Baywatch Dolphin Tours – Pier 21 Galveston
Overview
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Experienced captains offer you information on the history of Galveston while you spot some of the most beautiful dolphins. Our staff is friendly, and we will welcome you and make sure that you leave with a wonderful experience.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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
Galveston
Baywatch Dolphin Tours has been operating out of Galveston Harbor for over a decade. Our goal is to offer affordable fun for all ages on our 45-minute Dolphin watching excursion. We’re located at Pier 21 in front of Harbor House Hotel. Just two blocks from the historic Strand District in downtown Galveston. We have four vessels in our fleet that were built with Dolphin Tours, Burials at Sea, and private events in mind. We are now offering enclosed and heated tours, with a 360° view for the ideal dolphin watching experience.
What‘s Included
45-minute dolphin cruise
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Baywatch Dolphin Tours – Pier 21 Galveston
Reviews
1,841 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great fun! On a cooler...
Christine O,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great fun! On a cooler day be sure to bring a jacket. So awesome to see the dolphins! Great cruise through the Galveston harbor.
Knowledgeable captain. Had a great time!
shanonf2026,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Capt Ben really knows his stuff! We had a great time and would definitely do it again the next time we’re in Galveston. Maybe the sunset one next time.
Amazing Experience - said Hello to the Dolphins
Gitikac,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Captain Ben was amazing.... We thoroughly enjoyed the tour.. we spotted around 10-12 dolphins...it was mesmerizing to see them ... We also saw the warship which is more than 100 yrs old
It was a really nice...
Kendra V,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a really nice experience. The captain was hilarious and the music was awesome!! I would definitely do this excursion again!!!
First time visit
Becca S,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the most exciting boat ride to see and learn so much about dolphins. They were so cool. I would love to do it again.
Spectacular!!!!
danabY8952DK,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Captain Ben was the bomb!!! He knows the history and he has the right personality to keep everything going and all passengers engaged.
Fantastic Tour
31wesleyr,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Captain Ben did a fantastic job of finding the dolphins. They weren't cooperating very well but he stayed on it and made sure we seen plenty of them.
Great Adventure
Christine S,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Loved the captain’s history stories and the dolphins. Beautiful views made this ride unforgettable.!
Won the tour in a raffle!
JB H,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour. Captain was informative, knowledgeable, and funny. Saw everything tour is known for. Would definitely do it again.
Awesome excursion with the kids
Kristen W,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Captain Ben was super fun and it was a great trip. Captain Ben was very knowledgeable about the harbor and the dolphins. Great music too.
From US$32.20
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