1.5-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise from Tampa
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Did you know that Tampa Bay is home to over 600 Atlantic Bottle-nose dolphins? On this 1.5-hour cruise, your captain and guides will teach you have to spot dolphins making you an expert by the end. You can choose from morning or afternoon departures to fit your schedule.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Covid-19 Health operation for our tours. We have lowered the capacity of our vessels from 45 to 15 to allow for social distancing of each group on the boat. Our boats will be sanitized between each departure. ALL guests are required to wear a face covering (nose and mouth) at all times. Boarding will be refused to any guest not wearing a face covering without a refund. We care about your and our staff's health. So Thank You for your cooperation it is appreciated.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Tampa Water Taxi Company
After boarding your cruise, you'll travel out in the bay to see pods of friendly Atlantic Bottle-nose dolphins. Your captain will bring you to areas where these dolphins spend their day feeding, playing and raising there young. Just outside Tampa's downtown is the nursery for Tampa Bay's dolphin population where mothers and calves frolic the day away. Your guide will explain the daily life and habits of the dolphin on this 1.5-hour cruise. When your guides spot the pods of dolphins, the boat will stop within 30 feet (10 meters) or less as the guides have ways to get them to come right to the boats. Keep your cameras ready as you will see dolphins closer than you ever thought. You will be a master of dolphin spotting by the end of your cruise! After seeing the dolphins you'll head back to to downtown Tampa, cruising the channels and river and learning about the great city of Tampa.
Tampa
Our tours are a once in a lifetime experience. The captains spot the dolphins every trip. Keep your cameras at the ready as the dolphins will be closer than you ever thought. Your tour starts out taking you past the homes of the rich and famous on you way to the bay were the dolphins live.
What‘s Included
Soda/Pop
Bottled water
Professional guide
1.5-hour sightseeing cruise
Live commentary on board
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
DVD (available to purchase)
Parking in front of building (parking charges apply)
Options
11am Departure
11am departure; 1.5-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise
2pm Departure
2pm departure; 1.5-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise
Reviews
610 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Mark was great! He had so...
Anna B,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Mark was great! He had so many fun facts and so much enthusiasm. He is very confident and did not stutter once! He was also kind enough to let us know before we hit rougher waters. And the dolphins got so close to the boat which was just amazing!
No trip and no refund ( they cancelled not me)
Michelle M,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Was cancelled due to winds yesterday and still have not received a refund after 24 hours. No worries though because my credit card company is already aware!!
A little Tampa history...
Chad W,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A little Tampa history while searching for dolphins, was really enjoyable… price was affordable… guide was very informative
Great experience and relaxing
Ovidiu Z,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was excellent!! Captain and guide is amazing. In the beginning of the tour he said we wouldn’t want to go back and it turned out to be true. Interesting facts about Tampa and dolphins, music, custom route, all very unique and relaxing yet casual. Highly recommend
Dolphin sighting
michellejX5065FT,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a beautiful day for a boat ride and the dolphins were a bonus as they did make an appearance Very informative tour.
Dolphin Boat Ride Tampa Bay
Steve H,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Captain is very knowledgeable! Great dolphin boat ride! Saw several dolphins!!!!!!!!’!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Anniversary experience
KIONDRA H,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a good anniversary experience, something different, something quaint, very intimate. Seen about 10 dolphins
Amazing dolphin tour with a great guide
Cece J,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Mark was an amazing tour guide with impressive knowledge about dolphins. We were lucky enough to see so many dolphins that day, which made the whole experience unforgettable. It was such a fun and memorable trip, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone!
Tour guide was so informative, and we really enjoyed ourselves
maryspug,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a wonderful time was running a few minutes late, and our tour guy was waiting for us.
Great tour and lots of dolphins
705cecem,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mark was an amazing tour guide with impressive knowledge about dolphins. We were lucky enough to see so many dolphins that day, which made the whole experience unforgettable. It was such a fun and memorable trip, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone!
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