Dolphins Down Under

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!

Pink Pearl

(1 review)

Jess and crew were such a fun time. Everyone commented on how friendly and relaxed it was. Please…read moreshow this group some love next time you are in Orange Beach. You won't regret it.

Surf's Up Dolphin Cruises

4.7

(73 reviews)

We had a wonderful morning on the water. The captains were great at finding the dolphins and…read moreencouraging them to "play" in the waves between boats. Ice water and capri suns were ice cold for $1. The boat also had a marine toilet, which came in handy at with kiddos who "didn't need to go" while at the marina. This was our 3rd tour over the years. Priced well. Highly recommend.

If you want to have a blast and see dolphins- do t look any farther than these guys. We had a blast…read moreand we not only saw the one, but several that included a baby dolphin and a pack of four. Brother and sister in law have had two other companies and never seen but one. The deck hand was a blast and these guys know the way to get the dolphins to jump the wake because they use two boats. The dolphins come up between, great for pictures and videos.

Bama Breeze Dolphin Cruise

We've been on several dolphin cruises over the years that we've visited Gulf Shores/Orange Beach,…read morebut the Bama Breeze was the best. The boat was incredibly clean and in excellent shape. With a roof overhead and railings along the side, everyone has an unobstructed view (other than sometimes people on the other side). And we could move around if we wanted. The bench seats were comfortable, and the ride was very smooth and stable. The tour experience was highlighted by the guide's running commentary, complete with funny jokes and good natured humor. We saw a good number of dolphins and learned some interesting facts about them. We highly recommend this dolphin cruise and will definitely choose them again the next time we want to do this fun activity.

This was a great experience for the kids (3 and 5); stay in the bay to look for dolphins, which are…read morepretty abundant. Our captain was fun and played trivia games. We had nice weather and while we didn't see dolphins for the first 30 min, it was still nice to get out on the water... I would recommend this company.

Cruisin4Christ

(1 review)

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!

Coastal Cruiser

So fun! Good environment, the line is kinda long to get in on weekends but it's worth it!!read more

If I could give ZERO stars, I absolutely would. This was, without question, the worst customer…read moreservice experience I've ever had on a vacation. What should have been one of the best days of our family's vacation became one of the worst because of how this company chose to handle a situation that deserved professionalism, transparency, and basic human decency. Our pontoon became stuck near Robinson Island, and an older couple from Troy, Alabama, kindly offered to help push us off. We never asked them to help--they volunteered because they were simply trying to do the right thing. During that process, the boarding ladder was damaged. Accidents happen. That's not what this review is about. This review is about what happened afterward. Instead of treating us like valued customers, we were immediately told we owed $455 for the ladder. There was no itemized invoice, no repair estimate, no explanation of how that amount was calculated, and no meaningful conversation. We were essentially told, "That's what you owe." To make matters even more frustrating, after explaining what happened, the boating instructor and assistant crew told us that a boarding ladder like this is typically a $30-40 repair. Hearing that made a $455 charge extremely difficult to understand. If there's a legitimate reason for that price, customers deserve transparency--not a bill with no explanation. We're from Indiana. We don't live on the Gulf Coast. We don't spend our weekends boating, and it never occurred to us that we should ask complete strangers for their insurance information after they stopped to help us. If that's something renters are expected to know, why isn't it covered during the rental or safety briefing? A simple conversation beforehand could have prevented this entire situation. What disappointed us the most wasn't the accident--it was the complete lack of empathy afterward. We spent nearly two hours trying to get answers, experienced poor communication throughout the process, and never once felt like anyone was interested in helping us understand what was happening. We left feeling dismissed, frustrated, and pressured into paying a charge that was never adequately explained. Businesses reveal their true character when something goes wrong. Anyone can smile while taking your money. The real test is how they treat customers after an unexpected problem. Unfortunately, this experience left us feeling like customer service ended the moment we left the dock. This situation completely overshadowed our vacation. Instead of remembering an amazing day on the water, we'll remember the stress, the frustration, and how we were treated. We came to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach excited to make family memories. Instead, this experience has honestly made us question whether we'll return. We've vacationed in Destin, Florida, before, and after this experience, we're seriously considering taking our future beach vacations there instead. If you're considering renting from this company, I strongly encourage you to ask detailed questions before you sign anything. Ask exactly how damage charges are calculated. Ask whether you'll receive an itemized repair estimate. Ask what happens if another boater is involved in an incident. Learn from our experience, because we certainly wish we had. We'll never rent from this company again.

Cetacean Cruises

4.8

(86 reviews)

Took my parents on the 1.5 hour Dolphin Tour through Wolf Bay with a very friendly and energetic…read moreCpt. Lynn and his two crew members, who were also very accommodating. It was a very relaxing ride, bar drinks and snacks were available for purchase. Cpt Lynn was very personable, he took time to greet everyone before the cruise. We saw baby dolphins and a huge manatee as well. There was also a 2 yr old birthday girl on the boat whom we all sang Happy Birthday too. Cpt. Lynn let her honk the ships horn too. It was fun for everybody.

So I'm a local in Orange Beach & have been on many dolphin cruise boats here over 20 year. The ride…read moreout of the Wharf & wolf bay is relaxing & we saw tons of dolphins too! The crew was so attentive to drinks & wildlife & pictures of everyone. I would recognize this for anyone wants to enjoy a great day!

Dolphin Cruise aboard Dolphin Tales

(1 review)

Worth the price compared to other Dolphin Tours. Follow the directions exactly as they appear on…read moretheir website. It is a working pier that you are going to, so watch your kids as there are fishing boats and other industries going on as you approach the DT boat. We got to see a family of dolphins with a baby when we arrived. They kind of trap them in around the pier area and follow them around. Kid friendly and just the right amount of time to make a day of it. it gets COLD out there so dress appropriately...they did provide blankets and were very family friendly...also its a smaller operation so fewer people on board...

From the owner: Orange Beach and Gulf Shores voted us BEST and most fun dolphin cruise and tour in the area…read more Dolphins guaranteed on a fully shaded comfortable boat with an onboard restroom. Great captain, crew and music. Vacation vibes and so much fun!

The Sunny Lady Dolphin Cruise

4.6

(77 reviews)

Amazing experience! We thought it might get cancelled due to rain but they left it up to us and we…read morewanted to go out. It's a covered boat so we were dry the whole time and we saw so many dolphin! They got them to surf the wake of the boat and boy was it a show!

All female crew was outstanding!! They were considerate and thoughtful, the sweetest young women…read more They were knowledgeable about dolphins and engaging with customers. Highly recommend and will definitely book with them again.

Tropic Falls at OWA

3.1

(153 reviews)

Having so much fun, me and my best friend have been on so many waterslides, and specifically when…read moreon the duo ones the Employees were so nice, but we were really happy with Madison, and I just wanted to write this since she is so kind, and nice. she has blonde hair, and she's awesome!! Hoping she notices this :)

The big screen only plays OWA ads. They used to play sports. Their lazy river is out of commission…read moretoo. Looking for other recommendations, this place has gone downhill since last year. I asked guest services to play sports and their response FROM management was "we are only playing what's already on." They showed me their boss' response via text. Alrighty then lol. Last year was amazing but after today I'm pretty concerned. If you have other water park recommendations please let me know! Considering opening one up in Pensacola if this place flops.

Waterville USA

3.5

(99 reviews)

So this place is very to the point. It's water and fun. It has a lazy river that is 3 feet…read morethroughout the path. Then you have your slides to choose from. Of course, there are food options available, but be mindful of eating and throwing things away in a timely manner because of the birds. Outside of that, it was a great experience. They have plenty of lifeguards available.

We were excited to visit Waterville while vacationing in Orange Beach with our family. The staff at…read morecheck-in were friendly, and the park looked like it had potential for a great day. Unfortunately, that's where the positives ended. We paid over $250 to spend just a few hours at the park before storms rolled in around 2:30 p.m. By about 4:00, the skies had cleared--but the park never reopened. With two full hours left in the published schedule, and clear weather outside, the day was over. I reached out to management, which is when the situation really took a turn for the worst. Their proposal - a rain check for a future visit. Problem is--we came all the way from Colorado. A "come back next time" credit just isn't helpful when you've spent that kind of money and have no plans to return. We've visited waterparks in multiple states--Arizona, Texas, Colorado--and have never experienced this kind of early closure after a storm passed. Most parks resume operations when it's safe. Not here. Beyond that: You're not allowed to bring in your own water, which is a challenge on hot Alabama days. Several lifeguards at the wave pool seemed more focused on chatting and flirting than on guest safety. The park itself feels a bit rundown and in need of investment. This may once have been the place to go in Orange Beach. But based on our experience, I'd suggest exploring other options for your family day. There are better values--and more responsive customer service--elsewhere. Incidentally, I made numerous attempts to resolve this issue with management, to no avail. They were unwilling to help and (eventually) completely unresponsive.

Adventure Island

(114 reviews)

Adventure Island was a blast for our families (4 adults/4 kids). It was a rainy day at the beach so…read morethis was a good backup. The roller coaster stimulator was fun! I'm glad everything is in points so we were able to use one card for attractions/games. Our kids were 3 year olds and 6 year olds and they had a great time!

We had a large group. Two people got turned around on go karts and it took 3 laps before workers…read moreeven realized and helped out! So therefore, the 2 missed more then half of their ride and they never offered to give them another ride! Plus the go karts are slow, have flat tires and the track is ROUGH!

The Oasis Lazy River At the Wharf

(9 reviews)

We had an extremely rude gate women yell at my teenage friend because we were picking up our…read morefriends and she said that we disobeyed her by letting our friends in the car and she yelled at the car in a deep voice to GET OUT OR else then ran after our car. Not expectable she fully screamed and we were being extremely respectful the whole time!

Best lazy River in Orange Beach! We love the Oasis. Where else can you have a wave pool, lazy…read moreRiver, bar and grill, hammocks, and more all in one place? Only at the Wharf's oasis

Beachside Mini Golf

4.5

(28 reviews)

My husband and two sons played here for the first time, and we had a great experience! The course…read moreis relatively small, which made it easy to get started and enjoy without feeling overwhelmed. It was quite busy when we visited, but the groups moved along quickly, so there was very little waiting. The course was impeccably maintained and featured several fun, unique elements that we hadn't seen before--including a spinning wheel obstacle (see photos). Those creative touches made the experience even more enjoyable. We had a fantastic time and would definitely come back!

Nice layout. Poor finishing hole…read more They don't enforce the rule of no more than four people in a group. So it gets backed up when the family in front of you, who lacks emotional intelligence, does goofy things and delays everyone else. Fun watching two groups pile up behind you...

Fast Eddies Fun Center

(68 reviews)

Came here for my niece's birthday party recently, and we had a really great time! You pay some…read moremoney and you get some pizza and some soda, but the real prize you get is the go-kart tickets and the private room for like an hour. The pizza was fine, soda is soda, and you get the option to purchase additional food. The go-karts were really fun, though. Mixing kids with adults on the track is always fun. Kids don't often get to try to physically attack adults very often, so this is their chance. I am a master of Mario Kart, though, so I came out triumphant. My Goddaughter and I smoked the competition. Never got passed. Enough about me, though. Getting the chance to just be secluded in a private room so we could eat in peace and sing happy birthday to my niece was really nice. I liked this experience, and I would totally come back.

Pros: A very fun little place full of things to do for kids…read moreof all ages. We went for a child's birthday party, and we had a great time. They offered us a private room, complimentary soda, and pizza. The service was very nice, and they catered to our every need. They also gave us a bunch of go-kart rides, so everyone got to go. Cons: No real cons. The food isn't spectacular, but it gave us energy to keep up with the kids. Tips: If you're considering a birthday party place for a little kid, this place will do you just fine.

Bay Minette City Pool

best ever!!! would definitely hire again.Great product, works exactly as described. Highly…read morerecommend to anyone.

Beautiful large pool with kiddie pool and two diving boards! Plenty of lounge chairs for sunning.read more

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