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    2-Hour Morning Dolphin Watch Cruise in Manteo

    Cruise protected waters to spot bottlenose dolphins with onboard narration

    4.8 stars• 693 reviews
    From$40/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2 hours

    Includes

    Dolphin tour

    Highlights

    Watch for bottlenose dolphins on a two-hour morning cruise aboard The Captain Johnny in protected waters near Manteo. Listen to factual narration as you enjoy views from the boat.

    • Board The Captain Johnny for a two-hour dolphin watch cruise
    • Explore protected waters that stay out of the ocean
    • Listen to narration about bottlenose dolphins along the Atlantic coast
    • Choose a tour available June through October
    • Use the onboard restroom during the cruise

    What's Included

    • Dolphin tour

    Things to know

    No alcohol and no bananas are allowed onboard. Capacity is limited to 49 passengers, and there is no minimum age for children.

    Cancellation Policy

    90% refund if you cancel at least 72 hours before sailing time. If you cancel within 71 hours or do not show up, you will be charged the full ticket price if unused tickets cannot be resold.

    FAQs

    Arrive and check in on site 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time.

    Dress for the beach and stay comfortable. Flip flops, shorts, and T-shirts are fine. Dress for the weather; a sweatshirt can feel good in the fall.

    If it’s a light sprinkle, the cruise may continue. Downpours and/or thunderstorms can lead to cancellation.

    Meeting details

    400 Queen Elizabeth Avenue

    Experience provided by Outer Banks Cruises
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    Adult

    $40.28

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    Child

    $23.32

    Age 12 and under

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    Infant

    $10.60

    18 months and under

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    This was an exciting cruise. We saw several different dolphins I was able to snap many photos. We thoroughly enjoyed it.

    Photo of Cindy E Webb

    Cindy E Webb

    May 16, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    This was an exciting cruise. We saw several different dolphins I was able to snap many photos. We thoroughly enjoyed it.

    Photo of Cindy E Webb

    Cindy E Webb

    May 16, 2026

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