Dolce Vita Charters

Great chill experience. Captain is great. We tried to go a second time but our group was too large…read moreand he referred us to a competing boat. While we enjoyed the other trip as well, definitely liked hammock time tiki tour the best.

What great family time! This by far was the best experience we had while in the area and I feel…read morelike we have done a lot. Captain Glenn was an awesome and knowlegeable Captain and very amenable to whatever we wanted to do. There were several floats and games for everyone's use. The decorations were so cute, the bar in the middle of the boat was perfect to sit at and we loved the hammocks. Such a relaxing day - we even got so see several dolphins! Everything was safe and secure and the bathroom was the icing on the cake (especially for this momma!). We loved the island vibe music but Glenn was open to other music if you wanted to change it up. Being able to bring your own snacks and beverages was perfect. We would definitely do this again and again when we return. Thanks Captain Glenn for an awesome day at Orange Beach!

Bama Breeze Dolphin Cruise

We've been on several dolphin cruises over the years that we've visited Gulf Shores/Orange Beach,…read morebut the Bama Breeze was the best. The boat was incredibly clean and in excellent shape. With a roof overhead and railings along the side, everyone has an unobstructed view (other than sometimes people on the other side). And we could move around if we wanted. The bench seats were comfortable, and the ride was very smooth and stable. The tour experience was highlighted by the guide's running commentary, complete with funny jokes and good natured humor. We saw a good number of dolphins and learned some interesting facts about them. We highly recommend this dolphin cruise and will definitely choose them again the next time we want to do this fun activity.

This was a great experience for the kids (3 and 5); stay in the bay to look for dolphins, which are…read morepretty abundant. Our captain was fun and played trivia games. We had nice weather and while we didn't see dolphins for the first 30 min, it was still nice to get out on the water... I would recommend this company.

Pink Pearl

Jess and crew were such a fun time. Everyone commented on how friendly and relaxed it was. Please…read moreshow this group some love next time you are in Orange Beach. You won't regret it.

Cruisin4Christ

Had a extraordinarily fun time with Cruisin4Christ. Great views of the back bays + dolphins. Thanks…read moreCaptain Larry for unforgettable memories.

From the owner: We are a Christian family owned company with over 23 years of maritime experience. Come enjoy the…read morebeauty of God’s creation in our scenic back bays!

Coastal Cruiser

So fun! Good environment, the line is kinda long to get in on weekends but it's worth it!!read more

If I could give ZERO stars, I absolutely would. This was, without question, the worst customer…read moreservice experience I've ever had on a vacation. What should have been one of the best days of our family's vacation became one of the worst because of how this company chose to handle a situation that deserved professionalism, transparency, and basic human decency. Our pontoon became stuck near Robinson Island, and an older couple from Troy, Alabama, kindly offered to help push us off. We never asked them to help--they volunteered because they were simply trying to do the right thing. During that process, the boarding ladder was damaged. Accidents happen. That's not what this review is about. This review is about what happened afterward. Instead of treating us like valued customers, we were immediately told we owed $455 for the ladder. There was no itemized invoice, no repair estimate, no explanation of how that amount was calculated, and no meaningful conversation. We were essentially told, "That's what you owe." To make matters even more frustrating, after explaining what happened, the boating instructor and assistant crew told us that a boarding ladder like this is typically a $30-40 repair. Hearing that made a $455 charge extremely difficult to understand. If there's a legitimate reason for that price, customers deserve transparency--not a bill with no explanation. We're from Indiana. We don't live on the Gulf Coast. We don't spend our weekends boating, and it never occurred to us that we should ask complete strangers for their insurance information after they stopped to help us. If that's something renters are expected to know, why isn't it covered during the rental or safety briefing? A simple conversation beforehand could have prevented this entire situation. What disappointed us the most wasn't the accident--it was the complete lack of empathy afterward. We spent nearly two hours trying to get answers, experienced poor communication throughout the process, and never once felt like anyone was interested in helping us understand what was happening. We left feeling dismissed, frustrated, and pressured into paying a charge that was never adequately explained. Businesses reveal their true character when something goes wrong. Anyone can smile while taking your money. The real test is how they treat customers after an unexpected problem. Unfortunately, this experience left us feeling like customer service ended the moment we left the dock. This situation completely overshadowed our vacation. Instead of remembering an amazing day on the water, we'll remember the stress, the frustration, and how we were treated. We came to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach excited to make family memories. Instead, this experience has honestly made us question whether we'll return. We've vacationed in Destin, Florida, before, and after this experience, we're seriously considering taking our future beach vacations there instead. If you're considering renting from this company, I strongly encourage you to ask detailed questions before you sign anything. Ask exactly how damage charges are calculated. Ask whether you'll receive an itemized repair estimate. Ask what happens if another boater is involved in an incident. Learn from our experience, because we certainly wish we had. We'll never rent from this company again.

Custom Cruises

The best Captain! Took 5 people out and had a great time! Will definitely be going on another trip!read more

From the owner: Private Boating and Dolphin Excursions in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach area. Captain Don Guinn has…read morelived around Alabama's beautiful gulf coast since 1996 and has been navigating the waters of this area for many years. Captain Don has experience in dolphin cruises, parasailing, fishing charters, private cruises and has also worked as an offshore captain. He attended Purdue University, where he studied marine biology. Captain Don also worked as an intern at the marine fisheries lab and is knowledgeable about the local marine life. Captain Don is ready to make your cruise an unforgettable experience.

Dolphins Down Under

(82 reviews)

We had a lovely time with our family this evening. Our group included my husband, my parents, and…read moreour three children. Everything was well organized, easy to find, and check-in was smooth and efficient. The seating situation was a bit tight, and several families seemed frustrated trying to find spots where they could sit together. However, Captain Drew and Deckhand Dusty more than made up for it with their hospitality and sense of humor. They were especially kind to my sons and really went above and beyond to make the experience special. They also took sunset photos for all the groups and had a fun playlist going throughout the trip. One member of our group (my mom) would have preferred a more serene, nature-focused experience without the music, but others enjoyed the upbeat atmosphere. The glass-bottom feature wasn't very useful during our trip because the water was still murky from last week's storms, though that's obviously beyond anyone's control and other groups may have better luck. We were fortunate to see several dolphins, and the cruise was the perfect length- long enough to enjoy the sunset and dolphin sightings, but not so long that my kids got too tired after a full day at the beach. Overall, it was a very enjoyable family experience.

This was such a fun trip! Our Grands had the best time hunting Dolphins, calling them and watching…read morethem play! The caption Drew and his mate Dustin are very knowledgeable and knew just the right place to go to see all the dolphins. And the jokes are included in the price of admission. It's was great 10/10 recommend!

Dolphin Cruise aboard Dolphin Tales

Worth the price compared to other Dolphin Tours. Follow the directions exactly as they appear on…read moretheir website. It is a working pier that you are going to, so watch your kids as there are fishing boats and other industries going on as you approach the DT boat. We got to see a family of dolphins with a baby when we arrived. They kind of trap them in around the pier area and follow them around. Kid friendly and just the right amount of time to make a day of it. it gets COLD out there so dress appropriately...they did provide blankets and were very family friendly...also its a smaller operation so fewer people on board...

From the owner: Orange Beach and Gulf Shores voted us BEST and most fun dolphin cruise and tour in the area…read more Dolphins guaranteed on a fully shaded comfortable boat with an onboard restroom. Great captain, crew and music. Vacation vibes and so much fun!

Tropic Falls at OWA

3.1

(153 reviews)

We had a great time here recently. We bought tickets at the gate. Unfortunately, there's not an…read moreoption for admission for people that aren't riding rides. So, two people in our party had to pay full price for no rides. There was a long wait at the front to get into the park, because only one employee was working. Not really sure what they were doing because they gave us a wrist band for the water park even though we only paid for the theme park. We were as confused as they were. We went during Thanksgiving week so the weather was cooler, but there wasn't much of a wait for any rides. Our daughter wasn't tall enough to ride everything (only 38"), but we still managed to have a good time. They have a lot of rides for the smaller kids. My wife and I enjoyed the roller coaster the best. We took advantage of the low wait times and rode the roller coaster several times. Definitely worth checking out.

I debated whether to post this, but I feel it's important for other families to be aware before…read morespending money and traveling for this experience. I traveled from Birmingham and spent a significant amount of money to bring my children to Tropic Falls for the indoor waterpark. Unfortunately, my experience ended up being extremely disappointing and embarrassing. After climbing several flights of stairs to ride a float attraction with my son, I was asked to step on a scale in front of multiple guests waiting in line. I was then told publicly that I exceeded the weight limit and could not ride any float attractions. Another guest even asked if I could ride solo instead, and again, in front of everyone, I was told I exceeded the limit. I completely understand and respect ride safety policies and weight restrictions. My concern is not that safety rules exist. My concern is the lack of clear disclosure beforehand and how the situation was handled publicly. The website states: "All Riders: Maximum Weight of Rider = 250 lbs. Double Riders: Maximum Combined Weight of Riders = 400 lbs." Based on that wording, I believed my son and I qualified for a double float ride as long as we were under the combined limit. If the policy is that no rider over 250 lbs can ride any float attraction regardless of combined weight, I feel that should be made much clearer before ticket purchase. What hurt the most was being weighed and having my weight discussed in front of strangers and my child. My son no longer wanted to ride afterward, and I walked away feeling embarrassed and unable to participate in the attractions I came to enjoy with my son. I have reached out to management privately because I wanted to give them the opportunity to address my concerns first. However, I also feel it's fair to make others aware so they can make informed decisions before visiting. I truly hope policies are communicated more clearly and situations like this are handled with more privacy and sensitivity in the future.

Waterville USA

3.5

(99 reviews)

So this place is very to the point. It's water and fun. It has a lazy river that is 3 feet…read morethroughout the path. Then you have your slides to choose from. Of course, there are food options available, but be mindful of eating and throwing things away in a timely manner because of the birds. Outside of that, it was a great experience. They have plenty of lifeguards available.

We were excited to visit Waterville while vacationing in Orange Beach with our family. The staff at…read morecheck-in were friendly, and the park looked like it had potential for a great day. Unfortunately, that's where the positives ended. We paid over $250 to spend just a few hours at the park before storms rolled in around 2:30 p.m. By about 4:00, the skies had cleared--but the park never reopened. With two full hours left in the published schedule, and clear weather outside, the day was over. I reached out to management, which is when the situation really took a turn for the worst. Their proposal - a rain check for a future visit. Problem is--we came all the way from Colorado. A "come back next time" credit just isn't helpful when you've spent that kind of money and have no plans to return. We've visited waterparks in multiple states--Arizona, Texas, Colorado--and have never experienced this kind of early closure after a storm passed. Most parks resume operations when it's safe. Not here. Beyond that: You're not allowed to bring in your own water, which is a challenge on hot Alabama days. Several lifeguards at the wave pool seemed more focused on chatting and flirting than on guest safety. The park itself feels a bit rundown and in need of investment. This may once have been the place to go in Orange Beach. But based on our experience, I'd suggest exploring other options for your family day. There are better values--and more responsive customer service--elsewhere. Incidentally, I made numerous attempts to resolve this issue with management, to no avail. They were unwilling to help and (eventually) completely unresponsive.

Adventure Island

(114 reviews)

Adventure Island was a blast for our families (4 adults/4 kids). It was a rainy day at the beach so…read morethis was a good backup. The roller coaster stimulator was fun! I'm glad everything is in points so we were able to use one card for attractions/games. Our kids were 3 year olds and 6 year olds and they had a great time!

We had a large group. Two people got turned around on go karts and it took 3 laps before workers…read moreeven realized and helped out! So therefore, the 2 missed more then half of their ride and they never offered to give them another ride! Plus the go karts are slow, have flat tires and the track is ROUGH!

The Oasis Lazy River At the Wharf

(9 reviews)

We had an extremely rude gate women yell at my teenage friend because we were picking up our…read morefriends and she said that we disobeyed her by letting our friends in the car and she yelled at the car in a deep voice to GET OUT OR else then ran after our car. Not expectable she fully screamed and we were being extremely respectful the whole time!

Best lazy River in Orange Beach! We love the Oasis. Where else can you have a wave pool, lazy…read moreRiver, bar and grill, hammocks, and more all in one place? Only at the Wharf's oasis

Beachside Mini Golf

4.5

(28 reviews)

My husband and two sons played here for the first time, and we had a great experience! The course…read moreis relatively small, which made it easy to get started and enjoy without feeling overwhelmed. It was quite busy when we visited, but the groups moved along quickly, so there was very little waiting. The course was impeccably maintained and featured several fun, unique elements that we hadn't seen before--including a spinning wheel obstacle (see photos). Those creative touches made the experience even more enjoyable. We had a fantastic time and would definitely come back!

Nice layout. Poor finishing hole…read more They don't enforce the rule of no more than four people in a group. So it gets backed up when the family in front of you, who lacks emotional intelligence, does goofy things and delays everyone else. Fun watching two groups pile up behind you...

Fast Eddies Fun Center

(65 reviews)

I travelled from Atlanta to take my little sister out. I purchased only the go kart experience but…read moreit was repeatedly raining and clearing up for two hours, I had to head back on the road and they were closing soon so I asked for a refund. I told them im not from the state so credit would be useless.. there was "nothing they could do" which is a lie just simply give me a refund. I just politely said okay and gave the credits to some family on my way out. Customer service was horrible.

It was a cold and windy day at the beach, so we did some quick research and found that Fast Eddies…read moreand made the 30 min drive to get there when they opened... we ended up playing about every arcade game and had a great time over 3 hours. There was more to do, but we we're having so much fun in the arcade that we didn't even explore more. Additionally the prizes were fantastic.

Bay Minette City Pool

best ever!!! would definitely hire again.Great product, works exactly as described. Highly…read morerecommend to anyone.

Beautiful large pool with kiddie pool and two diving boards! Plenty of lounge chairs for sunning.read more

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