Dolphin Watching Cruise with Hubbard’s Marina in Madeira Beach
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; no strenuous activity required
Overview
Glide through Boca Ciega Bay on a 1.5-hour Dolphin Watching Cruise with Hubbard’s Marina. Enjoy close encounters with dolphins and coastal wildlife from a comfortable, narrated boat tour departing Madeira Beach.
Dolphin Watching Cruise
and Nature Eco Tour
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About This Adventure
Embark on a thrilling 1.5-hour Dolphin Watching Nature Cruise, where you’ll witness dolphins and a variety of wildlife in their natural habitat. Enjoy informative narration as you glide through scenic Boca Ciega Bay, passing charming fishing villages and stunning mansions, all while relaxing on a comfortable, Coast Guard-certified boat.
Dolphin Watching Nature Cruise and Eco Tour
Observe Florida's wildlife up close in their natural habitat!
Duration
1.5 Hours
About
All tours are fully narrated, informative and fun. Boats are U.S. Coast Guard certified. For you convenience, refreshments, snacks and restrooms are available on board. Boats offer covered, comfortable seating along with open decks.
Dolphins guaranteed; also pelicans, egrets, herons and occasionally manatee, osprey, and bald eagles.
Touring upper Boca Ciega Bay from historic John's Pass Boardwalk!
Travel through commercial fishing villages, past mangrove islands, country parks and million-dollar mansions!
Adventure Tips
Bring binoculars for distant wildlife viewing
Binoculars enhance spotting dolphins and birds especially beyond the immediate shoreline.
Wear sunscreen and a hat
Even with covered seating, sun exposure on open decks is significant during daytime cruises.
Arrive early for smooth boarding
Check-in at least 15 minutes before departure to avoid delays and pick your preferred seat.
Motion sickness preparations may help
If you’re prone to seasickness, consider taking remedies before boarding to stay comfortable.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Bottlenose dolphins
- Brown pelicans
History
John's Pass Boardwalk, origin point for cruises, dates back to the 1840s and remains a hub for fishing and boating culture.
Conservation
The bay’s fragile ecosystems are protected through sustainable boating practices and local wildlife monitoring efforts.
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Recommended Gear
Sunscreen
Protects skin from intense sun during open-deck cruising.
summer specific
Binoculars
Enhances wildlife viewing beyond the boat’s immediate surroundings.
Light jacket
Useful for cooler breezes on the water especially during fall and winter mornings.
fall specific
Motion sickness pills
Helpful for those susceptible to seasickness during the cruise.