3 hour bird island trip

Cruisin’ Tikis Orange Beach: 3 Hour Bird Island Trip

• 844-622-8454
• 26619 Perdido Beach Blvd Orange Beach, AL 36561
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• Please remind your guest to arrive at least 15 minutes early to check-in with the Captain.

The Islands of Orange Beach, AL are a must when you come to visit. On the 3 Hour Bird Island Trip, you can bring whatever you would like to drink and let the captain take you around the islands to see the wildlife and the natural beauty of the area. When the captains anchor off Bird Island, you can then enjoy the beautiful water or walk around the Island.

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• Trip departs at 10am, 1:30 PM, and 5Pm.
• Cruises welcome all ages.
• Children 6 and under must have a PFD on while underway.
• The boat will have an ice filled Rtic cooler, cups/shot glasses, bottle openers and bottled water, bluetooth stereo, floating dock, and electric pump if you want to fill your own floaty up.
• You can bring your own food and beverages, anyone drinking alcohol must have a valid ID (age 21+).
• Boats do not have restrooms onboard so please use the bathroom before boarding and keep that in mind while on your cruise.
• The boats are Bluetooth enabled for your music.
• Please note: The Captain reserves the right, to turn away any passengers for any reason if they think a person may compromise the safety of anyone onboard or the reputation of the business, based on the condition they are in. They also have the authority to return to the dock at any point during the trip if they feel the safety of anyone on the vessel is in jeopardy for any reason.
• You should bring towels and sunblock.
• Dress for being on a boat and your time at crab island.
• Just a reminder that your Captain’s gratuity is not included in your reservation price. It is customary to tip your Captain 20% if you enjoyed the service.
• Arrive 15 to 20 minutes before your departure.
• Boarding will be done at Zeke’s Marina. Use your confirmation number and check in with the Captain upon arrival at the Tiki boat in the slip.
• Per Person (all ages): $75
• Private Cruise (include up to 6 passengers): $475

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• Located at Zeke’s Marina.

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You receive one free admission once daily to each of the listed offers. Valid for short term stays. All additional guests will pay the standard retail price and can be booked when you call Xplorie.

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Adults:    $105, children:  $65  (12 and under),   trip includes:,   - lunch (burritos),   - soft drinks, bottled water, bottled beer and margaritas,   - restroom is available on our boat,   - equipment for snorkeling and a kayak aboard , please note:   bird island trips have a 6 person minimum and 10 maximum. departure @ 8:00 a.m. - duration 5-6 hrs..

While you vacation in Puerto Penasco Mexico make sure to include a trip with us to Isla San Jorge also known as Bird Island.  In the warm weather months snorkel or just swim with the Sea Lions, enjoying an up close experience with some of the wonderful sea life the Sea of Cortez has to offer. In the colder months, grab your sweatshirt and come out with us to watch the whales or dolphins aboard our comfortable 30 foot Cobalt. Unlike the slower, party tour boats, Del Mar Charters offers a smaller more personal experience and with us the trip out to Bird Island takes only about an hour

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At Bird Island you will be able to enjoy a diversity of exotic wildlife both under and above the sea. Under water you will see a variety of marine life. This island is a protected natural area loaded with hundreds of sea lions and birds. The trip includes snorkel gear, safety equipment, and a bathroom on board. You will be accompanied by an experienced local guide to ensure your safety, making this trip an unforgettable experience that will last a lifetime.

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Make lifelong memories on this three-hour tour to Vigur Island, also called Puffin Island, in the Westfjords of Iceland. Travelers looking for an opportunity to spot puffins at a tranquil, stunning location should book this tour today.

Vigur Island is one of the most popular attractions in the Westfjord region of Iceland. Commonly referred to as “Puffin Island,” it is no surprise that Vigur Island is one of the best places to spot the beloved puffin, along with thousands of other nesting seabirds in their natural habitat.

Your tour starts from Isafjordur, where you will board a boat and take a 30-minute journey from the mainland to the island. Enjoy amazing coast and sea views during the ride, and keep an eye out for marine life like dolphins!

Once you arrive on Vigur Island, you will head out for a guided walk around the island. Your experienced guide will point out nesting sites along the cliffs, where you can spot many species of birds, such as eider ducks, arctic terns, black guillemot, and puffins. 

The puffin is one of Iceland’s most popular and sought-after wild animals. The charming little birds can only be found in Iceland when they are nesting, between the months of May and August. In the winter, the puffin will spend all their time at sea. 

Be sure to carefully watch where you step as you walk around the beautiful island. It is not uncommon to spot eggs nestled in the grass, and you certainly don’t want to accidentally step on one, especially if it belongs to the fiery and sometimes aggressive arctic tern!

After you explore the island and get plenty of puffin photographs, it is time to head over to the island’s 19th-century farmhouse, home to the island’s only residents: a farming family of five people. Here, you will be served delicious homemade refreshments and have the chance to talk to the family and learn more about life on Vigur Island. 

Once everyone has finished their snack, it is time to board the boat and head back to Isafjordur. This three-hour tour is the perfect way to see some of Iceland’s most beloved wildlife and learn more about life on the remote Vigur Island. 

Be sure to dress in warm, waterproof layers for this tour, as the weather can change quickly, and the boat ride can be a bit chilly. A camera is a must, allowing you to capture great pictures of the birds even if they are in the distance. 

Travelers seeking an unforgettable experience exploring Vigur Island, meeting locals, and seeing the iconic puffin and other wildlife should book this tour today. Check availability now by choosing a date.  

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At Bird Island you will be able to enjoy a diversity of exotic wildlife both under and above the sea. Under water you will see a variety of marine life. This island is a protected natural area loaded with hundreds of sea lions and birds. The trip includes, lunch, beer, sodas, water, snorkel gear, safety equipment, and a bathroom on board. You will be accompanied by an experienced local guide to ensure your safety, making this trip an unforgettable experience that will last a lifetime.

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Bird Island Excursion Took the Bird Island excursion from the Mayan Palace at Puerto Penasco. Wonderful excursion! Staff was very attentive and friendly. Great value for the price. Wife and I enjoyed it immensely. Will definitely doin this again in the future. We highly recommend this excursion.

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Orange Beach Islands 3-Hour Excursion

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• Zeke's Landing and Marina, 26619 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL 36561, USA Park in the Zeke’s Marina Parking lot, walk to the waterfront and the Tiki will be on your right in front of Zeke's Restaurant. Please check in directly with the Captain at the tiki boat.
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Infants must sit on laps
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Most travelers can participate
• child life-jackets are available on request
• Weapons of any kind are prohibited onboard
• No Drugs without prescriptions and or other Narcotics/Controlled Substances are permitted
• If The Captain needs to cancel the trip due to weather, a full refund will be processed or reservation rebooked if possible
• Not recommended for travelers that experience vertigo
• Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
• All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

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Set sail with the American Princess for a Special 3-hour Bird Watching Trip.

This is a local trip exploring the bay. We will be birding in the lower bay of New York Harbor.

Some birds we may see are Great and Snowy egrets, Glossy Ibis and Black-crowned night heron, Great Blue heron, Double-crested cormorant, Great Black-backed gulls, Herring, Laughing and Ring-billed gulls, Common and Least terns, Black skimmers and American oyster catchers.

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Join us for a captivating 3 hour birdwatching cruise featuring commentary from our team of knowledgeable RSPB staff.  Set sail from the picturesque Hawes Pier in South Queensferry and venture eastward towards Inchkeith Island, where a plethora of bird species can be observed in their natural habitat.  Along the way, we will also pass by the Inner Forth islands of Inchgarvie, Inchcolm and Inchmickery, providing a comprehensive and immersive birdwatching experience against the stunning backdrop of the Scottish Coast.

While the charming Puffins undoubtedly steal the spotlight, the variety of wildlife sightings you can look forward to on this cruise is truly diverse.  Keep your eyes peeled for Guillemot, Razorbill, graceful Fulmars, Eider, Cormorant, Shag and Terns.

Additionally, be on the lookout for the abundant Grey and Common Seals lazily basking in the sun, and perhaps catch a glimpse of the occasional Porpoise or Dolphin.

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The Orange Beach Islands are a must when you come to visit. Pop open whatever you’d like to drink and let our professional USCG Captain take you around the islands, see the wildlife and natural beauty of Orange Beach. With this 3 hour excursion, enjoy the entertainment of all the crowds and feed off that energy and enjoy yourself. When the Captains anchor off Bird Island, you can then enjoy the water or walk around the Island. It’s a great time! Be sure to bring plenty of Snacks and Drinks (Bring your own Beverages virgin or otherwise). We provide a cooler, ice, cups/shot glasses, bottle openers and bottled water. Booking cancellations or rebooking requests will not be permitted within 24 hours of your trip departure.

Activity location

• Orange Beach, Alabama, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

• 26619 Perdido Beach Boulevard
• 36561, Orange Beach, Alabama, United States
• Sun, May 12 $83
• Mon, May 13 $83
• Tue, May 14 $83
• Wed, May 15 $83
• Thu, May 16 $83
• Fri, May 17 $83
• Sat, May 18 $83
• Sun, May 19 $83
• Mon, May 20 $83
• Tue, May 21 $83
• Wed, May 22 $83
• Thu, May 23 $83
• Fri, May 24 $83
• Sat, May 25 $88
• Sun, May 26 $83

3hr Bird Island Trip

• Activity duration is 3 hours 3h 3h

What's included, what's not

• What's included What's included Guided Capt
• What's included What's included ice, cooler, cups, shot glasses, bluetooth stereo, bottle water, floats

Know before you book

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• child life-jackets are available on request
• Weapons of any kind are prohibited onboard
• No Drugs without prescriptions and or other Narcotics/Controlled Substances are permitted
• If The Captain needs to cancel the trip due to weather, a full refund will be processed or reservation rebooked if possible
• Not recommended for travelers that experience vertigo
• Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility

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The Best North American Destinations for a Bird-watching Trip — and Our Tips for Having the Best Time in Each

These crowd-pleasing North American destinations are as perfect for bird-watching as they are for a good old-fashioned vacation.

Perhaps you’ve heard about the bird-watching boom? Newcomers are flocking to the hobby, which studies have shown has the power to boost happiness. Another upside: unlike many outdoorsy pursuits, this one requires little in the way of specialized equipment or physical fitness.

Serious aficionados often plan their vacations around migrations, visiting spring hot spots such as Nebraska’s Platte River Valley or the shores of Utah’s Great Salt Lake. But if you’re still easing into the hobby — or traveling with friends or relatives who don’t know a warbler from a woodpecker — these five alternatives have plenty to offer in addition to bird-watching bliss.

Greenough, Montana

Bird-watchers appreciate western Montana’s avian biodiversity; it’s particularly known for its populations of greater sage grouse, golden eagles, and Bohemian waxwings. The family-friendly Resort at Paws Up and its luxe, adults-only sibling property the Green O grant guests access to trails through 37,000 acres of wilderness. About 30 minutes away in Missoula, the 42-acre Greenough Park is another destination for bird spotters, with robust signage detailing local species. 

Bragging Rights

The ​​northern pygmy-owl is an adorable but ruthless carnivore that snacks on songbirds.

Besides the Birds

Both Paws Up and Green O offer a huge array of other outdoor activities, including horseback riding, rappelling, and guided fly-fishing for experienced anglers as well as those just learning to cast.

Little St. Simons Island, Georgia

Accessible only by boat, this privately owned island is home to the Lodge on Little St. Simons Island . It is also part of the Golden Isles, one of the most important coastal conservation areas on the Eastern Seaboard. With rookeries of boisterous wading birds and a beach full of plovers, it’s perfect for “hard-core birders,” says Little St. Simons naturalist manager Nate Ramey. “But others can relax on our seven miles of beaches — which you only have to share with twenty or thirty other people,” because they’re open only to guests.

Rainbow-colored painted buntings are big on the island, as are wood storks. “They were a protected species, but now they’ve bounced back dramatically,” Ramey says of the long-legged wader. “It’s a testament to conservation.” 

In addition to the beaches, the island has a network of hiking trails, while overnight guests can borrow bikes and fishing gear. In July, the island-wide bloom of hibiscus grandiflorus draws gardening geeks from around the U.S.

Bristol, Rhode Island

This scenic bayside village between Newport and Providence is home to intriguing species such as the wading willet and the iridescent purple martin, depending on the season. Spotting them is made easier by the boardwalks at the Audubon Nature Center & Aquarium and the hiking route at the Osamequin Nature Trails & Bird Sanctuary. 

The saltmarsh sparrow may look like an everyday songbird, but this species, which nests at Jacob’s Point Preserve, is at risk of habitat loss as sea levels rise.

Bristol’s waterfront Blithewold estate has 33 acres of manicured gardens surrounding a historic mansion. In nearby Newport, the famed Cliff Walk gives a glimpse of the Gilded Age; spend the night at The Vanderbilt, Auberge Resorts Collection , where the 33 stylish rooms and suites are fresh off a two-year renovation.

Vancouver Island, BC

Summer is the best time to visit this densely forested destination, where the “fall” migration season starts as early as July for some species. Along the island’s serene eastern coast, check out the BC Bird Trail between Parksville and Qualicum Beach, where black oystercatchers, tufted puffins, and bald eagles are commonly seen. On the wild western coast, between Tofino and Ucluelet, visitors can spot soaring albatross while scouting for humpback whales, orcas, and other marine life. “May and September are also prime time for migrating seabirds,” says Mark Maftei, executive director of the Raincoast Education Society. “The nearshore and offshore waters host hundreds of thousands of waterfowl and seabirds that are moving up or down the coast in those months,” he adds.

Despite only weighing the equivalent of four nickels, the plucky western sandpiper migrates thousands of miles between Alaska and South America. 

Outdoor adventures of all sorts can be had on the island. Milner Gardens & Woodland , on the eastern coast near the BC Bird Trail, has a “hidden” teahouse and trails that thread through its 70 acres of gardens and forest. In Tofino, the oceanfront Wickaninnish Inn is a family-owned Relais & Châteaux property known for its fireplaces and the dramatic views from its picture windows.

Lafayette, Louisiana

About a two-hour drive west of New Orleans, this city is the gateway to Cypress Island Preserve and Rip Van Winkle Gardens, both prime springtime habitats for bitterns, rails, and grebes. The broader Atchafalaya National Heritage Area surrounding Lafayette is home to five-inch-tall prothonotary warblers, with their bright-yellow feathers, and the five-foot-tall whooping crane, one of the rarest birds in North America.

With pink plumage reminiscent of a 1980s bridesmaid’s dress, the roseate spoonbill is a wading bird with a large, ladle-shaped beak.

This is the land of crawfish and zydeco, where every meal is an occasion. Dive in at Spoonbill Watering Hole & Restaurant , a James Beard Award nominee inside a refurbished Conoco station in Lafayette, where the motto is “Tastes like good times.” Maison Madeleine is a characterful alternative to the chain hotels in the area.

A version of this story first appeared in the July 2023 issue of  Travel + Leisure  under the headline "Bring the Binoculars."

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