Dolphin Quest: Premier Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise

Embark on an unforgettable dolphin sightseeing cruise with Dolphin Quest. Cruise through picturesque waters, witness the legend of John’s Pass, and meet playful bottlenose dolphins!

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • John’s Pass Village & Boardwalk - John’s Pass Village is a historic fishing village. You will be sure to see lots of fishing boats and shops along the water front. Take a look at the water, that’s where we cruise and see the dolphin play!
  • Madeira Beach - Madeira Beach or Mad Beach as the locals would say, is a beautiful beach town along the…
What's Included
  • Guaranteed dolphin sightings or next trip free (applies to 12pm, 2pm, 4pm cruises)
  • Restrooms available on-board
What's Not Included
  • Parking fees
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Snacks and drinks are not included but are available for purchase.
Additional Information

Embark on the finest dolphin excursion, the Dolphin Quest, in the visually appealing waters of Boca Ciega Bay, located on the Gulf of Mexico! Our exceptional 40-foot boat, certified and inspected by the U.S. Coast Guard, offers the optimal way to traverse the coastal waters. Comfortably seated by the waterfront, enjoy the tales of John’s Pass, admire…

Location
140 Boardwalk Pl W
Boardwalk Place West
You may find us in John's Pass Village, halfway down the boardwalk, just below the docks. Look for our Pirate Ship and Dolphin Quest Flags. Make sure to check in AT LEAST 1 HOUR prior to receive your boarding pass. There is public metered parking throughout John's Pass.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Buffy_d
Jun 8, 2025
It was nice easy to find... - It was nice easy to find had a great time would do it again seen lots of dolphins and the boat was not crowded
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Sharon_b
Jun 5, 2025
Captain Jim and Kirsten... - Captain Jim and Kirsten were great. Captain Jim was so patient and knew where to find the dolphins. Kirsten shared great information about the dolphins, their names and histories. An hour and a half well spent.
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Whitney_c
Jun 2, 2025
Dolphins - This was a nice boat ride, super friendly and helpful staff, and dolphin sight seeing adventure I would recommend.
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Petra_m
May 30, 2025
Awesome trip - This was so much fun. Learned a lot about dolphins as well. Kirsten and Collin were awesome! I highly recommend this trip.
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Carrie_m
May 29, 2025
Unforgettable Dolphin Tour! - This was truly the best dolphin tour experience! Captain Collin and First Mate Kirsten were an incredible team. Kirsten’s deep knowledge of dolphins was impressive, and Collin expertly navigated the boat, ensuring we enjoyed multiple dolphin sightings throughout the trip. Their teamwork made the entire experience amazing! Thank you Kristin for going around and taking photos of everyone!
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Kathy_h
May 29, 2025
Seeing Dolphins - Well planned and great Captain and crew! Perfect way to see many dolphins on a clean boat. Captain Jim and crew Grace
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Meghan_b
May 25, 2025
Great experience - Such a fun experience, got to see lots of dophines and went for a nice cruise. Collin and Matt made it an even better with fun fact and humor! Definitely recommend!
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Dougandronica
May 23, 2025
Great Excursion - This was the first trip to this area for my wife and I. We really didn’t know what we we were doing. We did book this trip on our last night. It was the sunset cruise and we saw a ton of dolphins. Jim and Kirsten were awesome!!!!
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Larance_m
May 20, 2025
Fun time!!! - We had a fantastic time! Kirsten was very informative about the dolphins and captain Steve did a great job navigating the boat. We had some great dolphin sightings and the price was great!
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Krista
May 20, 2025
Nice boat ride. Short and sweet - The boat ride is nice, and we did spot a lot of dolphins. The length of time was perfect for us since we had a 3 year old who really enjoyed herself. The crew are very knowledgeable and offer good info!
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From $29
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).