Surf's Up Dolphin Cruises
Surf's Up Dolphin Cruises
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Boat ToursDolphin & Whale WatchingNature & Wildlife Tours
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Full view
About
Surf's Up Dolphin Cruises! Affordable family fun! You are guaranteed to see wild dolphins surf and play in their natural environment. We are located at Caribe Marina- 28101 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach, Al. All trips are between a hour and a half to two hours long. We charge $12-$15 per person and kids 2 and under are free. We run Monday through Saturday. You do need a reservation, so call 251-965-7873 a day or so before you want to ride. Also, feel free to bring along a small cooler with drinks and snacks. Don't forget sunblock!
Orange Beach, United States
Meets animal welfare guidelines
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2024
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Cary H
Saint Louis, MO6 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
Great little adventure for the family. Very affordable, we took the sunset cruise it was very cloudy so their wasn't much of a sunset however we got a little longer ride so it made it worth it. They are experts at getting the dolphins to give you a good show. Using two boats running side by side got the dolphins jumping. My only suggestion might be make one boat for 10 and up and make one for the littles. We had a poor momma with screaming child that made the ride a little annoying. Luckily the boat motor drowned most of it out. Overall great time can't beat the price. I also liked how they let your own drinks. Others charge for this.
Written 30 July 2020
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Stacey P
10 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
So much fun!! They broke the large group up into 2 boats, it started to rain so they held off on the departure until it cleared up. The captain of the boat and his copilot were amazing and very friendly, the copilot was wiping everything down after the rain. They allowed everyone to get a good view of the dolphins jumping out of the waves. They took pictures of families, it was informational and well worth the $12 per person. There is a bathroom and they sell water for $1. You can also bring a small cooler in the boat with you.
Written 10 July 2020
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KEVIN B
1 contribution
Mar 2021
We did this same Dolphin cruise last year. It was such a great experience that we sought them out again. The people, the Dolphins, and even just the boat ride is well worth the money. It is a great value!! With 2 boats making such a wake, the Dolphins really follow for a long time. You have plenty of opportunities for pictures and videos of the Dolphins.
See you again next year!!!!
See you again next year!!!!
Written 5 April 2021
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Karen R
4 contributions
May 2020 • Family
This was the most amazing dolphin cruise we have ever been on! The price was very affordable for families. The crew did a great job getting us the best experience. The group size was small and there were no obstructions so you could see on both sides of the boat. We saw a few dolphins before we met up with the other boat. The 2 boats from this company rode beside each other and the dolphins did jumps and tricks in between both boats for a long time! The other dolphin cruise boats out started following us so they could see them too. Thank you Surfs Up for my teenagers’ favorite part of our vacation!
Written 21 May 2020
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Dan K
95 contributions
Jun 2020 • Family
On the coast, things seem to be either expensive, or low cost and "ok". This was absolutely worth the low fee and was very enjoyable. Our 2 hr cruise on the open bowed boat was gorgeous in itself, but the 2 captains do a great job finding the dolphins, then navigating both boats so the dolphins put on an amazing show. We loved it all and the dolphins were amazing. Highly recommended!!
Written 18 June 2020
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MCKENZIE
HATTIESBURG19 contributions
Jul 2021
This Dolphin Cruise was phenomenal. Our family of 5 thoroughly enjoyed it. The company runs 2 boats at a time which created the perfect environment for the Dolphins to performed up close for us. The price was really affordable, crew made us feel welcomed and very knowledgeable.
Things to note, they allow you to bring your personal snacks and water/drink. Life jackets are given to small kids to wear.
Things to note, they allow you to bring your personal snacks and water/drink. Life jackets are given to small kids to wear.
Written 10 July 2021
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Julie B
Albia, United States30 contributions
Jun 2021 • Family
We had a great experience with this company! We did the sunset dolphin cruise and the boat is spacious and has room for everyone to see the dolphins well. We saw quite a few dolphins on our tour and they know how to entice the dolphins to jump and play for a great show. The drive their two boats side by side after spotting the dolphins causing a nice wave/surf in the middle of the two boats that the dolphins love to play in. They sell water on board for a $1 and the crew was great. My husband wasn’t sure it was going to be that great but afterward admitted that was a lot cooler than he thought! Everyone agreed it was a highlight of the trip.
Written 26 June 2021
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DMP2216
Tinley Park, IL15 contributions
Jun 2021
Great experience for all ages! We had a group of 8 (4 couples 45-50's) and we had a great time. The boat ride was great, the tour guide was great and the dolphins were real show offs! The boat captain gets the dolphins to "ride the waves" in the boat wake and they sure do put on a show.
Super reasonable ticket prices, too and you can bring your own food and drink or purchase beverages on the boat. Allow enough time to get there, check in and check out the gift shop.
Super reasonable ticket prices, too and you can bring your own food and drink or purchase beverages on the boat. Allow enough time to get there, check in and check out the gift shop.
Written 28 June 2021
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lotusblossomnyc20
Ulan-Ude, Russia4 contributions
Apr 2022 • Family
Great tour! The price is good, the crew is nice and we saw a whole dolphin show they've put for us.
We saw about 7 dolphins and they seemed to really enjoy jumping with the waves that boats made. There were two boats cruising at the same time which helped to attract dolphins.
The cruise is family friendly. We booked a 5pm tour and it was 1.5 hour which was desirable for us and our 2 year old.
It's truly a beautiful experience and the crew made it even better. Definitely recommend!
We saw about 7 dolphins and they seemed to really enjoy jumping with the waves that boats made. There were two boats cruising at the same time which helped to attract dolphins.
The cruise is family friendly. We booked a 5pm tour and it was 1.5 hour which was desirable for us and our 2 year old.
It's truly a beautiful experience and the crew made it even better. Definitely recommend!
Written 7 May 2022
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tthor25
34 contributions
May 2021
You can’t beat $12 a person! Amazing experience! We were wondering whether or not we’d be able to go because the ocean was so wavy from storms but we stayed right in the bay. They had two boats go out in each side of the bay and then met at the end to be side by side for the dolphins to play right in the wake from the two boats. Definitely will do it again if we’re back in the area
Written 12 May 2021
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Check the website or call them, better yet try another company.
Written 19 October 2018
shar0nl83
Gulfport, Mississippi
Do you have to buy tickets in advance ? Or can u just walk up and purchase?
Written 17 October 2018
You can do either. We didn’t purchase in advance because we had small children and didn’t know how they would do. If you don’t order in advance, I would recommend getting there early to ensure tickets. We were one of the first ones there but as it got closer to time to board, it was full in the waiting area.
Written 18 October 2018
Is there a bathroom on the boat?
Written 13 April 2018
The boat we were on (one of two they run) had a bathroom. Don't know about the other boat.
Written 25 April 2018
la0046
Bells, Tennessee
Can someone in a wheelchair board your boat without getting out of the wheelchair?
Written 8 March 2018
No they will have to down a ladder into boat . But at anyway possible it would be well worth it . Very family friendly too!
Written 17 March 2018
Is their a time that is better to see the most dolphins on the day trips? Going to have the grandkid's and want to make sure they have the best chance to see dolphins. Thanks
Written 1 February 2018
We went on the 6pm cruise in October and it was amazing! There was tons of dolphins.
Written 2 February 2018
have the dolphins returned since the hurricanes have departed
Written 13 September 2017
SurfsUp7873
Orange Beach, Alabama
Thankfully, we did not really get anything from Irma but a couple of blustery days. To answer your question our dolphin still seem happy and healthy. I saw Plenty of dolphin on my beach run this morning and we had several groups playing during our afternoon trip in the bays. Thanks for checking in.
Written 14 September 2017
I have a Visit South's Coast 360 book that says "Unbeatable Trip! Unbelievable Price! $10.....is there a coupon I need? I called and was told it was $12.50
Written 15 June 2015
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