Dolphin Cruise & Beach Adventure on Pensacola Bay
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly seated cruise with optional swimming and beach walking
Overview
Set sail on Pensacola Bay with an intimate dolphin cruise that ends with a relaxing beach stop, perfect for small groups craving wildlife and shoreline serenity.
Private OR Semi Private Powerboat Dolphin Cruise & Beach Stop (up to 6 guests)
See dolphins in the wild, and visit a cool island accessible only by boat!
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About This Adventure
Embark on a unique dolphin cruise that combines scenic sightseeing with a relaxing beach stop! Enjoy a three-hour adventure through Pensacola Bay, where you’ll encounter curious Bottlenose dolphins and diverse marine life. With a maximum of six guests, this intimate experience offers beachcombing, swimming, and stunning views of the Gulf Coast.
PLEASE NOTE, IF BOOKED AS A SEMI PRIVATE TOUR, THERE IS A MINIMUM OF 4 GUESTS TO OPERATE THE TRIP. IF MINIMUM IS NOT MET, GUESTS WILL BE OFFERED A REFUND OR MAY RESCHEDULE.
Add a stop at a beautiful secluded beach to your dolphin cruise! Choose our 3 hour dolphin cruise with beach stop. We offer this cruise by powerboat, which follows the same approximate route as the 2 hour dolphin cruise, plus an hour stop at a gorgeous beach accessible only by boat. Guests can do some beachcombing, swimming or picknicking at this stop. Captained private or semi-private tours available, up to 6 guests.
Pensacola Bay, Santa Rosa Sound and the Gulf of Mexico are home to many pods of Bottlenose Dolphin. These wild dolphins are naturally curious and inclined to investigate boats traveling the waters of their home. Though swimming with dolphins is prohibited by law, viewing them by boat in their natural habitat is an amazing encounter. On this trip, you will likely see other marine life and shorebirds, including sea turtles, stingrays, ospreys, blue herons, pelicans, cormorants, the occasional bald eagle, and schools of fish.
This is a scenic sightseeing tour of Pensacola by water. On a typical route, we cruise along the National Seashore, and may pass by landmarks such as Fort Pickens, NAS Pensacola: home of the Blue Angels, the Naval Aviation Museum, and the Pensacola Lighthouse.
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Adventure Tips
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Protect your skin and the marine environment by using reef-safe sunscreen during the cruise.
Wear water shoes
The beach stop may have shells and rocks; water shoes ensure comfortable walking and swimming.
Stay hydrated
Bring a refillable water bottle to stay refreshed in the Gulf Coast sun.
Charge your camera
Have your camera or phone ready with full battery to capture dolphin sightings and scenic views.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Bottlenose dolphins
- Western sandpipers
History
Pensacola Bay played a key role in early Gulf Coast exploration and maritime trade dating back to the 16th century.
Conservation
Operators emphasize minimizing disturbance to marine animals and promoting reef-safe products to protect local habitats.
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Adventure Hotspots in Pensacola
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Binoculars
Helps spot distant dolphins and seabirds across the bay.
summer specific
Light rain jacket
Useful in case of brief coastal showers during spring cruises.
spring specific
Swimsuit
Ideal for swimming during the beach stop on warmer days.
summer specific
Hat with a brim
Provides sun protection during time on deck and at the beach.
summer specific