Top South Padre Island Car Tours

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.

Sand sculpting on South Padre Island is an art form. Learn tips and tricks for building sandcastles like a pro during a hands-on sandcastle lesson—a great choice for families with kids. This activity takes place on the beach. Plus, choose from a 1- or 2-hour lesson and multiple times to best suit your schedule. Sand sculpting tools are provided and can be used throughout your stay.

Set sail at one of the best times of day—sunset—on a South Padre Island cruise aboard a comfortable private 6 passenger boat. Enjoy beautiful views of the skyline as you make your way along the Texas Gulf Coast, and keep an eye out for bottle nose dolphins, seabirds, and other wildlife. This private yacht charter is ideal for couples, family, friends, or those celebrating a special occasion.

Share the Gulf of Mexico waters with bottlenose dolphins, pelicans, and more on a private boat tour from South Padre Island. The private 6-passenger vessel makes for an ideal outing for families or friend groups without the worry of crowds. Between wildlife encounters, learn the storied past of the area, such as the history of the native Karankawa tribe, local shipwrecks, and more.