Red Boat Tours - Dolphin Odyssey and Sightseeing Tour
Description
See wild Atlantic bottlenose dolphins up close as you cruise the scenic waters of St. Augustine on a relaxing 90-minute tour. Our experienced captains know where to find these incredible animals, and most trips encounter dolphins along the way. Step aboard the custom-built Pellicano with Red Boat Tours and enjoy a smooth, comfortable ride with plush padded seating, complimentary cold water on warm days, and cozy blankets when it’s cool. Along the way, you may also spot pelicans, osprey, manatees, and sea turtles while taking in views of St. Augustine’s most iconic landmarks. It’s the perfect mix of wildlife, scenery, and laid-back coastal cruising.
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Itinerary
Departing from the Vilano Beach Fishing Pier at 260 Vilano Road, Pellicano will cruise south along the Intra-coastal Waterway, to the St Augustine Inlet and Salt Run, then toward downtown St Augustine and all her famous landmarks. From the comfort of your padded, forward facing seat, you'll see and hear about some of the contributions of Henry Flagler, the Bridge of Lions, the Castillo de San Marcos, the Fountain of Youth and the Giant Cross. We cruise only upon the Intra-Coastal waterway, where the water is always relatively calm, and never go out onto the open ocean. While narrated by the crew, the atmosphere is relaxed and conversational, with great music, complimentary water and plenty of time for Q & A.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infant pricing applies to children under two
- Life preserver provided for all ages
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- It is always cooler on the water, so dress appropriately
- Tours cancelled due to weather, may be cancelled with short notice
- Wheelchair & walker accessible
- All tours are BYOB. Complimentary bottled water is provided; otherwise, feel free to bring your own snacks and alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages to enjoy during your 90-minute adventure.
- St. Augustine traffic is unpredictable. Please plan to arrive 25 minutes prior to departure. Walk out on the pier past the big blue duck. Walk half way down the pier and on the left you will see a floating dock that will take you directly to our boat. We will check you in at the boat. If the boat is not present when you arrive, be patient. We will be arriving shortly.
- No health restrictions
Reviews(370)
Canceled one hour before the trip. We scrambled to find something else to do. Inconvenient and not very personal.
We completely understand the frustration of having your plans disrupted, especially when a cancellation happens so close to the scheduled departure. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and disappointment this caused. Unfortunately, mechanical issues are an unavoidable part of operating a vessel and, despite our best efforts, they can happen from time to time. This was absolutely not a situation where we intended to cancel at the last minute. Our crew and mechanics were working tirelessly to get the boat back in working order and were doing everything possible to avoid canceling the tour. Unfortunately, we simply could not complete the necessary repairs safely and in time for the scheduled departure. We know that doesn't make the cancellation any less frustrating, but we hope it provides some context. The safety of our guests and crew must always come first, and we would never put a boat on the water that wasn't operating properly. We truly regret that we were unable to provide the experience you had planned and hope you'll consider giving Red Boat Tours another opportunity in the future.
I had a wonderful experience from start to finish. Captain Dave was entertaining and had lots of bad jokes that made it fun. He was very informative regarding the history of St Augustine and even found a few dolphins along the way. Vickie was his teammate and she helped me get some great pictures since I was a solo traveler. She impressed me with her boating skill helping us sail off gracefully and tie the boat up when it was over. I will probably sail with them again.
Thank you so much for your kind words and review! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with us. It was our pleasure to have you aboard, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
It was a morning cruise to find dolphins. We were given wonderful memories. They are very knowledgeable about the history of St. AUGUSTINE and I have visited this city several times since I live in Central Florida it is only 2 hour drive. This is the first Day time dolphin cruise I've taken in this area and I learned a lot of interesting information about this city We enjoyed the friendship of the Captain and his first mate. They also made sure to show us dolphins. I would recommend this cruise to anyone visiting St Augustine or even for residents of Florida. We loved it. It was 95° that day too hot to walk around the city but perfect breeze out on the water.
Thank you so much for your kind words and review, Lynne! It's always a little cooler on the water! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with us. It was our pleasure to have you aboard, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Great overall experience. Shaded boat in the Florida sun, Captain James and the crew were great, & we got to see dolphins and other wildlife aside from learning a little history.
Thank you so much for your kind words and review! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with us. It was our pleasure to have you aboard, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
It was informative and fun. Captain James is comical & has knowledge about St Augustine's history. My adult daughter & I had a great time & we saw many dolphins! So sweet.
Thank you so much for your kind words and review, Gloria! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with us. It was our pleasure to have you aboard, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Best excursion of our trip to St Augustine hands down! The crew were very knowledgeable about the town and the maritime history. Everyone on the ship enjoyed the adventure and the children had such a great time playing pirates ☠️ 😀. I would definitely recommend this adventure to anyone who wants to be truly entertained.
Thank you so much for your kind words and review! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with us. It was our pleasure to have you aboard, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
This tour gives you everything... Local history, incredible views, & dolphins! Red Boat crew made it a smooth experience. Thanks again for a memorable trip.
Thank you so much for your kind words and review! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with us. It was our pleasure to have you aboard, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Wonderful tour of the St. Augustine area! The boat captains were knowledgeable and fun. The dolphins were absolutely amazing!
Thank you so much for your kind words and review! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with us. It was our pleasure to have you aboard, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
We had so much fun on this tour! Our captain was very knowledgeable and very funny! We found a few dolphins and he made sure everyone got a chance to see it. Loved seeing St Augustine from a different perspective. Definitely recommend this tour
Thank you so much for your kind words and review, Kelly! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with us. It was our pleasure to have you aboard, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
My daughter and I had a great time on the boat tour. It wasn't crowded, we had enough room to walk around if needed. We were able to see several dolphins up close. The ride was relaxing and we enjoyed our time. I would definitely recommend the tour.
Thank you so much for your kind words and 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with us. It was our pleasure to have you aboard, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
