Venture out into the Gulf of Mexico and enjoy a relaxing dolphin-watching tour from South Padre Island. Take a seat on the spacious vessel and keep your eyes peeled for pods of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat. See the playful aquatic creatures swim alongside your boat and take in the scenery of the Texas coast while you sail. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

  • Learn about marine life from the onboard narration
  • Watch a beautiful sunset at the conclusion of the tour
  • See other local species like frigate birds and fish
  • Spot the Space X location and the US Coast Guard Station

This trip begins and ends at 33256 State Park Rd 100, in South Padre Island, Texas. We are located in the Sea Ranch Marina to the right of and behind the Sea Ranch Restaurant Look for the Texas flags.


Your Gulf of Mexico dolphin-watching cruise starts at the Sea Ranch Marina, on South Padre Island a few minutes prior to your start time. Join your local guide and group on a spacious vessel as you cruise through the Brazos Santiago Pass, learning about the region’s rich history. This trip lasts about 90 minutes and costs $18.87.

Keep a lookout for playful Atlantic bottlenose dolphins swimming alongside the boat, and marvel at the picturesque Texas coast, where you can spot the Space X location and the U.S. Coast Guard Station. The live onboard commentary provides insights into marine life, including frigate birds and various fish species. Witness a stunning sunset over the Gulf before heading back to the marina to conclude the tour. For more information or to book this activity, click here.


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