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    Dolphin Racer Speedboat

    4.8 (84 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    This was the best dolphin tour I have EVER been on! We saw dolphins NONSTOP! I can't even count how many! We went 10/21 Sunday for the 1045am tour. The tour is upbeat with jokes, music, and the boat goes fairly fast for a lot of it. The dolphins enjoy playing in the wake. This definitely beats seeing dolphins at an amusement park! You get up close and personal with them here for 1/4 of the price. Make sure you sit in the back! Tips: there is a bathroom on board but it's quite small so go before you get to the dock! They sell drinks for $2 onboard like water and soda. Good for kids & adults.

    What an exciting day on the water and watching the dolphins play behind our boat!!! My bestie from Jersey really loved the Florida experience of beaches and sunshine!!!

    Laura T.

    We are locals so we have been several times and saw lots of dolphins close up and had a blast on this tour but unfortunately today we brought a visiting family and they weren't jumping as close nor for very long - so it was just kinda hot and a little boring for the kiddos - but for the adults it was still great scenery and the captain was entertaining pointing out the area and overall a nice ride. You cannot predict nature so not sure I would chance taking a family with younger kids again when it's really hot out. The captain and mate were wonderful. They have drinks on the boat for $2 each which was perfect we bought lots of water. The check in was fast and easy.

    Vic R.

    Great fun ! Crew is lively and attentive. Our kids had a blast! Great way to explore the southern bays and islands.

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    Martina C.

    OMG WOW this was INCREDIBLY fun. We did the cruise in February of 2020 pre-COVID. The staff was informative and friendly. We got some great dolphin encounters, RIGHT when we were about to give up. It was a beautiful day on the bay and it was a super fun time. Having been away from FL for 3 years at this point, it was nice to play tourist and sit back and enjoy a speedboat and dolphin watching! We got soaked but came prepared and had a great time.

    Brandon G.

    We had a great time and saw lots of dolphins jumping alongside the boat wake! The crew was friendly. Would definitely recommend.

    Amanda F.

    So much fun! The captain and first mate are full of information about the area and they really make the trip exciting! The music was good too. We saw about a dozen or so dolphins, including a momma teaching her baby how to swim. A must for anyone vacationing in St. Pete!

    Make sure sit in back!
    Nicole D.

    After reviewing all different places decided with this company with all the 5 star reviews. Now I know why! The captain was just excited as we where when dolphins where spotted and like the name they where racing right behind the boat! It brought a tear to my eye and my daughter when there is 5 dolphins jumping. The music was pumping Van Halen Jump on the boat it was such a experience that we will back!!!

    The boat - much bigger than it looks in this picture
    Ricky Z.

    This far exceeded expectations! We probably got a little lucky, but on our very first run we got 3 dolphins doing crazy jumps FAR out of the water. So cool! The captain advised that only about 10% of trips get a show that good. For the relatively affordable $25 price point, I thought it was well worth it. Must sign up well in advance!!!

    Cari S.

    Saw tons of dolphins!!! They're amazing!!! Guide and Captain friendly. Great two hours. I would ride again. Sit at the back at the boat.

    Dee M.

    Absolutely amazing experience with this company.. loved the crew Captain Dauphin & Jackson.. made it a fun trip with plenty of excitement for the children! They definitely find the dolphins and get them to jump!!!! Totally worth a visit!!

    A C.

    Friendly staff and very good about masks and handing out sanitizer. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and put us on the Dolphin right away. Grab a seat in the back for best view. Drinks available for purchase while on board.

    One of many dolphin jump photo opportunities.
    James C.

    Had a great time spotting leaping dolphins with Captain Mike and First Mate Julia. Temps in the mid 60s and overcast skies didn't stop the dolphins from leaping out for some good photos and videos! Make sure to bring a light jacket and you may get wet if you sit in the back.

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    I took my visiting friends on this ride and they were thrilled with all the dolphin sitings. Super pricing with Groupon.

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    We had a wonderful time was so cool seeing dolphins jump behind the boat !!Such a beautiful boat ride .

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    Awesome experience! Recommend this excursion! Staff was great! Not only did we see dolphins, the boat ride was great!

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    Mike & Doug were awesome tour guides. Made the experience super fun and there was social distancing on the boat.

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