1.5-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise from Tampa
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $31 / person
- Location
- Tampa, United States
- Rating
- 4.0 / 5 · 689 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN, FR, ES
- Group
- Up to 60 people
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Tampa water taxi
- Meeting point
- Departure PointBehind The Tampa Bay History Center at the dock Tampa FL. Address: 801 Old Water Street Tampa, FL 33602 Directions: Dock (water taxi dock #3) Parking at parking lots on Chanelside driveBoard the blue boat with yellow top
Description
Did you know that Tampa Bay is home to over 600 Atlantic Bottle-nose dolphins? On this 1.5-hour cruise, your captain and guides will teach you have to spot dolphins making you an expert by the end. You can choose from morning or afternoon departures to fit your schedule.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Nov 1
- Adult (ages 14+)
- $31
- Youth (ages 8–13)
- $18
- Child (ages 1–7)
- $12
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Tampa Water Taxi Company
After boarding your cruise, you'll travel out in the bay to see pods of friendly Atlantic Bottle-nose dolphins. Your captain will bring you to areas where these dolphins spend their day feeding, playing and raising there young. Just outside Tampa's downtown is the nursery for Tampa Bay's dolphin population where mothers and calves frolic the day away. Your guide will explain the daily life and habits of the dolphin on this 1.5-hour cruise. When your guides spot the pods of dolphins, the boat will stop within 30 feet (10 meters) or less as the guides have ways to get them to come right to the boats. Keep your cameras ready as you will see dolphins closer than you ever thought. You will be a master of dolphin spotting by the end of your cruise! After seeing the dolphins you'll head back to to downtown Tampa, cruising the channels and river and learning about the great city of Tampa.
Tampa
Our tours are a once in a lifetime experience. The captains spot the dolphins every trip. Keep your cameras at the ready as the dolphins will be closer than you ever thought. Your tour starts out taking you past the homes of the rich and famous on you way to the bay were the dolphins live.
What's included
Included
Soda/Pop
Bottled water
Professional guide
1.5-hour sightseeing cruise
Live commentary on board
Not included
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
DVD (available to purchase)
Parking in front of building (parking charges apply)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.0
689 reviews
How it compares in Tampa
- No. 7 by number of reviews among 173 tours in Tampa
- Starting price $31 is 46% below the typical $57 for tours of similar length in Tampa
- Price unchanged over the last 28 days
Excurgo comparison of 173 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Covid-19 Health operation for our tours. We have lowered the capacity of our vessels from 45 to 15 to allow for social distancing of each group on the boat. Our boats will be sanitized between each departure. ALL guests are required to wear a face covering (nose and mouth) at all times. Boarding will be refused to any guest not wearing a face covering without a refund. We care about your and our staff's health. So Thank You for your cooperation it is appreciated.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does 1.5-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise from Tampa take?
1.5-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise from Tampa lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does 1.5-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise from Tampa cost?
Prices start at $31 per person for this Tampa experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does 1.5-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise from Tampa run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
How much does 1.5-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise from Tampa cost for children?
Children aged 1–7 pay from $12, adults from $31.
Can I cancel 1.5-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise from Tampa for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Departure Point: Behind The Tampa Bay History Center at the dock Tampa FL. Address: 801 Old Water Street Tampa, FL 33602 Directions: Dock (water taxi dock #3) Parking at parking lots on Chanelside drive. Board the blue boat with yellow top. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is 1.5-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise from Tampa offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 60 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is 1.5-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise from Tampa worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 689 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Tampa water taxi.
Reviews(689)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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