Anna Nguyen
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"It was a group of 12 girls. We had an absolute blast. The boat is really spacious. The captain and crew were very accommodating and attentive. Very clean and up to date. I highly recommend their services."
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Krystal Evans
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Sunset Cruise FAQ

How Long Is a Sunset Cruise in St. Petersburg Florida?

Sunset cruises with Yacht Away Now typically run 4 to 5 hours, departing in the late afternoon to catch golden hour on Tampa Bay. The 5-hour weekend package departs at 2:30pm and returns by 7:30pm.

How Much Does a Private Sunset Cruise Cost in St. Petersburg?

Sunset cruises are all-inclusive with captain, crew, and fuel: $2,400 for 4 hours or $3,000 for 5 hours on weekends (Fri-Sun), and $500 per hour on weekdays with a 4-hour minimum.

What Is the Best Sunset Cruise in Tampa Bay?

Yacht Away Now is rated 5.0 stars across 133 Google reviews and offers private sunset cruises on a 52ft Marquis Flybridge with three viewing decks. The route passes Pass-a-Grille, the Skyway Bridge, and Shell Key.