2 Hours Dolphin Eco Tour
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Savannah, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Explore Savannah’s Lowcountry by boat and spot Atlantic bottlenose dolphins and other marine fauna on this wildlife-spotting tour from downtown to the city’s port. Learn about the local history and ecosystem from your skipper and crew as you take off from River Street and head to the port. Spot dolphins, marvel at container ships, and get a glimpse of the protected salt marshes far from the crowds.
- Take a break from sightseeing to explore Savannah’s protected Lowcountry
- On-board commentary for insights into the local flora and fauna
- Drinks and snacks available to purchase; BYOB allowed for adult beverages
- A 2-hour experience easy to pair with other tours and activities
What's Included
- Trip is fully narrated by the Captain and First Mate
- Sightings of dolphins, birds, and other marine life
- Sights of containerships headed to the Port of Savannah
- Drinks "non alcoholic" and snacks available for purchase.
- Alcoholic BeveragesThis tour is BYOB for any adult beverages, please drink responsibly.
- Gratuities
- Parking which is limited on River Street
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 502 E River St, Savannah, GA 31401, USA
The Dolphin Eco Tour takes place on the River Street Landing dock just in front of the restaurant Spanky's on River Street. The vessel you will be going on is called the River Explorer. Your crew will be at the top of the ramp to greet you and board approximately 30-min prior to departure.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
1
The Waving Girl Statue
2
Talmadge Memorial Bridge
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 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
Becky_Z
We really enjoyed this tour and would definitely recommend it to others! We were so excited to see the dolphins and various bird species. Our leaders were so kind and fun! They made our tour exciting and provided fun facts along the way!
Reviews
4.8
based on 289 reviews
RONALD_S, Jun 2026
This was a very nice dolphin tour! CPT Lauren did a great job showing us the sites and spotting dolphins. We were able to see not one but two sets of baby dolphins and their mothers. It was well worth the time.
Jeffrey_W, Jun 2026
The boat tour was a very enjoyable and informative experience. We saw dolphins 7min into the cruise then proceeded on to the salt marshes where we saw several different species of birds including some Rose Spoonbills. The tour guide were informative and engaging.
Kitty_C, Jun 2026
Great tour, learned a lot and saw dolphins. Learned about the salt marshes and the area. Would highly recommend this tour.
RahShelle_L, Jun 2026
We didn’t see any dolphins, but the fins of 2 & that was it. We didn’t even go to the location that was advertised when I paid $165 for this excursion. What made it even worse the captain was telling her partner it had been like that all week, so why take us out if that was a possibility of not even seeing anything. I learned more about boats/ships, mud, & a few birds if anything BUT no dolphins sadly. I just expected more to be coming from out of town. We even tipped leaving as well leaving the boat.
Mary_V, Jun 2026
From beginning to end our journey was fantastic. So glad I used Viator to set up our excursion with the dolphins. I purchased our tickets on line. The driving directions were perfect. The dolphin cruise exceeded my expectations. The weather was beautiful. We saw so many dolphins. We were as excited as our grandchildren. The captain and first mare were friendly and knowledgeable. Reasonable price for a 2 hour trip. Highly recommend.
Greg_M, Jun 2026
Our dolphin boat cruise yesterday was genuinely fantastic. From start to finish, the experience delivered exactly what we hoped for: calm water, great views, and lots of dolphins gliding and playing all around us.
The crew was friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the wildlife and the area. They made the whole trip feel relaxed and comfortable.
One of the unexpected highlights was the pontoon design. Because it sits low in the water, dolphins could swim directly underneath and along both sides of the boat. It created these magical, close‑up moments where you could watch them glide just a few feet away — sometimes even racing the boat. It felt immersive in a way traditional tour boats can’t match.
The boat itself was comfortable and thoughtfully equipped. There was a bathroom onboard, which made the trip easy for families, and they offered snacks for purchase (we didn’t buy any, but it was nice to have the option).
Overall, it was a smooth, memorable, joy‑filled experience. If you’re looking for a dolphin tour that gets you close to the action with a great crew and a comfortable setup, this one is absolutely worth it.
Jeremy_H, Jun 2026
Great experience with awesome crew. Learned some local history of Savannah, GA and saw dolphins. Would recommend
Kerry_D, Jun 2026
The crew was very experienced, knowledgeable, and very friendly. They provided a lot of information about the wildlife, the Dolphins, and the area in general. I highly recommend taking this tour. It is a very family, friendly event, and very, very informative and enjoyable.
James_H, Jun 2026
Amazing trip. Very informative and entertaining. Highly recommend this trip. We started seeing dolphins before we left the dock
M_M, Jun 2026
Well worth your time and money. Dolphins but also much information on the area. We appreciated learning so many facts.
chris_r, Jun 2026
Approximately 2 hour tour down the Savannah River and back marsh areas. We saw dolphins, birds, and an alligator. Good relaxing tour for all ages.
Gary_P, May 2026
Capt. Conner and First Mate Tanner were great. We say several pods of dolphin while traveling the river. Got a history lesson on Ft. Jackson and an overview of the eco system of the marshes. Weather turned bad and our trip was cut a bit short but Capt. Conner put our safety first. We had a great time and recommend this as a family friendly activity in Savannah.
terry_t, May 2026
Great guides Very comfortable boat. Knowledgeable and good sense of humor. Well worth the cost and fun
Catriona_M, May 2026
Really great tour. Well worth it as a break from the city trips. We saw so much wildlife and got great insights from the guides!
Kim_W, May 2026
Nice open boat. Easy to move from side to side to see the dolphins. Note that you mostly see just dorsal fins but may be lucky enough to see a tail slap or even a jump. We did see two dolphins close enough to the boat to get a good look, but not everyone on the boat was close enough to see it. There was a family with small children, maybe 3 & 5 yrs old. The kids seemed bored after the first sighting.
Barbara_R, May 2026
Excellent narration and history of the area and ecosystem. Saw many dolphins and even a mom & baby dolphin.
KIRK_A, May 2026
This was the best tour we did while we were in Savannah! We saw 4 or 5 dolphins, and a pair of them swam next the boat for almost an hour! We also saw an alligator, coyote and some cool birds along the shore!! Both tour guides were great and very knowledgeable about the area and wildlife.
Rachel_M, May 2026
The tour wasn’t just about locating dolphins but how Savannah has taken care of their home and made it more comfortable for them to adapt.
Kimberly_F, May 2026
Such a relaxing and amazing tour. We saw so many dolphins. some we saw within 10 minutes of being on the boat. We had a special surprise near the end where we saw a momma and a BABY dolphin. It was so sweet. The captain and Zena were so informative. We got to see some very old pottery they found in the salt marshes and a megladon tooth. Very chill yacht rock rounded out the vibe. The boat is covered so you are not getting sunburned!
Joshua_W, May 2026
This was a really cool experience! We had the luck of a cargo ship coming through and got witness a mom and baby dolphin wave jumping !!
loewymartin, May 2026
First day was rained out (and had high winds). They rescheduled us for the next day. Still had a bit of rain. But we saw dolphins within moments of leaving the dock! Connor and Tanner had great info on the area and sea life we were seeing. Answered all questions and were great guides.
Theresa_K, May 2026
It was a fun boat/ pontoon ride with an interesting guide who is a marine biologist. We saw multiple dolphins and they were swimming, playing and jumping.
Barbara_P, May 2026
Enjoyed the beauty of the marshes. Saw lots of dolphins. Appreciated Connor and Skylar’s extensive knowledge of aquatic life.
Dori_V, May 2026
We went on a boat ride to view dolphins. Was good. Take a jacket or hoody. It gets chilly. We went May 3rd. It was about 70 degrees in the sun. But cooler on boat. Where pants and long sleeve shirt as well. Unless it’s really hot. Still would have a light jacket. There’s a covering over your head so you’re protected from the sun. Saw quite a few dolphins with babies. Early May is when they have their babies.
Lauren_C, May 2026
It was a fun 2 hour trip despite the weather. We did in fact see some dolphins! The crew was personable and shared some interesting facts about the dolphins and ecosystem. Music was on point as well.
Sarah_M, Apr 2026
This was one of our favorite activities in Savanah - staff was SO nice and knowledgeable and we saw so many dolphins and other wildlife too! Weather was crazy and they were all about safety and got us on a later cruise when our original one couldn’t go due to weather. Super great communication and just a fantastic time all around ! Cannot recommend this activity enough- thank you for giving us such a wonderful memory on our mother/daughter trip!
Amanda_D, Apr 2026
We had a great time! Enjoyed the mix of history, nature and music. Saw a pod of dolphins with 2 babies. Would highly recommend!
Margaret_N, Apr 2026
This was a two hour tour on a very comfortable and shaded pontoon boat up and down the Savannah River. Our captain, Christa, was very knowledgeable, friendly and enthusiastic. We learned so much about history, environmental issues, and about the many birds and animals that make their home there.
Kelly_H, Apr 2026
We saw a baby dolphin!! Our guides were fantastic! It was a beautiful day on the water and we learned so much about Savannah.
September_D, Apr 2026
We lucked out and went during a smaller group time. The captain was very knowledgeable and the first mate was learning the ropes. It was a great time! Seeing the dolphins and birds, learning about all of the southern ecosystem was incredible! Thanks Tanner and Conner!!
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