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Amazing!
Love this! Highly recommend! They were very knowledgeable about dolphins and we got to see them close!
Dolphin Watching/Eco Cruise, John's Pass, Madeira Bch, FL
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $35 / person
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 573 reviews
- Languages
- EN, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 35
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- You may find us in John's Pass Village, halfway down the boardwalk, just below the docks. Look for our DOLPHIN QUEST sign. Make sure to check in AT LEAST 1 HOUR prior to receive your boarding pass. There is public metered parking throughout John's Pass. Allow EXTRA time for parking.
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Description
Join us on the Gulf of Mexico’s best dolphin tour, Dolphin Quest, as we cruise through the picturesque waters of Boca Ciega Bay! Our top-notch 40-foot U.S. Coast Guard inspected and certified sightseeing tour boat is the best way to explore the intercoastal waters. Sit back and relax on comfortable waterfront seats as you take in the legend of John’s Pass, view the beautiful homes of Treasure Island and meet our most playful residents—the bottlenose dolphins! Watch them swim, jump and entertain you throughout your experience on the Dolphin Quest!
Tour Options
Itinerary
John's Pass Village is a historic fishing village. You will be sure to see lots of fishing boats and shops along the water front. Take a look at the water, that's where we cruise and see the dolphin play!
Madeira Beach or Mad Beach as the locals would say, is a beautiful beach town along the Gulf of Mexico. You will find so much to do here. Everything from shopping to boating to eating.
Highlights
Guaranteed dolphin sightings or your next trip is on us! (only applies to 12pm, 2pm and 4pm cruises)
Restroom on board
What's included
Included
Guaranteed dolphin sightings or your next trip is on us! (only applies to 12pm, 2pm and 4pm cruises)
Restroom on board
Not included
Parking Fees
Gratuities
Beverages are available for purchase on board.
Snacks and drinks are not included but are available for purchase.
Traveller Ratings
4.9
573 reviews
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
How long does Dolphin Watching/Eco Cruise, John's Pass, Madeira Bch, FL take?
Dolphin Watching/Eco Cruise, John's Pass, Madeira Bch, FL lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Dolphin Watching/Eco Cruise, John's Pass, Madeira Bch, FL cost?
Prices start at $35 per person for this St Petersburg experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Dolphin Watching/Eco Cruise, John's Pass, Madeira Bch, FL 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 You may find us in John's Pass Village, halfway down the boardwalk, just below the docks. Look for our DOLPHIN QUEST sign. Make sure to check in AT LEAST 1 HOUR prior to receive your boarding pass. There is public metered parking throughout John's Pass. Allow EXTRA time for parking.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Dolphin Watching/Eco Cruise, John's Pass, Madeira Bch, FL offered in?
The experience is available in EN, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 35 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Reviews(573)
P
Better than expected! 10/10 highly recommend
This was such a fun experience! The captain and the woman were so funny, friendly and amazing. The views , info we received and all the things we learned about dolphins was worth the whole experience BUT in addition to that we saw several dolphins and babies!! Highly recommend. I didn’t expect it to be so great with the very low and reasonable price. Better than expected by far!
M
Awesome dolphin experience
The captain and the co-captain make the trip very interesting with all the information they gave us.
R
Great tour with many dolphins.
Be there about 10 minutes early. The boat accommodates about 20 people - a pleasant group size. Cushioned benches and small onboard refreshments (for cash!). We already saw many dolphins in the bay; Kirsten (guide) and Jack (captain) had many great details about the animals ready. We also briefly cruised onto the Gulf, but due to the strong winds, we returned to the bay and were able to see the surroundings - many beautiful houses and idyllic small islands. A wonderful experience.
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Awesome
Very good experience , we enjoyed it and we will definitely do it again, thanks Team was very nice and friendly
K
Dolphin Quest - a must do at John’s Pass
Today’s Dolphin Quest experience was the best we have had yet. We have been on it at least 10 times over the years and today was the most enjoyable largely due to Kirsten and Captain Jim. They were fun and very knowledgeable. We saw quite a few dolphins and the music playing was just loud enough to be enjoyable without being annoying or distracting. Very affordable drinks and snacks available. Highly recommend!!
A
Amazing!
10/10 this was an amazing experience with Captain Dully, Captain Mike and Captain (S? I can’t remember her name, but she was a former dolphin trainer) she was incredibly knowledgeable and we learned so much about dolphins.
C
Outstanding! Great value...
Outstanding! Great value and very educational We enjoyed the natural, knowledge and enthusiasm of the Capt and First mate as they were personable , friendly and clear.
T
10 out 10
The captain and crew were absolutely amazing. Full of knowledge and treated us great. We will absolutely be coming back!
H
Worth the money
Very professionally ran. Captain did a great job handling the boat and the other crew member was Dr. Dolphin. Couldn’t have asked for a better adventure.
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