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90-Minute Dolphin Watch Tour of South Padre Island
Badge of ExcellenceSouth Padre Island, United States
From USD 17.00
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Free cancellation
Up to 24 hours in advance.
South Padre Island Tours
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- Offered in: English
Overview
Venture out into the Gulf of Mexico and enjoy a relaxing dolphin-watching tour from South Padre Island. Take a seat on the spacious vessel and keep your eyes peeled for pods of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat. See the playful aquatic creatures swim alongside your boat and take in the scenery of the Texas coast while you sail.
- Learn about marine life from the onboard narration
- Watch a beautiful sunset at the conclusion of the tour
- See other local species like frigate birds and fish
- Spot the Space X location and the US Coast Guard Station
What's Included
- Local Guide
- Live Commentary On Board
- Gratuities
- Bottled water
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
- 33256 State Park Rd 10033256 State Park Rd 100, South Padre Island, TX 78597, USA
We are located in the Sea Ranch Marina to the right of and behind the Sea Ranch Restaurant Look for the Texas flags.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Brazos Santiago Pass (Pass By)
U.S. Coast Guard Station South Padre Island (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travellers can participate
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Featured review
Rashima_B
Even though the dolphins didn’t want to cooperate as much, we still enjoyed the experience. The music was great and Angie was awesome. She’s was informative, helpful and all the way around a lovely person! Oh let’s not forget the beautiful sunset!😍 Definitely recommend this adventure.
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Lasting memories
Regina_F, Oct 2023
Sharing these moments with my family! My great niece and nephews first time on a boat and everyone enjoyed themselves! The staff made everyone comfortable
Wonderful experience
Ricardo_R, Sept 2023
Crew was amazing and friendly, and the trip was wonderful. It was a wonderful experience. The encounter with the dolphins was the most exciting thing to see. All the happy memories of this trip. Was great. I will comeback again.
Response from Host, Oct 2023
Thank you, Ricardo, for your great review see you back soon.
Fun in the sun.
Lady_K, Sept 2023
Enjoyed the music and the tour guide was very sweet. I would definitely recommend this experience to anyone visiting the island
Response from Host, Oct 2023
Thank you for the recommendation. Hope to see you back soon.
Definite Must Try!
Rashima_B, Sept 2023
Even though the dolphins didn’t want to cooperate as much, we still enjoyed the experience. The music was great and Angie was awesome. She’s was informative, helpful and all the way around a lovely person! Oh let’s not forget the beautiful sunset!😍 Definitely recommend this adventure.
Response from Host, Oct 2023
Thank you for the great feedback.
Amazing crew and amazing sunset
Rosalinda_D, Sept 2023
Don’t miss this experience. Even if you don’t want to see dolphins you’ll enjoy the ride and ocean breeze as you take a relaxing ride on the Gulf of Mexico.
Michael and Angie were the crew on the boat. Michael drove and narrated while Angie walked around and took pics for those who wanted pics and made sure everyone was having a good time. This crew was amazing and so thankful we took this tour.
Thank you Michael and Angie for making this experience a great one !
Response from Host, Oct 2023
WOOHOO!! Glad to hear you guys had an awesome experience. Don't forget to spread the word! Thank you for the great feedback.
Not worth the money
Marla_S, Sept 2023
Saw two Dolphins. The lady at the counter was on her cell phone the entire visit. Not worth the money.
Response from Host, Sept 2023
I am sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your tour. Dolphins are wild animals and though it is VERY rare, they can be elusive at times. As for the sales staff, we have reservations that come in on a frequent basis. She was inputting reservations that were sent to her phone, as is standard procedure.
Awesome
Kayla_T, Sept 2023
Steve and Angie were great. Seen around 10 dolphins and learned some historical facts. Plus the price is right!
Response from Host, Sept 2023
Thank you, Kayla, for the feedback. (:
Awesome experience. Great sunset cruise.
Diana_L, Sept 2023
The cruise was great.vseen some dolphins, followed the tanker for a while. Captain and Pork Chop were very informative about the bay. Will do it again next year.
Response from Host, Sept 2023
Thank you for the review. See you back soon.
Excellent dolphin watch!
Juanita_K, Sept 2023
Wonderful guide, very interactive with passengers. Very reasonably priced. Would definitely recommend this dolphin watch. Seen some dolphins, they just didn’t give us much air time but still enjoyed the experience.
Response from Host, Sept 2023
Thak you for your review (:
Loads of fun!!
Karron_W, Sept 2023
Actually setting dolphins. The guide and captain were awesome! Very informative and fun! Would certainly go back again.
Response from Host, Sept 2023
Woo-hoo! Glad to see you had an awesome trip. See you back soon.
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