CATAMARAN CRUISES · THE USA
Good catamaran whale and dolphin watching in the USA fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of Island Time’s Shell Island catamaran cruise in Panama City Beach, with dolphins, snorkeling, paddleboards, a waterslide, and practical tips.
“It was perfect!!! Loved the cattameran!!! Will do every summer!!! Music and dancing made the trip eventful”
Snorkel with guaranteed green sea turtles at Turtle Canyon from Waikiki, with catamaran views, lunch, drinks, and seasonal whale watching.
“The catamaran sail was very enjoyable but the snorkeling was very crowded. Lunch was simply a deli wrap.”
Review of Panama City Beach’s 2-hour sunset dolphin catamaran cruise, with sailing details, pricing, dolphin sightings, drinks, tips, and policies.
“Crew was extra nice and fun especially blonde guy cannot remember his name tho must’ve been the drinks lol it was a good time!”
Review the Waikiki Turtle Snorkel and Sail on Hawea Catamaran, with costs, marine life, timing, safety tips, and who should book.
“This was a well organized snorkeling trip. Boat was nice and crew were great and friendly. We saw many turtles whole snorkeling”
Review of Oahu Catamarans’ $49.95 Turtle Canyon snorkel cruise, with turtles guaranteed, guided swims, snacks, safety tips, and practical advice.
“Was alot of fun. Staff was amazing and ensured everyone was safe but also enjoying the experience. I would definitely do it again in the future.”
Review of Maui’s $49 Ma'alaea Harbor whale-watching cruise, with catamaran tips, whale sightings, parking advice, and honest value notes.
“He was very informative about the whales, and it was cool listening to the sounds they make. We did see 1 breach which was really cool but I would have liked to see more!”
Review of Kona’s luxury catamaran snorkel cruise, with dolphins, meals, water toys, practical tips, costs, and honest snorkeling advice.
“This was one of the highlights of our family trip! With a total of 17 people and kids ranging from 8 months to 20 years there was something for everyone! From the slide, jumping off the boat, paddle boards, noodles, and a mat to just float! The staff was absolutely amazing, the Captain was very informative and stopped every time she saw something in the water that was worth a pic or two! Shout out to Taylor, my boys enjoyed your stories of adventure and overall your kind nature and down to earth personality! We had so much fun, so thank you to all of your staff who were hands…”
Review the Privateer sunset dolphin sail in Panama City Beach, with pricing, timing, onboard drinks, dolphin sightings, and practical tips.
“It’s a fun time you enjoy the ocean life the crew is very nice you have a good experience with everybody my family really enjoyed the time on the ocean”
Review of Shell Island’s 3-hour catamaran tour with dolphins, inflatables, kayaks, snorkeling, family tips, pricing, and practical details.
“Staff was friendly, boat was nice, drinks were cold and it was a great way to spend a few hours on the ocean.”
See dolphins and a Gulf sunset aboard Footloose, with music, one drink, a cash-free bar, and a relaxed 90-minute Panama City Beach sail.
“Was a great trip. Lots of dolphins and a beautiful sunset. Crew was very friendly and informative. Good deal for the price.”
Review the Footloose snorkeling and dolphin tour in Panama City Beach, with Shell Island, drinks, pricing, family tips, and practical details.
“Great adventure. Quite of a long walk if you have little ones or older adults. Overall great experience and SUPER friendly crew!!”
Review of the Footloose Catamaran dolphin tour in Panama City Beach, including price, timing, dolphin sightings, crew, weather, and booking tips.
“Marci and jack were amazing , they were very knowledgeable, had great personalities, and all around created an amazing experience for all would mostly return and set sail with them again”
Review of Newport Beach’s 150-minute catamaran whale cruise, with dolphins, whales, practical parking advice, guide details, and honest value tips.
“I was very pleased and happy with the tour, and I would recommend it to anyone”
Review of Maui’s Winona catamaran whale tour from Maalaea, with whale songs, snacks, drinks, mountain views, pricing, and booking tips.
“Wonderful trip to see whales! Crew was very friendly and helpful. When grandson started getting a little seasick. The captain had him come have a seat up top by him since it was calmer up there. Crew fixed him an ice pack and gave him Sprite to make him feel better. It all helped him feel better and enjoy the whales..”
Review of Daytona Beach’s small-group catamaran sail, with dolphin watching, manatee sightings, pricing, timing, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Very nice gentle ride. We were lucky enough to spot a pod of 4 who played around and under the boat for quite some time!”
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