Review: Dolphin Tour 85 – Drinks, Dinner, and Chance Encounters

If you are thinking about hopping aboard Dolphin Tour 85, you’re probably wondering what the experience is really, honestly like. Well, this aims to give you a better look, talking about everything from the splashes of the waves to the, well, almost questionable buffet choices. I mean, this is all about if that promised ‘chance’ encounter with dolphins, plus all the extras, are truly worth your money and your time. Ready for this adventure? You sure are!

What to Expect on Dolphin Tour 85: Overview

Dolphin Tour 85 sells itself as this all-inclusive excursion designed around combining the delight of nature watching with a very chill, almost carefree, cruise feel. So, in other words, you get a supposed dolphin sighting, yummy, I mean ‘yummy’, food, and a flow of drinks all included. It’s primarily structured around an afternoon-into-evening timeframe, making it so it gets good use of the sunlight for dolphin spotting and ends with a sunset dinner. How good is the offer actually? I’m here to, kind of, break it down for you, yeah?

The Dolphin Spotting “Chance”: Real or Just Bait?

Alright, the biggest draw, without a doubt, is that claim of dolphin sightings. Do you, in reality, get to see these wonderful sea creatures? Well, typically, the answer is yes… but that “chance” bit? Oh, it is very essential. During the trip I experienced, a few playful dolphins did, just for a moment, grace us with their presence, leaping around near the boat for maybe five, maybe ten minutes. That meant, so to speak, if you blinked you would certainly miss it. They tell me these encounters really do fluctuate, being dependent mostly on the time of year, the weather, and possibly even the dolphins’ moods. Therefore, if seeing dolphins is your only real goal, and the only reason you came, just manage your expectations. There are trips that are, like, designed just for serious dolphin viewing, that you might want to try instead.

All-Inclusive Drinks: What Are We Really Drinking?

Let’s have a conversation about those all-inclusive drinks, yeah? If your ticket has this, then there is probably access to, kind of, an open bar setting serving a selection of drinks such as mixed cocktails, wines, local beers, plus your regular sodas and juices. What I mean by all of that is that do not anticipate anything high end. So, you’ll likely find yourself reaching for standard well liquors and domestic beer brands. The bartenders are typically, in my experience, quite friendly and quick to whip you something up, too it’s almost like they know your going to need another. Overall, a really decent perk for the duration of the cruise, but, to be fair, it’s probably not worth it as something to be seriously excited about.

Dinner on the Water: A Culinary Voyage or Just Basic Grub?

Dinner is likely to be served buffet style. This will normally showcase a medley of options such as fish, chicken, possibly a pasta dish, lots of basic vegetable sides, and, also, some desserts. Now, in other words, temper your foodie hopes a little. The food isn’t what you’d think is fine dining. Therefore, it usually, I’d guess, caters more towards filling you up right as opposed to some awesome foodie adventure. I tell you what, enjoying dinner right as the sun dips over the horizon is rather lovely, really making the food somewhat taste much, much better due to the atmosphere.

Setting Sail: Boat Conditions, Ambiance, and Fellow Cruisers

The vessel itself typically offers adequate seating both outside and inside. The external decks will give you wonderful views so you are able to soak in your surroundings. The interior usually comes with places for sitting and chilling as well as staying protected just in case the climate shifts. This atmosphere is dependent largely on who happens to be aboard with you. You may be floating alongside anything from families to older folks and party-seeking groups. Usually the vibe is quite jovial and social, especially once folks have indulged in a drink or two, so maybe it would pay off to keep that in mind!

Is Dolphin Tour 85 Worth It?: A Quick Breakdown

In short, if you should take the plunge on the Dolphin Tour 85, it likely hinges on what you hope to get out of it. Is the tour a ‘yes’? Yes it is… depending. You might actually enjoy it if you consider this like an afternoon chilling on the sea, maybe hopefully checking out some dolphins, as well as being okay with very simple food and drink options. When dolphin sightings are vital and a fancier experience is what you are looking for, that just might miss the mark. But hey, being aware of the limitations makes it a tour that, by far, is one you will appreciate.