4 Dolphin Watching Tours Worldwide Worth the Day

1.Private Morning Sail, Dolphin and History Tour on Mystique

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) Our pick

Join Charleston Sailing Charters for a private morning sail aboard Mystique, limited to your group of up to six. Your skipper and first mate guide you past the Battery, Ravenel Bridge, Yorktown, and sometimes Fort Sumter, with drinks, shade, a restroom, and chances to spot dolphins.

“Had an amazing time sailing with Rob and Mattie! It was exactly what we hoped for….a beautiful peaceful morning with wonderful brunch by Caviar & Bananas (highly recommend!!). Rob and Mattie took great care of us and made it a very special part of our time in Charleston! If you’re considering booking…do it! You won’t be disappointed!!”

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2.Private Sunset Sail BYOB Dolphin/History Tours on 43ft Mystique

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.)

You’ll sail privately with your group of up to six aboard the 43-foot Mystique, passing the Battery, Ravenel Bridge, Yorktown, and sometimes Fort Sumter. Bring your own wine and food, while the crew provides water and soft drinks. Captains and mates such as Scott, Maddie, Will, and Sam add local stories and attentive service.

“A MUST do if you're visiting Charleston! We had beautiful weather for a sunset sail. Dusty and Maddie made our experience that much better! Funny, personable and so knowledgeable! We had an amazing time and will be doing it again next time we visit!!!”

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3.St. Augustine: Dolphin and Wildlife Historical Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 37 reviews · 1 hour · from $30Best value

Join a small group of up to eight on a one-hour cruise from Conch House Marina. Guides such as Cody, Kate, Kev, and Diane combine dolphin watching with stories about St. Augustine, while you view the lighthouse, Castillo de San Marcos, Bridge of Lions, and Flagler College from the water.

“We took the one-hour wildlife and history cruise with St Augustine Boat Tours and had an outstanding time. Captain Cody and Mark made a fantastic pair and made it memorable. It was a wonderful way to spend a Friday morning. We saw dolphins, a manatee, osprey and the sites of St Augustine from the ocean. I would definitely recommend this tour.”

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4.Private Afternoon Sailing/Dolphin & History Tour on 43ft Mystique

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.)

Spend two to four hours aboard the 43-foot Mystique with a private group of up to six. Captain Scott, Sam, Rob, Sophia, Adam, Darby, Dustin, or another crew member may guide you past the Battery, Ravenel Bridge, Yorktown, and Fort Sumter, with dolphins possible.

“Rob and Sophia were great! Very informative and helpful. Sophia was very attentive and catered to our every whim. Book your trip now”

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