Private Wildlife Cruises with Blue Magoo Excursions
Experience the wildlife of Anna Maria Island up close with a private Dolphin Tour from Blue Magoo Excursions.
These two-hour cruises are designed for families, couples, and small groups who want to enjoy the beauty of Florida’s Gulf Coast and its marine life without fishing.
Led by Captain Caleb O’Connor, each tour explores the calm, protected waters surrounding the island areas known for frequent dolphin activity and other wildlife sightings.
Kingfish Boat Ramp (Anna Maria Island) or Warner’s Bayou (Bradenton)
Private wildlife and sightseeing tour
Families, couples, and visitors who enjoy nature
During your dolphin tour, you’ll explore Anna Maria Sound, Palma Sola Bay, and the Manatee River, where wildlife is abundant.
Guests often encounter:
Every trip is unique, depending on the tides and conditions, but wildlife sightings are frequent and the scenery is always beautiful.
Your dolphin tour includes:
Guests are welcome to bring snacks or drinks of their choice.
For comfort and enjoyment during your trip, please bring:
Captain Caleb O’Connor is a U.S. Coast Guard–licensed captain and lifelong Bradenton local. Having spent his life fishing and boating these waters, he brings deep local knowledge of the area’s wildlife and waterways.
Captain Caleb’s tours are designed to provide a safe, enjoyable experience for guests of all ages, while showcasing the natural beauty of Anna Maria Island and its surrounding bays.
All excursions are operated aboard a 1972 Aquasport 22’2”, fully rebuilt in 2021. The boat features cushioned seating, a bimini top for shade, and plenty of space to relax and take in the views.
Each dolphin tour is for your group only.
Guided by a lifelong resident who knows where dolphins are most active.
Rebuilt 22-foot Aquasport with shade and seating.
Launching from Holmes Beach or Bradenton.
Safe, easygoing, and educational.
See dolphins and other marine life in their natural habitat on a private tour around Anna Maria Island.
