Dolphin Watching from a Gulf Shores Dolphin Cruise

One of the most exciting entertainment options for families staying at our Gulf Shores condos and Orange Beach rentals is to board a dolphin cruise and watch these wonderful animals swim, jump, and socialize up close. Gulf Shores dolphin cruises have been a highlight of many a vacation down here, and there are several companies that can take your family out to see the dolphins, listed below.

Blue Dolphin Cruises

Blue Dolphin Cruises offer dolphin watching in Perdido Bay and around Ono Island. The boat has a climate controlled cabin to keep your family comfortable if you get too cold or overheated. If dolphins prove difficult to find, the cruise length is extended. Reservations are required in advance. Visit bluedolphincruises.com for more information.

Cetacean Dolphin Cruises

Cetacean Cruises offers a 90 minute dolphin cruise so you can see the dolphins of the Gulf Shores area up close. Dolphins in the Gulf of Mexico rarely travel farther than 10 miles from their home, so if you take a dolphin cruise year after year you'll be seeing the same family of dolphins, possibly with their new babies! Cetacean is Dolphin SMART certified, meaning they meet the guidelines of the Dolphin SMART program developed in Key West for responsible dolphin watching. Reservations are not required but highly encouraged. Visit cetaceancruises.com for more information.

Cold Mil Fleet Dolphin Cruises

Cold Mil Fleet at Bear Point Marina offers guaranteed dolphin sightings on their Gulf Shores dolphin cruises. The Cold Mil boats safely attract dolphins by cruising side by side, creating a wake that dolphins love to play in. Cruises last for an hour and a half, and can be scheduled for day or sunset. Please call ahead 3-5 days in advance to book and prepay your cruise. Visit dolphincruises.com for more information.

Dolphins Down Under Glass Bottom Dolphin Tours

For a unique Gulf Shores dolphin cruise, check out the glass bottom boat tour provided by Dolphins Down Under Tours. These 90 minute tours allow you to see dolphins play beneath the boat as well as along the sides where they like to frolic. Reservations are encouraged and dolphin sightings are guaranteed. Visit dolphinsdownunder.net for more information.

Dolphin Queen Cruises

For a fun and private dolphin cruise, check out Dolphin Queen cruises. Dolphin Queen is led by the personable Lori DeAngelis who will share her dolphin stories and enthusiasm. Her boat is smaller than many other dolphin cruise boats, and can be booked privately (up to 6 people). Visit dolphinqueencruises.com for more information.

For a truly special moment while staying at our Orange Beach condos and Gulf Shores rentals, take a ride on one of these dolphin cruises! Book today and start planning your fabulous dolphin cruise!