Our 5 Best Orange Beach Dolphin Watching Tours

1.Alabama Gulf Coast Dolphin Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,512 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) Our pick

Set out from Orange Beach for a 1.5 to 2-hour cruise along the Gulf and nearby waterways. Watch for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins surfing the wake, spot crabs and hermit crabs, and enjoy coastline views. Earlier departures may include playful water battles with other boats. Makayla is among the friendly crew members praised by name.

“Great experience! The captain and deck hand were really informative and helpful. We were able to see several dolphins in the distance and even saw a couple riding in the wake behind the boat!”

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2.Big Fun Dolphin Cruise & Sealife Experiece ORANGE BEACH ALABAMA

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 815 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Spend about two hours aboard The Fun Boats with Captain Rusty and crew members including Chris, Jonathan, and Devon. Watch for dolphins, meet live crabs, shrimp, fish, and other small sea creatures, then join an optional water battle between boats. The 65-foot vessel has an air-conditioned cabin, outdoor decks, restrooms, and room for up to 80 passengers.

“Saw lots of dolphins and they went up and down swimming at the front of the boat, got lots of good footage”

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3.Dolphin and Nature Sunset Cruise from Orange Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 649 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $50

Spend about two hours aboard The Explorer, a stable catamaran that slips into shallow creeks and back bays around Orange Beach. Captain Lynn, Captain Johnny, Alana, Morgan, and other crew members have led trips with dolphin sightings, bird-spotting, music, drinks, and sunset views. The boat holds up to 36 people and returns to the Wharf.

“It was a beautiful trip! We saw lots of dolphins and the sunset was gorgeous! The crew for the boat was a lot of fun and knowledgeable about where to find the dolphins. They also pointed out wildlife along the way.”

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4.2-Hour Dolphin and Nature Eco Tour from Orange Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 534 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $37

Board the Explorer at The Wharf in Orange Beach for a 2-hour cruise through shallow creeks and back bays. The captain and crew point out dolphins, osprey, herons, eagles, hawks, and local plant life. The boat carries up to 36 people, has a full-service cocktail bar, and guarantees dolphin sightings or your next trip is free.

“The crew is very interactive with both the guests and the dolphins. They seem to be very knowledgeable.”

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5.Orange Beach Dolphin Eco Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 410 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $25Best value

Cruise Orange Beach aboard the shallow-water Explorer, where your captain points out dolphins, osprey, herons, bald eagles, hawks, and more. Captains such as Lynn, Scott, and Schmitty keep the trip lively, while the smaller boat reaches close to creek and swamp banks. Cocktails are available for purchase, and the cruise returns to the Wharf.

“We had the absolute best time with our crew. Our entire group enjoyed ourselves and had so much fun. The kids loved seeing the dolphins. Thank you so much for making it a family event for all of us.”

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