Afternoon Dolphin Cruise
Product ID: 72762
Supplied by: Cattywampus Aquatic Adventures
This cruise will have a stop to swim and snorkel; then cruise the Emerald Coast for dolphin watching. We recommend bringing a towel, drinks, and snacks. We do not sell items on board. Snorkel masks will be provided this season but you are welcome to bring your own.
Overview
Captain Tony and his first mate will give you a tour from Okaloosa Island to the Destin Harbor and into the Gulf of Mexico in search of our dolphin friends. We even make a stop to jump in the water to swim and snorkel.
This cruise is the best one for families with young children or those who want to avoid afternoon heat. Pack your cooler with your favorite drinks and snacks, as we do not sell any onboard. The early morning is also a fantastic time to see wildlife such as birds, turtles, and dolphins. This trip begins with a 20-minute ride to our swim location, where you may also snorkel. Clean snorkel gear is provided; however, you are free to bring your own. When we’re finished snorkeling, we raise anchor and head out to see some of the area’s best marine life, in the Gulf of Mexico, if conditions are favorable. The captain may also cruise through the Destin Harbor to see our world-famous fishing fleet and some of Destin’s best hot spots. Hula-Hoops and other activities are on board for the kids. Great music, sunshine and fresh salt-water make for a fantastic morning out on the water.
Fun for the Whole Family
We offer dolphin watching tours with a stop to get in the water on all of our cruise times. Our cruises are 3 hours long. Guests are welcome to bring your own food, drinks, and small cooler. You may bring alcohol for guests 21yrs or older, please avoid glass. You are welcome to bring your own mask and snorkel. Snorkeling gear is available on board for guests. Capt and crew sanitize gear after every use. Don’t forget your towel and sunscreen!
Additional Information
Dogs are not allowed on the cruise due to insurance restrictions.
Guests can bring their own snorkel gear, but snorkel masks and snorkels are available on board, sanitized after each use. Life vests are also provided upon request.
There is a high likelihood of seeing dolphins, as well as rays, manatees, turtles, sharks, fish, crabs, and birds during the snorkeling adventure.
The catamaran is U.S. Coast Guard approved for up to 47 guests, with ample deck space. Reservations may be limited for social distancing. Shade is available on half of the boat, and seating is comfortable.
Motion sickness is rare, but Motion Eaze is recommended if needed. Swimming with dolphins in the wild is prohibited by federal law, as they are endangered and susceptible to human illnesses.
Non-swimmers can request a life vest and assistance in the waist-deep water at the swim site.
The boat offers hula hoops, water soakers, music, and even disco laser lights for entertainment. Shells can be kept if empty, but those containing marine life should be released to preserve the ecosystem.
Know before you go
On cruises with swimming activities, come prepared with your swimsuit and sunscreen worn under your clothes. Bring lotion-type sunscreen for re-application instead of spray or squirt sunscreens to avoid slippery and dangerous decks.
For Fort Walton Beach snorkeling or leisure cruises, consider bringing a cooler with drinks and snacks. Alcohol is allowed, but avoid glass drinking glasses. Pack a bag with essentials like a hat, camera, sunglasses, towels, and lotion-type sunscreen. Remember to bring extra money for a gratuity for the mate. Avoid using spray or squirt sunscreen.
In case of rain, we prioritize guest safety and will cancel trips during hazardous weather conditions like lightning or thunder. However, light rain or drizzle won't deter us from swimming, as tropical areas often experience brief rain events called cloud bursts. We may delay cruise departures by up to 30 minutes if the weather seems likely to improve.
If a cruise returns to the dock before completing half of the trip due to unsafe weather, each party will receive a raincheck valid for up to one year to be used on a future cruise. No compensation is provided if more than half of the cruise has been completed.
The Captain has full responsibility for the safety of the boat and passengers, and their decision determines whether a trip proceeds or not.
The customary gratuity for most excursion boats is 18%-20% of the total ticket price. For parties of 8 or more, an 18% gratuity will be automatically charged. Note that tipping via card only allows increments of $5.
Cancellation policy
If you cancel less than If a party decides that they do not want to go on the trip, we must have cancellation at least 48 hours prior to your trip.
