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Admin Normvia Google

5 months ago

The Scarlett Lady Dolphin Cruise has become on of our “must do” traditions when we visit and stay in Port Aransas. Yes, the prices have gone up over the years. We’ve taken the sunset cruise several times, before I finally wrote a review. This will be the second review on Google (I think). It was after Labor Day, so the post-season crowds were reasonably light. Of all the times we’ve been on the sunset cruise, it seems this one was the “best.” Now that’s hard to quantify since you’re just cruising about the channel looking for Dolphins and we’ve seen groups of dolphins every single time, but this captain managed to find multiple pods/families of dolphins and still provide a “grand tour” of the channel. The narrator was not too intrusive, but still provided lots of interesting information. Drinks were available, but it was not a HARD SELL approach. We had a left over ticket from two years ago, and they honored that ticket. Nice touch. One more thing. Although I’m usually very careful, I booked the wrong Wednesday. Fortunately, they were not sold-out and easily adjusted my booking. I just wish the lady on the phone would have caught that when I called the day before. My biggest complaint: The “report-in” time is very early, although it only takes a couple minutes to get checked in (if you’ve completed all your paperwork online). If you do it, do the sunset cruise. Sit anywhere as dolphins will show up on all sides, and front and back. (Or as the crew would say, Port, Starboard, Bow and Stern)

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Jess Svia Google

5 months ago

We loved it! Very reasonable pricing. Would recommend buying the drink package. Saw lots of dolphins! We did the sun set cruise. Great experience!

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Steven Criollovia Google

7 months ago

Great little attraction on the Port A island. My family and I went on a whim for my girlfriend birthday and we had a great time. Price wasn't too bad and I ended up purchasing the drink package for my gf since it was her birthday and as long as you get two drinks while on the boat you'll get your money's worth for the drink wristband. Their bar is open to everyone though for purchases with some basic snacks as well. The staff and Captain were extremely friendly and knowledgeable and I enjoyed conversing with Captain Cowboy. We did see quite a few dolphins... they didn't get extremely close to the boat but their wild animals so it's expected and we still got some decent pictures. My advice would be to get in line early to board the vessel to get a good shaded seat. The front of the boat is all open to the sun so wear sunscreen just in case. You book online for your tickets which made the process so easy and check in was a breeze. Parking is nearby in a separate lot which can be tricky/a hassle to deal with because of the ferry traffic but other than that we really enjoyed ourselves.

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Aiko Floresvia Google

8 months ago

Our first time on here was amazing!! The crew was so helpful, and so polite. Drinks were delicious! We got to see a lot of dolphins! They had great music playing as well. We didn’t want to leave!! Highly recommend!

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Kenneth Parkvia Google

9 months ago

Great experience with Captain Cowboy and Company on The Scarlet Lady. During our visit over Memorial Day Weekend we successfully witnessed a number of dolphin pods, saw some cool historic sites, and fended off a pirate ship! Good experience. Ship was comfortable with plenty of shade, seating, and beverages for purchase. Worth our money. Would recommend.