Destin's Original Dolphin Cruise on the Southern Star
Overview
Experience the extraordinary aboard Southern Star, Destin's Original Dolphin Cruise! On this dolphin watching tour you will observe coastal bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat on our family-friendly adventure. Experience up-close viewing of dolphins, seabirds, and a variety of marine life.
Cruise the pristine waters of Florida's Emerald Coast while relaxing to the sounds of island music aboard our glass-bottom boat. Our fully narrated eco-tour provides fun for all ages, and evening cruises take in spectacular sunsets. This is a tour you don't want to miss. Departing from HarborWalk Village on the Destin Harbor.
What's Included
- Snacks Available to purchase on board
- Alcoholic beverages Available to purchase on board
- Bird Feeding
- Dolphin Sightings
- Experienced Captain
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Restroom on board
- Please bring cash to tip the crew!
Meeting Location
100 Harbor Boulevard
Destin, FL 32541, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Emerald Coast (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Do not cater to any dietary requirements
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 148 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Destin’s Original Dolphin Cruise on the Southern Star?
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Activity code: C-485979P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks. Available to purchase on board.
- Alcoholic beverages. Available to purchase on board.
- Bird Feeding.
- Dolphin Sightings.
- Experienced Captain.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Restroom on board.
- Please bring cash to tip the crew!.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Destin's Original Dolphin Cruise on the Southern Star is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Destin’s Original Dolphin Cruise on the Southern Star will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- SnacksAvailable to purchase on board
- Alcoholic beveragesAvailable to purchase on board
- Bird Feeding
- Dolphin Sightings
- Experienced Captain
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Restroom on board
- Please bring cash to tip the crew!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Do not cater to any dietary requirements
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 148 travelers
