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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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3:00 PM Dolphin Dash

Short on time but big on adventure? Join our 1-Hour Dolphin Dash and experience dolphins up close without spending all day or breaking the bank. You’ll cruise the sparkling waters of South Padre Island and see our playful dolphin friends in their natural habitat. Unlike other tours, we make it easy, affordable, and family-friendly—perfect for a quick getaway, an off-season treat, or first-time vi…

5.0(8)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 8 reviews1 h

From £12.33 per person

5:00 PM Dolphin Dash

Set sail on an unforgettable journey with Isla Tours as you embark on a thrilling Dolphin Watch Tour. Experience the excitement of spotting Atlantic bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat while cruising the beautiful lower Laguna Madre aboard the spacious Murphy's Law. This dolphin watching tour not only offers breathtaking views of Boca Chica Beach and the US Coast Guard Station but also p…

5.0(5)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews1 h

From £12.33 per person

Orca Whale Inflatable Rides

This is the only Inflatable Orca Whale Ride on South Padre Island! We are proud to offer a one of a kind experience for all ages! Come ride on the bay while being towed by a jet ski by our trained and licensed captains! See ya at the dock!

5.0(5)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews10 min

From £25.05 per person

Dolphin Wildlife Space X Cruise

Witness the playful dolphins in their natural habitat and wildlife on this Dolphin Wildlife Cruise in South Padre Island. Perfect for all ages, this 1.5 hr adventure offers an unforgettable opportunity to connect with marine life while enjoying the beautiful waters of the Gulf and views of SpaceX by water. Guests can bring their own food and beverages, making it a personalized outing. Departure t…

5.0(4)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £36.87 per person

Alternate Reality Scavenger Hunt in South Padre Island

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures include a tou…

3.6(7)Rated 3.6 out of 5 from 7 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £14.35 per person

Exciting Banana Boat Rides

We have been in business for 40 years providing Family Fun on South Padre Island. We are the only company to banana boat Oceanside and Bayside (weather permitting). Your USCG licensed Captain and Crew are always there to assure a fun, safe ride. Banana Boating is a fun way to enjoy the views and experience seeing dolphins and all sorts of sea life. This activity is fun for the whole family. YES,…

5.0(3)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews20 min

From £25.05 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

Early Bird Eco Tour and Dolphin Watch

The 10:30 Eco Tour is a great choice for guests who want to enjoy the water at one of the best times of day. The morning air is usually more comfortable, the bay is beautiful, and it’s early enough to enjoy dolphin watching and hands-on marine life encounters before the afternoon heat sets in. Explore the vibrant marine life of South Padre Island on an eco-friendly dolphin watching tour aboard th…

5.0(2)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews1 h 30 min

From £14.79 per person

North Bay Snorkeling Adventure on South Padre Island

Uncover the wonders beneath the waves in a thrilling snorkeling adventure at North Bay, South Padre Island. A quick 10-15 minute boat ride whisks you to a vibrant underwater oasis in shallow 3-foot deep waters. With soft white sand local sea life and gentle sea grass, this family-friendly activity is perfect for snorkelers of all ages. This 2.5-hour guided tour runs daily, making it a convenient…

4.5(2)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £40.99 per person

Explore Brownsville Scavenger Hunt

Using an app on your smartphone, you'll be given nearly 120 objects to find during your scavenger hunt. You'll then wander throughout the downtown area searching for the items. Once you've found the object, you'll send a photo in to score points. Along the way, you will perform challenges for even more points. You'll have 13 categories of objects you can find in this city walk, with each object v…

1.0(1)Rated 1.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £7.59 per person

Scavenger Hunt in Brownsville by Operation City Quest

To play Operation City Quest in Brownsville, you'll use an app to gather points by completing exciting tasks and finding objects around the city in any order you choose. Use strategy to gain the most points on the app's leaderboard and beat out other teams. Our scavenger hunt has a remote host that will help throughout the game via chat. Let's get competing in Brownsville.

1.0(1)Rated 1.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £7.59 per person

Brownsville City Scavenger Hunt Excursion by Zombie Scavengers

What makes Zombie Scavengers unique is its sophisticated use of technology to create a flexible, competitive experience. It's an entirely self-guided, app-driven mission where your goal is to survive a virtual apocalypse by strategically finding survival items in your city. The hunt is dynamic, offering a variety of tasks, from photo-taking evidence of supplies to answering zombie trivia, all whi…

New1 hFree cancellation

From £15.18 per person

Mansfield Cut Adventure South Padre Island

Join us for a unique beachcombing adventure along one of the most remote and untouched stretches of the Texas coast. The Mansfield Cut Adventure is a guided journey from County Beach Access #4 on South Padre Island all the way to the northern end of the island at Mansfield Cut. Traveling by 4x4 vehicle, we’ll access secluded areas of the coastline to explore pristine beaches while searching for s…

New4 hFree cancellation

From £328.65 per person