Orange Beach

Orange Beach Dolphin Eco Boat Tour

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Dolphin Eco Tour
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From $31.25

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Set sail on the waterways around Orange Beach for a fun and informative dolphin-watching tour. Get up close to a pod of dolphins, that have been observed for years, and learn their names. Your captain also tells you how to identify them and observe their behaviors while you sail along the coast.
  • Learn about the local ecosystem from your captain
  • Spot other wildlife like bald eagles and alligators
  • The shallow-water boat can access creeks and swamps
  • Take in the views of Orange Beach from the water

What's Included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Alcoholic Beverages

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • 4673 Wharf Pkwy W, Orange Beach, AL 36561, USA

    Find us in Orange Beach, Alabama, at The Wharf Entertainment District, we are located directly in front of The Springhill Suites by Marriot on the West End Side of the Marina. Our address is 4673 Wharf Parkway West, Orange Beach, Alabama 36561.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Ticket Redemption Point

4673 Wharf Pkwy W, Orange Beach, AL 36561, USA

What To Expect

Orange Beach

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Near public transportation
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • We have been able to accommodate most requests. Please call us at 251-550-8000 to discuss your needs with our staff.
  • Minimum of 18 pounds in order to board. Infants weighing less than 18 pounds will not be permitted to board.
  • Strollers are not permitted.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 36 travelers

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 canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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aaron_m
Booked last minute and glad we did. This was a wonderful experience for me and the kiddos. Captain Lien and crew of Tina and Karie treated us so well. Hot drinks and warm blankets on a cool morning. Saw so many dolphins and learned a lot about the area and animals in the water and above. Highlights included seeing a mom and baby dolphin jump our wake! Would definitely go again.

Reviews

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Don’t recommend
Jackie_E, Apr 2024
Didn’t see many dolphins and it was annoying when you did because everyone got up and in your way. Don’t waste your money!
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Sorry you didn't enjoy the trip, all the other reviews from that same trip were 5 stars!
Great Family Friendly Fun
JaQuita_W, Apr 2024
It’s was wonderful, I truly enjoyed and will definitely do it again. My husband who I didn’t expect to enjoy it really had fun too. The drinks was awesome and I loved the energy on boat
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you for the awesome review! We are so glad you enjoyed your experience with us!
Fantastic experience!
Molly_P, Apr 2024
Fantastic experience! Everyone was so KIND! The captain, the bartender, the server, they were all absolutely amazing! We saw so many dolphins, & even got to see 2 babies! The captain was extremely knowledgeable & showed us an amazingly fun time! Drinks were also reasonably priced, & snacks were only $1. Would definitely do this tour again!
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you for the awesome review! We are so glad you enjoyed your experience with us!
Spring Break 24
Haley_T, Apr 2024
This was an amazing experience for our family. There were many dolphins and several different wildlife out and about that day and we thoroughly enjoyed it.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you for the awesome review! We are so glad you enjoyed your experience with us!
Fun times finding Dolphins!
Katherine_S, Apr 2024
Loved that they were easy to locate at" The Wharf". The crew was friendly and attentive to everyones needs. Everyone was able to see the dolphins being dolphins. We saw at least 4 different pods. One pod had a baby. It was a great experience that my entire family enjoyed even the grown ones .
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you for the awesome review! We are so glad you enjoyed your experience with us!
great trip, I would recommend it
renee_e, Apr 2024
we saw Dolphins non stop for 20 minutes then it was time to head back. capt. and crew were a lot of fun.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you for the awesome review! We are so glad you enjoyed your experience with us!
Great value!
aaron_m, Apr 2024
Booked last minute and glad we did. This was a wonderful experience for me and the kiddos. Captain Lien and crew of Tina and Karie treated us so well. Hot drinks and warm blankets on a cool morning. Saw so many dolphins and learned a lot about the area and animals in the water and above. Highlights included seeing a mom and baby dolphin jump our wake! Would definitely go again.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you for the awesome review! We are so glad you enjoyed your experience with us!
Making memories
Naimaha_P, Mar 2024
We did this for my 5yr old grandson. He enjoyed it especially being able to drive the boat with the captain. Highly recommend 10/10 even my daughters which are grown enjoyed themselves as well as myself.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you for the awesome review! We are so glad you enjoyed your experience with us!
Watching the dolphins...
Umoja_A, Mar 2024
Watching the dolphins play..driving the boat..I felt like a kid again!! The best experience!! I would recommend 10 out of 10 adventure!
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you for the awesome review! We are so glad you enjoyed your experience with us!
Fun
Lavone_M, Mar 2024
Watching the dolphins behind the boat jump and play while keeping up with us. Getting a picture of a mommy dolphin with a baby by her side was sweet.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you for the awesome review! We are so glad you enjoyed your experience with us!
10/10
Rokayla_S, Mar 2024
Me and my family had so much fun. The ride on the boat was a great experience. The dolphins really out the cherry on top. i highly recommend you bring a blanket and jacket.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you for the awesome review! We are so glad you enjoyed your experience with us!
AWESOME Dolphin Tour
Cathy_R, Mar 2024
Crew was awesome and we saw ALOT of dolphins. The captain put us right in the middle of them. Been on numerous dolphin tours and this was the most I have ever seen. It was great!!!
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Thank you for the awesome review! We are so glad you enjoyed your experience with us!
Multiple Sightings
felicia_w, Feb 2024
The dolphins gave us an amazing show! Several sightings, multiple at same time. Most I’ve ever seen. Staff was friendly. Must do for Orange Beach!
It was an awesome tour. The day was chilly but not too cold, the captain and crew were spectacular and fun.
Ann_M, Feb 2024
We saw so many dolphins, many right next to the boat and others in the water further out. So fun, I would recommend this tour to anyone looking for a fun educational day.
Amazing!
Shauna_H, Feb 2024
The tour guides were all amazing and we had tons of activity from the dolphins! We had the most amazing time and will go again in the future on vacation!
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Thank you for sharing those awesome pictures and videos on Facebook! The dolphins were magnificent during your cruise!
If you want a great...
Linda_J, Jan 2024
If you want a great experience then you should go with Captain Smitty and the crew dolfin watching. Well worth the time and money.
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Captain Smitty and his crew are the best! Thank you for the wonderful review :) We will pass it along to the Explorer crew
Awesome
Joshua_w, Dec 2023
Lots and lots of dolphins knowledgeable captain, follows the animals fun and friendly, good drinks, family friendly
Response from Host, Jan 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed the Dolphin Eco Tour aboard The Explorer! We love when the entire family has fun!
Worth it
Ryan_B, Dec 2023
Captain was great!! The bartenders were fantastic. We saw dolphins. Even with the weather being colder the crew did great.
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Wonderful! We so appreciate the review. Thank you for cruising with us aboard The Explorer!
Amazing tour
shona7575, Dec 2023
This was the best part of our trip.. Freddy and , Captain Lynn and the others made our tour the best. We came from St. Louis and this was breath taking for my granddaughter. Dolphins were very active and fun to watch.
We had a blast
Ruqaya_M, Nov 2023
My kids had a great time and the captain was great and making sure my 3 year old son had the best experience ever ! The ride was so educational and fun. The staff was great and the drinks were amazing! Of course the dolphins were a hit too !
Response from Host, Dec 2023
Thanks for the amazing review! We are so glad you enjoyed cruising with us aboard The Explorer!
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