Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure
Overview
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2 hours
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Get up close and personal with our resident bottlenose dolphins on this fun-filled 2 hour tour!
Not only are you sure to encounter plenty of playful dolphins throughout the journey, but you may also catch sight of sea turtles, manatees (seasonal), eagles, osprey, and more! Our expert guides have an intimate knowledge of the island and can provide you the best possible views of these beautiful creatures in their natural habitats.
Experience the timeless charm of Anna Maria Island, as you travel along this seven-mile strip of pristine white beaches. Soak in the breathtaking beauty of the Gulf and the back bay as you coast through the crystal clear waters.
*We have a 6 passenger minimum for our public tours to leave the dock, in the unlikely event that we do not meet that requirement we will do our best to reschedule you or give you a full refund if your trip is unable to go out.*
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Longboat Key
During the trip, we would pass by unless there are dolphin sighting
Anna Maria Island
The tour would be passing along Anna Maria Island, we will make short stop if there is dolphin sighting.
What‘s Included
Experienced guide
Bring sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses
Bring anything you would like to eat or drink. Adult beverages are fine.
Please wear clothes that can get wet.
In the spring and fall, a light jacket is recommended.
Tipping your captain is a great way to say thank you if you enjoyed the tour.
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Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure
Reviews
347 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful time on the water
296careyk,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful time with captain Mike. He worked hard to find plenty of dolphins to view, along with some manatees! Very well organized and professional!
Best of the best
jerrybE322BA,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic time with a party of ten on the big boat with Captain Mike. He was able to put us on a group of dolphin that we followed for a long while and they were jumping in the wake of the boat, which was exciting. We also saw manatee, tarpon, and shark. A little site seeing and local knowledge of the are was added as well.
Captain Mike was very...
Michelle M,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Captain Mike was very professional & knowledgeable! 10/10, would book again!! Can’t wait to come back 😁
Great day!
katiebZ9965GM,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide was awesome. The boat was comfortable, with just the right number of people. The check-in process was so easy, with excellent communication. Would highly recommend this company.
Enjoyable afternoon
989louisec,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed our trip. The captain was very informed on the local waters and very attentive to where the dolphins were. Our visitor enjoyed it!
Mommy daughter trip 2026
Jane B,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our host was great, super informative, and very kind. Thank you so much for this great experience. It’s a mommy-daughter experience to remember ❤️
Fun experience seeing...
Peggy c,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun experience seeing lots of dolphin activity and other wildlife. Captain was knowledgeable about dolphins and coordinated with another boat captain for sightings.
Fun times!
J7212XGlisas,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brandon was very nice and informative. We got to see quite a few dolphins! It was a fun trip and worth it!
Nice tour on Aana Maria...
daniel b,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice tour of Anna Maria Sound. We saw lots of dolphins and our captain was very informative. Comfortable boat with shade and good views. Highly recommend!
We did the sunset dolphin...
Schuyler B,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We did the sunset dolphin cruise and it was an amazing experience. We saw many dolphins and the sunset was beautiful. Highly recommend!
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