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Best Private Dolphin Charters — Our Top 15

44 trips  ·  from $35 a head

Your own skipper means your own departure time, which on this activity is most of the battle. These 15 charters are priced per boat rather than per head, so they make sense from about four people up; the listings say how many each takes.

Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Madeira - Searching for dolphins and whales
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Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Madeira

1.Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Madeira

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 539 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) Our pick

From Calheta Marina, your private group of up to five cruises Madeira’s coast aboard a motor yacht, watching for dolphins and whales, swimming, and snorkeling. Emanuel, Luca, Chiara, and other crew members provide wildlife details, towels, drinks, photos, and a sunset option without whale watching.

“We had a great time on board. The whole crew took perfect care of us. Thank you very much for this experience.”

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90-Minute Private Dolphin Tour in Hilton Head Island - Captain Mark’s Lowcountry Storytelling
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90-Minute Private Dolphin Tour in Hilton Head Island

2.90-Minute Private Dolphin Tour in Hilton Head Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 516 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Cruise Hilton Head’s salt marshes and nearby waters with Captain Mark, a licensed captain and Lowcountry Master Naturalist. Your private group of up to six spends about 90 minutes seeking wild dolphins, with possible views of the lighthouse, Cooper River, Daufuskie Island, crabs, birds, and shell islands.

“Mark was very knowledgeable about the area and the wildlife, especially the dolphins. He is a vey good and friendly guide. We saw several dolphin pods, egrets, and herons!! Thank you Mark!”

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Lydia Boat Mauritius :Private boat tour:Whales&Dolphins encounter - Snorkeling at the aquarium and Crystal Rock
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Lydia Boat Mauritius :Private boat tour:Whales&Dolphins encounter

3.Lydia Boat Mauritius :Private boat tour:Whales&Dolphins encounter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 409 reviews · from $225

Meet the Lydia Boat crew at Emba Filao beach for a private seven-and-a-half-hour speedboat trip. Miguel, Navy, Owen, Rino, Theo, and others may guide your group toward wild dolphins, whales, turtles, aquarium snorkeling, Crystal Rock, and a seafood barbecue, now served on the boat while Île aux Bénitiers is closed.

“The tour was amazing. Navy & Rino went out of their way to make sure we saw whales & dolphins, and ensured our comfort and safety at all times. The seafood lunch they prepared was easily the best meal we had over our 2 weeks in Mauritius, and we will never forget the fresh grilled lobster we had. Easily one of the best Viator tours we have ever booked, we highly recommend this experience!”

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Private Luxury Yacht Charters, BYOB & Dolphins - Getting out onto Charleston Harbor
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Private Luxury Yacht Charters, BYOB & Dolphins

4.Private Luxury Yacht Charters, BYOB & Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 395 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Sail Charleston Harbor on a private, crewed yacht for 2.5 hours. Bring drinks and snacks, relax on bow bean bags, and look for dolphins near Fort Sumter and the Ravenel Bridge. Captains such as Will, Brian, Holly, and Glenn add local stories and attentive service.

“No parking at the marina. Other than that, get ready for a super chill time at sea with a more than capable crew. Brian and Judd were a pleasure”

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PRIVATE! | 4-hour Speed Boat Trip | Swim With Dolphins, Snorkeling & Island - Searching for dolphins near Dolphin House
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PRIVATE! | 4-hour Speed Boat Trip | Swim With Dolphins, Snorkeling & Island

5.PRIVATE! | 4-hour Speed Boat Trip | Swim With Dolphins, Snorkeling & Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 341 reviews

Take a private speedboat from Marina Hurghada for four to five hours of dolphin spotting, reef snorkeling, and island time. Your guide and captain tailor the pace for your group of up to six. Guides such as Islam, Mohammed, and Said have helped beginners and families feel at ease in the water.

“We had a great trip with our guids Kalid and Saïd. We highly recommend this trip to other tourist. The boat was very comfortabel and Kalid en Saïd are very kind and fun. They even spotted sharks and dolphins for us to swim with and we danced with them on some good music! If we ever go back to this place we would book the same tour!”

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Private Shelling and Dolphin Excursion - Shelling on Remote Islands
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Private Shelling and Dolphin Excursion

6.Private Shelling and Dolphin Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 337 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Set out from Goodland with a private captain such as Kasey, Matt, Nick, or Tyler. Cruise the mangroves of Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge, look for dolphins, manatees, birds, and shells, and return with your finds packed in included bags and buckets.

“My family and I had the best time with Captain Matt! He was extremely knowledgeable about the local wildlife and seashells. On our trip we found shells, dolphins, and spoonbills! I cannot recommend enough and if I return to the area I will be a returning customer for sure!”

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2-Hour Private Hilton Head Dolphin Watching Cruise - Leaving from Pinckney Island Wildlife Refuge
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2-Hour Private Hilton Head Dolphin Watching Cruise

7.2-Hour Private Hilton Head Dolphin Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 306 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Set out from 43 Jenkins Road on a private two-hour cruise with captains such as Dave, Neil, Harry, or Moto. Look for dolphins near Calibogue Sound, pass Harbour Town, view Pinckney Island Wildlife Refuge, and bring your own food and drinks for the cooler.

“Captain Harry was friendly and knowledgeable. We saw quite a few dolphins and truly enjoyed the beautiful scenery. Our boys are six and eight and they loved it too.”

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Eco-Raft Tour: Maui-Lanai Snorkel / Dolphin Watch (Semi-Private) - Leaving Lahaina for Lanai’s sea cliffs
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Eco-Raft Tour: Maui-Lanai Snorkel / Dolphin Watch (Semi-Private)

8.Eco-Raft Tour: Maui-Lanai Snorkel / Dolphin Watch (Semi-Private)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 259 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $96

Join Hawaii Ocean Rafting from Lahaina for a semi-private trip to Lanai. Captain Jack, Jill, Darrell, and other crew members may guide you to two snorkel sites, dolphin pods, turtles, and sea cliffs. Choose a five-hour snorkel, two-hour dolphin watch, or seasonal snorkel and whale-watching combo.

“Would come back. Helped a ground of starter snorkelers, they were great to my wife when she inhaled too much salt water, and prescription goggles made the day fantastic.”

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Hurghada: Private 4 Hours Speedboat Dolphin House Snorkling Tour - Paradise Island and Orange Bay as alternatives
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Hurghada: Private 4 Hours Speedboat Dolphin House Snorkling Tour

9.Hurghada: Private 4 Hours Speedboat Dolphin House Snorkling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 253 reviews · from $65

Take a private speedboat from Hurghada to Dolphin House, with hotel pickup, a captain, snorkeling gear, fruit, snacks, soft drinks, and bottled water. The trip is described as about four hours, though the inclusions also mention a three-hour boat ride. Paradise Island and Orange Bay may be alternative routes.

“It's really very nice, relaxed people and went to the most beautiful places. Everything was arranged very well.”

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2-Hour Private Sightseeing Dolphin Tour in Panama City Beach - Leaving Beck Avenue for the bay
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2-Hour Private Sightseeing Dolphin Tour in Panama City Beach

10.2-Hour Private Sightseeing Dolphin Tour in Panama City Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 235 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Captain Zach leads a private two-hour cruise for up to six people through St. Andrews Bay and toward Shell Island. Look for wild bottlenose dolphins, turtles, rays, and other sea life, then snorkel or walk the white-sand beach. Water, ice, a cooler, and gear are included.

“Great experience! Private trip to see dolphins UP CLOSE. Much better experience than larger boats packed with strangers. The visit to Shell Island was great where we (Captain Zach) found a shark tooth and witnessed a stunning sunset.”

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Dolphin House By Private Speed Boat & Drinks & Transfer-Hurghada - Snorkeling over Red Sea coral
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Dolphin House By Private Speed Boat & Drinks & Transfer-Hurghada

11.Dolphin House By Private Speed Boat & Drinks & Transfer-Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 225 reviews · from $50Best value

Leave Hurghada at 8 am for a private speedboat ride to Dolphin House. You can look for dolphins, snorkel with equipment provided, fish from the boat, and enjoy water and soft drinks. Guide Snoopy has earned praise for his friendly service, though boat condition can vary.

“An absolutely amazing experience and the guide was amazing too. Very friendly and knowledgeable about the area.”

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Private Dolphin Watch, Lighthouse and Ecological Boat Tours - Why the Private Boat Matters
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Private Dolphin Watch, Lighthouse and Ecological Boat Tours

12.Private Dolphin Watch, Lighthouse and Ecological Boat Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 218 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Join Captain Gresh for a private two-hour boat ride from Folly Beach through oyster-filled estuaries to Morris Island Lighthouse. Your group of up to six can watch for dolphins and wildlife, search for shells and artifacts, and learn about local history along the way.

“Capt Gresh did a great job with giving background and historical information on the area in general as well with covering the wildlife. It was very cool to get up close to the Morris Island lighthouse.”

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Swim With Dolphins & Turtles in West Oahu (Semi-Private Tours) - Dolphins are the headline, but the supporting cast is impressive
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Swim With Dolphins & Turtles in West Oahu (Semi-Private Tours)

13.Swim With Dolphins & Turtles in West Oahu (Semi-Private Tours)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 200 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $200

From Waianae, Aloha Ocean takes you along West Oahu in a luxury powerboat with no more than six guests. Guides such as Shanti, Brooke, Koa, Stef, Lauren, and Rebecca search for wild dolphins, turtles, reef fish, seals, and whales. Snorkel gear is included, but wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

“Guides are fantastic. They found plenty of wildlife for our small group, and we had several opportunities to swim with the dolphins. Highly recommended!”

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3 Hour Dolphin Private Guided Tour By A Marine Biologist - Key points to know before you book
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3 Hour Dolphin Private Guided Tour By A Marine Biologist

14.3 Hour Dolphin Private Guided Tour By A Marine Biologist

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 180 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Join Captain Chris, a marine biologist, for a three-hour private boat trip near Destin. Look for dolphins and other sea life, cruise to Shell Island, snorkel with provided gear, and enjoy a flexible outing for up to six people.

“Chris did a great job! We saw a Queen Helmet! Rarely seen anywhere! There were Starfish, crabs, and we even had a private island!”

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Private 2hr Supreme Whale/Dolphin Watching Tour, Newport Beach CA - Searching for dolphins in the open water
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Private 2hr Supreme Whale/Dolphin Watching Tour, Newport Beach CA

15.Private 2hr Supreme Whale/Dolphin Watching Tour, Newport Beach CA

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews

Captain Nick and other USCG-licensed naturalist captains take your group of up to six from Newport Harbor toward local dolphin and whale grounds. Expect a fast, intimate boat ride, wildlife facts, and close views when conditions cooperate. Arrive 30 minutes early and dress warmly.

“Captain Nick pulled out all the stops for us and we had a breathtaking experience. The boat trip itself would have been reward enough (super fast and fun!) but it was truly awe-inspiring to see dolphins and whales feeding and plaRead more”

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Private Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling at Mnemba Island reef - Mnemba Reef and its underwater life
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Private Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling at Mnemba Island reef

18★ 4.0Private Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling at Mnemba Island reefFrom $104104 reviews
Swim with Dolphins Semi Private Speedboat Sea Tour - Hurghada - Banana boats, quadra rides, and the activity mismatch
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Swim with Dolphins Semi Private Speedboat Sea Tour – Hurghada

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