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Baywatch Dolphin Tours: Dolphins Galveston’s Historic Harbor Tour

Recommended by 97% of travellers
Galveston, USA
Viator Experience Award
Baywatch Dolphin Tours: Dolphins Galveston’s Historic Harbor Tour
High interest
Booked 2 times today.
  • 40 to 45 minutes (approx.)
  • Offered in: English

Why travellers loved this

4.9
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· William_W ·
Nov 2025
Easy to make reservations and find the departure spot; Friendly, professional staff; nice boat; lots of dolphins; and interesting Galveston fun facts.
· Leslie_C ·
Oct 2025
Brian was a great tour guide. He gave us some history with our tour. Played good music and had some decent jokes. We dis in fact see dolphins. To top it off he let my son drive the boat! With his assistance of course.

Overview

Embark on a 45-minute adventure aboard a comfortable boat from Pier 21, Galveston. Ideal for nature enthusiasts and families, this tour offers an excellent opportunity to observe dolphins in their natural habitat. With all seats providing great views, you can relax and enjoy the experience without the need to rush on board. The knowledgeable captain navigates to prime dolphin-watching spots, ensuring an engaging and memorable outing. Whether you're short on time or seeking a quick escape, this tour delivers an unforgettable glimpse into Galveston's marine life.
  • Catch sight of dolphins in their natural habitat during this Galveston tour
  • Perfect for nature lovers who are short on time
  • No need to rush on board—all seats offer great viewing opportunities
  • A captain knows the best areas on the water to spot dolphins

What's Included

  • 45-minute dolphin cruise

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • 2100 Harborside Dr, Galveston, TX 77550, USA

      Located in front of Harbor House Hotel, Next door to Willie G's. Must be there 30 minutes before scheduled time and check in at the kiosk. We do not validate for Parking. There is parking available in front of pier 21 for daily rate.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Ticket Redemption Point

    2100 Harborside Dr, Galveston, TX 77550, USA

    Itinerary

    Meet at the designated spot in Galveston about thirty minutes before your cruise time for this dolphin-watching tour. Once you board your boat, pick a seat and relax. All seats offer great views of the water.

    A guide knows the area best and navigates the boat to areas that are known for their dolphin sightings. Keep your eyes peeled and try to spot dolphins in their natural habitat as you cruise. Ideal for nature lovers, this is a fun tour that’s easy to fit into any busy schedule.

    Once your cruise is over, get dropped back at the original place where you hopped on the boat.

    Galveston

    45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Pushchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Most travellers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 39 travellers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    Questions?

    Visit the Viator Help Centre for any further questions.

    Product code: 350871P1

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    Featured review

    Tracy_B
    We had such a wonderful time on the Baywatch Dolphin Experience! Captain Ben was amazing – funny, personable, and kept us entertained the whole trip. On top of that, he shared real educational insights about the dolphins and Galveston area, which made the experience even more special. We saw plenty of dolphins and learned so much. Highly recommend this tour and especially Captain Ben!

    Reviews

    4.9
    based on 1,758 reviews
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    The captain was very good...
    William_K, Nov 2025
    The captain was very good and entertaining (though a bit factually inaccurate!) we enjoyed it very much.
    Dolphins everywhere
    Phillip_D, Nov 2025
    The crew cracked a few decent jokes, we got to see all the things in the bay, and there were dolphins everywhere. I highly recommend!
    Money blown! A complete waste
    Dionne_J, Nov 2025
    Scam. Horrible customer service. Came out and the business was blocked off and barricades were up for a biker event. Came out 27 mins early. Reached out in advance. At no time had the company advised me of their lack of parking and how it would be a struggle to get in, that id need to pay $40 additionally to park a mile out and walk back. 14 mins before take out im still communicating with Lori letting her know I was still in and couldnt get in and didn't know how to get in. She told me to just park somewhere and pay for it. Never advising me that it would be wasted money as she knew the boat would take off on us any way. I hate everything about ever considering this company. $100 wasted and nothing but bad customer service, a hike taken that I didnt sign up for and no boat trip. My kid cried all the ride back home. I would NEVER recommend this place to anyone!
    Excellent
    SFC_J, Nov 2025
    Excellent experience!! 100% recommended! Captain was very nice. Boat was clean. Overall a superb experience.
    Good excursion in Galveston
    Srinivas_S, Nov 2025
    Its a good experience. You can see dolphins swimming here and there. Dont expect too much. Its just a glimpse kind if thing and you happen to see up to 10 dolphins just swimming that too in a distance but not close. The ride is enjoying with captains humorous commentary. Worth in galveston.
    Great fun!
    William_W, Nov 2025
    Easy to make reservations and find the departure spot; Friendly, professional staff; nice boat; lots of dolphins; and interesting Galveston fun facts.
    Wreckage and Dolphins
    Change, Oct 2025
    Very comfortable boat experience. We saw dolphins. Enjoyed the captain. Music was really good. I would highly recommend to any family.
    Recommend this dolphin tour.
    Sharon_S, Oct 2025
    We had a good tour with some historic sights and lots a dolphins! Our guide was fun, friendly and informative. Nice tour to see dolphins and get out on the water for a while.
    A fun experience with the...
    James_N, Oct 2025
    A fun experience with the assistance of the tour guide giving information about the city, a few of the ships, and the dolphins. Accompanied with good music and funny jokes, this tour is a must for anyone visiting Galveston.
    Very nice tour
    Kahla_S, Oct 2025
    Great tour for a solo travel day in Galveston. We saw several dolphins and it was cool to be in the harbor and see other ships and some of the history of the museum ships.
    It's a nice little tour...
    Kevin_F, Oct 2025
    It's a nice little tour of Galveston harbor. Very informative. He gave us some interesting facts on the dolphin population of the harbor and Galveston bay. I especially liked it when he brought the boat close enough to see dolphins playing in the bow wave of an incoming tanker.
    Great tour of the area...
    SusanM_M, Oct 2025
    Great tour of the area waters. Entertaining boat captain even though there weren't many dolphins to see
    Greatest
    Tommy_K, Oct 2025
    Its great, fun, and interesting. Learned a lot that i did not know............................ . ......
    Captain was amazing with...
    Kim_H, Oct 2025
    Captain was amazing with telling the history and dolphins , and jokes and he was so kind to let the kids drive the boat .
    The Captain was very...
    Pamela_A, Oct 2025
    The Captain was very knowledgeable and engaging. Made sure to give enough time for everyone to be able to see the dolphins when spotted.
    Birthday vacation
    Kimberly_D, Oct 2025
    Had a great time on the dolphin tour Captain Ben did a great job good music fun entertainment was very knowledgeable would definitely do it again
    Awesome experience
    Christofer_K, Oct 2025
    Great captain was very knowledgeable and very funny. Kid friendly and had us laughing so hard . Found the dolphins very fast and there was a good amount of them.
    Lots of fun, do it!
    Sharon_M, Oct 2025
    It was terrific! We saw several dolphins, and our driver was hilarious! He played great music, too. We highly recommend it.
    Sadly I was not Able to board the boat.
    Carol_F, Oct 2025
    If you are a handicap person it is going to be hard getting on the boat. I am a person that lives in constant pain and was not able to board the boat. It would be a wonderful thing if you could make getting on the boat for people like me. If you could install a lift or something like that it would be wonderful and make getting on the boat easier for us.
    Silence is golden, they say. It will be "golden" without Loud Music.
    ROSIE_C, Oct 2025
    Other travelers should find out "before they go," whether they can buy tickets for the Bay Watch Dolphin watch the day of their visit. Why? Because I thought that "buying Online" was the Only Way, I suffered high stress trying to get there On Time! We repeatedly read that You Must Be There 30 Minutes Before the trip. We were "driving from San Antonio" on Interstate I-10, You can't forsee construction issues or traffic issue getting way over to Galveston!! So, I do not advise buying Online to go see dolphins. If at all possible, Buy when you get there. Otherwise, I only have one single complaint about Bay Watch tour. Tone Down the Rock Music! People take boat rides to hear the waves, birds and feel peaceful. My son and us parents didn't like loud music blaring as we toured the beautiful Gulf of Mexico waters. Other than that complaint, it was a wonderful experience!
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