Join Rudee Tours for an unforgettable dolphin watching cruise along Virginia Beach’s stunning coastline. Perfect for families and wildlife lovers, this 90-minute voyage offers close encounters with playful dolphins and spectacular ocean views.
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Rudee Tours
Join Rudee Tours for an unforgettable dolphin watching cruise along Virginia Beach’s stunning coastline. Perfect for families and wildlife lovers, this 90-minute voyage offers close encounters with playful dolphins and spectacular ocean views.
Rudee Tours operates out of Virginia Beach and runs a broad lineup of ocean excursions including fishing charters, dolphin-watching cruises, speedboat rides, and seasonal specialty cruises. The company schedules short coastal trips like 60- to 90-minute dolphin cruises and the Rudee Rocket, alongside longer adventures such as 12-hour sea bass trips, 17-hour deep drop expeditions, and 13-hour pelagic wildlife explorations to Norfolk Canyon.
Rudee Tours provides all necessary fishing gear, on-board fish cleaning for many trips, climate-controlled cabins, and ADA-compliant vessels on select excursions, creating comfortable outings for families and anglers. Fishing itineraries cover inshore and offshore species including black sea bass, flounder, blueline tilefish, grouper, tautog, croakers, seatrout, triggerfish, and small sharks. Seasonal specials and holiday cruises like Sail with Santa and themed cocktail or mistletoe events expand options throughout the year. Crew members and naturalists guide trips, assist with gear and research activities on wildlife excursions, and prioritize safety and local regulations. Reservations and clear departure information are available for trips that often depart from Rudee Inlet and travel up to seventy miles offshore for pelagic experiences. Rudee Tours emphasizes transparent trip descriptions, supplied equipment, and family-friendly service to help customers select the right excursion. For anglers seeking deep-water sport fishing or families wanting comfortable wildlife viewing, Rudee Tours offers a dependable local choice for Virginia Beach ocean experiences. Experienced captains follow Virginia regulations, maintain safety equipment, and provide clear briefings; online reservations and seasonal schedules make planning straightforward for visitors year-round, and flexible cancellation policies are available.
Tours Offered
13
Diverse coastal and offshore trips
Trip Durations
60–1,020 min
From 60-minute rides to 17-hour expeditions
Offshore Range
Up to 70 miles
Trips to Norfolk Canyon and deep grounds
Family-Friendly
All ages
Dolphins, fishing, and holiday cruises
Reserve a Rudee Tours trip today — choose a fishing charter, dolphin cruise, or the Rudee Rocket for memorable Virginia Beach experiences.
Arrive early for the best viewing spots
Getting to the dock early increases your chances of sitting front and center for dolphin sightings.
Dress in layers
Coastal breezes can be cool even on warm days, so layering helps stay comfortable throughout the cruise.
Bring binoculars
While the boat has panoramic windows, binoculars enhance wildlife viewing, especially for distant dolphins.
Check the weather forecast before booking
Weather conditions can affect dolphin activity; a clear, calm day offers the best experience.
Hat and sunglasses
Protects against sun exposure during the cruise.
summer
Layered clothing
Layering keeps you comfortable in changing coastal weather.
spring;fall;winter
Camera with zoom lens
Capture distant dolphin flashes and scenic views.
all
Sunscreen
Prevent sunburn during extended outdoor time.
summer