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    Midday Dolphin Cruise in Pensacola Beach

    Cruise Pensacola Beach on a double-decker catamaran and watch for dolphins

    4.5 stars• 243 reviews
    From$43/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    1.5 - 2 Hours

    Includes

    Restrooms, Music, Seating

    Highlights

    Set out on a mid-day cruise aboard the Premier I, a double-decker, open-aired catamaran. Watch for dolphins, birds, and other marine life along the Gulf Islands National Seashore.

    • Cruise on a 100-passenger, double-decker covered catamaran
    • Watch for dolphins and other marine life along the national seashore
    • Enjoy open views with plenty of seating on board
    • Use onboard restrooms during the cruise
    • Buy food, non-alcoholic drinks, and souvenirs on board
    • Depart once a minimum of 20 guests is met

    What's Included

    • Catamaran cruise
    • Restrooms
    • Music

    Things to know

    No outside food or beverages are allowed. Guests of the property depart 30 minutes before the scheduled start time.

    Cancellation Policy

    Tickets are non-refundable unless the cruise is canceled by the cruise operators due to weather or maintenance. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather. Tickets may be transferred to other dates/times.

    FAQs

    If you’re a public guest, plan to arrive at the dock 45 minutes before departure to park and check in (parking can be limited in spring and summer). If you’re a Portofino Island Resort guest, arrive 15 minutes before your resort departure time to check in.

    Yes. If you’re staying at Portofino Island Resort, you depart 30 minutes before the scheduled tour departure time and take a short cruise from the resort to the starting location.

    If you arrive more than 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time, you may not see the boat at the dock yet.

    Experience provided by Premier Dolphin Cruise of Pensacola
    Experience provided by Premier Dolphin Cruise of Pensacola

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    Adult

    $43.47

    Ages 13+

    0

    Child

    $31.72

    Ages 0-12

    0

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    Review summary

    4.5
    Excellent
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    This cruise consistently delivers what matters most: dolphin sightings happen quickly (often within 15 minutes), and the boat itself is notably spacious and clean, which families especially appreciate. The crew gets high marks for being professional and friendly, with staff members like Chase earning specific praise for their knowledge and entertaining commentary. The sunset cruises seem particularly popular, offering gorgeous views of Pensacola Bay alongside the wildlife watching. The 90-minute tours strike a good balance of time on the water, and guests love perks like karaoke on the upper deck that make it fun for kids and adults alike. A few visitors found the energy a bit more low-key compared to other dolphin tours they've experienced, and onboard snacks and drinks run around $4 each, which caught some off guard. However, the overwhelming majority felt they got excellent value, with smooth rides even in choppy conditions and genuinely welcoming service. The flexible rebooking when weather interferes also shows they take care of their guests.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We had a fantastic time on our sunset dolphin cruise! We saw so many dolphins and the staff were informative and friendly! Head upstairs to see the dolphins when the boat slows down.

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    Hannah Avelsgard

    April 27, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We had a fantastic time on our sunset dolphin cruise! We saw so many dolphins and the staff were informative and friendly! Head upstairs to see the dolphins when the boat slows down.

    Photo of Hannah Avelsgard

    Hannah Avelsgard

    April 27, 2026

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