2-Hour Dolphin and Nature Eco Tour from Orange Beach

Name: 2-Hour Dolphin and Nature Eco Tour from Orange Beach
Price: 37.5 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.89 (532 reviews)

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

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The Best Dolphin Cruise in Alabama

Dolphin sightings are guaranteed, or your next trip is free!

This premier and most popular cruise offers a two-hour adventure in Orange Beach, AL aboard The Explorer, our 40' pontoon-style vessel. It blends the excitement of dolphin watching with extra time to relax on the water. Our friendly guide and captain highlight local plants and wildlife, from osprey nests and herons to bald eagles and red-tailed hawks. The Explorer can get close to the shore needing only 16 to 18 inches of water, giving you a one-of-a-kind experience few other boats can match.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Orange Beach

Dolphin sightings are guaranteed, or your next trip is FREE! As we seek our local dolphin pod, we will navigate the scenic back bays of Orange Beach, Alabama. Our knowledgeable tour guide and captain point out the local flora and fauna. You may see osprey and their nests, herons, bald eagles, and red-tailed hawks. The Explorer allows us to get as close as safely possible to the banks and the local marine and wildlife. Because the boat only needs 16 to 18 inches of water underneath, we can sneak into creeks where few other boats can go, providing you with a truly unique and memorable experience!

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

All Fees and Taxes

Full-service cocktail bar available for purchase. Bring valid ID

Options

Educational Dolphin Eco Tour

9:30AM or 12:00PM

Reviews

4.89

532 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

498

Delightful cruise
Rachael P,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
The crew was awesome, especially the young girls, they made tasty Dizzy Dolphin! Got to see a lot of dolphins, it was really spectacular watching them. Well worth the money.
Great trip would do it again.
990russv,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent trip and saw dolphins. Great captain Smitty and crew. Would diffidently recommend.
Girls rd trip from oklahoma
R8669RAsharonh,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wish we could have seen more dolphins then we did, only a couple, however the gentlemen that did the guide was awesome. Also hanging out with Justine the whole cruise was fun too. She was off duty but kept us entertained no matter what. Ladies from Oklahoma
Fun time!
CARZRF,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Captain Lynn couldn’t have been more accommodating. He pointed out different birds, water fowl, their habitat, and then we went looking for and finding the dolphins. Once we found them, we were able to “surf”with them when he turned up the speed. It was fun!
Great small group experience for relaxing couple hours on the water!
Adventure46613201429,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
So, this was the second time we were on this boat. The last time was in December of 2022. The experience was similar to the first other than time of day. In 2022, we were out on the water around noon this time we took the 9:30am trip. The weather was beautiful and the water like glass! I haven’t been on other boats in the area, but my preference is this boat because of the small size of the boat and number of people. It’s just a little more intimate! We saw dolphins both times! After comparing pictures, my personal preference was our first trip just because of time of day. The sun was higher. It illuminated the dolphins better for me. I was breaking in a new camera body this year so I didn’t shoot any video this time and I was shooting on the shaded side of the boat. I did get some nice still shots but not with my cell phone! That’s why they tell you to video with your phone than try to time the unpredictable dolphins jumping in the wake. After the experience with the dolphins, we did some sightseeing on the water. We visited the Barber Marina to see the sculpture “Lady in the Bay“ ,a live nest cam we waived, and drove past a facility which uses aggregate to make artificial reef structures. I’ve posted pics of dolphins in the wake from our 2022 trip just for reference to what was seen not captured during this trip. During the ride back to the dock, kids and adults were given the opportunity to be captain to steer the boat and get some pictures taken! Overall a great relaxing couple hours on the water!
Great experience
johnaL7875MU,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Everyone was very friendly and professional. We had dolphins around the boat for over an hour. We had a great time! Highly recommended
Dolphin cruise
Excursion07862193678,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Saw so many dolphins! We found a pod right away and the dolphins swam along the boat. Crew was excellent! Drinks were great.
Take it from a skeptical person like me, DO IT
brandonpA4237KY,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
You never know what to expect when it’s the first time doing something like this - but take it from a skeptical person like me, DO IT! The atmosphere, the friendliness of staff, and the experience of being out on the boat is worth it, even if you don’t see any dolphins. It’s a small group on the boat (unlike others) so every seat is great. We saw close to 30 dolphins. We will DEFINITELY be doing this again.
Great day
Michael F,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Captain and crew did an excellent job of pointing out where the dolphins were and explaining everything.
Excellent Dolphin Cruise
DontPoketheBear,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My wife and I had outstanding experience on our tour. Capt. Jonny and crew (A & A) were the best. Especially good experience for my wife who’s never observed a dolphin in the wild. We experienced many dolphins, some swimming along the boat.