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Tropical Tides Scenic Day Cruise - Public
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min–2h
- Price from
- $59 / person
- Location
- Fort Myers, United States
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 12 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 30
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Punta Gorda Adventures
- Meeting point
- Come into Laishley Park Marina where there is ample parking, we recommend parking in front of the Downtown Bait & Tackle Shop. We meet at the public floating dock just a short walk from the Bait & Tackle Shop.
Description
Come aboard The Oasis and leave your worries on land! Bring your favorite drinks (cans only) and experience Charlotte Harbor’s most relaxing way to meet the locals—our playful bottlenose dolphins. We keep drinks ice-cold in a jumbo cooler and provide cups, plates, napkins, and a private electric-flush restroom. Lounge under the tiki roof or stretch out on plush seating while island tunes roll. This isn’t just a boat ride—it’s a naturalist-led eco tour. Learn how dolphins hunt and raise calves as we slow for respectful viewing (sightings common, never guaranteed). Watch for seasonal manatees, ospreys, pelicans, rays, snook, and the mangrove nurseries that power this estuary. Kids (and curious adults) love our discovery bucket—conch shells, captain’s spyglasses, fossils, and skeleton models bring the ecosystem to life. You’ll leave with new facts, great photos, and that vacation feeling.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM, 4:00 PM, 4:30 PM, and 5:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 23
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $59
- Child (ages 0–12)
- $45
In demand: 119 of the next 120 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Smile and waive to our land-loving friends as we cruise by the iconic Fisherman's Village! We'll pass by water-front restaurants like Harpoon Harry's and Village Brewhouse.
The latest and greatest resort on Charlotte Harbor. See its 8 stories stretch into the blue horizon of the Florida sky, and wave to a friendly passerby.
Behold the multi-million dollar real estate of the luxurious canals of Punta Gorda Isles. We'll take a quick detour from our quest to encounter wild dolphins to do a little window shopping and look at Zillow listings.
Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands
Where the dolphins hang out. We'll search for our finned friends at all the local hotspots. Our certified naturalists will teach you and your crew all about the local wildlife, the eco system in which they live, and the history and culture of SWFL! All while you enjoy your BYOB drinks.
Wave to our land loving friends as we pass by aboard "The Oasis" before returning to Laishley Park Marina!
What's included
Included
Naturalist-led narration on Charlotte Harbor Wildlife & Ecology Facts
Props For Selfies
Cooler Full Of Ice
Cups, Plates, Napkins, And Cutlery
Fully enclosed flushing head on board.
Not included
Feel free to BYOB!
We sell chips and charcuterie on board.
We sell sodas and sparkling water at our elevated bar.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
12 reviews
How it compares in Fort Myers
- Starting price $59 is close to the typical $59 for tours of similar length in Fort Myers
Excurgo comparison of 181 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 Tropical Tides Scenic Day Cruise - Public take?
Tropical Tides Scenic Day Cruise - Public lasts about 1h 30min–2h. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Tropical Tides Scenic Day Cruise - Public cost?
Prices start at $59 per person for this Fort Myers 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.
What days does Tropical Tides Scenic Day Cruise - Public run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 4:00 PM, 4:30 PM, and 5:00 PM.
How much does Tropical Tides Scenic Day Cruise - Public cost for children?
Children aged 0–12 pay from $45, adults from $59.
Does Tropical Tides Scenic Day Cruise - Public sell out?
It can: 119 of the next 120 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Tropical Tides Scenic Day Cruise - Public 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 Come into Laishley Park Marina where there is ample parking, we recommend parking in front of the Downtown Bait & Tackle Shop. We meet at the public floating dock just a short walk from the Bait & Tackle Shop. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Tropical Tides Scenic Day Cruise - Public offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(12)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
A
Disappointing
What a disappointment! Even though I have correspondence from the tour director that they cancelled our tour and would contact TA concerning our refund we were denied reimbursement stating the tour company did not approve it. There is no reason this should have been denied I was hoping after several correspondence attempts that this would get resolved. Unfortunately I will now have to file a dispute through VISA. I have always had faith in Trip Advisor but this experience will keep me from working with them in the future as well as the local Dolphin Cruise Company.
M
A trip worth taking.
Had a blast. The guides were incredibly hospitable and knowledgeable about the area and the wildlife we saw. The sunset was gorgeous. Well worth it. The family loved it.
R
Great fun for entertaining out of town visitors
Very enjoyable. The guide and captain were very knowledgeable and made the cruise a lot of fun! The tiki boat was great ... would go again and again with out of town visitors!
Operator response
Thanks for your great review! Hope see you again soon!
B
July 4th
Jeff and Cole were a blast, highly recommended!!
B
Dayside cruise/cancelled Sunset Cruise
My friend and I booked for the Sunset BYOB cruise for our scheduled day, however recieved a text that day saying we had to be moved either to the dayside cruise due to not enough people that night for the sunset cruise, or do a sunset cruise the next day. We had plans for the following day so we chose the dayside, so that was disapointing for us. Our crew was good and friendly, but we thought there would be more talking about Florida/history of the area/facts. It was more of small talk/talk about personal life. We unfortunately did not see any dolphins but got to see some pelicans and birds. We then began heading back and were booked until 7:00, we got to the dock at 6:30 and boarded off. So half an hour was left there (which we understand time must be left in between for the next cruise, however we figured to go until 7 due to as far as we knew, there was no sunset cruise that night) We then got off the dock and chatted with some other people waiting for a Sunset cruise that night for the same boat. Not sure why my friend and I were taken off the cruise we booked when it was still happening. Fun time just not sure it was worth over $100 for two people.
Operator response
Thank you for your feedback and I’m sorry the cruise didn’t meet your expectations around dolphins. Dolphin sightings are wildlife-dependent and can be affected by weather, but you’re right that the crew should have explained any route change and provided the dolphin commentary noted in our description. We will address this with our captains and guides and review our tour description and guest communications to make expectations clearer. Please contact the booking platform or our customer support if we can help further .
M
Excellent
Great guide and captain, enjoyed the ride
Operator response
Thanks for your great review. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
B
Amazing ride on the Tiki Boat Oasis
We had a wonderful evening cruising on the Oasis. It was an awesome, got to see some Dolphins and a wonderful sunset . The crew was amazing and very professional.
A
This was fun , exciting & very binding for a few hours !
It’s was a great outing with the family! Educating & great to be on the water! Yes I would recommend it as well as do it again!
D
Wonderful
Keep your eyes on the water because you never know where you'll spot the dolphins! Relaxing and fun!
Operator response
Glade to hear you had a great time spotting dolphins!
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