Reviews

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!

Me and my family loved being able to go out on your boat and experience seeing the dolphins. The 2 gentleman on the boat were very friendly and informative

Great experience! We saw lots of dolphins 🐬 the captain was very knowledgeable and answered any questions we had

Captain Randy was awesome! We had a great experience with him! He gave us facts, and information on the area, with a little comedy. He made the tour so much fun! He took us to an area he heard some dolphins were spotted, and the information was accurate! We seen so many dolphins! It was amazing, something I will never forget. We had our 4 kids (ages 8-17) and they all enjoyed it too. We picked a horrible week to go to the OBX, it was windy and cold all week. One thing I loved about Captain Randy is that he... READ MORE didn’t compromise our safety over earning a quick buck. We had a sunset tour scheduled, but the winds started picking up real bad that day. So he rescheduled us at an earlier time (he called us very early in the day so we could make scheduling accommodations). Throughout our trip as the winds started picking up even more, he decided to cut the trip short. With having my children in this boat, I am so thankful he made this choice. The water was getting very choppy, and the waves were getting bigger. I’ve been on a boat in unsafe water conditions by a captain who didn’t prioritize safety and it was a terrifying experience. Thank you Captain Randy for not only being responsible captain but for being a fun captain!

The trip was awesome. The crew was fantastic. We didn't get to see any dolphins, but had a great time on the water seeing the area. Would 100% recommend .

Mr. Randy took us on a great ride on his boat on Sunday, April 12th. Great ride, great information and history, and great views. Thank yall for everything!!

Great experience, the driver were really nice and let some kids drive the boat for a bit

We had a great time, and the captain took great care of us!

Had the most wonderful event on the OBX Tiki Time with Captain Randy. He went out of his way staying flexible with the weather being a consideration on 11/1.

We missed the dolphins, but still had a great trip out toward Oregon Inlet. Fun to see the area from the water

My family and I had a blast on this dolphin boat tour. The captain and his crew mate were very informative and fun to be around. We saw many dolphins on the ride within the first 30 minutes. Half of the tour consisted of going through the marsh and getting to see many things that you wouldn't be able to see regularly. While riding along side the marsh, we could see the Bodie light house from a distance. The tour also had great music playing, we definitely got our money's worth and tipped generously. The captain and his crew mate... READ MORE definitely deserved it. I believe we seen over 50 different dolphins on the tour. Some got really close to the boat to where you could see them through the water. 10/10 would recommend.

Captain Randy was wonderful. We enjoyed every minute. It was a great experience. Totally worth it!!

Had a wonderful time with a great captain.

Parents were in town and we did the evening tour. It was great and well worth the money. We saw so many Dolphins. Great staff!!! Highly recommend!!!

Fun tour! We saw so many dolphins and our captain was friendly and knowledgeable. Had a tour of Wanchese and experienced a lovely sunset. Highly reccomend!

My wife and kids took our tour Yesterday and all of us were very pleased with the dolphin tour and the captain knew exactly where to go. We had a blast and can’t wait to return for another voyage .

We got lucky and found dolphins right away. So after watching them a while, our captain took up on a tour of some local fisheries. He also provided some awesome history of the area.