Top North America Dolphin & Whale Watching

Q: What are the best options for North America Dolphin & Whale Watching?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best North America Dolphin & Whale Watching are: San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise Maui: Ultimate Whale Watch from Lahaina Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkel & Waterslide Adventure Moana’s Waikīkī Grand Guided Turtle Snorkel & Sailing Adventure Shell Key & Dolphins - Semi-Private Tours

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for North America Dolphin & Whale Watching Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly North America Dolphin & Whale Watching are: Cabo Clear Boat Tour to the Arch: Optional Hotel Pickup 1:00 PM Eco Tour and Dolphin Watch 5 PM Golden Hour Dolphin Watch Early Bird Eco Tour and Dolphin Watch Kona Manta Ray Snorkel Tour Guaranteed or come again free View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which North America Dolphin & Whale Watching have Instant Confirmation?

North America Dolphin & Whale Watching with Instant Confirmation include: Cabo Clear Boat Tour to the Arch: Optional Hotel Pickup 1:00 PM Eco Tour and Dolphin Watch 5 PM Golden Hour Dolphin Watch Early Bird Eco Tour and Dolphin Watch Kona Manta Ray Snorkel Tour Guaranteed or come again free View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which North America Dolphin & Whale Watching have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These North America Dolphin & Whale Watching include Hotel Pickup: Cabo Clear Boat Tour to the Arch: Optional Hotel Pickup Puerto Escondido Dolphin and Whale Watching Dolphin Watching Tour Dolphin & Whale Watching in Puerto Escondido Cabo Shore Excursion: Beach Horseback Ride & Tequila Tasting View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

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Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in North America?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in North America are: North America Luxury & Special Occasions North America Luxury Tours North America Tours & Sightseeing North America Kid Friendly North America Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours View all tour styles in North America →

Little Toot Dolphin Adventure at Clearwater Beach

Adults and children of all ages love the Little Toot because of our “tug boat” shape and power, we create a huge wake that Dolphins …More

Clearwater, USA

4.9 (5,827)

Little Toot Dolphin Adventure at Clearwater Beach

Adults and children of all ages love the Little Toot because of our “tug boat” shape and power, we create a huge wake that Dolphins...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (5,827)

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Enjoy an unforgettable evening on the water with a sunset dolphin cruise in Panama City Beach. You will board a new 45' Corinthian Catamaran equipped …More

Panama City Beach, USA

5.0 (94)

Sunset Dolphin Cruise in Panama City Beach

Enjoy an unforgettable evening on the water with a sunset dolphin cruise in Panama City Beach. You will board a new 45' Corinthian Catamaran equipped...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (94)

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Guaranteed Dolphin Sighting Tour on Tropics Boat Tours

Go in search of bottlenose dolphins on this 1.5 hour cruise from Florida’s Clearwater Bay to the beautiful, emerald-green waters of the Gulf of Mexico. …More

Clearwater, USA

4.6 (964)

Guaranteed Dolphin Sighting Tour on Tropics Boat Tours

Go in search of bottlenose dolphins on this 1.5 hour cruise from Florida’s Clearwater Bay to the beautiful, emerald-green waters of the Gulf of Mexico....

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.6 (964)

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Bay Fishing Adventure in South Padre Island

Set sail for a day of bay fishing on the Danny B, a 50 ft. party boat with room for up to 43 anglers. Cast …More

South Padre Island, USA

4.9 (231)

Bay Fishing Adventure in South Padre Island

Set sail for a day of bay fishing on the Danny B, a 50 ft. party boat with room for up to 43 anglers. Cast...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (231)

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Our dolphin tour is rated #1 in the Gulf coast area. While on our brand new 45' catamaran, our experienced captain will take you out …More

Destin, USA

4.5 (13)

2 Hours Guided Dolphin Tour in Florida

Our dolphin tour is rated #1 in the Gulf coast area. While on our brand new 45' catamaran, our experienced captain will take you out...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (13)

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Sunset & Dolphin Sightseeing Sail Aboard the Lazy Daze Catamaran

Your 90 minute sunset sail on 41ft, 32 passenger Lazy Daze Catamaran will include a scenic trip through Grand Lagoon and along the coast of …More

Panama City Beach, USA

5.0 (6)

Sunset & Dolphin Sightseeing Sail Aboard the Lazy Daze Catamaran

Your 90 minute sunset sail on 41ft, 32 passenger Lazy Daze Catamaran will include a scenic trip through Grand Lagoon and along the coast of...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (6)

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Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

During your whale-watching cruise, learn fascinating details about all types of California sea life from the onboard naturalist with the beautiful coastal scenery of Newport …More

Newport Beach, USA

4.5 (983)

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

During your whale-watching cruise, learn fascinating details about all types of California sea life from the onboard naturalist with the beautiful coastal scenery of Newport...

2 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation

4.5 (983)

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Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

View many varieties of whales which include the giant blue whale which is over 90 feet in length, humpback whales, gray whales, finback whales whales, …More

Newport Beach, USA

4.4 (206)

Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

View many varieties of whales which include the giant blue whale which is over 90 feet in length, humpback whales, gray whales, finback whales whales,...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (206)

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This isn’t just another boat ride—it’s Hilton Head’s original dolphin cruise, operating for over 50 years on Hilton Head Island! Step aboard the iconic Vagabond …More

Hilton Head Island, USA

4.6 (422)

Hilton Head Island Ocean Dolphin Cruise

This isn’t just another boat ride—it’s Hilton Head’s original dolphin cruise, operating for over 50 years on Hilton Head Island! Step aboard the iconic Vagabond...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.6 (422)

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The Dolphin Cruises are 1 hour narrated cruises through the Destin Harbor, through the East Pass into the Gulf of Mexico and into the Bay …More

Destin, USA

4.8 (651)

Dolphin & Sunset Cruises

The Dolphin Cruises are 1 hour narrated cruises through the Destin Harbor, through the East Pass into the Gulf of Mexico and into the Bay...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (651)

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- Experience dolphins up close and in their natural environment - Fun for Families & Educational - Comfortable and completely shaded boat - Passionate local …More

Hilton Head Island, USA

4.9 (1,696)

Hilton Head Island Dolphin Boat Cruise

- Experience dolphins up close and in their natural environment - Fun for Families & Educational - Comfortable and completely shaded boat - Passionate local...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (1,696)

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Dolphin Sightseeing Tour on the Footloose Catamaran

This cruise along the Gulf Coastline and Bay area offers a great opportunity to photograph local wildlife and scenery. At our onboard bar, we have …More

Panama City Beach, USA

4.9 (204)

Dolphin Sightseeing Tour on the Footloose Catamaran

This cruise along the Gulf Coastline and Bay area offers a great opportunity to photograph local wildlife and scenery. At our onboard bar, we have...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (204)

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Waikiki: 2 Hour Whale Watching Cruise from Oahu

Guaranteed whale sighting or enjoy a complimentary rebooking within 5 days of your original tour! Enjoy unique underwater views from our underwater viewing room so …More

Oahu, USA

4.7 (180)

Waikiki: 2 Hour Whale Watching Cruise from Oahu

Guaranteed whale sighting or enjoy a complimentary rebooking within 5 days of your original tour! Enjoy unique underwater views from our underwater viewing room so...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (180)

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Whale Watching Tour in Cabo San Lucas with Guide

Experience the whale season in Cabo San Lucas with an experience that combines the most emblematic places of Los Cabos with the search for humpback …More

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

4.8 (33)

Whale Watching Tour in Cabo San Lucas with Guide

Experience the whale season in Cabo San Lucas with an experience that combines the most emblematic places of Los Cabos with the search for humpback...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (33)

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This is a bucket list level experience! We provide the best tours at the best prices. If you find a better tour for less please …More

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

4.5 (2)

Land's End Tour in a Glass Bottom Boat

This is a bucket list level experience! We provide the best tours at the best prices. If you find a better tour for less please...

45 minutes Free Cancellation

4.5 (2)

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Dolphin Sunset Cruise in Panama City Beach on the "Island Time"

The Dolphin Watching & Sunset Sail is a 2 hour cruise aboard the Island Time Sailing Catamaran which departs from the Lagoon Pontoons Marina in …More

Panama City Beach, USA

4.9 (2,098)

Dolphin Sunset Cruise in Panama City Beach on the "Island Time"

The Dolphin Watching & Sunset Sail is a 2 hour cruise aboard the Island Time Sailing Catamaran which departs from the Lagoon Pontoons Marina in...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (2,098)

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Oahu: 2-Hour Whale Watch from Ala Wai Harbor, Waikiki

*WALKING DISTANCE FROM MOST WAIKIKI RESORTS & ACCOMMODATIONS* *Hawaii Ocean Project has been providing outstanding ocean activities to over a million visitors for over 30 …More

Oahu, USA

4.7 (1,943)

Oahu: 2-Hour Whale Watch from Ala Wai Harbor, Waikiki

*WALKING DISTANCE FROM MOST WAIKIKI RESORTS & ACCOMMODATIONS* *Hawaii Ocean Project has been providing outstanding ocean activities to over a million visitors for over 30...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (1,943)

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Dolphin Excursions, Sunset Tours and Snorkeling & Shelling Tours

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with ParrotDise Express Boat Tours, offering premier Dolphin Excursions and captivating Sunset Tours in Clearwater and Dunedin. Cruise aboard the …More

Clearwater, USA

5.0 (11)

Dolphin Excursions, Sunset Tours and Snorkeling & Shelling Tours

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with ParrotDise Express Boat Tours, offering premier Dolphin Excursions and captivating Sunset Tours in Clearwater and Dunedin. Cruise aboard the...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (11)

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Cocoa Beach Dolphin and Wildlife Eco Activity

Explore the stunning Banana River Lagoon on a family-friendly eco activity, where dolphins and manatees roam freely in their natural habitat. This guided adventure lasts …More

Cocoa Beach, USA

5.0 (330)

Cocoa Beach Dolphin and Wildlife Eco Activity

Explore the stunning Banana River Lagoon on a family-friendly eco activity, where dolphins and manatees roam freely in their natural habitat. This guided adventure lasts...

2 hours 30 minutes

5.0 (330)

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Pirates of Charleston: Pirate Adventures and River cruises

Experience the Charleston area’s only “On the Water” Pirate Adventure designed just for kids! With a lively crew aboard, the Black Ghost embarks on an …More

Charleston, USA

5.0 (359)

Pirates of Charleston: Pirate Adventures and River cruises

Experience the Charleston area’s only “On the Water” Pirate Adventure designed just for kids! With a lively crew aboard, the Black Ghost embarks on an...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (359)

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for North America Dolphin & Whale Watching?

What are the best kid-friendly options for North America Dolphin & Whale Watching Tours?

Which North America Dolphin & Whale Watching have Instant Confirmation?

Which North America Dolphin & Whale Watching have Free Cancellation?

North America Dolphin & Whale Watching with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which North America Dolphin & Whale Watching have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more North America trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in North America?