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“Our Damn Good Guides go above and beyond, and we’ve handpicked every single one. We’re passionate about the outdoors and look forward to getting you out on the trip of a lifetime, every time.”

Jonathan and Attison   |   Co-founders   |   Austin, Texas

Dolphin Watching Guides

Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore, Dolphin Watching in Destin

Destin Fishing Charter Federal Boat

100% (5)
35 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,000
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Eco Tour, Boat Cruise, Dolphin Watching in Folly Beach

Morris Island & Eco Tours

NEW
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $450
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Eco Tour, Boat Cruise, Dolphin Watching in Morehead City

'Round We Go

NEW
21 ft 1 - 6 People From $649
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Eco Tour, Dolphin Watching, Snorkeling in Fort Walton Beach

Eco Tours

100% (5)
23 ft 1 - 6 People From $700
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Boat Cruise, Dolphin Watching, Sunset Cruise in Fort Walton Beach

Sunset Dolphin Cruise

100% (5)
36 ft 1 - 12 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Eco Tour, Boat Cruise, Dolphin Watching in Hilton Head Island

Deluxe Dolphin Experience

NEW
21 ft 1 - 6 People From $329
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Everything to Know About Booking a tours trip

Why should I book a dolphin watching trip with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 63 private dolphin watching trips, and the most popular trips are Back Country Eco Tours guided by Austin, Channel Area /Dolphin Watching Tour guided by Mike, and Naples Port Royal Water Tours guided by Brad.

Our guides are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 5945 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for private kid friendly dolphin watching trips? Check out our beginner and family friendly dolphin watching trips.

What types of dolphin watching trips are common?

The most commonly sought after species for dolphin watching tours are: 1. bottlenose dolphin, 2. manatee, 3. humpback whale, 4. green sea turtle, and 5. loggerhead sea turtle.

How much does a private dolphin watching trip cost?

Prices for dolphin watching trips can range anywhere from about $345 to $1,750, but the average price for a half day trip for dolphin watching trips is $775. The average price for a full day trip for dolphin watching trips is $1,637.

Is booking a guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is in the wild every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of having a great trip.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for dolphin watching tours?

The most popular season for dolphin watching tours is summer, and most people book their trips 22 days in advance.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Ray was knowledgable about area and fishing spots. He was a great guy and a well trained captain. However, we paid for 5 people on a charter and only 2 - 3 poles were ever in the water. This was due to high chop but still somewhat disappointing. I would try captain Ray again.

    Marc M. | August 12, 2025

    Trip: Captiva And Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Freddy was our Capt. what a trip….this guide was awesome and comes highly recommended…

    Joseph H. | August 4, 2025

    Trip: Laid Back SPI

  • ★★★★★
    Russell was the best!!! My son and I went out for his 15 th birthday and was not disappointed at all. Russell put us on the fish and was very helpful in every way on our trip!! Highly recommend using Fish on…

    Jared L. | July 28, 2025

    Trip: Dolphin Spotting And Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Our trip with Captain Jason was the best day ever! We caught a ton of shrimp and even got to see dolphins up close to the boat. Our kids had a blast! We’ve been coming here for years and haven’t had an experience anything like we did today! We will definitely be back again next year!

    Katie K. | July 24, 2025

    Trip: Shrimping/Dolphin Tour

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing day fishing with Captain Darrell and his deck hand Jon. We caught a good amount of fish. We will definitely be coming back and going on another trip.

    Jonathan C. | July 15, 2025

    Trip: Destin Fishing Charter Federal Boat

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