--- title: "Dolphin & Wildlife Tour Englewood FL | Lemon Bay" description: "Book a two-hour private dolphin and wildlife boat tour on Lemon Bay from $350 for up to 6 guests, with options for groups up to 12." canonical: "https://englewoodboattours.com/tours/wildlife-boat-tours/" image: "https://englewoodboattours.com/assets/images/heroes/tours-wildlife-boat-tours.webp" content_role: "commercial" primary_query: "dolphin and wildlife boat tour englewood" parent_hub: "https://englewoodboattours.com/tours/" --- # Dolphin & Wildlife Boat Tour in Englewood Explore Lemon Bay for dolphins, manatees, coastal birds and the habitats that support them during a two-hour private outing. The captain reads the water and shoreline while keeping a respectful distance; wildlife is never chased, fed, touched or guaranteed. ## Duration and private-group pricing Two-hour private Dolphin & Wildlife Tour on Lemon Bay. The listed price reserves the selected boat for the group rather than charging each guest separately. ### 2 hours | Boat | Capacity | Private-group rate | |---|---:|---:| | Rora² | Up to 6 guests | $350 before tax | | Louise | Up to 12 guests | $475 before tax | | Duques | Up to 12 guests | $575 before tax | Private-group rates shown before tax. The listed rate reserves the selected boat for the group; it is not a per-person price. Rates reviewed September 2, 2026. - A 50% deposit is required to reserve the boat. - The remaining 50% is due on the day of embarkation before departure. - Arrive 30 minutes before departure for safety instructions. ## What happens during the wildlife tour The outing follows habitat rather than a staged animal schedule. The group may watch mangrove edges, seagrass areas, feeding birds, surface activity and open water where dolphins or manatees sometimes travel. A meaningful tour still explains Lemon Bay when a marquee animal does not appear. - Two private hours - Habitat and wildlife interpretation - Patient observation - No guaranteed sightings ## Choose the right boat Rora² carries up to six at the lower private rate. Louise offers a pontoon layout for groups up to 12. Duques is the premium 38 ft vessel for up to 12 and costs $100 more than Louise. The confirmed captain and boat must both legally and practically fit the group. - Rora²: $350 for up to 6 - Louise: $475 for up to 12 - Duques: $575 for up to 12 ## What is included The private-group price includes the captain, fuel, bottled water, cooler, ice, shade, Bluetooth music, life jackets, dry storage and charging ports. Restroom access is available before departure. Guests who want photographs should bring a camera or binoculars with a secure strap. - Fuel and captain - Bottled water, cooler and ice - Adult and children's life jackets - Shade, dry storage and charging ports - Restroom access before departure ## What to bring and what stays ashore Bring polarized sunglasses, sun protection, a secure camera and a light layer when needed. Food, drinks, alcohol and a personal cooler may come aboard when safely stowed, but glass is prohibited. Do not bring anything intended to feed, attract or touch wildlife. - Polarized sunglasses or binoculars - Camera with a secure strap - Food and drinks in non-glass containers - No glass - No wildlife food or attractants ## Departure from Lemon Bay Departing from a private dock at the mouth of Gottfried Creek where it meets Lemon Bay. Exact address provided after booking. Parking and restrooms are available, and guests should arrive 30 minutes early. Discuss limited mobility before booking because the dock can be difficult for some guests. - Private dock with direct bay access - Exact address after booking - Arrive 30 minutes early - Ask about boarding needs before paying ## Deposit and weather terms A 50% deposit reserves the boat, and the balance is due before departure on embarkation day. Requests made at least 72 hours ahead may qualify for a refund or booking credit. Inside 72 hours, the deposit is non-refundable. If the operator cancels before departure for unsafe conditions, the group may reschedule, receive credit or receive a refund. - Read the [cancellation policy](https://englewoodboattours.com/policies/cancellations/) - Read the [weather policy](https://englewoodboattours.com/policies/weather/) ## Request the wildlife tour Use the availability form or call (941) 841-9660 with the date, group size and preferred boat. Published rates are private-group prices before tax and were last reviewed on September 2, 2026. ## Frequently asked questions ### Will we definitely see dolphins or manatees? No. These are wild animals moving through a natural estuary, so no sighting is guaranteed. ### How long is the Dolphin & Wildlife Tour? The private wildlife tour is two hours, with arrival required 30 minutes before departure. ### How much does the wildlife tour cost? The private-group rate is $350 on Rora² for up to 6, $475 on Louise for up to 12, or $575 on Duques for up to 12, before tax. ### Does the boat approach dolphins or manatees? The captain observes wildlife without chasing, feeding, touching or crowding animals and follows posted protection zones. ### What birds might we see? Herons, egrets, pelicans, ospreys and other coastal birds may be present, but no particular species is guaranteed. ### Can we bring a camera or binoculars? Yes. Use a wrist or neck strap and keep equipment secure while the boat is moving. ### Can we bring drinks? Yes, including alcohol, when containers are safely stored and not made of glass. ### What payment is required? A 50% deposit reserves the boat. The remaining 50% is due before departure on embarkation day. ## Continue planning - [Lemon Bay Wildlife Guide](https://englewoodboattours.com/guide/wildlife/) - [Dolphins in Lemon Bay](https://englewoodboattours.com/guide/dolphins/) - [Manatees in Lemon Bay](https://englewoodboattours.com/guide/manatees/) - [Birds of Lemon Bay](https://englewoodboattours.com/guide/birds/) - [Private Lemon Bay Boat Tour & Custom Charter](https://englewoodboattours.com/tours/private-boat-tours/) ## Business details - Public business: Englewood Boat Tours - Legal company: PERPETUAL SOLUTIONS INC - Service area: Englewood, Florida and the Lemon Bay area - Phone: [(941) 841-9660](tel:+19418419660) - Booking email: [bookings@englewoodboattours.com](mailto:bookings@englewoodboattours.com) - Departure: Departing from a private dock at the mouth of Gottfried Creek where it meets Lemon Bay. Exact address provided after booking. --- Source: [Dolphin & Wildlife Boat Tour in Englewood](https://englewoodboattours.com/tours/wildlife-boat-tours/) on Englewood Boat Tours.