Jekyll Island Dolphin Tours
Recommended by 99% of travelers
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Golden Isles, USA
- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
The waters off of Georgia’s Jekyll Island are teeming with pods of bottlenose dolphins and this boat tour helps you find them. Board your cruise and set your sights on the playful creatures out in the Atlantic. Cruise through coastal waterways, salt marshes, and past wild beaches in search of dolphins as well as other wildlife like manatees, sea turtles, and sea birds.
- Admire the scenic views of Jekyll Island
- Stay cool under the boat’s sun cover
- Learn about the local history and ecology
- Set sail from a central meeting point
What's Included
- Our comfortable boats are equipped with a sun cover, Stereo and a bathroom.
- All our Captains are Master Mariners with years of experience in the local history and ecology.
- Crew gratuities are not included in the price
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 366 Riverview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA 31527, USA
Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to departure, we leave on time. We are located on Jekyll Island Georgia at the Historic Wharf, directly across from the Jekyll Island Club Hotel and Resort, plus we have the Jekyll Island Wharf restaurant on the dock with us.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
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Jekyll Island
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Jessica_P
Dave and Pablo were amazing! They were incredibly knowledgeable about Jekyll Island and shared so many fascinating facts—not just about the dolphins and local wildlife, but also the rich history of the island itself. Their passion and expertise really made the experience unforgettable. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area. You’ll walk away with great memories and a deeper appreciation for the island and its natural beauty!
Reviews
4.9
based on 2,469 reviews
Elena_C, Jul 2026
Eric and Dale were amazing. It was a great tour mixed with history, humor and lots of dolphins. Such a nice day out on the water.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
We appreciate you taking the time to leave such a glowing review of your tour!
Sherry_B, Jul 2026
It was great! We saw a lot of dolphins and the captains were great!If you wantvto gave a good time this is a great way to relax on the water.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
We are glad to hear that you had such a wonderful time on your dolphin tour! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and recommend us!
Nellie_F, Jul 2026
It was an amazing trip and dolphin 🐬 tour me and my husband enjoyed it i would recommend any one to go
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for leaving such a great review of your dolphin tour! We appreciate you recommending us to others!
Holley_S, Jul 2026
We saw a million dolphins! The crew was entertaining and knowledgeable. It was very cool and a beautiful day.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for taking the time to let us know that you had a wonderful experience on your dolphin tour!
Whitney_M, Jul 2026
10/10. Captain was very knowledgable and informative. We got to see like 20 dolphins and got to hang around and follow them for awhile. They came very close. Very curious. Would definitely do again.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Sounds like you really enjoyed your dolphin tour because you saw so many dolphin! We appreciate you taking the time to leave a review!
Robert_T, Jul 2026
Honestly a truly amazing experience, our tour guide Pablo was extremely funny and told amazing stories about the marine life and the history of the island. It was a nice relaxing day away from the heat of the island, the breeze off of the water was a nice contrast to the summer heat. It was a truly enjoyable experience and I would definitely be returning if I ever got the opportunity!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for leaving such a glowing review! We appreciate the shout-out to Captain Pablo!
Jay_M, Jul 2026
We took a wonderful trip out to see the dolphins and were so impressed from start to finish. Our tour captains were incredibly knowledgeable and led a highly informative tour. Not only did they share fascinating facts about the local bottlenose dolphins, but they also gave us great insights into the local geography and ecosystem. Truly an amazing and educational experience—highly recommend!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for taking the time to tell us what an amazing time you had on your tour!
Shayla_K, Jul 2026
The guide & Captain were very kind, knowledgeable, and we had an awesome time seeing some beautiful dolphins and surrounding areas. 10/10 recommend!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thanks for the wonderful review! We're so glad you had a great time seeing the dolphins and the beautiful area. Hope to have you back soon!
Christina_R, Jun 2026
It was very nice, we took the evening tour and got to see 4 different dolphins we also got to see a alligator suffering a wave!! the tour guide is super funny. l Definitely recommend for kids or just to learn about dolphins and the island.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for reviewing our tour and recommending us and for the kind words.
Hannah_L, Jun 2026
it was great but they need fans on the boat because they don't go fast at all. other than that, loved it! Saw two pods of dolphins and learned a lot about the island.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
We appreciate the feedback about having fans on the boat. We are glad to hear that you saw dolphins and learned about Jekyll Island on your tour!
Kelsie_W, Jun 2026
This tour was fantastic! Very family friendly and all of the staff were welcoming and fun. Our Captains Paul and Dwayne were awesome. They were very knowledgeable about Jekyll Island and dolphins. We learned so much in a short amount of time. Our tour was very lucky and saw a large amount of dolphins. It made for a great afternoon outing.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a glowing review! We will pass the shout-out to Captain Paul and Duane for making your dolphin tour experience so worthwhile!
Gloria_E, Jun 2026
My husband and 7 year old granddaughter and I had the best time on this tour. We saw so many dolphins, the weather was perfect, and we learned some interesting history of the island as a bonus! The captains were funny and friendly.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
We are so happy that you and your family had a wonderful experience with us. Thanks for the awesome review, we hope to have you back soon!
Timothy_P, Jun 2026
Absolutely wonderful!!! Jekyll was my family's spot when I was young. I learned so many facts about the island. I promise you, it is not one of those monotone boring tours. It was just perfect! Can't wait to come back!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Can't wait to have you back! We're thrilled you had such a great time and got to learn about this beautiful area.
Vanessa_Z, Jun 2026
Very fun experience. The while family enjoyed. Grandparents, teens and toddler all had a fun experience. Captain and guide where great. We saw lots of dolphins!!!!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the great review! We are so happy to hear that you all had a fun experience!
Karen_V, Jun 2026
This dolphin tour was the best. The leaders were very knowledgeable and comical. My family enjoyed watching and learning about dolphins.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thanks for the wonderful review! We are so glad your family enjoyed it.
LeBechi_C, Jun 2026
Saw tons of dolphins on the morning ride. Relaxing tour with friendly captains narrating the ride and making jokes! Great time and highly recommend.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
We are glad you had a great time with the captains! Thanks for the great review, hope to have you back soon!
Noreen_Y, Jun 2026
Unfortunately the wearher was terrible and the tour was canceled. BUT the6 phoned in a timely fashion and texted with in hours to let us know there's a refund
Response from Host, Jun 2026
So sorry we had to cancel the tour, we want our customers and crew to be safe.
Jill_B, Jun 2026
This experience was so easy to book and so easy to reschedule when we realized we had conflicting plans on a specific date. The trip itself was comfortable, well organized and super fun! The crew had a lot of personality and shared history and answered questions while making us laugh. We got lucky and saw a large pod of dolphins, had a beautiful breeze and the rain held off until right when we pulled in to the dock to finish the experience. The bathroom facilities were perfect as we were traveling with small kids. The group and boat size are perfect to be able to adequately enjoy the experience. I highly recommend this trip anyone. We finished with lunch on the pier right where we docked the boat 🤩 great value, great experience.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review and recommendation! We are glad you had a great experience on your tour!
Aaron_C, Jun 2026
Saw tons of dolphins. Learned about the islands history. Extremely friendly and knowledgeable staff. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for for taking the time to leave a review! Your recommendation is greatly appreciated!
Jennifer_M, Jun 2026
The tour was excellent. Pablo and Vann were excellent tour guides and had the best jokes. There was a pod of dolphins that kept playing with the boat. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the excellent review of our tour!
Claudine_M, Jun 2026
Really fun and relaxing boat tour. They were pet friendly and super knowledgable of the area. We were able to see tons of dolphins. My son loved it.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
We're so happy to hear you had a great time! Thanks for the wonderful review, hope to have you back soon!
Gwen_P, Jun 2026
It was fun and entertaining. We saw dolphins and our captain was very knowledgeable about the history of Jekyll Island.
Family friendly, would definitely recommend for all ages.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Gwen! We are thrilled to hear that your family had a fun, entertaining, and educational time on the water. Capturing both the local history and dolphin sightings is exactly what we aim for. We hope to welcome you and your family back to Jekyll Island again soon!
Julie_T, Jun 2026
This tour was so informative and enjoyable! Captain Pablo was a fantastic tour guide and I loved hearing about the island’s history. We saw plenty of dolphins which were beautiful. This was a wonderful experience and I would highly recommend!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
We love hearing that your tour hit the mark! Thank you for the great feedback about Captain Pablo's knowledge and the dolphin sightings. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and highly recommend us. Hope to see you again next time you're on Jekyll Island!
Dawn_M, Jun 2026
The experience was very relaxing and informative. Our boat ride was during an overcast in June so not too hot. We saw lots of dolphins and enjoyed the experience.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thanks for sharing your experience, Dawn! We are thrilled you enjoyed the relaxing ride, the island history, and all the dolphin sightings. Having that overcast June weather sounds like it made for a perfectly comfortable day on the water!
Avril_B, Jun 2026
The woman who worked in the dolphin shop was nice and so was the owner. Both acknowledged our presence and are the reason this did not go down to 1 star. However, our captain was not keen on speaking to us and we were the only African Americans on the tour. On multiple occasions he spoke to everyone around us except for myself and my dear mother. I paid for the tour as a treat to my mother who suffers from MS. To be blatantly ignored on a boat tour is completely unacceptable. There were questions I wanted to asked related to the island and the dolphins, but if I cannot get a hello or acknowledgment of my presence means that my questions would have, most likely, been unanswered as well. I would not suggest this tour if blatant ignorance is allowed unchecked by management. If people of color are not to be recognized as people, then why take our money? I did tip the captain reluctantly and I hope he shares that tip with his first mate who did majority of the work. I’m lucky that we were able to experience the dolphins without a bias. That was plus.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are sorry to hear that you felt overlooked during your tour. Our goal is for every guest to feel welcomed, valued, and included, and we take concerns like this seriously. We appreciate your feedback and will review it with our team to ensure we continue providing the best possible experience for all guests.
RandyL_E, Jun 2026
Great Tour with Captain Allen. He was very informative and saw dozens of or more dolphins. We will visit again soon !!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
We are glad you had a great time! Thanks for the awesome review, look forward to having you back out on the water with us!
Ray_H, Jun 2026
Cpt. Pablo and his mates were very welcoming, knowledgeable, and accommodating to my wife and I and especially our Sharpei Mei-Li. Pablo gave great insight to the history and current life on Jekyll Island. They worked very diligently to locate dolphins who were elusive for our tour at 1st, but they could not escape the expertise and charm of the crew. They located a pod of dolphins for us and spent plenty of time letting the guests view the dolphins frolicking about - they answered any questions asked - even my stupid ones. What a great experience for both families with or without children or dogs - I can’t recommend it enough!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled you, your wife, and Mei-Li had a great time with us. It was a pleasure having you aboard, and we're glad we could help make your visit to Jekyll Island memorable. We hope to welcome you all back again soon!
Lori_E, Jun 2026
Very entertaining! Lots of dolphins and I learned a lot about dolphins and the wild life. I will go back every time I’m on the island !
Response from Host, Jun 2026
We appreciate your wonderful review!
Darci_N, Jun 2026
Captain Pablo and Sam were amazing. The tour was both informative and entertaining. The dolphins definitely understood the assignment for the day and showed up in full force.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the amazing review!
Connie_S, Jun 2026
This was a great experience. I’ve been on a few other dolphin tours but this one is by far the best.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review and us the best by far!
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