Loved the tour! The sunset was amazing and we learned a lot from the captain. The customer service…read morewas really great working with us and we would recommend them for future adventures.

We needed to see dolphins and that's exactly what we got (and more). Captain Murphy's Isla Tours is…read morea great activity for fun lovers to do in SPI. It's pretty cheap and you get an hour and a half out on the bay searching for dolphins and taking in the views. Parking is pretty accessible and you ride on Murphy's Law out to the bay. The boat is a bit older but clean and cared for. The captain narrates portions of the cruise to stay interactive but the workers make all the difference. They are extremely friendly and do a great job during the portion where they show off the wildlife they caught earlier that day. One of the biggest pros for us is that they were dog friendly, we couldn't believe it (our dog couldn't either but had a great time). We saw a few pods of dolphins, some in twos, others in fours. They don't stay above the water for long so we recommend being very ready to snap photos as soon as they break the surface. The workers will also go around asking if you would like them to take your photo which is a nice plus as well. Altogether, the experience was very fun. The only slight downside is that the heat really can get to you but prepare accordingly and you should be all set. You can also byob so that's pretty important to note. Definitely a tour we'd recommend checking out if you're in SPI.

This experience was a 10/10 my husband & I did the sunset tour with The Original Dolphin Watch that…read morelasted for about 2 hours. My husband booked, paid & check-in online that was an easy process. We arrived & waited until departure time, the captain & rest of the staff were very professional, we had an amazing time & we got lucky enough to see some dolphins!! If you are visiting the island I would recommend checking The Original Dolphin Watch for a great time. You are able to bring snacks & drinks while you are on board. Overall, our experience was great:)

Best dolphin tour on the island, they had spots available since one night before and we enjoyed our…read moretime there. My mom and daughter loved this and the weather was amazing. A very important note, is that they are very punctual with the times, so don't be like me and arrive late (they were super accommodating) but please make sure you are there at least 15 mins before. Cannot recommend them enough!

The guys are super friendly! We came for parasailing, then returned the next day for the banana…read moreboats. We will be back as we visit SP every year. Thanks for the good time!

We went for the 7 to 11 am trip. We were out for only two hours and caught our limit. Chapo was a…read moregreat guide and took great care of all six of our party. He was informative and ensured that we had a good time fishing and pleasant memories to take with us. Will definitely use him again.

We had an amazing time on the Southern Wave sunset cruise in South Padre Island! We went to…read morecelebrate our anniversary, and even though it was cloudy and the sun didn't really make an appearance, it was still such a beautiful and memorable evening. The atmosphere was relaxing, and there was a guy playing guitar and singing, which made the whole experience even better. The dinner was amazing. They started us off with shrimp, then served chicken and beef fajitas, grilled fish, and fruit cups for dessert. Everything was delicious. I also loved that it was BYOB, so we were able to bring our own drinks and enjoy the evening our way. Such a fun and special experience. I would definitely recommend Southern Wave, especially for a celebration or special occasion!

Excellent time with great hosts. Would recommend for all at any age. Comfortable cruise to the…read moresnorkeling spot, great food and perfect weather. A must if you're in the area.

This Dolphin Watch was a fun experience and everyone should do this at least once in their…read morelifetime. The waiting space was okay but could use a little expansion because of the traffic from those purchasing tickets to those preparing to board. It was very chaotic. The young lady at the kiosk was friendly but we had to tell her that we needed out tickets. It seemed as if she just started working for the company and may not have known a lot about the cruise. Smaller groups should be allowed to board before larger groups. The tour guide was good but could use some coaching and being more vocal during the trip. In other words, he needs to say more about whatever spots may be of importance. The tour itself was interesting and fun but, we ended up on the second floor which meant that we were directly under the sun. It was super hot yet beautiful and seeing the dolphins was obviously the highlight of our day. My family and I enjoyed our cruise and it would've given them 5 stars if: 1) The tickets for the drinks was clear because it seemed that they were Disingenuous with their explanation. Explain how many tickets is needed for regular drinks versus alcoholic beverage would've been helpful. 2) Die to the scorching heat, adding a retractable covering for the top would be beneficial for the boat and most importantly for the passengers

Our experience with Breakaway Cruises was terrible and completely unprofessional…read more We arrived at 2:00 PM to schedule and pay for a 4:00 PM jet ski reservation for three jet skis for our group of six. We spent about 20 minutes completing paperwork and talking with Coral, who told us to be back by 3:45 PM. We left to change and returned at 3:35 PM, ready for our ride. Instead, Coral told us the 3:00 PM group had "just arrived late" and we'd now have to wait until 5:00 PM. That's completely unacceptable. Even if her story was true and they really were the 3:00 PM group, they were late. Breakaway Cruises should have canceled or delayed them--not us, who showed up on time and followed every instruction. On top of that, I overheard Coral speaking with the other group, and it didn't sound like they were late at all. It felt more like Breakaway Cruises was overbooking to make extra money and shifting people around to cover it up. I even heard Coral asking another group whether they had evening plans--more evidence of double-booking (her knowing they would make them wait past their scheduled time). We asked Coral to let us go as scheduled or cancel the other party. She claimed to agree with us but did nothing. She refused to let us speak with a manager. Instead, she offered us "inventory" jet skis that had been sitting in storage. Why should we get older, potentially less safe equipment when we did everything right? The other group should have been inconvenienced, not us (that is if they were really "late"). We ultimately left without riding because we didn't feel safe using equipment that might not have been recently serviced. Breakaway Cruises clearly doesn't care about customers' time, safety, or money. They're unethical, careless, and willing to lie or overbook to boost profits. I would absolutely not recommend them.

Fantastic dolphin ride! Saw dolphin, sea turtles, and a stingray. My kids had a blast and even went…read moreswimming in the bay. Captain Red beard was a great host!

We did a family vacation to South Padre Island in July 2032 and after calling a number of tours…read morethat were booked that day we were able to get a charter with Captain Red Beards. Captain Brandon was easy to communicate with via text and his pricing was very reasonable for two families (6 guests total). While we had a great time and Captain Brandon was highly informative and made sure our two 5 year olds had a blast, i was VERY disappointed in the boat that we had. On the website the photos show a newer boat with "leather" seats and fancy blue lighting. When we got there there were old lawn chairs/patio furniture for seating. This was definitely not my type of accommodations but we had already promised the kids so I tried to keep an open mind. I'm so glad I did because it really was the highlight of the trip as we got to see a few different dolphins and Brandon was kind enough to provide us with restaurant recommendations (which ended up being awesome) and he let the kids drive the boat. Outside of the old boat with the bootlegged seating, I would recommend Captain Red Beards. (Suggestion: update your website photos so people know what they are getting and they can make a fully informed decision prior to booking).

Great experience. Very interactive crew. Water fights, treasure hunts, sword fights. Crew was so…read moremuch fun. Highly recommend for all ages

It was ok. Based on the reviews I was expecting it to be better. It was extremely hard to hear and…read moreunderstand them, the mic volume wasn't great or clear so half the time we didn't know what was going on. The kids were moderately entertained (4 and 6). The kids liked the "tattoos". It was a one and done for us. No fault of their own, but we didn't see dolphins so that was a bummer.

We originally reserved seats on one of the other trips, but cancelled to go on this tour…read moreinstead--this one was recommended by one of the Sea Turtles Inc. guys. Good choice! We saw so many dolphins, and we're so close to them--one pod swam right up to the bow as soon as we left the docks. The captain knew all the birds and gave us a lot of info about the ecosystem and how humans interact with the coastal plains and marine life. We also went by the breakers to see turtles--apparently that's where this captain and others find and rescue any injured or trapped turtles. Why did we cancel the other reservation for this one? This tour respects the animals--no caged or cooler kept animals passed around like show and tell. This tour is eco friendly. As avid scuba divers, it matters to us that businesses don't abuse animals or natural resources for tourist profit. This is a clean operation that supports and defends the wildlife. Totally worth it--and we saw several pods of dolphins--win, win, win!

For the ultimate birding and dolphin experience pick Fins to Feathers! The captain was super…read moreknowledgeable, friendly, and courteous to people and animals alike! He loaned me his zoom lens so I could get some great shots! We did the 2.5 tour and it was the perfect length of time! He was great with kids and is dog friendly!

We did the 10:30am dolphin watch and eco tours. The staff were amazing! We learned a lot on…read moredolphins, the area and during the eco tour. Definitely one of the highlights of our trip.

Great boat ride! Don't expect to catch fish! Only 2 people on our boat catch fish and they…read morebrought their own poles! Young captain David was nice! His helpers were ok just a little unprofessional cursing

A fun, relaxing, & safe evening sail on the bay side of SPI with a delicious dinner. The sails…read moreactually go up on the catamaran. We had a beautiful sunset, too. Coming back to port at Tequila Sunset was picturesque with all the lights in the area. Just make sure to allow yourself plenty of time (hour and a half to two hours) to cross the causeway, get through island traffic, and park to arrive on time. Sailing is at 7pm sharp with no waiting for late arrivals. Traffic can be rough on Friday/Saturday nights on the causeway, especially if there is an emergency. Plan accordingly. Captain Shawn was very good along with Letti and the chef. We highly recommend this sailing and appetizers, dinner, dessert, and water/soft drinks (BYOB).

Went for the Sunset Dinner cruise with Ka Motion - start to finish this was a 10/10 experience…read more Gorgeous views, relaxing with plenty of space to stretch out and enjoy the view. The food was absolutely delicious and nice that we could BYOB. The staff was so kind and inviting - looking forward to coming back!