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Dolphin Watching Cruise: Eco Tour Tampa Bay
4.7
291 Ratings
Madeira Beach
Join us aboard ‘The Big Blue Boat,’ the premier, most secure, and steadiest dolphin viewing vessel in the Tampa Bay area. Enjoy the serene, shielded back bay waters while observing dolphins, possibly manatees, numerous sea birds, a bird nesting island, a commercial fishing hamlet, and high-end residences.
Join us aboard ‘The Big Blue Boat,’ the premier, most secure, and steadiest dolphin viewing vessel in the Tampa Bay area. Enjoy the serene, shielded back bay waters while observing dolphins, possibly manatees, numerous sea birds, a bird nesting island, a commercial fishing hamlet, and high-end residences.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- 170 Boardwalk Pl E - Join us at Hubbard’s Marina for West Florida’s ORIGINAL and most exciting Dolphin Watch and wildlife encounter. “The Big Blue Boat” is the largest, safest, and most stable dolphin watch boat in the Tampa Bay area. Offering comfortable seating, restrooms, and an onboard snack-bar with cold soft drinks, beer, chips, candy, and…
- 170 Boardwalk Pl E - Join us at Hubbard’s Marina for West Florida’s ORIGINAL and most exciting Dolphin Watch and wildlife encounter. “The Big Blue Boat” is the largest, safest, and most stable dolphin watch boat in the Tampa Bay area. Offering comfortable seating, restrooms, and an onboard snack-bar with cold soft drinks, beer, chips, candy, and snacks.
Stroll on board and enjoy a real Florida experience! Make beautiful sights memorable…bring a camera and binoculars, cash for drinks and snacks. Reference books on sea life, wildlife, and history are available inside our gift shop as well.
All tours are fully narrated, informative and fun. Our vessels are U.S. Coast Guard certified.
What's Included
- Onboard restroom facilities
- Onboard restroom facilities
What's Not Included
- Snacks
- Gratuities
- Parking Fees
- Snacks
- Gratuities
- Parking Fees
Location
Hubbard's Marina
Boardwalk Place East
Trip departs from Hubbard's Marina at John's Pass. Plan to arrive 30-45 minutes in advance for check-in and boarding.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(291 Ratings)
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Nolegirl04
Jan 2, 2025
Hubbards Cruises are Top Notch! - I have been on various Hubbards cruises at least 20 times, they never disappoint! The guides are entertaining and vessels are clean!
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Lindsay_r
Dec 30, 2024
You won’t regret it! - Very well done. Your guides were knowledgeable, fun and friendly. 10/10 recommend. The little old man shaking his weinis in his thong was the highlight of our day 🤣
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Sayyah_j
Dec 28, 2024
Short & sweet - The trip was short and sweet... interesting to see the dolphins swimming so close to houses by the water...
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Brandieandtim_f
Dec 28, 2024
Great Date Day - We had an incredible experience with Hubbard’s Marina in Tampa! The dolphin-watching tour was so much fun, even though the dolphins weren’t very active that day. The captain went above and beyond to ensure everyone had an enjoyable time, sharing fascinating facts about the local wildlife and pointing out beautiful sights along the way. The crew was friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what they do.
The boat was clean and comfortable, and the overall atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming. Even with fewer dolphin sightings, the trip was a delight from start to finish. Hubbard’s Marina knows how to turn any outing into a memorable adventure, and I can’t wait to go back! Highly recommend for anyone visiting Tampa!
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Jet26998743303
Dec 27, 2024
Great boat ride - We loved talking to the captian and first mate !!! The history of the area and telling us about the hurricane was fascinating infortmation! We saw dolphins too! It was great happy to support a local business trying to get back on there feet
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Dorothy_m
Dec 15, 2024
A fun trip - Was a lot of fun my husband and I enjoyed it very much. Did get to see Dolphins. Crew on boat were vert nice and knowledgeable in finding where dolphins might be
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Becci_g
Dec 10, 2024
You need to check out - It was fun experience and good price. The captain was fun and knowledgeable. We saw dolphins right away. I would recommend this place for sure
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Kathyr677
Dec 6, 2024
Dolphin tour - Captain and first mate were very friendly and polite and funny. Saw lots of dolphins and it was a beautiful day . Lots of damage due to hurricane
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James_m
Nov 30, 2024
Treasured memory of FL for our family - Our tour captain worked really hard to find dolphin pods in light rain conditions. Kept up the atmosphere with throw back songs on boat deck with rain in the title…. “Blame it on the Rain”, Purple Rain”…etc.: Also gave plenty of info/facts about landmarks along the way with updates on hurricane Milton recovery. Snacks available to purchase along with bathroom on board. Definitely recommend for family looking for activity for grandma, grandpa, mom., dad, teens & little ones to do together. Thank you! This will be a treasured memory for our family. Hope to visit FL & Madeira Beach area again some day.
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Alice_d
Nov 17, 2024
I would do it again - We saw many dolphins plus the captain was a great tour guide, telling us about some of the buildings and houses that we saw. Made it very interesting.
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