I've been coming to the Cold Mil Fleet since I was a child, we came the first year that Philip…read moreopened the business. We would do at least two cruises a year some times so I can say I've been in it at least a dozen or more times and in 2026 it still doesn't disappoint. Some of my fondest memories of the Gulf are aboard these boats and I don't see those memories becoming something of the past and believe more will be made in the future. You WILL see dolphins. And not just swimming down below like some cruises. This will be the highlight of your trip.

This was so much fun! It's a family business. They take 2 boats out to attract the dolphins to…read moreplay in between them. Smaller boat than some of the others but we appreciated that it was not so crowded. We all had a great time.

You will not regret going fishing with Captain James. All you have to do is call Erica and she will…read moreget you all set up for a great day on the water. Make sure to mention to her though if you're celebrating a special occasion (birthday, anniversary) because she will definitely make it even more special for you. I mean, have you ever had a fishing charter provide you with a birthday cake? Personally, I'm not super into fishing but my husband is and I still had an amazing time. After fishing, he took us to the Florabama where we were able to actually get in the water and also have some drinks and food. Blue Water Charters is your one stop shop for accommodation/ dining recommendations while you're in town. Plus it really is such a great day out on the boat. I'll never book with anyone else while I'm in the area.

From the owner: We love fishing and sharing our fishery with others. Living on Ono Island has given us a great…read moreopportunity to become very familiar with both inland and offshore fisheries so our guests will be assured to have the best possible experience for themselves, friends and family. We offer a huge variety of fishing trips that are perfectly suited to anglers of all ages and abilities! As for the species on offer, get ready to come face-to-gills with anything from the elusive "Cobia" to the "Amberjack" more commonly known as the "Reef Donkey" when you hook up on one of these bad boys, you will quickly understand the reason behind the nickname. Vermillion, Lane and Mangrove Snapper are also on the A listers, as well as Triggerfish, Grouper and of course the famous Red Snapper that this area has become well known for. Inshore fishing? You will enjoy the beauty and serenity this area has to offer and have a great time hooking up on some Redfish, Speckled Trout, White Trout, Black Dum, Flounder and lots more. So if you are looking for one of the best saltwater experiences that this side of the Gulf has to offer, then Blue Water Charters warmly welcomes you on board. With an experienced U.S.C.G Captain at the helm, you will soon find out why Orange Beach, AL and Blue Water Charters, are known as being one of the hottest fisheries and charter experiences around.

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.

Out of all the tours in the area, this has to be the best one! Captain Glenn was so great, and he…read moreaccommodated our family very last minute. Cruising around and stopping to swim and explore. This is truly a create your own experience, and it's so worth it!!! BYOB, packed our own lunch, and Captain took care of the rest! We plan on doing this every time we come back to area!! Would give more stars if I could!!!

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.

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.

This was the most wonderful cruise I have ever been on. Could not recommend it more. When the…read moredolphin expert was faced with a challenging dolphin question (see below), he had all the knowledge required and more. Very friendly staff on cold mil fleet. Very clean boat. 10/10 would recommend

Bear Point Marina. It's hard to review somewhere that is so near and dear to my heart. I mean,…read moreI've practically been a resident since '04. Picture a neighborhood on the water oozing character and incredible sunsets. Incredible. Sunsets. Stop by the Dock Store during the day to get a drink for a dollar or 2 less than the Tiki Hut next door and wander the docks. If you happen to be lucky enough to be there for sunset, plan on posting up at one of the tables on the upstairs deck of Flippers Restaurant. Best sunset view around, hands down. Looking for an adventure? You'll find Wallace Boat Rentals, Sail the Daedalus & a couple Dolphin Cruise charters. Try out the Cold Mil Fleet if you're looking for the best $15 boat ride on the island. If you're expecting the yachtie crowd you're at the wrong place...you're looking for the Wharf, Barber's or Sportsman's. But to kick back and enjoy a drink with a more casual crowd, give Bear Point a shot.

We had a great time on the jet ski tour. They charge by the ski instead of by the person and they…read morehave almost no distance to get out of the "no wake" zone. We have done other tours down here and the "no wake" zone was half of the tour. This one was the best by far.

We did the 2 hour tour and it was perfect. Our tour guide Gabe made an already perfect experience…read moreeven better, and we saw dolphins within the fist five minutes of the tour. We spent the first hour running the jet skis and it was the perfect mix of a guided experience with plenty of time to explore and ride around by yourself. We spent most of the second hour at Pirates Cove and the burgers were fantastic. Gabe was very knowledgeable and fun to talk with. Highly recommend going to pirates cove if you are doing the 2 or 3 hour tour. Worth the money for sure! Best jet ski experience in Alabama/ Florida.

Captain Ron was awesome! I took my 4 year old son, and he had a great time. I would highly…read morerecommend this charter for any families visiting the Orange Beach area.

We had a great day with Don in one of his boats. He took us to an island to explore and collect…read moreshells. Don grilled our lunch and then we went tubing. Afterwards, we went to sand island and went looking for dolphins. It was a great day and we highly recommend Gulf Island Charters. We booked through a travel site but will book through them directly next time.