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Dolphins Down Under

The best glass bottom dolphin cruise in oba, choose your adventure.

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Glass Bottom Dolphin Cruise

Explore the Gulf Coast and experience wild dolphins in their natural environment on our popular glass bottom dolphin cruise in Orange Beach. Reserve your spot today!

• Hour Glass 1.5 hours

Sunset Dolphin Cruise

Enjoy the last light of the day as you look for dolphins and other marine life aboard our gorgeous glass bottom boat. You just can’t beat an Orange Beach sunset on the water!

Private Boat Charter

You can charter a private boat for anything from a birthday party to a company outing, church outing, school event, or even a family reunion.

DDU Exclusive Adult Cruise

Join us on our NEW Adult Only Adventure while seeing fantastic views and new faces to mingle with!

Orange Beach's Best Guided Dolphin Tours

"Absolutely Wonderful Experience!!! Captain Schmidty and 1st mate Bill were so kind and knowledgeable!!!Highly Recommend !!!! Sunset tour was so enjoyable and Beautiful!!! Saw several dolphins!!!!! Thanks So Much Dolphins Down Under.... Bill also made a yummy Pink Dolphin drink for us "

"Dolphins Down Under was a fantastic experience. My wife and I went on the sunset cruise and we both felt you couldn't beat the value of an amazing guided tour and beautiful sunset background. We saw several dolphins and really had a wonderful time. The team of guys that run this charter are fantastic and they truly make the ride an awesome experience."

"My kids, my parents and I went out on a dolphin cruise and had a wonderful time! I highly recommend! The staff was wonderful and my son loved being about to drive the boat! We saw lots of dolphins and even saw a baby dolphin! Great time for family of all ages! We will definitely be back! Thanks again captain Schmidty and Zoe for a great time!"

"My family loved both the dolphin cruise and the snorkeling adventure. Staff went out of their way to find dolphins (which we saw lots of) and even made my children feel comfy while snorkeling. We will surely book with them again! Thanks for the memories!"

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Daytime dolphin cruises.

Affordable family fun!

$18 ages 13 and up $15 ages 3 – 12 ages 2 and under ride Free! Daytime dolphin cruise times vary. Check our calendar and book your dolphin cruise with us today !

Evening DOLPHIN CRUISES

A beautiful Sunset cruise!

$18 ages 3 and up ages 2 and under ride Free! Sunset dolphin cruises are a great way to experience the beauty of a Gulf Coast sunset and dolphins all in one. Check our calendar and book your sunset dolphin cruise with us today !

Surf’s Up Dolphin Cruises 28101 Perdido Beach Blvd Orange Beach, AL 36561 Ph: 251.965.7873

Dolphin Cruises in The Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, & Perdido Key, FL

Sightsee the local wildlife & natural scenery on a gulf shore cruise.

• Hour Glass 1.5 Hours
• User All Ages

Daily Dolphin Cruise

Witness the charm of playful dolphins in their natural habitat on stunning turquoise waters! Make memories that will last forever on this Orange Beach dolphin tour.

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Sunset Dolphin Cruise

Go sightseeing and learn more about the wildlife as you spot dolphins! Enjoy insightful audio narration and capture moments with wildlife.

• Hour Glass 2 Hours

Captain’s Custom Boat Tour

We can take you for dolphin sightings, bird watching, visiting some famous waterside bars, relaxing on white-sand beaches, snorkeling, or swimming!

Dolphin Tales

Dolphin Tales is an affordable and family-friendly way to see dolphins and other wildlife while aboard our eco-friendly cruises.

Our guests often catch a glimpse of local wildlife and other natural scenery of the beautiful back bay waters and our entire boat seating area is covered and includes padded seats and a bathroom for family-friendly comfort.

We are centrally located in Orange Beach, AL, a short drive from anywhere on Alabama’s Gulf Coast including the communities of Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Perdido Key, FL.

An Amazing Dolphin Experience!

"I highly recommend Dolphin Tales in Orange Beach, FL! The woman was our Guide and was so knowledgeable and great with the kids in our group! The Captain knew where to go and handled the rough waters like a pro! We saw several dolphins and had a great experience and will definitely go out with them again!"

"These guys are HANDS DOWN the very best when it comes to Dolphin Cruises! We didn't know that it was their only day off and yet they didn't want to disappoint us so they came in anyways. It was TOTALLY WORTH THE MONEY WE PAID and we will ONLY choose them again when we return next summer!"

"They just know where to find the dolphins! They also gave us some history about the surrounding area. Overall, it was a great experience, did not feel rushed, and we weren't crowded on the boat. I didn't think I was going to enjoy it, but I actually had a blast! They even gave us time to grab some last minute drinks for the morning cruise!"

"First off let me say, BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE ever! The day of the cruise, the weather was not the friendliest. Tabitha stayed in contact and when the weather permitted, told us that Captain Bart would be waiting for our arrival. Mr. Bart did his best to locate the dolphins, EVEN AFTER a RAINSTORM for our kids!"

Cruise Orange Beach

Alabama dolphin cruises.

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Dolphin Cruise

Whether you come yourself or with family, Cruise Orange Beach welcomes you on a dolphin tour! The fun begins with a relaxing ride in the Gulf of Mexico where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the bays. Along the way, we will interact with some marine wildlife (including dolphins, of course). Book now for a fun family adventure!

• Cruise Ship Morning, Afternoon & Sunset Cruises
• Hour Glass 1.5 - 2 Hours

Experience Orange Beach with us!

Cruise Orange Beach is a local family owned dolphin cruise/tour company. We have a 52 ft. boat that carries 75 passengers and is certified to carry passengers into the Gulf of Mexico.

Expect lots of fun and exciting dolphin encounters on our tour! From time to time, we have water battles with several other vessels that we encounter while out on the water (rarely on the Sunset Cruise). If time allows, the crew pulls a crab pot up to see what the daily catch is to show the kids. If the dolphin are feeling playful, they often surf in our boat wake while we are cruising!

Book a cruise with us today to explore the best ocean adventures Orange Beach has to offer!

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Rated 5-Stars by Over 650 Guests

"They took us out into the gulf because it was so calm. There was a wonderful breeze, and our guide was bound and determined to find us some dolphins. His persistence paid off. We saw a two different small pods. The ride itself was worth every penny, the dolphin sightings were the icing on the cake."

"This was an amazing cruise they were very informative and made sure we were able to see dolphins!!!! I will definitely use this cruise again when I am down there!! For a great time book a cruise now you will not be sorry!!!!!"

"Amazing from first time dolphin tour! It was worth every penny spent! Dolphins came right up behind the boat SO close!!! My son was only 11 months old and he had a BLAST. Definitely family friendly!"

"Speak crew on the boat was so much fun. We saw multiple dolphins. The boat is clean and safe. The rates were so reasonable. What a great time for family and friends do spend together!"

"Captain was very entertaining & crew was helpful & friendly. Cruise was amazing & saw plenty of dolphins. Was never boring & even had a fight with a pirate ship!! Favorite part of vacation for my kids & will 100% be back!!"

"We had an amazing time on the dolphin cruise. We saw dolphins and they were excited to have visitors. The captain was very informative and cautious. It was very choppy. We will definitely return and recommend your services. Thank you."

"I would say I have been on many Dolphin Cruises in my life and this one was on the top of the list. We have two foster kids who had never even saw the ocean before and they had a blast. Thanks for a great time for them."

3900 Bayou Road, Orange Beach AL

Dolphin cruise + sea-life experience + water fight, daytime cruises.

Passengers (AGES 12+) – $25 (+tax)

Passengers (AGES 2 to 11) – $20 (+tax)

INFANTS UNDER AGE 2 – $12 (+tax)

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SUNSET CRUISES

Enjoy a fantastic 2-hour dolphin cruise , our educational sea-life experience, water wars, and dolphin combined with the ambiance of a beautiful Gulf Coast Sunset.

Passengers (AGES 12+) – $30 (+tax)

Passengers (AGES 11 and under, including infants) – $30 (+tax)

When booking your dolphin cruise, please note that we have 2 identical boats that load in different parking lots. Pay attention to the address that you are emailed or texted.

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DOLPHIN CRUISES

Everyone Loves our Sea Life Experience!

WATER FIGHT

HOME OF THE WATER WARS

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Welcome to The Fun Boats Dolphin Cruise. We look forward to having you! Reservations are required. Our boats are large enough to provide more comfort, less passengers and a personal experience for your family! We hope you will come see us soon!

CRUISES & TOURS

Dolphin sightings, mobile bay dolphin sighting.

Mobile Bay Adventures offers families and small groups, up to 6 people full or half-day fishing charters with emphasis on dolphing sightings in Mobile Bay along the Eastern Shore. Dolphin pods are routinely spotted fishing on the reefs along the Eastern Shore and the Intercoastal Waterway. Sighting dolphin the way we locals have been doing it for years is just one of many enjoyable things you experience when cruising 45 minutes to the Gulf.

Full-day charters include wetting a line at reefs along the Eastern Shore and sightings in the intercoastal waterway. You can include stopping for dinner or luch  at any of the Marina Restuarants along the way.

Ingram Bayou

Arnica Bay dolphin sightings will travel southeast through the Intercoastal Waterway, passing Wolf Bay, Bayou La Launch to our destination in Arnica Bay in waters off Orange Beach, Alabama. right to the heart of numerous restaurants, marinas, secluded beaches and boating activity. On this charter not only can you wet a line, you will see beautiful landscapes, wildlife, yachts and a feel for what living on the water is really like!

Pirates Cove

Big Daddy's Grill

Full-day charters also include a tour of Ingram Bayou, a protected anchoring with calm water, wildlife and dolphin. Many locals stop here and throw out rafts to swim, picnic and enjoy the scenery.

Our Navy Cove Charter travels to the southern end of Mobile Bay where dolphin can routinely be sighted along Fort Morgan and Navy Cove.

Our full-day charters can combine the best of all worlds on the water from wetting a line to  dolphin sightings and swimming either in fresh water or saltwater beaches. Fish and Magnolia Rivers are popular freshwater areas where you can bring lunch on board or dock at Big Daddy's Pub. “Devils Hole” or the “ICE BOX,” selected by Alabama Living in 2018 are two of the top Natural Swimming Holes in Alabama and one of the last waterways to receive  U.S. Postal Mail Delivery by water.

Middle Bay Light-House

Sand Island Lighthouse

Middle Bay Lighthouse built in 1885 is one of the last “screw-pile” lighthouses left standing in the United States. This light house sits near the Mobile Ship Channel where visitors often see Oil Tankers, Cruise Ships, Shrimp Trawlers, even Warships traveling in or out of Mobile Port. It’s very common to also see pods of dolphin feeding around the Middle Bay Lighthouse or the ship channel.

Sand Island lighthouse is the beacon for mariners coming from the Gulf of Mexico and entering Mobile Bay. From this view of the lighthouse, you can also see Historic Fort Morgan to your east and Historic Fort Gaines on Dauphin Island to your west.  Depending on the tides, you might also experience the “tide-line” where Mobile Bay brackish water meets the Saltwater from the Gulf of Mexico forming a distinct change in the color of the water.

Dolphin Sighting on Mobile Bay

Weather permitting you can also see some breathtaking Sunsets upon returning to the launch.

SUNSETS ON MOBILE BAY

Without a doubt, clear or partly cloudy days on Mobile Bay offer spectacular Sunsets from the Eastern Shore. We offer charters in North Bay with the Mobile Skyline and USS Alabama in the background, in Middle Bay with Middle Bay Lighthouse in the background and South Mobile Bay with the Dauphin Island Bridge in the background.

Mobile Bay fishing charters on North Mobile Bay is a perfect way to end a fabulous day on the water or an amazing complement to a dining experience at The Blue Gill, The Oyster Bar or Ralph & Kacoos on the causeway.   

MOBILE BAY ECO SYSTEM

Mobile Bay Adventures offers half-day charters in the Mobile Tensaw River Delta and the Weeks Bay Watershed.  Afternoon tours launch from the Causeway for the Mobile Delta and Hwy 98 Fish River Bridge in Fairhope for Weeks Bay. 

River Delta

The Mobile Tensaw River Delta is Alabama’s largest wetland ecosystem and the second largest river delta in the United States. We can target either fresh or saltwater species. The Delta is approximately 45 miles long and covers over 400 square miles of wetland. It is characterized by numerous tributary rivers, streams, bayous and creeks, including the waters of the Tensaw, Tombigbee and Alabama rivers and maintains the areas ecological balance, filtering impurities from approximately 15% of our countries fresh water.

Weeks Bay Watershed

The Weeks Bay Watershed is part of the Mobile Bay National Estuary Program encompassing approximately 130,000 acres of southwest Baldwin County. The watershed includes the Fish River and Magnolia River drainage basins as well as several small creeks that enter Weeks Bay directly.

When visiting the Weeks Bay Watershed, we highly recommend that you take the time to visit Weeks Bay Visitor Center to learn about coastal habitats through its exhibits and collections of animals and regional plants and self-guiding nature trails that wind through wetlands, marshes, forests and a pitcher plant bog .

Mobile Bay Adventures offers three-hour charters through the southwest area of the estuary. We cover all of Weeks Bay and the drainage basin of Fish and Magnolia Rivers, including, Turkey Branch and Waterhole Branch in Fish River and Noltie Creek in Magnolia River.

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Southern Rose Dolphin Cruises

Parasailing, jet skiing, watersports & more ⬩ orange beach, alabama, start your unforgettable vacation today.

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• Hour Glass 2 hours

Dolphin Cruises in Orange Beach

Dolphin cruises in Orange Beach, AL are a great time for the whole family. We guarantee you’ll see dolphin! Come cruise the pristine waters of the Gulf of Mexico, Intracoastal Waterway, and Perdido Bay.

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Parasailing in Orange Beach

There’s no better way to take in the picturesque scenery of Alabama’s coastline than from above. Southern Rose Dolphin Trips has been offering the best parasailing adventures in Orange Beach, Gulf Shores and Perdido Key since 2004.

• Users 8 - 12 passengers
• Hour Glass 4 or 8 hours

Boat Rentals in Orange Beach

Southern Rose Parasailing & Dolphin Cruises offers luxury boat rentals in Orange Beach, Alabama. Rent a pontoon boat with a slide or a fun sport boat. Book now!

• User Ages 19+ (to rent)
• Hour Glass 30 min - 8 hours

Jet Ski Rentals

Experience the beauty of the Gulf of Mexico with waverunner rentals from Southern Rose Parasailing & Dolphin Cruises. Book your Orange Beach waverunner!

• Hour Glass 90 minutes

Jet Ski Dolphin Tour

Ride one of our fast jet skis around beautiful Orange Beach! This eco tour with Southern Rose Dolphin Trips will be the highlight of your vacation. Book now!

• User Ages 3+
• Hour Glass Up to 10 minutes

Banana Boat Rides Along the Gulf Coast

Banana Boat rides are a great activity for all ages. Bounce above the waves as you’re towed by the beach in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Book with Southern Rose today!

Try Parasailing and Dolphin Cruises in Orange Beach and Gulf Shores Alabama

If you haven’t been considering Alabama’s Gulf Coast for your beach getaways, you’ve been missing out. The small coastal town of Orange Beach, with its powdery white sand and bathtub-warm Gulf of Mexico waters, is one of America’s best-kept secrets.

Miles of fine sand, turquoise waters and easy access to scenic interior bays and islands make this little-known beach destination one of the best for beachcombers, adventurers, couples and families alike. There’s so much to do in Orange Beach, whether you’re into water sports, relaxing under a beach umbrella, deep sea fishing or trying something new (like parasailing ), you’re guaranteed to have the time of your life.

Get Up Close And Personal With Dolphins

Our Orange Beach dolphin cruises help you get as close as possible to the playful dolphins that call the Gulf of Mexico home. Travelers who embark on an Orange Beach dolphin tour are guaranteed to see at least one dolphin.

In addition to cruising alongside some of the ocean’s most majestic creatures, visitors enjoy a 90-minute to two-hour ride on the water, complete with an onboard snack bar serving sandwiches, soft drinks, wine, beer, mixed drinks and other treats for kids and adults.

See The Sights From Above

Get the best view of Orange Beach and the picturesque Gulf of Mexico from 800 feet in the air as you enjoy an Orange Beach parasailing excursion .

Southern Rose Parasailing & Dolphin Cruises has offered the best Orange Beach parasail adventures since 2004, with the largest fleet of U.S. Coast Guard approved parasail boats in the region. If you’re looking for an unforgettable day at the beach, there’s no better place to be than soaring safely and comfortably above it.

Your One-Stop Adventure Shop

Southern Rose Parasailing & Dolphin Cruises is the No. 1 company for your Orange Beach vacation fun.

Experience all of the excitement the ocean has to offer in a controlled environment with our highly trained, professional tour guides and water sports enthusiasts.

Even better, plan multiple excursions with us and receive a discount!

A Fun Experience You Won't Want to Miss!

We had so much fun! The captain was amazing and kept us well entertained. He knew right where to find the dolphins and how to get them interacting with us. It was an amazing experience. We had family who booked with a different company and were jealous when the saw and heard how much fun we had. I highly recommend Southern Rose Dolphin Cruises!

This was a great cruise to see the dolphins! The Captain was very knowledgeable about the entire surroundings and about the dolphins! The crew was very friendly and helpful for the entire cruise. This lasted about 2 hours! I would definitely recommend this!

This was our second year in a row for parasailing with this company. This year my wife and 3 of our children did the parasailing. We all absolutely loved it. The guys on the boat (I apologize for not remembering names) made it fun and exciting. We really enjoyed the way they interacted with everyone on the boat. We will definitely be back and use them again.

Chase and Giovanni were the best! I was terrified at first, and with their jokes, I started feeling way better! I definitely recommend going parasailing with them!

We took our two kids on the morning dolphin cruise. It was a great time. The staff was very friendly and entertaining. We saw lots of dolphins and had the dolphins surfing along side of the boat. There was plenty of room on the boat to move around and they had a nice selection a beverages. The captain was very knowledgeable and provided neat trivia about dolphin, Ono Island and the local area. We will definitely be taking the Southern Rose again when we are in Orange Beach.

I took my eighteen year old granddaughter on the Sunset Dolphin Cruise. We had such a great time! The captain was witty and informative. The other staff were friendly and helpful. We saw many dolphins and the sunset was spectacular! I look forwarding to returning with my other grandchildren so they can experience it. It was a wonderful way to make a memory.

We so enjoyed our time on board the Southern Rose. The Captain and the crew were wonderful and involved. We could have gone on for hours.... dolphins, wonderful ocean breeze and beautiful sunset. Thank you!!

We went out on the first boat ride of the season and loved it all! Our captain and crew were very helpful in making it a memorable trip.We were impressed with how they sent out spotters to find where the dolphins were hanging out so we could see as many as possible.I would highly recommend this tour!

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Dolphin Eco Tour

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• Hour Glass Duration: 1.5 hours
• Beer Full-Service Cocktail Bar: Drinks served onboard; NO outside alcohol permitted; MUST HAVE VALID ID TO ORDER AND CONSUME ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
• Tachometer Minimum Weight Requirement: Must be a minimum of 18 pounds to board

Orange Beach, AL Dolphin Watching Cruise

Join us for an educational Dolphin Eco Tour aboard The Explorer! This tour is 1.5 hours of pure fun! While searching for dolphins, we will navigate the back bays of Orange Beach’s Intracoastal Waterway. In addition to finding and educating you on our resident dolphin pods, kids become Junior Co-Captains and assist Captain with driving the boat! Between 50 and 70 dolphins reside in our bay, and by paying close attention to them over the years, we have named many of them. We know them by their unique dorsal fins and will introduce you to our water-loving friends when you cruise with us aboard The Explorer This tour is focused solely on dolphins, so there is no nature component on this cruise. 

The Explorer is equipped with a full-service cocktail bar and restroom. 

The Explorer allows us to get as close as safely possible to the banks and the local marine and wildlife. Because the boat only needs 16 to 18 inches of water underneath, we can sneak into creeks and swamps where few other boats can go, providing you with a truly unique and memorable experience.

Perfect for families or those just wanting a Dolphin-specific cruise in Orange Beach. Our expert guides can identify many of the resident dolphins and share fun facts about their behaviors, their habitat, and their relationships within the pod.

Interested in a dolphin and nature tour? Our two-hour dolphin and nature cruise combines all the features of this dolphin cruise with extra floating time through the hidden creeks of the back bays.

*Please note: we are not handicapped accessible, and we do not permit strollers on board*  

Customers must be prepared to show a physical, valid form of ID when ordering alcoholic beverages. You must be at least 21 years of age to order and consume alcoholic beverages. Expired IDs are NOT valid. Valid forms of ID include:

• Non-expired, valid driver’s license
• Valid U.S. Uniformed Service Identification [Military ID]
• Valid passport
• Valid Alabama non-drivers ID issued by Dept. of Public Safety

Strollers are not permitted on board . There simply is not enough floor space to accommodate strollers of any kind. Please leave your strollers in your vehicle, or you will be asked to leave it dockside.

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Customers will receive a full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Customers will also receive a full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows will be charged the full price.

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Sailing and Dolphin Cruise

You can enjoy one of our signature cocktails while getting some sun. With the wind in our sails, the Cetacean skims along the waters of Orange Beach, Alabama and Perdido Key, Florida. While out sailing, you see coastal wildlife and marine life all around.

Private Sailing Cruises

Call: (251) 550-8000 | Have you ever experienced a sailing adventure aboard a two-hull sailboat? Two hulls provide stability for a smooth ride without leaning to one side.

Sunset Sailing Cruise

Sail off into the sunset on our stable and comfortable catamaran as we experience the bays of Orange Beach! Keep a lookout for dolphins and Orange Beach’s local wildlife on this relaxing sailing excursion.

$29 Dolphin Cruise

Enjoy an affordable and unforgettable experience with our family-oriented 1 1/2-hour dolphin cruises. The Grey Ghost is a large 45 foot USCG approved boat, fully equipped with plenty of walking space around the exterior of the boat. Seating is also provided all around the interior of the boat. It is an exciting and educational way to experience the natural beauty of Alabama’s Gulf Coast. View and learn about dolphins, seabirds, stingrays, sea turtles, and a variety of other marine life.

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Orange Beach, AL

Join us while we cruise the waters of orange beach.

Orange Beach, AL is a small city located on the Gulf Coast of Alabama. Recognized as one of the safest cities in the state, Orange Beach is a popular travel destination for individuals and families looking to enjoy time by the water. Orange Beach is also considered a hub for water sports, and that includes dolphin watching.

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