Jet Ski · DOLPHIN WATCHING
The 13 best dolphin trips by jet ski you can book today, with what each costs, how long you get on the water and how many of you fit on the machine. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Avi’s Premium Dolphin Tour takes you from Goodland Boat Park into the mangrove waterways of Marco Island’s 10,000 Islands. You’ll share a jet ski with one companion, search for dolphins and marine life, and travel with bottled water, windbreakers when needed, and Coast Guard approved life jackets.
“Best guides !!! So fun. We toured and saw Dolphins. Fun anniversary trip weekend. Would definitely visit them again.”
From Marina Santa Eulalia, you follow an instructor along Ibiza’s eastern coast on a Sea-Doo GTX 130 Pro. Choose 30 minutes to 2 hours, with swimming stops and dolphin searching on the longest route. No license is needed, and guide Alex has earned special praise.
“Great fun with our teenagers. Highlight of the holiday for them. An expensive half hour but worth the joy and fun!”
Share one jet ski with a partner for a two-hour ride through St. Andrews Bay, with a guide leading you toward wild dolphins and other sea life. You will also stop at Shell Island for beach time and free riding. Guides including Micah, Carson, and Ross have earned praise for helping first-time riders.
“It was the first time we've ever done this it was so much fun would do this again!:) The tour guide was very helpful and checks up on you if you're having difficulties.”
You captain a two-person Yamaha jet ski from Fort Walton Beach toward Crab Island and Destin Harbor, with a local guide leading the way. Guides such as Corey, Nick, Chris, and Alejandro have earned praise for safety and local insight. Dolphin sightings are possible but not promised.
“It was a great experience. We got the full 2+ hours on the water. Got to see dolphins, and see the city from a different point of view. Also, Alejandro, was great!(Sorry if misremembering your name!) Dude was a great tour guide. Made it fun, and have a lot of freedom on the ride. Good for a 1st timer just go at your own pace.”
Share one jet ski with a companion and follow a guide through Key Largo’s bay, mangrove trails, and open water. You’ll have time to ride freely, with guides such as Kevin, Kristi, and Brian helping beginners feel at ease. Morning and afternoon sunset options are available.
“This was such an awesome experience! We hadn’t been on one much before and Kevin made everyone feel comfortable before setting off on our tour. The machines were easy to handle and the tour took to see mangroves and old shipwrecks. The beach resorts on the shore. We don’t see any wildlife today but that’s the risk you take!! Would definitely recommend this tour!”
Meet VPBR, Inc. for a one-hour guided jet ski tour along Clearwater’s Gulf Coast. Your guide, including team members such as Lia and Leah, provides equipment instruction, points out good riding areas, and may lead you past dolphin spots. One ticket covers one ski for up to three people.
“The Girls were Wonderful! I went for my Anniversary and they treated us amazing. So much fun. Had a Blast… definitely the place to go”
You’ll ride with an English-speaking guide from 510 N Osceola Ave around Honeymoon Island and Caladesi State Park. One jet ski holds up to three people, making the $248 price useful for families or friends. Expect wildlife stops, open-water riding, photo breaks, and a chance to see dolphins beside your ski.
“We have had an amazing experience and can highly recommend this tour! Super friendly, beautiful places off the touristy areas, great jet skis and amazing wildlife sightings! We made wonderful memories!”
Captain a two-seat jet ski on a 120-minute guided trip through Destin Harbor, Crab Island, the Gulf, and Santa Rosa Sound. Your English-speaking guide handles the route and safety briefing while you watch for bottlenose dolphins, rays, and manatees. Guides David and Carlos have earned special praise for helping first-time riders relax.
“We had a fantastic time! Carlos was a great guide! We got to see the dolphins as promised! It was all that we expected!”
Join guide Derek on a 90-minute, two-seat waverunner tour from Fort Walton Beach. Spend about an hour seeking dolphins, stingrays, and manatees around Choctawhatchee Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, then enjoy 30 minutes of free riding. Riders must be at least 8.
“Super fun adventure! We never drove the jet ski before, but it was so easy. The guide navigated us around the storm, and we still were able to see dolphins - and get to them so close. Amazing pictures and videos of the experience, highly recommended - one of the best experiences we had in Destin!”
Ride a jet ski from 750 Palm Point Dr with an English-speaking guide such as Billy or Brad. After a 15-minute safety briefing, spend about two hours looking for dolphins, exploring Marco Island waters, and stopping near a beach known for sea shells. Solo and shared riding are available.
“Billy did an awesome job in helping us understand how to use a jet ski. His instructions helped us feel safe and knowledgeable. He was kind and patient with us. He was very personable and easy to ask questions to for clarification. He guided us safely through some really beautiful scenery. We got to see dolphins up close that was a great experience. He also took us to a beach with loads of sea shells. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, both thrilling and exhilarating. I highly recommend it.”
Take a 75-minute private Seadoo tour from 601 Seaway Drive in Fort Pierce. Your English or Spanish-speaking guide leads you across the Indian River, where you may spot Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, including young calves. Jet ski, fuel, life vest, instruction, and photos are included.
“Everything promised was kept, we had a friendly guide and the tour itself was exciting and great”
Start at Gilligan’s Watersports in Destin and follow a guide by jet ski through Choctawhatchee Bay toward the Gulf. You’ll search for wild dolphins, pass white sand beaches, and may see sharks or stingrays. Guides such as Mason and Jimmy focus on safety, fun, and your own sightseeing goals.
“Mason asked us what we wanted to see and do. Our primary aim to jet ski close to dolphins. We accomplished that along with seeing sharks, stingrays, and spending time at crab island”
You and one companion ride a jet ski with a guide through the Indian River Lagoon near Fort Pierce. The 1-hour-15-minute private outing focuses on dolphin spotting, with the best odds often in fall and winter, especially during a calm morning ride.
“Took a few friends with me to try and spot some dolphins in the intercoastal of Fort Pierce. This tour exceeded all of our expectations, we saw many pods of dolphins, which our guide tells us are very common around this area in the fall to winter months. We chose a morning slot as it was recommended by their staff, and I highly advise anyone reading this review to take that recommendation. Not only are the dolphins more visible at this hour, the water way is quiet and flat. Absolutely a great vacation choice!!”
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