My husband and I took our two kids (3 & 7) on the pirate cruise and it was truly an experience. This wasn't our first rodeo- we two boys and one might say we are connoisseurs of the pirate ship experience. I can say with honesty that this was by far the best one we've done. Usually when we do these, there are tons of people and barely room to move around. I find myself hoarse afterwards yelling for my child to stay close trying to sift through all the people. There were maybe 4 other families on the boat and there was plenty of space to move around. The activities they did with the kids were awesome, including a water gun fight, sword fight, story and face painting. We even saw dolphins during our cruise. My oldest son said it was his favorite pirate cruise yet. The crew was truly excellent and we are so grateful we lucked out and had them make our experience so special. read more

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What an amazing Dolphin Cruise! Rik and Kristen were AMAZING! We saw so many dolphins and they gave us so much interesting information about the individual dolphins as well as dolphins in general! We will definitely be back!!! read more

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Great crew (Colin and Grace were awesome) and an even better experience! We wish we had done this sooner! Will definitely do it again! We got to see lots of dolphins and a beautiful sunset. read more

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What a fun adventure! We booked this last minute adventure out of John's pass before heading home. You set sail on an hour and a half long voyage through the inlet, down past treasure island and turning around before mid st Pete. While on board they have a pirate bar with free beer, wine, lemonade, soda and water. A number of cocktails and other beverages for purchase. They also have a few snacks available (Doritos, cookies, sun chips). We brought our bag with bottled water and snacks. Definitely sunglasses, hats and sunscreen! There is a small shade covering and little seating area in the make that covered but majority of the voyage is sunny. And trust me, you want the views! The pirates Matt, Dawson and Jake were great! They played the part and were awesome with the children. They did a pirate story time, dance party, limbo, water gun fight, face paint and plenty of views. The kids loved it. If you're looking for an adventure for the family, check this one out! read more

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Our children LOVED this!!!! They had drinks like water, beer, wine, lemonade and soft drinks included. They do have cheap shots if fireball available as well. The crew, Rik, Dawson and Tracy did a FANTASTIC job! They kept the kids VERY entertained, which gave parents a little break as well. They had fun stories for the kids and squirt guns (yes, they may get a little wet, but it SO worth it!). We also saw some dolphins and it was BEAUTIFUL! We would hands down RECOMMEND THIS to others especially with kids! read more

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Our 2 year old had so much fun being a pirate tonight on the Royal Conquest Pirate Ship! Staff was wonderful with kids. Highly recommend! read more

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I'm going to admit, I wasn't crazy about spending an evening on a pirate ship, but my kids really wanted to, and I was told there would be free drinks, so I was persuaded! I quickly realized it was the right choice and well worth the price of admission. All of the staff we encountered on our cruise were friendly, from the gift shop to disembarking. Once onboard the ship, the drinks started flowing (some beers and wine were free, others available for an extra fee) and the activities for kids began. Older adults and those without children quickly headed to the top deck to avoid being bystanders. I really appreciated the kids activities, which served as built-in babysitting while my husband and I enjoyed the views. The hosts (pirates) were not hokey, but instead quick-witted and funny as hell, and mostly appropriate when the kids were around (or at least their jokes went over their heads). The ship was a comfortable 90 minute ride through the neighboring bay and we arrived back right on time for our 7PM dinner reservation. After arriving back on shore, we purchased our commemorative photo (only $20 with frame) so that we could always remember our fun fall break. Needless to say, we had a great time and I would recommend it to anyone. read more

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Our friends invited us on the Pirate ship cruise, they have been lots of times and said our kids would love it. Our kids did love it! They have gun fights, stories, give the kids tattoos, games and lots of other fun things to keep them occupied for the cruise. The adults can sit back and watch the kids have fun and enjoy a beverage. Beer, wine, pop and water are included in the price of the tickets. I believe premium drinks are $4. The cruise takes you in the bay. Its a decent view of all the houses and such. If your lucky you can see some dolphins! Now on the the staff, they were excellent! Thw two pirates kept the kids occupied and the captain was nice and knowledgeable about the area. When you arrive back to John's pass they have the family photos that you can purchase in a frame for $25. We loved that! Also check out their cute store, they have some neat items in there. Overall, it was a good experience and a beautiful day! read more

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Amazing!! My son loved it. Activities for the kids the whole ride, and activities for the adults too while the kids were busy ;) Loved it!!! 10/10 recommend. read more

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Mike and Kiersten were great captains taking us aboard the shark ship and we saw plenty of dolphins! read more

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Mike, Jaime, and Jay were very entertaining and good with the kids. Emma enjoyed her birthday pirate adventure. Thank you! read more

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I booked this for the kids thinking it was going to be hokey and lame but it was actually some of the most fun we had on our trip to Madeira Beach. It was entertaining for adults and the kids and never got boring. The included buds made the voyage all the more lively and the dudes leading the entertainment (Justin and the other guy that was more polite and nicer to the kids lol) did an awesome job making sure everybody had a blast. The cruise has little built in breaks where they take all the kids to a different part of the ship for story time or to load up their squirt guns and parents actually have a few minutes to enjoy themselves. Peg Leg Pete, himself, may even make an appearance! I wouldn't hesitate at all to recommend this to anyone, even without kiddos. Check the local flyers around town for a coupon be sure to give the guys a tip. The voyage includes face painting, pirate hats, a certificate, and some beverages. read more

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First time on a Pirate ship. Staff was extra friendly and funny. My entire family would do this again read more

Had a great time on this sunset cruise! Our group of four were on a girls weekend trip and decided to do this cruise. So glad we did! Started with a squirt gun battle which was fun for all (no we didn't get soaked or anything). Group pic when we boarded which you can purchase at the end if you'd like. Free beer, wine and soda on board and other options available for purchase. I thought they did a great job of entertaining the kids on board too. Staff was friendly and really made it fun. Saw some dolphins, a beautiful sunset, cannon blast, limbo and some fun dancing too. What a great time! read more

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Dawson, Mike and Captain Rick were great fun!! My 9 year old daughter loved her pirate adventure. We didn't personally care for the drinking but aside from that, no complaints. read more

FUN FUN FUN! Would highly recommend the 4th of July sailing. Our 6 year old had a blast!

We decided to do the 1:30 pm cruise because we were afraid later sailing times would get rained out, as it had rained every afternoon all week. It was a nice ride, but full of little kids, which was fine, but we think later ride times might be more adult fun. :) The crew were great. Saw a few dolphins. The water was gorgeous. The water route was ok, did a few circles. My 19 year old says this is not a ride for 13-20 year olds lol. The rest of us enjoyed the ride. read more

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Fantastic pirate experience! We booked the 2pm cruise and were 3 adults and 2 kids...they did an amazing job accommodating the difference in age groups. It was a little choppy in the gulf, so the captain made the decision to stay in the bay and it was beautiful. We saw dolphins and birds, great views of the gorgeous houses along the water way and all the people passing us in their boats waved hello. From start to finish the crew was completely engaging and kept the little ones busy with pirate stories and water gun fights. (the adults got in on the fun too). Bar opened up as soon as we boarded the ship (free bud and bud light, white and red wine) sodas too. We had a great time! read more

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Cruise did not disappoint! I don't have small children but was very impressed by the crew's interaction with all of the children on board. The free drinks were good. Full bar on board that you could order different drinks from (you pay for those). Dolphins were spotted multiple times. Great music! Parents were all dancing and having a good time as well. Great time had by all. read more

This was so cute! I mean it was definitely for kids... and parents to escape their kids- I mean watch their kids do cute stuff. It was not what I expected but I would definitely come back with my own kids but I didn't mind being the only couple there without kids. I had a ridiculous amount of fun watching the kids. They had face painting, story time with an interactive opportunity if you wanted, a water gun fight, a picture, limbo, and free beer/wine throughout the trip for adults. They are also very cool about changing plans and needing to cancel- which we did when plans changed then we ended up buying tickets again last minute when plans changed again. Bear in mind, if you call, they also run the Dolphin Tours, which confused the hell out of us and freaked us out until we found out they did both. You can also text them, which was convenient. read more

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they need to charge half the price and call it a 1.5 hour boat ride. I am sure there are real estate agents that can give a better tour.

What a fun trip for both adults and kids. The staff was friendly and very fun. My daughter loved the pirate ship. Get ready to be wet! There's a lot of water gun fights while on board. Free bar for adults while sailing. Great bang for the buck attraction. read more

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This was my husbands idea and I wasn't sure what to expect. It definitely exceeded my expectations and became the most memorable event on our trip. My 4 year old son was beside himself when he was handed a toy gun and paper pirate hat. Once we headed out Pirates Megladon Mike and Keyhole did an exceptional job at entertaining all the kids. They told stories, had a water gun fight, dance party, limbo, and pirate face painting. I had a few beers and enjoyed the views while my son lived out his dream of attacking people with water guns. The guys were great with the kids and we all had a very enjoyable time!! I usually get nauseous but I didn't for this ride. Even with the drinking and using the bathroom which I usually avoid for good measure. read more

Not worth the money save it and find something else to do! Crew was great ! The boat just cruises very slow around the bay in circles ! Not a fun adventure ! read more

It would be extremely helpful if your Staff could let you know this isn't a part of the dolphin tour. We asked if you had a boat full of screaming kids... We were told no...lie it's a floating playground. Free bud light and warm wine...to see houses you can see from the docks No dolphins at all..ruined my last day here. Staff was unapologetically rude and liers. 0/1000 wouldn't recommend for anyone without a 4yr old read more

Amazing how the kids are offered a unique experience. Overall well done ! Voyage prefect amount of time at sea (harbor cruise), with plenty of adult beverages and soft drinks for the kids. Warning this is not a couple event during the Matinee trip, unless you love child and can flow with the flow. read more

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My 3 and a half year old had a fabulous time. It was very well planned out and my husband loved the free beer.

This was a good time and the captain and first mate were pleasant as they gave the tour Definitely would recommend to see some dolphins and tour the area in a relaxing and informative way by boat read more

We had a BLAST on the Royal Conquest yesterday!! We had 25 people in our group and everyone of us left with big smiles!! The crew was amazing and we look forward to our next adventure with Royal Conquest! We HIGHLY recommend!! read more

I have a 7 year old son. And he had a blast. The crew handled the kids perfectly and I got to relax and watch him have fun. They were very organized and on point keeping the kids entertained the entire time. They offer beer and snacks. Soda and water is free. Bring cash. They don't except cards on the boat. They deserve the tips! And the tips are split three ways for the crew. So be generous. They deserve every dollar. It is reasonably priced and tons of fun! Great views. Even saw a dolphin! You can buy a family photo after the trip for 10$ and buy copies. I spent 10$ for parking. Paid for the trip and spent about 10$ on a couple beers. It's 1$ for a bag of chips. They did a squirt gun war and learned about pirates and maps. And the crew even picked on my kid and made him chase him around the boat. Lol it was very fun. Well worth every dollar spent. read more

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Would 6 stars this if I could! The crew of the Royal Conquest are so engaging, witty, and committed to an awesome experience for the kids and grown-ups alike that I would call this a must do for a vacation in the Tampa area. Our kids ranked this as one of their highlights of the trip and I would agree. I don't want to spoil too much, but the story telling, games, jokes, and dock-to-dock 90 minute journey is well worth the price. The Royal Conquest pirate cruise is downright a destination experience. read more

Great fun for parents with 5-10 year old kids. Make reservations early - when we were there there were several groups of walk-ins that were turned away. The boat cruises out and tools around in the bay while kids are engaged in a few different activities. A few notes - 1) The kids are all given squirtguns and have a big water fight. Even if you're trying to stay dry, you'll probably get wet if you're on the lower deck. And since the top deck only seats like 6, you'll most likely be on the lower deck. Be prepared. 2) Kids get sat down for a story, and some more water fighting. There's also face painting and a treasure hunt. As before - your 5-10 year old will love it, although it might be a little too kiddie for older kids. 3) FREE BEER AND WINE (with a couple caveats). Bud, Bud Light, and a couple basic wine options are all free, with a few other choices for $5. Still though, bring lots of singles; it's good form to tip a dollar per drink, even the free ones. 4) The crew is flat out amazing with the kids. They kept everyone engaged, asked questions, remembered names, and did everything to make a birthday special for little pirate. This is a fantastic experience for the kids, and a good place to get your drink on if you are in charge of little ones and at John's Pass. I couldn't recommend this more to anyone with kids that age. read more

From start to finish the crew was completely engaging and kept the kids busy with pirate stories and water gun fights, the adults got in on the fun too. Bar opened up as soon as we boarded the ship with free beer, white and red wine and sodas. We had a great time!My kids had a blast. Great for kids. Amazing crew. Superrrr.!! Thank you read more

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Everyone had so much fun on this boat, kids and adults. How could we not? Kids were entertained the entire two hours while adults enjoyed a boat ride on the beautiful bay with unlimited beer, wine, and soda! The entertaining pirates take the kids in the back for the majority of the time for storytelling and whatever else they do to keep them entertained, but watch out, they will come charging with water pistols. One little punk shot me in the eye. It was all done in fun though. If you have an aversion to water being shot at you by a dozen little kids, I suggest you go to the upper deck where children aren't permitted. Smoking is also not permitted on the entire boat, which I read was a hindrance for some previous 1 star reviewers, but they should be happy to know they can return to a smoke-free ride. No one abused the unlimited beverages, and I don't recommend it considering the bathroom shut down towards the end of the trip. The boat is clean though, and the staff was great. The pirate seemed genuine in his interactions with the children and played his role well while still engaged with the adults. We all walked off happy and would recommend this to anyone wanting a fun event for the kids and a relaxing ride for the parents. Make sure to call ahead for reservations. They sell out weeks in advance some days. read more

If you have kids 10 and under, this is a must! This attraction is NOT geared towards adults and anyone reading the description on their website and brochure can see this. The ship stays in the Bay, which is also very clearly stated on the website and brochures. However, if you are vacationing with young children, this attraction is most certainly worth the money! We had 4 kids, 3 of whom were under 10. The oldest is 17 - and YES, even he had fun! Some of the sillier adults got involved in activities, such as the water pistol fight, which just added to the fun for the kids. As a parent, the joy in the childrens' experience was what made it worthwhile for me and my husband. Plus, the photo opportunities!! They were priceless. The crew was upbeat and fantastic, something I find amazing since they do this 3 times a day everyday. They got things going with the kids, and drew them out of their shells. One of our kids is autistic, and they were amazing with him. The kids loved having their own pistols, and racing around having water gun fights with others on board. Adults who did not want to get wet stayed on the upper deck and watched from there. There were stories, and an "attack" from Peg Legged Pete, who was no match for the young pirates! A treasure hunt, where even the youngest child could find golden coins, took place and the kids were able to trade their coins in for pirate booty from a treasure chest. The kids really enjoyed the limbo and dancing - and it was a blast to watch as well! Dolphin sighting is not the main attraction, but it is common to spot them and the crew will announce over a speaker when dolphins make an appearance so everyone can enjoy them playing in the wake. If you are an adult couple wanting something more grownup, this is not for you. If you have mainly teenagers in your family, it is probably not for you. If you have kids under 10, this is a great attraction worth every penny for the two hours spent on the water. The kids will definitely enjoy it! Ours did!! read more

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We took our 3 kids (12,7, and 3) and had an amazing time! The pirates occupy the kids for the majority of the 2 hour trip allowing you to enjoy the open air and the included beverages. Warning though- you will get wet, not a little wet, very wet from the junior pirates water gun fight so if you are stuffy and get uptight about such things- this is not for you. read more

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I think I had just as much fun as my son who was 6 at the time. The pirates did an amazing job entertaining old and young alike. The drinks were typical booze cruise types-nothing to get overly excited about. My son and I can't wait to do this again. read more

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As two adults that went without children, it was a pretty good time. Good music, good vibes. It's more of a chill and look at the pretty houses ride, but it's still something cool to do. read more

All the reviews, notes, and comments are true. My son (with a disability) and I went to this excursion this weekend. I am leaving this review for all those who have elderly grandparents that they want to come aboard, and for those kids with disabilities/ sensory issues. This event should have cautionary warnings that they.... 1) like to over book, so there isn't about places to sit for everyone 2) encourage the kids to walk around, run around the ship...not great if you have seniors and kids with handicap concerns 3) the crew treat you/ and your kids like pirates (not always polite, pushing and shoving) It was 2 hrs long... of going at a snails pace and they didn't even bring the sail down once for the kids to see the majestic sails. I really felt this was a money pit from asking for tips 10x on the trip, to the pictures being sold and the overpriced gift shop. I am a tourist but this event was a fail. I would not recommend this event at all. read more

Awesome experience for the kids! Great jokes and drinks for the adults! Worth the price