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Things to do in South Padre Island

37+ tours, tickets and activities in South Padre Island, USA. Booking is completed on Viator, with free cancellation on many options.

Tours and activities in South Padre Island

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Bay Fishing Adventure in South Padre Island

Set sail for a day of bay fishing on the Danny B, a 50 ft. party boat with room for up to 43 anglers. Cast your line into the waters of South Padre Island, where you can catch species like whiting, sand trout, black drum, and shark. This experience not only offers fishing but also provides opportunities for dolphin watching and enjoying the stunning Texas coast. With fishing gear included and a k…

4.9(233)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 233 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £28.76 per person

Port of Brownsville Nature Tour

The Port of Brownsville Tour is a 5-hour narrated cruise from South Padre Island across the Laguna Madre Bay and traveling down the Brownsville Ship Channel. Along the way you will see our native Atlantic bottle-nose dolphins and migratory birds. You will learn about South Texas shrimping industry and their fleets, as you enjoy a taste of our local shrimp. You will hear a little history of the ar…

4.8(213)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 213 reviews5 h

From £32.86 per person

South Padre Island Sandcastling Experience

This is a 1 or 2-hour South Padre beach activity that you and your group will never forget. This is an informative, hands-on sand-castling activity that will help you have more fun on the beach than ever before. Equipment is provided and available for use for the duration of your stay on South Padre Island.

4.8(92)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 92 reviews1 hFree cancellation

From £113.85 per person

Private Historical Wildlife and Dolphin Cruise South Padre Island

PRIVATE BOAT 1-6 PASSENGERS NOTE IMPORTANT: This booking is for 1 boat that can bring 1-6 passengers. Please only select 1 "traveler" on Viator. The Private Historical Wildlife & Dolphin Cruise is fun and informative for the whole family! Our small group cruise, no more than 6 passengers ensures excellent wildlife encounters. This adventure is 1.5 hr long.

4.8(80)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 80 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £261.24 per person

Sunset Cruise South Padre Island

On this 1.5 hour cruise you're introduced to all the history, sights, and beauty that the Laguna Madre has to offer.

4.8(42)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 42 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £36.87 per person

1.5-Hour Historical SEA-DOO Experience in South Padre Island

Travel 2 miles along the historic Queen Isabella Causeway before entering the Port Isabel canals, known as “Little Venice.” Your professional guide will share local insight as you ride under bridges and through scenic waterways. Pass large fishing and shrimp boats, then continue into the Brownsville Ship Channel, a popular area for local wild dolphins. Next, visit South Bay for views of the Space…

4.6(34)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 34 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £163.28 per person

Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer South Padre Island

⭐ Top-Rated Vacation Photoshoots 2025 & 2026 Get a set of high-quality photos to remember your trip to South Padre Island. A professional photographer will guide you and take pictures of you at the best spots.

5.0(2)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews1 hFree cancellation

From £108.88 per person