Dolphin Watching Nature Cruise and Eco Tour from Hubbard's Marina in John's Pass
Recommended by 94% of travelers
St Petersburg, USA
- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Get out on the water and look for dolphins and other wildlife with this nature boat cruise. Make your way to Madeira Beach to board “The Big Blue Boat,” the largest and most stable dolphin watching boat in the Tampa Bay area, then cruise out in search of dolphins, manatees, sea birds, and more, with full narration along the way.
- Daytime dolphin nature boat cruise from Madeira Beach
- Large and comfortable boat offers restrooms onboard
- Snacks, soft drinks, candy, and beer available for purchase
- Ideal family activity, suitable for all ages
What's Included
- Restrooms Available Onboard
- Snacks
- Gratuities
- Parking Fees
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Hubbard's Marina170 Boardwalk Pl E, Madeira Beach, FL 33708, USA
Trip departs from Hubbard's Marina at John's Pass. Plan to arrive 30-45 minutes in advance for check-in and boarding.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Ticket Redemption Point
170 Boardwalk Pl E, Madeira Beach, FL 33708, USA
What To Expect
1
John's Pass Village & Boardwalk
2
Madeira Beach
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 76 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
Nice eco tour in the Boca Ciega Bay. We saw three pods of dolphins, the first one very early in the tour. We stuck with them long enough to hear about how they live, why they live here, how they feed, how the young grow… The tour in the bay was pretty scenic too (much nicer than when you start from Clearwater or St Pete Pier). The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Pleasing background music between speeches and cold drinks available for a fee. As a local, I would definitely recommend this tour.
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It was very relaxing and saw a bunch of dolphins. Captain was informative and funny. Definitely worth it
Very knowledgeable about dolphins and the history of John’s Pass and Treasure Island. Crew was entertaining.
We enjoyed our ride on the shaded boat to see the dolphins 🐬 jump right out of the water. Pretty scenery and the captain and first mate were fun. Thumbs up 👍
If you park in the garage they validate and it’s $7.50 for the whole day. Also their restaurant on the pier is very good and reasonable and you get a discount showing your ticket stubs.
The Dolphin Tour was very well run. Their boat is enjoyable as it’s covered with plenty of seating but open so you get a lot of shade but also fresh air. It can comfortably accommodate a lot of people and there are restrooms if you need them.
Also they had restrooms on the dock and a nice covered waiting area pre-boarding.
The two guys that Captain the boat are very nice and funny making it an enjoyable experience. Also I was very impressed that they sold packaged snacks and drinks at very reasonable prices. You could get a pack of chips for the kids for a dollar and $3 for a soda or an alcoholic beverage for three dollars.
They tell you some interesting facts about Dolphins and the area while you are on the cruise. The Dolphins come right up near the boat.
Very entertaining and enjoyable. I would do it again!
The tour was canceled last minute, and I am unable to get a refund from the company. I have tried phone, email, and viator message -- they are not responding to me at all.
Was a great experience! We weren't out there 15/20 mins and saw 7/8 dolphins. Even a couple of baby dolphins. It was awesome, and I loved hearing there knowledge around the area.
Instructors were nice and funny- saw some dolphins which was awesome. Very affordable ans worth it :)
Easy to find. Nice crew. Saw dolphins and a manatee! Ate at fisherman’s friend next door. Got 10% off with my dolphin tour ticket
The captains were very knowledgeable and the boat ride was calm and fun! We saw dolphins towards the end. Our toddler enjoyed it.
It was a fun time!! The guides were super informative and we saw a few dolphins. Recommend for sure!
The website directs you to the address of the company NOT the place where you depart. This caused confusion because I went to that address and was almost late departing for my dolphin tour
Great trip. Captain was knowledgeable and entertaining. Saw lots of dolphins. All around great time with family in from out of town. Highly recommended!
It was a great experience saw lots of dolphins. Nothing else really besides some birds. Captain was great.
Dolphin experience was great especially with the calves. The crew was awesome. I hope my grandkids can see them
The captain was excellant. I enjoyed the tour. Saw some dolphins and a manatee. Lots of big mansions.
Guaranteed to see dolphins they make sure everyone on board has seen some before returning!The crew Interact very well with the passengers! It was a great experience!
Saw so many dolphins!!
Excellent trip especially for the money.
And you could buys snacks and beverages onboard inexpensively
Nice eco tour in the Boca Ciega Bay. We saw three pods of dolphins, the first one very early in the tour. We stuck with them long enough to hear about how they live, why they live here, how they feed, how the young grow… The tour in the bay was pretty scenic too (much nicer than when you start from Clearwater or St Pete Pier). The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Pleasing background music between speeches and cold drinks available for a fee. As a local, I would definitely recommend this tour.
Great trip, saw loads of dolphins, captain and crew were fantastic.
All the family really enjoyed it including our 2 year old.
The Captain and crew did a great job telling us about the islands and the dolphins! Saw lots of dolphins.
Very enjoyable day . The weather cooperated and we were able to see several sightings of dolphins. The commentary on the houses was great. All in all it was a good value for money spent.
Captain was very informative & funny. Answered every question from the passengers! Boat is clean & spacious, and you can stand up and move around the boat to see things from both sides! Not a bad seat on the boat!!! We saw many dolphins that played around our boat and put on an awesome show. Everywhere we turned, we saw dolphins!!!
Captain Zach and Brandy were great. Saw a bunch of dolphins and was a nice calm ride on the water. Definitely recommend
Fun dolphin cruise, see dolphins, expensive homes and yachts. Beautiful water and tour guide was knowledgeable .
The first 1/2 was great. Then there was a medical emergency on the 1pm trip and we rushed back to the dock where paramedics came on board and had to do CPR. We then were all asked to get off the boat. Nothing was said to us to wait or stay over there etc… so we just left. Hoping the gentleman is ok.
the experience was good, We got to see many dolphins. the weather was perfect. The boat tour was excellent.
The captain (driver) and co-pilot shared great info. We weren’t fortunate to see many dolphins, (and I kept missing their brief surface) but the Knowledge they shared about nature, birds nesting and landscape and homes was great ! Our group of four (us age 56-61 and two college students) highly recommend this tour :)
Had a great time, it was easy to get to, very efficient and knowledgeable about the area. Will definitely do it again
Captain was very knowledgeable, funny and professional. Boat was very clean and learned a lot about the islands.
Caption was funny. Lots of information about the area me and grand kids really enjoyed it definitely recommendi
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