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Port Aransas Private Dolphin Watch Boat Tour 1 hr
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10 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- Port Aransas
- 1 hr
- Updated November 1, 2026
Cruise Port Aransas aboard a private catamaran, spot dolphins near the jetties, and take in views of the Lydia Ann Channel lighthouse.
About this tour
Set out on the waters of Port Aransas for a private dolphin-watching cruise with room for up to six guests. Aboard a spacious 36-foot catamaran, look for bottlenose dolphins around the jetties and ship channel while your captain shares stories about the area's history.
The route also passes the historic Lydia Ann Channel lighthouse, with sunset views over the water when timing allows. The trip lasts a little over an hour, and departure times shift through the year as sunset times change. Food and drinks are welcome, and pets can come along. The Coast Guard passenger limit includes babies and children.
Meet behind Fisherman's Wharf and look for the Blue Water Excursions boat marked with a large shark. Choose this Port Aransas private dolphin watch boat tour for an easygoing outing that pairs local wildlife, coastal scenery, and a captain's perspective. Book your cruise and keep watch for dolphins along the way.
Highlights
- Spot bottlenose dolphins near the jetties and ship channel
- Cruise past the historic Lydia Ann Channel lighthouse
- Hear local history from your captain
- Enjoy sunset views over the water
What's included
Included
- Private cruise aboard a 36-foot catamaran
- Captain and local history commentary
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4.90 / 5 · 10 reviews
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Important information
- Maximum 6 passengers, including babies and children
- Meet behind Fisherman's Wharf at 900 Tarpon St, Port Aransas, TX 78373; look for the Blue Water Excursions boat with a large shark on its side
- Departure times vary through the year with sunset times
- Food and drinks are welcome
- Pets are welcome
- Comfortable shoes recommended
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
The trip lasts a little over an hour.
How many guests can join?
The Coast Guard limit is 6 passengers, including babies and children.
Where is the meeting point?
Meet behind Fisherman's Wharf at 900 Tarpon St, Port Aransas, TX 78373. Look for the Blue Water Excursions boat with a large shark on its side.
Are food, drinks, and pets allowed?
Food and drinks are welcome, and pets are allowed.
Do departure times change?
Yes. Departure times vary through the year to account for changing sunset times.
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 4.90 from 10 reviews. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
How the score works and rating distribution in Port Aransas
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- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.6.
Provider rating distribution in Port Aransas
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