Tropical Tides Scenic Day Cruise – Public
from $59.00
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Overview
Come aboard The Oasis and leave your worries on land! Bring your favorite drinks (cans only) and experience Charlotte Harbor’s most relaxing way to meet the locals—our playful bottlenose dolphins. We keep drinks ice-cold in a jumbo cooler and provide cups, plates, napkins, and a private electric-flush restroom. Lounge under the tiki roof or stretch out on plush seating while island tunes roll.
This isn’t just a boat ride—it’s a naturalist-led eco tour. Learn how dolphins hunt and raise calves as we slow for respectful viewing (sightings common, never guaranteed). Watch for seasonal manatees, ospreys, pelicans, rays, snook, and the mangrove nurseries that power this estuary.
Kids (and curious adults) love our discovery bucket—conch shells, captain’s spyglasses, fossils, and skeleton models bring the ecosystem to life. You’ll leave with new facts, great photos, and that vacation feeling.
1 hour 30 minutes
Meet at the start point (no pickup)
Come into Laishley Park Marina where there is ample parking, we recommend parking in front of the Downtown Bait & Tackle Shop. We meet at the public floating dock just a short walk from the Bait & Tackle Shop.
Itinerary
- 1Stop
Smile and waive to our land-loving friends as we cruise by the iconic Fisherman's Village! We'll pass by water-front restaurants like Harpoon Harry's and Village Brewhouse.
- 2Stop
The latest and greatest resort on Charlotte Harbor. See its 8 stories stretch into the blue horizon of the Florida sky, and wave to a friendly passerby.
- 3Stop
Behold the multi-million dollar real estate of the luxurious canals of Punta Gorda Isles. We'll take a quick detour from our quest to encounter wild dolphins to do a little window shopping and look at Zillow listings.
- 4Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands
Where the dolphins hang out. We'll search for our finned friends at all the local hotspots. Our certified naturalists will teach you and your crew all about the local wildlife, the eco system in which they live, and the history and culture of SWFL! All while you enjoy your BYOB drinks.
- 5Stop
Wave to our land loving friends as we pass by aboard "The Oasis" before returning to Laishley Park Marina!
What's included
- Naturalist-led narration on Charlotte Harbor Wildlife & Ecology Facts
- Props For Selfies
- Cooler Full Of Ice
- Cups, Plates, Napkins, And Cutlery
- Fully enclosed flushing head on board.
Not included
- Feel free to BYOB!
- We sell chips and charcuterie on board.
- We sell sodas and sparkling water at our elevated bar.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
