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    Estero Bay Dolphin-Watching Charter

    Cruise Estero Bay, watch for dolphins, and stop for lunch and drinks

    4.9 stars• 104 reviews

    Duration

    3.5 hrs

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Bottled water, cooler with ice

    Highlights

    Cruise Estero Bay toward a lunch destination while taking in the sights. Watch for dolphins along the route, without wildlife guarantees.

    • Explore Estero Bay on the way to your lunch stop
    • Watch for dolphins along the sightseeing route
    • Enjoy time ashore for lunch and drinks
    • Bring food and drinks for the trip
    • Pack sunscreen, a hat, a bathing suit, and towels
    • Bring a jacket or sweatshirt for breezy winter days

    What's Included

    • Complimentary bottled water
    • Cooler with ice

    Important details

    • Do not bring illegal substances; the trip returns to the dock without a refund if they are found
    • Do not smoke or vape onboard
    • Keep alcohol amounts moderate
    • Expect itinerary changes when weather, sea conditions, or the captain's judgment require them
    • Gratuity is not included in the listed price and is optional

    Cancellation Policy

    Complete deposit refund for cancellations within 14 days of the trip. No deposit refund within 7 days or for cancellations within 24 hours or no-shows. If the operator cancels due to weather before leaving the dock, you'll receive a complete refund.

    Product ID: UBG8HB

    FAQs

    Your Estero Bay charter plans about 1.5 hours for lunch and drinks, with about 1 hour of travel each way.

    Bring food and drinks, including soda, beer, wine, or mixed drinks. Keep alcohol amounts moderate. Complimentary bottled water and a cooler with ice are provided.

    Photos may be taken during the trip, and you or your group may appear in photos used on social media or the website.

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    3.5 Hour Charter

    $461.10

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
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    Captain Ray has built a genuinely loyal following in the Fort Myers area, with many guests returning multiple times and booking him whenever friends or family visit. His dolphin tours are the standout offering, and reviewers consistently rave about how close they get to the dolphins, the informative commentary, and Ray's obvious passion for the local waters. He even has names for some of the dolphins he regularly encounters, which speaks to how well he knows the area. Beyond dolphin cruises, Ray offers fishing charters, shell collecting trips, sunrise cruises, and even sea burial ceremonies, handling each with the same level of care and flexibility. Guests appreciate his willingness to accommodate special requests, whether that means adjusting departure times or tailoring the experience to kids. For small groups especially, the private charter option is considered well worth it compared to larger tour boats.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 3
    5/5

    So happy we booked- best day of our vacation. Ray was great on communication- comfortable boat..we only had 4 passengers, but still the cost was not much more than if we went with one of the larger tour boats. Not sure why anyone with a group of 5 or 6 would ever consider not hiring Ray. In addition to Dolphins and Manatees, first time we saw large pelican groups in trees.

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    Catherine S

    April 30, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    So happy we booked- best day of our vacation. Ray was great on communication- comfortable boat..we only had 4 passengers, but still the cost was not much more than if we went with one of the larger tour boats. Not sure why anyone with a group of 5 or 6 would ever consider not hiring Ray. In addition to Dolphins and Manatees, first time we saw large pelican groups in trees.

    Photo of Catherine S

    Catherine S

    April 30, 2026

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