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Miami Wildlife Cruise: Dolphins, Manatees & More
4.8
29 Ratings
Miami
Explore Miami’s wild side on a family-friendly cruise to Raccoon Island. Spot dolphins, swim in clear waters, and enjoy scenic views.
Explore Miami’s wild side on a family-friendly cruise to Raccoon Island. Spot dolphins, swim in clear waters, and enjoy scenic views.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Biscayne Bay - Biscayne Bay Scenic Cruise — 1 hour
Set sail from Venetian Marina and glide through the stunning waters of Biscayne Bay, taking in the breathtaking views of Miami’s skyline and coastal islands. Be on the lookout for dolphins, manatees, and other fascinating marine life along the journey. - Sandspur Island - Sandspur Island…
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Biscayne Bay - Biscayne Bay Scenic Cruise — 1 hour
Set sail from Venetian Marina and glide through the stunning waters of Biscayne Bay, taking in the breathtaking views of Miami’s skyline and coastal islands. Be on the lookout for dolphins, manatees, and other fascinating marine life along the journey. -
Sandspur Island - Sandspur Island (Raccoon Island) — 1 hour 15 minutes
Reach the renowned Raccoon Island, where visitors can disembark for an optional guided wildlife tour to observe the island’s raccoons and explore its natural beauty. Guests can also unwind on the beach or take a refreshing swim in the nearby shallow, clear waters. - Haulover Inlet and Beach Park - Guests will cruise to the Haulover Sandbar, situated just by the inlet and a short distance from Sandspur Island. This well-loved spot is famous for its clear, shallow waters and lively boating scene. Here, you can jump into the water, relax on floats, enjoy the scenery, and soak up the vibrant atmosphere of one of Miami’s top sandbar destinations.
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Indian Creek - Indian Creek Island (“Billionaire Bunker”) — pass by
Sail past the ultra-exclusive residences of Indian Creek Island while your captain shares intriguing local stories about the area. -
Biscayne Bay - Biscayne Bay Scenic Return Cruise — 1 hour 15 minutes
Delight in a serene cruise back across Biscayne Bay to Venetian Marina, enjoying the stunning coastal vistas.
What's Included
- Comfortable seating, shaded areas, bottled water, bar & restroom onboard
- Scenic cruise past Indian Creek Island (“Billionaire Bunker”)
- Swim stop in shallow water with floats included
- Opportunities to spot dolphins and manatees along the route
- Crew-guided island walk to help spot raccoons and local wildlife
- Opportunities to observe the…
- Comfortable seating, shaded areas, bottled water, bar & restroom onboard
- Scenic cruise past Indian Creek Island (“Billionaire Bunker”)
- Swim stop in shallow water with floats included
- Opportunities to spot dolphins and manatees along the route
- Crew-guided island walk to help spot raccoons and local wildlife
- Opportunities to observe the island’s famous raccoons up close
- Licensed captain and professional crew
- Scenic wildlife boat cruise through Biscayne Bay
What's Not Included
- Gratuity not included
- Gratuity not included
Additional Information
Experience a unique side of Miami with this family-friendly wildlife cruise that combines nature, adventure, and time on the water. Sail through Biscayne Bay, where you might see dolphins and manatees, before reaching Raccoon Island. Here, guests can choose to join a guided island walk to observe raccoons and explore the natural environment.
For those…
Experience a unique side of Miami with this family-friendly wildlife cruise that combines nature, adventure, and time on the water. Sail through Biscayne Bay, where you might see dolphins and manatees, before reaching Raccoon Island. Here, guests can choose to join a guided island walk to observe raccoons and explore the natural environment.
For those who prefer to unwind, enjoy a swim in the shallow, clear waters while the boat stays anchored nearby, providing easy access to your belongings and onboard facilities. On the return journey, enjoy the picturesque views of Indian Creek Island, known as Miami’s “Billionaire Bunker.” This cruise offers the perfect blend of wildlife, sightseeing, swimming, and relaxation on the water.
- Is this toddler, child, and infant friendly? Yes
Location
Aqua Party Boat
North Bayshore Drive
Please arrive 20 minutes early at Aqua Party Boat – Pier 3, Venetian Marina (1635 N Bayshore Dr). Paid parking is available at the nearby Publix garage ($15–$30). Free parking is available in the Publix lot about a 7-minute walk away. The free Miami Beach Water Taxi stops directly at the marina. M-F
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(29 Ratings)
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Elizabeth_e
May 8, 2026
Great trip to an amazing island - Great crew and awesome island. The time was enough to walk around the island, share with the raccoon and swim in the ocean
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Lyn_m
May 4, 2026
Fun Day! - Raccoons love fruit & Doritos! They are adorable. The boat ride
was smooth and enjoyable. Pricing is very reasonable.
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Clarissa_j
May 3, 2026
The tour was so much fun.... - The tour was so much fun. We went in the morning but still saw about 8 raccoons on the island. Our captain and co-captain were entertaining and informative. Highly recommend!
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Kaitlyn_k
Apr 30, 2026
These guys were amazing.... - These guys were amazing. From accommodating when traffic tried to ruin our day, to making sure everyone on board was well taken care of, this experience was a once in a lifetime with Captain Wren and First Mate Butch. They were funny, skilled at what they do, and gave a great tour guide into the sites we were seeing and the places we’d be heading to. Definitely would recommend anyone who is looking for a fun filled afternoon to check out these guys!
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Jennifer_r
Apr 29, 2026
Fun experience, we got... - Fun experience, we got to see different raccoons, some were friendly and would come up to us, some just wondering around, but none seemed scared or ran off. A fun island to wander around.
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Crystal_b
Apr 25, 2026
Such a fun adventure! - Ren and Zoe were both so incredible! we had a slight hiccup with the island but Zoe and Ren were SO quick on their feet to change plans and make the best of our trip! We had such a great experience and got to see the raccoons and swim on the sand bar- money well spent! 1000% recommend!
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Alexsannar
Apr 20, 2026
The crew were great and... - The crew was great and made the experience so fun. The view while on the boat was incredible and visiting the island was amazing!!
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Angelica_w
Apr 18, 2026
Absolutely amazing - This was an amazing experience. Zoey was the absolute best.the captain was great too.1000/10 recommend
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Sharon_h
Apr 15, 2026
Great trip - The party boat was amazing the crew were fantastic it’s a great morning out very knowledgeable and great atmosphere would definitely recommend
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Penneyv2026
Apr 16, 2026
Less than expected - we took the excursion April 11 in the morning from Venetian Marina. The excursion was late taking off. The photos/videos on the webside show many raccoons on the beach accepting food. I saw a total of four raccoons that I had to hunt for and a giant gross spider. I am older with mobility issues and getting on and off the boat was a challenge as we had to use a plastic set of steps rather than the ramp. Twice during the excursion we were reminded that we should tip $10 per person. I don't like people begging for tips. I'm sure these two guys (Ren and Butchie) are paid for their time and they had fistfuls of money when we got off the boat. So based on $10 per person they got at least $350 in tips so that is $50/hour on top of their wage. I'm a registered nurse and make $40. It was underwhelming. It took at least 30 minutes before we found a raccoon. The website is falsely representing the experience.
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