The Original
Dolphin Watch
Daily dolphin watch trips aboard the double decker boat the Double Sunshine. South Padre Island’s number one dolphin watch tour company.
Current Schedule
tours
Dolphin Watch
One of the most unique activities on South Padre Island is the dolphin watching tour. South Texas is a year-round home to several large pods of dolphin and The Original Dolphin Watch is your ticket to viewing them in all their natural splendor. One of the most memorable activities you will take part in while visiting South Padre is a cruise with us. Share the thrill of meeting bottle-nose and spinner dolphins in the wild and experience the unique bond and kinship they inspire in mankind. Trips leave daily from the Sea Ranch Marina. Enjoy sunshine and salt air along with refreshments and an educational presentation aboard the 60′ cruise boat Double Sunshine.
Snorkeling Trips
Enjoy a 3 hour tour exploring the underwater world of the Laguna Madre. This snorkel tour is $35 per person and includes your rental gear and a licensed guide in the water with you. This tour is provided by our sister company, American Diving. You can find more information and book online by visiting https://divesouthpadre.com.
Dolphin Watch & Eco-Tour
Early Bird Special!-
Daily from 10:30am - 12:00pm
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Eco-Tour Included
(956) 761-4243
Dolphin Watch & Eco-Tour
Fun for Everyone!-
Daily from 12:30pm - 2:30pm
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Daily from 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Eco-Tour Included
(956) 761-4243
Dolphin Watch Tour
Afternoon Special-
Daily from 5:30pm - 7:00pm
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Dolphin Watch Special
(956) 761-4243
Dolphin Watch Sunset Tour
End your day right!-
Daily from 7:00pm - 8:30pm
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Dolphin Watch
#1 Rated Dolphin Watch on South Padre island
The Original Dolphin Watch
“Saw an amazing amount of dolphins. More than we expected! Captain and crew were fantastic educators. Will recommend for sure!”
via tripadvisor
“Great experience. Very enjoyable. We even got to learn more things about the island. Staff was friendly and answered all our questions, they even took pictures for us!”
via Tripadvisor
“Our family loved the eco-tour dolphin watch! It was a great experience for all of us from grandparents to grandchildren!”
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Where to Find Us
Located at the sea Ranch marina
under the big blue flag
- Snacks and drinks
- Clean Restrooms
- Friendly crew
- USCG inspected vessels
Mon-Sat: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
33256 State Park Rd 100
South Padre Island, TX 78597