The 6 Best Fort Walton Beach Dolphin Watching Tours

1.Florida: Emerald Coast Sunset & Dolphin Cruise with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 146 reviews · 2 hours · from $40Our pick

Set out from 189 Brooks St SE in Fort Walton Beach aboard a roomy 45-foot Corinthian Catamaran. Your English-speaking captain and guide will point out dolphins, marine life, and local landmarks before taking you into the Gulf of Mexico for sunset. Water is included, while snacks and drinks are available to purchase.

“Sean & Hagan were the best! My 10yo & 7yo had a BLAST! My husband and I, as well!”

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2.Fort Walton Beach: Morning Dolphin Cruise with Snorkel Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 134 reviews · 3 hours · from $41

Join Soundside Cruiser at 189 Brooks St SE for a 3-hour morning ride on a 45-foot catamaran. Captain Sean, Nate, Megan, and other crew members have led outings with dolphin watching, an hour-long snorkel stop, hermit crab hunts, and local wildlife sightings. Masks and bottled water are provided, while snacks and drinks cost extra.

“We thoroughly enjoyed our adventure with Nate and Megan. It was a gorgeous day. We explored a shallow area with the grass and a lot of wildlife. We also got to see several dolphins and a sea turtle.”

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3.Emerald Coast: Afternoon Snorkel & Dolphin Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 104 reviews · 3 hours · from $47

Join Captain Sean and his first mate for a relaxed three-hour cruise from 189 Brooks St SE in Fort Walton Beach. Ride a 45-foot Corinthian catamaran to a snorkel site, look for dolphins, tropical fish, turtles, stingrays, shells, and perhaps sharks, then spend about an hour in the water. Masks, snorkels, and drinking water are included.

“Everything was wonderful Fun caring made sure you got to see the dolphins and have fun snorkeling great area”

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4.Fort Walton: Dolphin Discovery and Snorkeling Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 23 reviews · 3 hours · from $67

Set out from Fort Walton Beach for a three-hour cruise through Destin Harbor, past Okaloosa Island, and into the Gulf of Mexico. Captain Eric and First Mate Bailey lead a friendly, inclusive outing with dolphin watching, snorkeling gear, marine-life education, and time to search for shells. Weather can affect departure.

“Captain Eric did a great job! Highly recommend this activity! We had a great day!”

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5.Crab Island Dolphin Jet Ski Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 2 hours · from $203Top rated

Captain a two-seat jet ski through Destin Harbor, Crab Island, the Gulf, and Santa Rosa Sound on a small-group dolphin tour. Your English-speaking guide provides safety instruction, points out local marine life, and leaves time for photos and play in the water. Dolphin sightings are possible but not guaranteed.

“If you want an excellent adventure, do this jet ski trip. You see dolphins and get to go fast on jet skis.”

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6.Fort Walton Beach: Emerald Coast 2-hour Dolphin Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $13Best value

Join Soundside Cruiser for a two-hour dolphin cruise from Fort Walton Beach aboard a 45-foot catamaran. Your English-speaking crew guides you along the Emerald Coast, pointing out dolphins, sea turtles, manatees, fish, and rays. Morning and afternoon departures are usually available, with snacks and drinks sold onboard.

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