CLEARWATER BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Champagne-Speed Spectating: Offshore Powerboat Races from the StarLite Majesty
A Sunday spectator cruise aboard the luxuriously appointed StarLite Majesty that pairs close-up viewing of Offshore Powerboat Races through Clearwater Pass with on-board continental breakfast and a lavish lunch buffet—this guide clarifies the route, dining, and practical logistics.
Champagne-Speed Spectating: Offshore Powerboat Races from the StarLite Majesty.
Settle into the plush confines of the StarLite Majesty and cut a course through Clearwater Pass into the Gulf of Mexico, positioning yourself just north of Pier 60 for front-row viewing of the Offshore Powerboat Races. The outing balances the high-adrenaline spectacle of high-speed powerboats with refined, table-served dining: continental breakfast during the outbound run and a generous lunch buffet during the mid-cruise break.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Close-up race viewing on the water
The yacht steams through Clearwater Pass and out into the Gulf just north of Pier 60 to put passengers close to the Offshore Powerboat Races for an unobstructed view from the water.
Breakfast and lunch served aboard
Passengers enjoy a continental breakfast during the cruise out before the first race, and a lavish lunch buffet during the break between the first and second race.
Luxurious dining yacht with reserved seating
The Starlite Majesty is a dining yacht with reserved seating at shared tables, combining a comfortable, upscale environment with race-day viewing.
What the day feels like
What the cruise feels like
The flow is deliberate: board at Clearwater Beach Marina, glide past the cut of Clearwater Pass as the crew serves a continental breakfast, then position offshore north of Pier 60 for the first round of races. Between heats the yacht opens the buffet for a leisurely lunch while remaining on station, with reserved seating at shared tables keeping the experience communal and comfortable before the return transit.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise works for—and who should take caution.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The outing runs approximately eight hours from boarding through return.
Boarding is at the Clearwater Beach Marina, 25 Causeway Blvd., Slip #152.
A continental breakfast is served during the cruise out; a lunch buffet is provided during the mid-cruise break between races.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the cruise?
The cruise has a duration of approximately 8 hours.
Where do I meet the boat?
Passengers board at Clearwater Beach Marina, 25 Causeway Blvd., Slip #152.
Are meals included?
Yes. A continental breakfast is served during the outbound cruise and a lunch buffet is offered during the break between races.
Will I get good views of the races?
The yacht positions itself in the Gulf of Mexico just north of Pier 60 to provide close-up viewing of the Offshore Powerboat Races from the water.
Is the vessel accessible for guests with mobility issues?
Some areas of the vessel are only accessible by stairs; passengers with mobility concerns should verify accessibility with the operator before booking.
How is seating arranged?
Each party has reserved seating at shared tables aboard the dining yacht.