Port of Brownsville Tour: Dolphins & Shrimp

Embark on a thrilling half-day boat tour from Port Brownsville and spot dolphins while learning about the shrimping industry. Discover the history of the area, witness decommissioned vessels being dismantled, and see the bustling Port where international shipping takes place.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • South Padre Island - LAGUNA MADRE BAY is located between the South Texas coast and Padre Island from Corpus Christi south to South Padre Island, TX. One of the Earth’s 6 hypersaline lagoons, where the salinity is above sea water. It has one of the most unspoiled and protected Eco systems in Texas and the U.S.
What's Included
  • Bring your own cooler with drinks and snacks
  • Enjoy coffee, donuts, and a small shrimp cocktail
Additional Information

The Port of Brownsville Tour offers a delightful 5-hour narrated cruise starting from South Padre Island, crossing the Laguna Madre Bay, and journeying down the Brownsville Ship Channel. During the trip, participants will have the opportunity to observe native Atlantic bottlenose dolphins and migratory birds. The tour provides insights into the South…

Location
33256 State Park Rd 100
State Park Road 100
We are located approximately 3/4 mile south of the Queen Isabella Causeway in the Sea Ranch Marina. Turn right into the Sea Ranch Marina and yield right of the Sea Ranch Restaurant. We are behind the restaurant. Look for the Texas Flags. Your boat is the Murphy's Law
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Jane_m
Mar 12, 2026
You will learn a lot! - Interesting, informative and windy, but very worth it! Lots of dolphins, pelicans and close up views of the shipyard. The crew, Brandon and Eric(?) were friendly and helpful. Thanks for the tour!
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Angelapy4799ro
Mar 8, 2026
Very fun - It is a very informative tour. We went with my Sister-in-Law & her husband. It was their first time on this trip. They actually worked at Navel systems & were the engineers on some of the ships. They actually gave the narrator some information on the ships.
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Q9955aqannap
Mar 5, 2026
Very relaxing and informative! - Great tour! Brandon and Patrick did a fantastic job!
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M5377tiwesleym
Mar 4, 2026
Fun and informational - Really great time, Super friendly Staff(Brandon included) not too crowded so you can see everything, tour was well though out/planned
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Lynne_w
Feb 26, 2026
Time and $ Well-Spent - Excellent tour! Ship captain not only ‘ followed the script’ but he was constantly on the lookout for extras. Thanks to him we not only got a great tour and learned interesting history and current developments but also got to see interesting wildlife. Well worth the $$!
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Paultie
Feb 23, 2026
Worth the reasonable cost - Nice harbor tour. Great commentary about the history and vurrdnt activites going on in the harbor. Didn't expect a huge Navy ship scrapping operation. Amazing!
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X5473fpphilb
Feb 19, 2026
Very informative - I wanted to see what all was going on in the port area? And we got to get up close and have it explained to us!
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Teresa_d
Feb 18, 2026
Crowded - It was wonderful. My only complaint is it was so crowded. It was hard to sit in one spot but no room to walk
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Susan_a
Mar 8, 2026
Educational experience - It is windy on the whole ride. Seeing the dolphins is a bonus. Interesting to learn about the ship scrapping industry.
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Jom541
Feb 20, 2026
Port Brownsville History and Activity is Amazing - Saw a lot of dolphins! Boat ride was a little long for my husband but he was so facinated with the information and the captain's knowledge of the story behind Port Brownsville. We both learned a lot and what a wonderful crew; very polite, professional and friendly. Great donuts and shrimp cocktail too.
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