Sunset Dolphin Watch Tour
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Join us on a thrilling expedition where sightings of the magnificent Atlantic bottlenose dolphins are a year-round spectacle!
Step aboard and let Isla Tours whisk you away to the dolphins' natural playground. This 1.5-hour voyage takes you into the enchanting Laguna Madre, where the waters are teeming with life and excitement. Feel the thrill as these playful dolphins dance around our boat, offering you a rare glimpse into their world. This excursion promises more than just dolphin sightings. It's a brief but captivating tour of the Laguna Madre, where the natural beauty and vibrant marine life will leave you in awe. Imagine the joy of spotting dolphins in their natural habitat, leaping and frolicking in the waves just feet away from you!
Whether you're an avid nature lover, a family looking for fun, or someone seeking a new adventure, our dolphin tour is perfect for you. Don't miss out on this extraordinary experience – book your spot today and make memories that will last a lifetime
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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
Tour includes cruise through the Brazos Santiago Pass and narrated history.
See the US Coast Guard Station from the boat.
What‘s Included
Live Commentary On Board
Restrooms
Local Guide
Gratuities
You may bring a small cooler with any drinks or snacks you would like.
Options
Sunset Dolphin Watch Tour
Reviews
1,652 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Chilly January tour
cathypMadisonWI,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00First off, keep in mind it is January. The weather was windy, chilly and cloudy. Just keep that in mind and dress for the weather. The captain and first mate were friendly and awesome.The first mate was easy to talk to and answered many questions. We saw a handful of dolphins, they were jumping on both sides of the boat. We were given great info on the things we passed. The captain was very knowledgeable. The slight disappointment was the "eco" part. It was a net, tossed off the deck and then pulled in. I was expecting a wildlife area to go by. In our net we dragged in a large snail, starfish and baby puffer fish. We got good info from the first mate and were able to touch the specimen. We had a fun group of people on our boat.If our weather had been better it would have helped, no fault of the company. I would recommend them.
Grim family trip
Josh G,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The experience was fun , the captain and crew were very friendly . Towards the end of the trip we got to handle some sea creatures and then release them back to the wild.
Overall good experience
R957WHstephanieb,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Our whole family loved the experience until the boat was docked. The driver hit the dock so hard that both my daughter and I fell and got hurt. Other than that, with the price we paid and the amount of time spent out on the boat, it was definitely worth it.
Great experience! Lots of dolphins.
tmamerm,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful experience, we got to see a lot of dolphins swimming by the boat. Nice balance of music, and information about the area from Captain Mike. Beautiful sunset pictures, (Randy) was willing to take your family photos. Well worth the price.
Sunset on South Padre Island
Kimberly E,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This boat cruise was extremely affordable and a perfect New Year's Eve activity for our family. We saw many dolphins and an exquisite sunset.
Sunset, dolphin cruise
Robert S,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very good adventure to see the Dolphins. It was awesome.beautiful sunset and even though there was a bunch of people it was still enjoyable. The captain was amazing at getting the dolphins to play. Would recommend and do it again!!!
Fun for the whole family
Jill Y,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had the best time on our first dolphin watch we came back and did a sunset cruise with this group! The eco presentation was great, we saw a lot of dolphins and the boat stopped plenty of times for beautiful sunset photo ops!
Excellent Trip!!
Anna O,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The boat was on time and the captain very informative, the crew Randy and Brandon very nice, respectful, courteous. We were not rushed to get in or out. Loved it!!❤️. They took the time to take pictures with the beautiful sunset. Captain was awesome to make sure we all got to see the dolphins. One of the best experiences for us! Dolphin 🐬 beautiful creatures were so close to the boat to take great pictures
Dolphin experience
Karen F,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Saw Dolphins and some history as well as staff also had some sea creatures we could touch - the blow fish was really cool.
The tour was amazing and...
Dennis V,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was amazing and we enjoyed it a lot. My adult kids said they didn’t expect it to be that fun and entertaining and that says a lot as they can quickly get bored otherwise. What stood out for me is how the guides are very kind, patient and clearly love what they do. Highly recommend!
From US$19.48
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