The tour was interesting and the guides were humorous and kind. The boat was a piece of crap. It is…read morea large pontoon with a plywood roof and rows of inward-facing hard bench seats. What is the point of a tour when the seats face inward? Why is there no padding? It would be more comfortable to drive a Mexican school bus along the causeway. Not great for 90 minutes and I can only imagine how trying it is for three hours. No way I could go back unless they change the seats. Absolutely must have some semblance of padding and backrests, and face forward or outward.

It's my anniversary weekend so I booked us a couple of spots on the Delta Explorer as a surprise…read moreadventure for my hubby. He's a huge history buff and they were doing the Civil War cruise today. We boarded the large pontoon at Blakeley State Park and set off down the Tensaw River, then doubled back down the Apalachee and Blakeley Rivers, for an hour and a half trip led by Captain Steve, and two very knowledgeable Blakeley Park Rangers, Mike and Brian. Along the way, we learned about the forts that were built to protect Mobile as we passed the sights of major battles of Fort Blakeley and saw where Forts Tracy and Huger once stood. We could see the remnants of the walls of Fort Huger, which was built on a mound in the marshes near where the Blakeley River flows into Mobile Bay. The sight of Spanish Fort was not preserved and now has a subdivision built where it once stood. On the two screens on the boat, they displayed a power point presentation featuring the Union Generals and their troops, the maps of the battles, and the underwater torpedos. We also learned about the extensive research on these lesser known, nonetheless, important battles of the Civil War, as they led to the fall of Mobile on April 12, 1865. While aboard, we watched and eagle chase an osprey, a flock of pelicans, and another lone pelican that decided to give us an up close and personal look at him, as if he were a plant by the Explorer crew to remind us that they also host a birding cruise. In addition to the Civil War cruise and birding cruise, they host a sunset cruise, port of Mobile cruise, an adventure cruise, a luncheon cruise, and a Bottle Creek Mound cruise. The pontoon is equipped with a restroom, more than enough life jackets for everyone on board, and the boat and Captain meet the Coast Guard requirements. We were in good hands. We only paid $27 per person and it was well worth it. The cruise was so fun and relaxing, we're already taking about taking the port cruise, sunset cruise and the Bottle Creek Mound cruise. The cruises are set up through Blakeley State Park, and they post information about them on their Facebook page and website if you're interested in going on a boating adventure.

We had 6 adults and 2 kids on a top notch air boat with Captain Mark…read more Everyone felt comfortable and secure. The boat and experienced driver kept us well entertained. Our 10 am tour allowed us time to experience a really nicely planned and narrated cruise which included gators, assorted plants, water fowl and critters, giant grasshoppers and a lot of well presented info about the area and its environment. 100% recommended!

We had a wonderful experience with Rob. Very kind, welcoming, and knowledgeable about local…read morewildlife and vegetation. Explained the ecosystem of the local area. We had beautiful weather so it was an amazing Airboat experience. We would recommend it to everyone. The hour went so fast, we could have stayed all afternoon...we all loved it! Thank you!

The Fun Boats Dolphin Cruise was a highlight of our spring break trip! Check in was a breeze. We…read moresaw lots of dolphins from afar and up close. A couple dolphins decided to cruise alongside us for quite a bit of time. The marine sea creatures were so much fun. Loved being able to touch and learn about these beautiful creatures. There were not enough passengers to fill two boats, so we didn't do a water fight. Instead, the kids got to shoot the water off of the boat and still had a blast. This dolphin cruise was so much fun. Staff were so friendly and kind. Two hours was the perfect amount of time as well. Be sure to tip staff. We used the QR code to tip via Venmo. This cruise was specifically great because it was alcohol free. Our family enjoyed that a lot.

We brought some of the youth that are a part of our Christian School down for a back to school bash…read moreand they had a blast! They only took one boat out being it was a smaller group but the kids still enjoyed it all. We were able to see a few dolphins and, of course, the water fight at the end put the icing on the cake. Everyone was awesome and friendly. Always coming by to make sure everyone was having a good time. It's smoke and vape free with no alcohol on board so it was wonderful for our group! Thank you to the crew for keeping it family friendly!!

I had the same experience as the other reviewer from a month ago. I actually called 5 times in a 2…read moreweek period and couldn't get a booking arranged through Brittany. Dint waste your time; she will not call or text you back.

Called twice and sent a text message with no response. I can understand not having a tour opening…read morewith short notice but not responding at all is unprofessional.

The Michele Garner Sip-n-Cycle Pedal Cruise was amazing…read more Boat ride was amazing to us. I just wish we could have smoked a cigar. I'm not I

It was a great experience! Highly recommended. The captain…read moreand first mate are awesome. If you're looking for a fun outing this will be great for you and a group of friends. We did the mixed cruise , and the group that joined our group was great together. Danced the entire cruise and music is great. They ask what you would like to hear and it's done. Give the a 5 Starr plus .

We had the absolute BEST time on the Jolly Sailing & Dolphin Cruise!! I serve at a hotel restaurant…read moreon Pensacola Beach, and I can honestly say I will be recommending this to every single guest from here on out--it was THAT good. Mary was our tour guide, and she was truly something special. I wish I remembered the captain's name because he was so kind and welcoming too, but Mary completely made the experience unforgettable. She went out of her way to connect with every single group and person on the boat, and especially the kids. You can tell she genuinely loves what she does, and it shows in every little interaction. My son is 3 and usually stays to himself, but Mary picked him up, let him ring the bell, and everyone cheered for him--it was such a special moment that I'll never forget. As a mom, that meant everything* to me. The whole experience was so fun and interactive--we were waving or dancing every time we passed another boat, laughing nonstop, and just genuinely enjoying every second. The vibe from start to finish was so light, happy, and comfortable. The boat itself was super nice & spacious with comfortable seating, plus you could see everything from every angle, which made it easy to catch every encounter! Pro-Tip: come prepared with your best dolphin puns and your "dolphin call" because they WILL put you to the test This was hands down one of the best experiences we've had on Pensacola Beach. We will definitely be back, and I truly can't recommend it enough!!

We booked this tour through Viator a few days in advance. The team communicated ahead of time that…read morethe departure time could change or even be canceled due to weather. Our tour ended up being moved to an earlier time the day before. I did receive a couple of different text messages about the start time, which caused a little confusion on my end, but the crew communicated well and kindly waited for us before departing. The address synced perfectly with the gps to the exact departure location. Parking was free and available immediately by the dock area, but notes this will likely not be the case during peak tourist season. The tour itself was lovely. We had beautiful weather, and the crew was attentive and knowledgeable, sharing interesting history and stories about the bay throughout the ride. We saw dolphins and were able to capture plenty of videos and photos. This would be an especially beautiful tour to take in the evening to enjoy the sunset.

Great chill experience. Captain is great. We tried to go a second time but our group was too large…read moreand he referred us to a competing boat. While we enjoyed the other trip as well, definitely liked hammock time tiki tour the best.

What great family time! This by far was the best experience we had while in the area and I feel…read morelike we have done a lot. Captain Glenn was an awesome and knowlegeable Captain and very amenable to whatever we wanted to do. There were several floats and games for everyone's use. The decorations were so cute, the bar in the middle of the boat was perfect to sit at and we loved the hammocks. Such a relaxing day - we even got so see several dolphins! Everything was safe and secure and the bathroom was the icing on the cake (especially for this momma!). We loved the island vibe music but Glenn was open to other music if you wanted to change it up. Being able to bring your own snacks and beverages was perfect. We would definitely do this again and again when we return. Thanks Captain Glenn for an awesome day at Orange Beach!

Our first booking was canceled due to high winds. I was very pleased they cancelled early in the…read moreday instead of waiting for us to show up. Our tickets were refunded quickly. We emailed to check for another ride and finally found ourselves on the boat. Great experience. Very interesting history of the coast of Biloxi as well as a deer island. The captain has a voice that is nice to listen to. A real storyteller. The bar was great. Prices reasonable.

We had an amazing time celebrating my closest friends birthday! Our entire party crews had a blast!…read moreUpon entry to the boat the hostess was super sweet and the fellas working as servers of drinks and food were the sweetest young men! So personable and quick with food and drinks. I would highly recommend. The DJ allowed us some time to sing happy birthday unfortunately our candles didn't work out while out in the ocean due to the wind! Bit forward the end he played the up to date music and the floor was packed. I had to grab my mask due to covid. He did provide a disclaimer regarding refund if anyone was uncomfortable due to social distancing but overall. We had a delightful time and would return again!

Had a extraordinarily fun time with Cruisin4Christ. Great views of the back bays + dolphins. Thanks…read moreCaptain Larry for unforgettable memories.

From the owner: We are a Christian family owned company with over 23 years of maritime experience. Come enjoy the…read morebeauty of God’s creation in our scenic back bays!

What a cool idea for a public art painted on oyster shells, or at least three feet tall fiberglass…read moreoyster shells. This really brings a great bit of local art along with a long history of Mobile's love for oysters. If you find yourself in Downtown Mobile Alabama, I would definitely check some of these out. It is my opinion that local art such as this gives a city its personality. This is a great addition to the Mobile, Alabama area.

Have you ever noticed the 3 feet tall, fiberglass, painted oyster shells in downtown Mobile? This…read morehas to be one of the most unique things to see in Mobile. It's actually a project of the Mobile Bay Oyster Gardening Program to support restoration work in the Mobile Bay and the Mississippi Sound. Each shell is articulately painted with different scenes from Mobile. They are painted by local artists and sponsored by local businesses. All of the shells are beautiful, but my favorites are the ones at the corner of Dauphin and Washington and on the corner of Dauphin and Conception Street at Beinville Square. There is an Oyster Trail map that you can pick up in many hotels and visitors centers. If you can't find a map, you can go to the website and print out a map. The Oyster Trail doesn't end in Mobile. There are several oysters in Baldwin County too!