SpaceX Starship Flight 12 Launch
Join Star Fleet for the first-ever flight of the new Starship and Super Heavy Version 3, and the first launch from the brand new Pad 2! The currently targeted launch date for Starship Flight 12 is No Earlier Than Friday May 22 at 5:30 PM CDT (22:30 UTC) for the mission, and we'll be out there to view it!
Our planned Starship launch viewing location at the mouth of the South Bay, approximately 4 miles / 7 km from the launch site with a direct line of sight across the water, provides some of the closest and clearest views of the pad, rocket, liftoff and booster landing available to the public. Unlike the location where most other vessels anchor, this offers a closer and clearer sightline, and has calmer, less busy waters without the need to constantly jockey for position.
LATEST LAUNCH UPDATE: As of Friday May 22, SpaceX is confirmed to be proceeding toward launch, with the road and beach closed, the tank farm spooling up and the weather 85% GO. Conditions for launch and viewing look excellent, with clear to mostly clear skies, a brisk breeze and no rain expected. Our boats are SOLD OUT; however, we can refer you to another vessel if you call 941-879-4240. As always, keep an eye here, on our social media or our WhatsApp community for the latest updates!
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SpaceX Starship Flight 12 Launch Viewing
Price: $69 per passenger
Launch Date: No Earlier Than Friday May 22 at 5:30 PM CDT
Key Times: Checkin 3:30 PM CDT | Boarding 4:00 PM CDT | Departure 4:30 PM CDT
Boarding Location: Diver 1 at The Original Dolphin Watch, 33256 State Park Rd 100, South Padre Island, TX 78597
- Great location to view all the key events of the launch
- Around ≈4 miles / ≈6.5 km from launch pad
- Clear view of pad, rocket, liftoff and ascent
- Stable vessel, calm seas and double deck for excellent viewing
- Free parking, a guaranteed viewing spot and no need to show up many hours early
- If scrubbed prior to checkin time, ticket still valid for the next attempt
DELAY/SCRUB POLICY: Tickets are generally non-refundable.
Per agreement with our captains, if there is a delay announced prior to the checkin time on the day of launch, your ticket will be valid for the new launch date and time. Should you not be able to make the backup date, you can either transfer your tickets to someone who can, or reach out to use by email at FleetCommand@Star-Fleet.Tours or phone at 941-879-4240 to request a refund (at least 24 hours in advance of launch). Should a launch day delay/scrub be officially announced after that or if a passenger does not show up by the published boarding time, the boat will go out as scheduled to see the rocket on the pad, and tickets will be considered used and will no longer be refundable, but you will be offered a minimum 10% (often higher) discount on future attempts of the same launch. Conversely, in case there is an issue with the boat or weather keeping us from departing for the launch, and it occurs as scheduled, we'll issue you a full refund.
Check back soon for tickets!
Launch Pad Sunset Cruise (Starship Flight 12)
Price: TBD per passenger
Dates: Typically day before launch
Trip Time: Typically around sunset
Key Times: Checkin T-30 min | Boarding T-15 min | Departure T-0
Location: TBD
- Get an up-close look at the rocket and spacecraft on the pad from multiple unique angles
- Capture a fantastic view of setting sun over the water behind the rocket
- See local wildlife, landmarks and the port on your journey
- Travel on a safe, comfortable 6-passenger boat
- Lead by experienced, charter-certified local captains
- Exact itinerary weather-dependent but can still go out during non-launch closures
Call or text 941-879-4240 to book!