Cruise Pensacola Beach on a double-decker catamaran to spot dolphins and coastal wildlife
Discover what we've curated for you
1.5 - 2 Hours
Restrooms, Music, Beverages
Set out on a sunset catamaran cruise along Pensacola Beach and watch for dolphins and other marine life. Relax on an open-aired, covered boat with onboard comforts as you take in views of the protected Gulf Islands National Seashore.
This cruise requires a minimum of 20 guests to operate; if the minimum is not met, you will be notified to reschedule or cancel. Public pickup is at the dock located behind Bounce at the cruise's start time. If you arrive earlier than 15 minutes prior to departure, the boat may not be at the dock yet.
All sales are final and restrictions apply. Tickets are non-refundable unless the cruise is canceled by the operators due to weather or maintenance. Cruises are weather dependent and may be canceled or rescheduled at the operator's discretion, sometimes decided the morning of.
Public guests should plan to arrive 45 minutes before departure to allow time for parking and check-in. During spring and summer, parking can be limited, so arriving about an hour early is advised. Portofino Island Resort guests should arrive 15 minutes before their resort departure time.
Portofino Island Resort guests depart 30 minutes prior to the scheduled tour departure time and take a short cruise from the resort to the dolphin tour starting location.
Bring a camera and sun protection.
the dock located behind Bounce
This cruise consistently delivers what matters most: dolphin sightings happen quickly (often within 15 minutes), and the boat itself is notably spacious and clean, which families especially appreciate. The crew gets high marks for being professional and friendly, with staff members like Chase earning specific praise for their knowledge and entertaining commentary. The sunset cruises seem particularly popular, offering gorgeous views of Pensacola Bay alongside the wildlife watching. The 90-minute tours strike a good balance of time on the water, and guests love perks like karaoke on the upper deck that make it fun for kids and adults alike. A few visitors found the energy a bit more low-key compared to other dolphin tours they've experienced, and onboard snacks and drinks run around $4 each, which caught some off guard. However, the overwhelming majority felt they got excellent value, with smooth rides even in choppy conditions and genuinely welcoming service. The flexible rebooking when weather interferes also shows they take care of their guests.
Fantastic dolphin cruise with a great captain and crew! We absolutely loved our sunset dolphin cruise! We saw plenty of dolphins and enjoyed beautiful weather. Looking forward to our next cruise!
lisa markham
April 2, 2026
Fantastic dolphin cruise with a great captain and crew! We absolutely loved our sunset dolphin cruise! We saw plenty of dolphins and enjoyed beautiful weather. Looking forward to our next cruise!
lisa markham
April 2, 2026