Dolphin Cruise from The Florida Aquarium in Tampa Bay

Tampa, United States of America

The Florida Aquarium in Tampa Bay is offering cruises aboard a 72-foot, 130-passenger catamaran, officially named Bay Spirit II. The Aquarium has partnered with the Tampa Port Authority in order to bring this important project to life.

Many guests ask, "Where are the dolphins?" Instead of pointing out to the Bay, the Aquarium can take its guests out to the Bay to see these incredible animals. Tampa Bay is home to over 400 bottlenose dolphins. It is also one of the best places in Florida to view birds and an abundance of native fish. And all of this wildlife thrives in a working, deep water port, in close proximity to one of the fastest growing population centers in the United States.

So, find your sense of adventure, a good pair of binoculars, and come along for an adventure into Tampa Bay like no other!

USD $21.89

Traveler Reviews

Review by: Cynthia L	March 2012
It was a wonderful experience.

Review by: lawrence h	February 2012
I had a great time. Weather was cold and only saw 2 dolphins,but that's the way it goes sometimes. The crew was very nice.

Review by: shradhanand l	August 2011
Entertaining but would have liked to see more dolphins at close range

Review by: Carol H	May 2011
Very informative and pleasant trip. Saw lots of dolphins and birds

Review by: Jeanne C	May 2011
We had a delightful time. The tour guide was knowledgeable, the ride smooth, the weather perfect and the views stunning.

Review by: Penny R	March 2011
Great crew, very informative and interactive. We saw tons of dolphins! Very enjoyable

Review by: Nicks	March 2011
everything that was promised and more! The family had a great time.

Review by: Loretta L	March 2011
The tour narrator was excellent with an enormous amount of information. Unfortunately, the weather was windy and waters on the rough side which hindered seeing dolphins but that is not the fault of the cruise providors. Would like to do it again on calmer waters.

Review by: chris doan d	January 2011
Had a great time.....

Review by: William M	November 2010
Unfortunately, we saw very little of the dolphins. However, the commentary about the Bay and the lands surrounding it was very informative.

Review by: Paul H	November 2010
Absolutely brilliant - this is a 'MUST SEE' for visitors to the Bay area. We will take the same trip next time we come.

Review by: David N	October 2010
Very entertaining and outstanding staff on board for the cruise.

Review by: David S, United Kingdom	June 2010
This was a nice trip. Crew was very infomative, made this a very interesting hour and a half. Relaxing trip out into Tampa Bay. The only thing was that despite us knowing that we would not be guaranteed seeing dolphins, when it is advertised as a Dolphin Cruise you expect to see them. We didn't see any, therefore there has to be some disappointment!

Review by: Linda H, United States of America	May 2010
The tour was very good, I was a little apprehensive that we would not see any dolphins but we saw several and it was very exciting. All the information the guide gave was very informative and they were quite accommodating when we arrived late for our pre-paided tour, they re-scheduled it for the next day

Review by: Janet L, United States of America	January 2010
The boat was very nice and clean. The area cruised was limited to the shipping channels, therefore reducing the chance for a dolphin sighting.

Review by: Kevin G, United States of America	July 2009
Very interesting and educational. Not your typical tourist attraction. Highly recommend for persons interested in intellectual stimulation.

Review by: Jim C, United States of America	February 2008
I was one of 3 seniors going on the Dolphin Cruise and we all enjoyed ourselves. We thought the value was worth the price. The temperature was mid 70s which was a little breezy. At times we put on our light jackets for the return ride but most of the trip we were outside. Comfortable cabin to get out of the breeze. We went on a Sunday and the Carnival Legend cruise ship was in port which was an added bonus.

Review by: James C	February 2008
I was one of 3 seniors going on the Dolphin Cruise and we all enjoyed ourselves. We thought the value was worth the price. The temperature was mid 70s which was a little breezy. At times we put on our light jackets for the return ride but most of the trip we were outside. Comfortable cabin to get out of the breeze. We went on a Sunday and the Carnival Legend cruise ship was in port which was an added bonus.

Review by: Sharon M, United States of America	July 2007
This was really nice. The boat driver moved around the bay until he spotted the dolphins. We saw only three, but there was a newborn in the group, which the guide said was a very rare thing to see. The guide was very knowledgeable. I would do this again.

Review by: SHARON M	July 2007
This was really nice. The boat driver moved around the bay until he spotted the dolphins. We saw only three, but there was a newborn in the group, which the guide said was a very rare thing to see. The guide was very knowledgeable. I would do this again.