Reviews

Had a fantastic time on the tiki boat. We went for sunset, and had a great cruise. Saw a ton of dolphins. Boat was very comfortable and family friendly. The crew also could not have been nicer. Highly recommend.

My family of 13 and I had a great experience on the Tiki cruise. The Captain and first mate were great hosts. The dolphin experience was amazing.

We had the best time & it was our second trip riding on the Tiki Boat Dolphin Tour..Our host & his wife were so gracious & made sure that everyone was having a good experience. We got to see many Dolphins & the weather was picture perfect & we would love to do this again❣️Cheryl & David Grubbs - Powhatan, Va.

My family and I had a great time! The snow cones were a big plus and just the vibe in general was awesome!

If you’re thinking about booking a tiki cruise with Captain Billy and Captain Dan, just do it! 😂 We had an absolute blast from start to finish. The music was awesome, we saw so many dolphins that I started wondering if the captains had them on speed dial. 🐬 The kids had the best time, and when Captain Billy and Captain Dan surprised them with Icees, they officially became the coolest captains ever. Great music, lots of laughs, amazing dolphin sightings, and memories our family won’t forget. If you’re looking for a fun time on the water with people who know how to... READ MORE entertain, this is it. We can’t wait to come back!

We had a great time with Captain D And Billy! We enjoyed everything about our tour and they had a great playlist of music. We would definitely book this tour again when we are back in the area. 7-2-26

Captin was Great. We got to see several dolphins. He took us in the harbor and was very insightful. Had a Great time!

Great obx experience you don't want to miss! Comfortable boat with bathroom and bar. Fun and knowledge captain and saw dolphins and a magnificent sunset

Saw a lot of dolphins, about four pods in different areas. The captain was very friendly and informative. Our family really enjoyed it.

Loved it !! Amazing boat with leathered seats and shade..the staff was awesome and accommodating with out last minute booking. The plus point was the snow cones!!

Amazing experience. Easy access, family friendly, stroller friendly! Adult drinks, snow cones for kids! Comfortable seating! Must book! Best tour!

Had a wonderful time they played some great music saw a boat load of dolphins and a tour of Wanchese Harbour the little fishing village best time ever bring your family and friends and re connect and the veiws are beutiful

Captain maneuvered boat smoothly and carefully admist the dolphin pods, caring about safety of passengers and dolphins. Other dolphin tours we encountered did not appear as conscientious, as they appeared to make hard turns at higher speeds among the pods.

Beautiful evening, great music, enjoyed the captain and crew. Very personable. Lots of dolphin and fun!

Fantastic time. Spotted a group of dolphins with young calf. Beautiful sunset viewing. Crew and first mate were super.

Always a great time! Grab a bunch of friends and go!

Went out on sunset cruise with our group tonight. Another fantastic time was had with all of us. He was the first captain to find dolphins. Set us up near pirates cove for a fantastic view of sunset. 2nd time our group went out with ONX Tiki Time and already making plans for next year!

It was great - saw dolphins, fresh hatched Osprey, and pelicans. Captain and crew made it a super laid back experience - played island-themed music instead of scripted chatter typical of a boat tour. If you want a chill but fun experience, book with OBX Tiki Time!

Amazing time. Great music and saw a lot of dolphins.

My children and I had a wonderful time and are so glad we chose to go on the Tiki Time Dolphins Tour. We saw so many dolphins and the ride was enjoyable with fun music and a laid back vibe. 10 out 10, would definitely do again! Worth every cent. We took the sunset cruise and had the added bonus of seeing the beautiful sunset over the water.

Excellent tour. The best we've been on. Super nice guys. Fun music, interacted with my daughter, along with us. Highly recommend. Plus we saw lots of dolphins.

My family and I enjoyed the ride and seeing the dolphins especially the baby's! Definitely be doing it again when we come back! Both captains was excellent!

Great experience. Captain D was great

Super comfy boat, and fun tour guide. They don’t talk the whole time so you can enjoy but point out fun and important things. Saw so many dolphins.

My son and I took a Sunset Dolphin Cruise with OBX Tiki Time, and it was so nice! We saw so many dolphins and seeing the sunset on Roanoke Sound with some relaxing music was really enjoyable.

Came up as a random ad and we took impromptu inspiration. What a great time 🔥🔥 10/10 recommend

Our family enjoyed our tour! Laid back & fun experience! Family friendly! Highly recommend!

Had an amazing time! Clean and professional! 💜🎉

I highly recommend Tiki Time 🌴🌊! It was the 'reel' deal! The captains were a great catch, with their knowledge and willingness to let us take in the moment making the experience a real treat. We had a fabulous time spotting dolphins 🐬 and taking in the stunning sunset 🌅. The vibes were chill, with music playing in the background, and it's BYOB, so don't forget your favorite drink 🍹!

It was a great experience for our family. The captain ensured everyone was enjoying the tour from the oldest adult to the youngest child. We were able to see lots of dolphins. A chill time for all. Highly recommend this tour!

Had so much fun! Highly recommend the dolphin tour.

We had a wonderful time on our dolphin tour. Randy had plenty to share about some of the history and sites on the coast as we passed. Communication was excellent as there were some changes due to the weather, but he reached out by both phone and text to let us know and to reschedule. We saw several dolphins, a beautiful sunset, and had an enjoyable trip. (Bring a jacket, it gets chilly on the water with the boat is in motion).

What an incredible experience! The captain was absolutely amazing. Not only did we get to see dolphins up close—including a mother and her baby—but he also took us through the beautiful marshes of the Outer Banks and Wanchese, all while sharing his local knowledge and great personality. The trip ended with one of the most breathtaking sunsets we’ve ever seen. The captain was personable, fun, and made everyone feel welcome from start to finish. If you’re looking for the perfect OBX boat tour, this is the boat you want to be on. Highly recommend!

If you are looking for a no fuss, laid back experience - this is it! The two guys running our boat were super cool and knowledgeable. They played yacht rock and offered free beer. We saw dolphins frolicking around and got a tour of the marina where Wicked Tuna was shot. We took the sunset cruise which was gorgeous. Don't forget a jacket - the boat picks up decent speed and as the sun goes down, so does the temp. I highly recommend this experience!

Captain Randy was such a privilege to have! He was very knowledgeable about the local boats, docs, and commercial fishing in the Outer Banks. Such a cool guy, very grateful to have had him as our guide and captain - we found multiple groups of dolphins (not a guarantee!). Make sure to take care of him when you go on a ride!

Absolutely wonderful time!!! Great tour guide!! Definitely would recommend !!

We saw several dolphins! Enjoyed the captain. Drinks on board were complimentary and the kids got a prize also. Thanks for a great time!

Awesome experience! We bright two toddlers and they enjoyed the whole thing, as did the adults. Saw dolphins and got some excellent local history as a bonus. Highly recommended!

Sunset cruise was perfect! We saw so many dolphins and the captain made sure that we saw even more! The tour through the sound was beautiful. Going through the Wanchese Harbor and hearing the mate talk about the history of the fishing village, and the amazing businesses that are now known around the world. Private Yacht and Charter boat building and the safe fresh seafood harvests that supplies our restaurants, our locals and visitors, and a large number of others across the world. With the great music and atmosphere, it was well... READ MORE worth the cost and a great tip!! Capt. Randy and his mate Carson do a great job!!

Fantastic time! The captain did a great job making sure we got to see dolphins plus we got a cool tour of the area too! Would absolutely go back, and plan to!

What a great time we had with Captian Randy. He took our family out for a 2 hour tour, which included seeing dolphins, touring the local fishing villages, and just cruising around on the water. He’s our go-to guy when we come to OBX!

Wonderful experience, friendly staff. We saw dolphins and enjoyed a nice sunset cruise. We were able to bring our own food and beverage to enjoy and they provided trash cans and coolers. Bathroom on board!

We had a great time. The captain was informative and we saw dolphins.

We had a wonderful excursion in the sound. A pod of dolphins obligingly frolicked around us for a good 20 minutes. The view of Bodie Light from the boat was stunning. The ride was smooth and the captain a font of area knowledge. It was a highlight of our trip to the OBX.

Amazing experience

We had a 10 am tour and it was AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE!!! We got to follow a pod of 7-8 Dolphins!!! The Crew was so personable and informative!!! It couldn’t have been a better time!!

We had a great time on our tour and saw lots of dolphins! The captain was very friendly and the boat very comfortable. We felt right at home and really enjoyed our time out. Would highly recommend!

We had taken a dolphin tour in 2024 and it was awesome . We were disappointed that this tour was not available during our stay this year. OBX Tiki Tours was recommended by that company. They did not disappoint. We were happy to find that this tours Captain was Jay, the same person from 2 years ago. Again this time he was entertaining and very knowledgeable. We saw new baby dolphins and full grown ones. Thank you for an awesome ending to our week in OBX.

Absolutely had a wonderful time. We had a sunset cruise getting to see a dolphins as well as a tour of some of the ship building areas around Manteo and Wanchese. The boat driver was very friendly and got to talk to us personally and inform of about the dolphins and surrounding areas. A local legend! HIGHLY recommend!

The weather was cold and we didn't, unfortunately, see any dolphins, but it was still a blast! Highly recommend!