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    Watch Dolphins on a Guided Galveston Harbor Cruise

    Cruise Galveston Harbor and look for wild dolphins with a guided narration

    4.9 stars• 5K reviews
    From$35/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    45 minutes

    Includes

    Guided harbor cruise, Narration

    Highlights

    Ride an open-air pontoon on a 45-minute guided cruise through Galveston Harbor while watching for dolphins in their natural habitat. Learn about local maritime history along the way.

    • Board an open-air pontoon for a 45-minute harbor cruise
    • Spot wild dolphins as you cruise through Galveston Harbor
    • Listen to narrated stories about Galveston’s maritime history
    • Relax with shaded seating and an onboard restroom
    • Bring leashed pets and cruise with a family-friendly crew

    Things to know

    Check in 30 minutes before your scheduled time; late arrivals may be rescheduled and the boat departs promptly. Smoking and vaping are not permitted onboard. Request wheelchair access at booking to use an alternate dock with ramp access.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 72 hours before your scheduled tour for a full refund. No-shows or cancellations within 72 hours are non-refundable.

    FAQs

    Check in 30 minutes before your scheduled time. If you arrive within 15 minutes of departure, the crew may reschedule you to a later time, and the boat departs promptly and can’t wait for late arrivals.

    The cruise operates rain or shine on a covered vessel. It cancels only for unsafe conditions such as lightning or an official U.S. Coast Guard Small Craft Advisory; if it cancels for safety, you’ll be offered rescheduling or a refund.

    Wheelchair access is available, but you need to request it at booking so the crew can use an alternate dock with ramp access.

    Meeting details

    2100 Harborside dr Galveston Texas. 77550

    Experience provided by BayWatch Dolphin Tours
    Experience provided by BayWatch Dolphin Tours

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    Adult

    $35.42

    API/Groupon

    0

    Child

    $23.99

    API/Groupon

    0

    Infant

    $9.14

    Ages 2 and under

    0

    Child Group Discount

    $3.43

    Ages 12 and Under • 5 Child tickets for the price of 4!

    0

    Adult Group Discount

    $3.43

    Ages 13+ • Includes 5 Adult tickets at a discounted price!

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    Tax Exempt Adult

    $3.43

    0

    Adult - API

    $3.43

    0

    Child - API

    $3.43

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    5K reviews•Google Maps

    Galveston Bay comes alive on these tours, with dolphins regularly making appearances and captains who clearly love what they do. Captain Ben and Captain Adam get consistent shout-outs for being knowledgeable, funny, and genuinely engaging throughout the experience. Beyond just pointing out wildlife, they share interesting facts about the Port of Galveston and even know individual dolphins by name, which adds a personal touch that visitors appreciate. Early morning tours seem to be the sweet spot for dolphin sightings, with multiple guests remarking they saw way more than expected. The captains strike a nice balance between education and entertainment, throwing in good music and humor to keep things lively. Small touches matter here too: one captain let a young passenger help steer the boat, creating exactly the kind of memory families hope for. With thousands of reviews maintaining stellar feedback, this operation clearly delivers a reliable, fun experience on the water.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    This was me and my family 1st time and we loved it every thing was nice and the captain was super funny he joked and made everyone feel welcome it was a 10/10 we will definitely be back

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    deidra parker

    April 3, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    This was me and my family 1st time and we loved it every thing was nice and the captain was super funny he joked and made everyone feel welcome it was a 10/10 we will definitely be back

    Photo of deidra parker

    deidra parker

    April 3, 2026

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