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Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour

Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour

Get an up-close view of the resident dolphin pod in Orange Beach on this dolphin cruise. Find out about their behavior, habitat, and relationships within the pod from your onboard guide. Head to the marina to board The Explorer, an eco-friendly boat, then set off into the back bays of Orange Beach where between 50 and 70 dolphins reside. By paying close attention to them over the years, the activity provider has named many of them. When you find them, your guide will introduce you to the dolphins by using their unique dorsal fins as identification. Listen to fun facts about the pod and enjoy guaranteed sightings of the dolphins in their natural habitat; if you don't see them, you can go on another cruise free of charge. During the cruise, stay refreshed and comfortable with a full-service cocktail bar and restroom on board. Once you’ve said goodbye to your new water-loving friends, return to the marina where this cruise ends.

2-Hour Dolphin and Nature Eco Tour from Orange Beach

2-Hour Dolphin and Nature Eco Tour from Orange Beach

The Best Dolphin Cruise in Alabama This is the Premier and by far the most popular cruise we offer. Our two-hour Orange Beach, AL dolphin and nature cruise combines all the features of the dolphin cruise with extra floating time through the hidden creeks of the back bays. We spend the first hour locating and observing our local dolphin pod, and we spend the second hour observing native wildlife. Dolphin sightings are guaranteed, or you next trip is free! Our knowledgeable tour guide and captain point out the local flora and fauna. You may see osprey and their nests, herons, bald eagles, and red-tailed hawks. The Explorer allows us to get as close as safely possible to the banks and the local marine and wildlife. Because the boat only needs 16 to 18 inches of water underneath, we can sneak into local estuaries, where few other boats can go, providing you with a truly unique and memorable experience.

Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Sunset Catamaran Cruise

Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Sunset Catamaran Cruise

Come to the meeting point and check-in. Then, board the catamaran and set sail to explore the bays of Orange Beach. Listen to interesting commentary about the local wildlife from the captain. Keep an eye out for wild birds, such as ospreys, herons, bald eagles, and red-tailed hawks. Get up close to the banks to observe the animals. Explore some creeks and swamps that other boats can't access. Marvel at the dolphins splashing in the water, and watch a beautiful sunset. Buy some drinks or snacks aboard the boat to enjoy as you take in the amazing view. Finally, return to the starting point at the end, and get off the catamaran to finish the activity.

Orange Beach: Sunset Sailing Cruise

Orange Beach: Sunset Sailing Cruise

Sail away on an Alabama sunset cruise in the back bays of the Intracoastal Waterway. Unwind aboard a two-hulled, 52-foot Hawaiian catamaran, ensuring a smooth, stable ride as you rock gently toward the golden sunset. Skim along the back bays of Orange Beach, Alabama, and Perdido Key, Florida. Besides watching the stunning sunset, keep a lookout for marine life and coastal wildlife, including bald eagles, seagulls, herons, and osprey flying. Catch a glimpse of the schools of fish swimming underneath the boat or even a sighting of some of the dolphins in the local pod. Capture breathtaking photos as the sun melts over the horizon and take advantage of the full-service bar serving up cocktails on board (available for purchase).

Washington DC from New York 1 Day

Washington DC from New York 1 Day

The imposing capital of the United States, is the favorite place to recognize the development of democracy at the political and cultural level of the United States of America, exalting the white face of its buildings, the dark hands of its majority population and a great multiracial heart , which will make you enter an environment of heroes, battles, human rights, sacrifice and independence. The New York to Washington tour begins with pickup at the meeting point, The Manhattan Hotel at Times Square, 7 Avenue between 51st and 52nd Streets at 6:00 a.m. From New York to Washington there is a distance of 365 kilometers, approximately 4 hours of land travel, along the way we will leave Manhattan through the Lincoln Tunnel, we will pass through New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland and we will arrive at our destination to enjoy an unforgettable experience! !!! During the tour we will stop for breakfast in Delaware and to rest. As soon as you arrive in Washington, you will appreciate its monumental architecture, its population diversity and its multiculturalism, which will make you feel that you are in the glorious and iconic Capital of the United States. You will also have a guide in Spanish who will tell you the history, the secrets and details behind this great city. During the tour in Washington you will visit many emblematic places that bring together history, among the most notable you will visit: -Arlington National Cemetery -Monument to the Lwo Jima -Memorial Park -Korean War Monument -Monument to President Lincoln -Vietnam War Monument -Reflecting Pool -Obelisk -White House -Capitol Perfect settings to take unforgettable captures of your trip to the capital of the United States!! Afterwards, free time of an hour and a half will be given for you to have lunch or enjoy and visit the National Air and Space Museum, the Museum of the American Indian, the National Gallery, the Museum of Natural History, it's up to you!!! In this way we said goodbye to Washington and prepared for the return trip to New York. We left back to New York at approximately 4:30 p.m. to be at our destination around 9:00 p.m. To conclude this great Tour, you will be amazed at the last stop before entering New York, in the state of New Jersey. You will contemplate the Manhattan Skyline, an amazing place where you will see the majesty and grandeur of The Big Apple. The New York to Washington Tour will undoubtedly make you feel the greatness of the North American Heroes!!!!!!

Alabama: Gulf Shores/Orange Beach Area Multi-Attraction Pass

Alabama: Gulf Shores/Orange Beach Area Multi-Attraction Pass

Choose a 1 or 2-day pass to see some of your favorites or opt for a 5-day option for more time to visit all attractions. Do more as you experience a selection of the best attractions in Southern Alabama, all on 1 money-saving ticket. This curated collection of attractions is your ticket to enjoying the area. Your passport will act as your admission ticket to all of the venues included. Hop on the Wharf’s Ferris Wheel, a landmark for every Gulf Coast beach vacation. Meet the 300 animals at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo as you explore its 25 acres, including a walkthrough aviary and sustainable garden. Discover the City of Foley Depot Museum and Model Train Exhibit and view photos, tools, freight cars, and memorabilia documenting Foley’s history. Get up close to the WWII battleship USS Alabama and submarine USS Drum at the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park. Explore one of the most diverse cultural and natural heritage tourism attractions of the Gulf Coast at Historic Blakeley State Park.

Alabama: 3-Day Mobile City Multi-Attraction Pass

Alabama: 3-Day Mobile City Multi-Attraction Pass

Book your 3-day pass and get access to the following Mobile attractions: Bellingrath Gardens, Bragg-Mitchell Mansion, Conde Charlotte Museum, GulfQuest National Maritime Museum, History Museum of Mobile & Colonial Fort Conde, Oakleigh House Museum, Phoenix Fire Museum, and USS Alabama Memorial Park. Experience some of the best destinations in Southern Alabama with a money-saving pass that'll serve as your admission ticket to all of the venues included. Discover the rich history of the incredible city of Mobile over 3 activity-filled days. Enjoy 65 acres of floral wonder at Bellingrath Gardens and join a historical tour of Bragg-Mitchell Mansion, one of the Gulf Coast's most elegant homes. Explore how citizens lived throughout the last 300 years during each country’s reign over the bay area at Conde Charlotte Museum in Mobile. Visit the historic house museum of Oakleigh and experience Mobile's history through the eyes of Oakleigh’s residents. Explore the Gulf of Mexico through displays and exhibits at GulfQuest National Maritime Museum. Get access to USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park, also home to the USS Drum. Enjoy the History Museum of Mobile to learn about local history from the pre-colonial past to the present, with special highlights of Mardi Gras, shipbuilding, and daily life along the Mobile Bay.

New Orleans: French Quarter, Witches, Voodoo, & Ghost Tour

New Orleans: French Quarter, Witches, Voodoo, & Ghost Tour

Start your adventure on Decatur Street, New Orleans. Enjoy a short meet-and-greet with your guide before heading off for an evening of mystery. Step into the shadows of New Orleans' French Quarter on a spine-chilling ghost tour. Led by seasoned guides, delve into the macabre world of witchcraft, voodoo, hauntings, and spiritual possession. Uncover the truth behind the story that inspired AHS: Coven. You'll hear gruesome tales of fatal rituals and visit the infamous LaLaurie Mansion. Get exclusive access to a real Witch coven’s temple hidden in the heart of the French Quarter, where your group will get to take part in a ritual and cast a spell.

Birmingham: Civil Rights Smartphone Audio Walking Tour

Birmingham: Civil Rights Smartphone Audio Walking Tour

Discover Birmingham's Civil Rights Story. The tour never expires. You can take it as many times as you want. And after taking the on-location tour, you'll unlock a virtual tour you can listen to anytime. Did you ever think, "What did the tour guide say?" With our Walking Tours app, you can listen anytime and keep the stories forever. You'll see the historic civil rights spots in Birmingham associated with Martin Luther King Jr., Fred Shuttlesworth, Project C, the Children's Crusades Marches, and much more. You will see the historic Kelly Ingram Park, the stop by the 16th street baptist church, the AG Gaston Motel, Lyric, Kendrick Memorial park and much more! You'll learn about Jim Crow laws and how people fought for civil rights in Montgomery.

Sheffield: Muscle Shoals Sound Studio Guided Tour

Sheffield: Muscle Shoals Sound Studio Guided Tour

Explore the famous Muscle Shoals Studio Sound on this guided tour in Sheffield. Uncover the secrets of this space where legendary artists have recorded. Learn about past and present hits. Go behind the sound controls and pick up an instrument and play. Meet your guide at the studio and begin your adventure into music-making history. Begin in the basement where several hidden wonders await you, including the wall of albums. Make your way upstairs to stand in the main studio. Travel back in time as you listen to behind-the-scenes stories about the hundreds of hits that were recorded from 1969-1978. Discover how since the studio's restoration and reopening in 2017, it has revived its status as a hit-making machine. Learn about the recent hit record, "Cold" by Chris Stapleton. Chill out as you listen to records by artists like The Rolling Stones, Bob Seger, Cher, Rod Stewart, The Staple Singers, Millie Jackson, Boz Scaggs, Linda Ronstadt, Paul Simon, Leon Russell, and Willie Nelson . Play the piano if you are so inclined or pick up a bass that was played by David Hood. Sit behind the control board and enjoy the view. Finish your tour in the gift shop where you can find classic merchandise that was worn by Mick Jagger, Willie Nelson, and many other music icons.

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4.7
(12 reviews)

This tour was very fun and informative. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable. I was so impressed. I could have listened to the great stories of the happenings at this sound studio for another hour.

This was a great backup to our cell, using for maps and other. We had apple se II 5g, turned off e-sim easy setup. Will definitely use on next international trips

Very interesting and informative. The captain was really people friendly! I will certainly promote the Dolphins Cruise

the captain was very knowledgeable and funny. every everything went well I will book again

Quick and uncomplicated with the ESim. Price is OK.