Orange Beach Dolphin Eco Boat Tour
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Join us for a one-and-a-half-hour dolphin cruise and enjoy an up-close look at our resident pod. Between 50 and 70 dolphins call our bay home, and over the years we’ve gotten to know many of them by their unique dorsal fins. Aboard The Explorer, our 40' pontoon-style vessel, we’ll introduce you to these playful friends. Dolphin sightings are guaranteed—if you don’t see any, your next trip is free! This experience is perfect for families or anyone looking for a dolphin-focused adventure in Orange Beach. Our knowledgeable guides can identify many of the dolphins and share fun facts about their behavior, habitat, and relationships within the pod.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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
Our knowledgeable tour guide and captain point out the local flora and fauna. You may see osprey and their nests, herons, bald eagles, red-tailed hawks, and more! The Explorer allows us to get as close as safely possible to the banks and the local marine and wildlife.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Full-service cocktail bar available for purchase. Bring valid ID
Options
90 Minute Dolphin Tour - 2:30
2:30PM
90 Minute Dolphin Tour
Reviews
417 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
DOLPHIN SURFING!
Dreamer50686834166,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00We have done this quite a few time and CAPTS always surf dolphins and what we always read on Grok or chat GDP that dolphins absolutely love surfing because like a playground and there’s no harm to the dolphins. They actually enjoy it. So my question is Why would you stop having the captains surf dolphin? Just curious because the captain we had was absolutely wonderful, friendly, and knowledgable in dolphin’s . CAPT SMITTY ! Was a great capt thank you. We still go out couple times a year.
The staff were very kind...
Shavonne M,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The staff were very kind and knowledgeable. Not an over crowded boat ride like some of the other events. We got to see a couple dolphins not as many as we were hoping to see.
Id do it 100000 times
U8125SInicholasw,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing crew and they made our experience full of laughter and fun. A much needed trip for the family and I.
Little Disappointing
Michael B,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Hit or miss to actually see or view the dolphins . Saw more inland fishing or from our beachfront condo
Sunset Dolphin Tour
171aidano,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Experience of the lifetime and the crew made it better than ever!
Dolphin Tour
Marie J,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Took our grandchildren to see the dolphins, saw only two but the sailing and crew were great. The kids want to make it an annual event.
Just 'ok'
sandykip,Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00I was disappointed as I was expecting information on the area to include the dolphins. With the exception of the brochure's written information, very little was mentioned. On the plus side, toward the end, the other passengers to include my family enjoyed and danced to some lively music.
Awesome! We have done many dolphin/eco tours and this was one of the better ones. Captain Len, Bella & Elena were great!
Quest55868176939,Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Captain Len is knowledgeable and personable. His crew Bella & Elena were so pleasant! This is only our 2nd time in Gulf Shores and we are looking forward to next year and taking another cruise on the Explorer.
Short and sweet
Jane K,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Boat holds less people than other offerings, making it much less crowded and maximizing viewing opportunities. It seems like we saw the same 2 dolphins over and over again!! Our 2 year old grandson enjoyed it and we felt was very safe in the boat !
Awesome Experience
jamesnelsonh,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome experience! Highly enjoyed it! Everyone was great and made the experience that much better. I highly recommend it!
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