Coastal Bend Dolphin Tours
See the Wild Gulf Up Close, Crowd Free
If you’re coming to the Coastal Bend and you don’t get on the water, you’re missing the real show. And if you’re packed onto a noisy party boat with 40 strangers, you’re not really seeing it.
At Chrissy’s Coastal Bend Adventures, we offer private dolphin tours that let you slow down, soak in the beauty, and connect with nature without the chaos of a head boat. Just your people, your captain, and the open water.
More Than Dolphins — A Wildlife Watcher’s Dream
The Coastal Bend isn’t just dolphin territory. It’s one of the richest wildlife zones on the Texas Gulf. Our tours glide through marshes, estuaries, and shallow flats that are alive with more than just fins.
What You Might See:
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Roseate Spoonbills — bright pink and striking, often called the Texas flamingo
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Great Blue Herons and Egrets — tall, graceful, and always on the hunt
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Ospreys and Pelicans — diving for fish or perched like sentinels
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Mullet Leaping — silver flashes breaking the surface all around
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Crabs, Rays, and Sea Turtles — every day brings something new
This is where the Gulf meets the wild. And your private tour gives you the space and time to actually take it all in.
Why This Area is Perfect for Dolphin Watching
The Texas Coastal Bend is a quiet powerhouse for marine life. From Rockport to Aransas Pass to the edge of Corpus, these calm, shallow waters are ideal for year-round sightings.
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Here’s why:
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Protected estuaries and bays create feeding and nesting grounds
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Resident dolphin pods stay local instead of migrating
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Rich ecosystems support a full food chain
Fewer boats means fewer disruptions to wildlife
What to Expect on Your Tour
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Dolphin sightings — pods cruising, playing, or popping up to say hello
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Coastal birds — some rare, all beautiful
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Local scenes — shrimping docks, old lighthouses, and secret channels
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The vibe — golden hour glow or bright midday peace
You’ll ride in comfort on a 24-foot Bayliner deck boat with space to move, lounge, and snap photos without crowding.
This is not a pre-planned loop or generic script. We follow the water, the weather, and the wildlife.
Private Means Better
Here’s what sets our tours apart from the big boats:
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It’s just your group. No noise. No tight seating.
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We move at your pace. Want to stop longer when dolphins show up? You got it.
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Great for families. Easy access and a calm ride make it ideal for kids or grandparents.
Add personal touches. Bring drinks or ask us to stock the cooler. We’ll take care of it.
Where We Launch
All dolphin tours depart from Conn Brown Harbor in Aransas Pass, with easy access from Rockport, Port Aransas, and Corpus Christi.
Rates and Booking
Private Dolphin Tour
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Duration: Around 2 hours
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Price: $290 per group
Group Size: Up to 6 Guests
Optional Add-ons: Charcuterie board, wine, soft drinks available by request
