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Olin Marler Fishing and Dolphin Cruises


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 33 attractions in Destin
Traveler Description:
Olin Marler Charter Fishing and Dolphin Cruises is Destin's first established cruise service. We offer the best in Deep Sea Fishing and Dolphin...... more » Olin Marler Charter Fishing and Dolphin Cruises is Destin's first established cruise service. We offer the best in Deep Sea Fishing and Dolphin Sightseeing cruises. « less
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Attraction type: Group tour/boat, Marina
Address: 102 Harbor Blvd. Destin, FL 32541
Tel: 850-654-7113
Fax: 850-654-8966

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5 of 5 stars
ckp09   1 contribution
detroit
Sep 16, 2009

I went on the Olin Marler Dolphin cruise with my family over the summer. It was an awesome time! Saw the destin harbor, the crew was nice, and we even saw some dolphins! more

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4 of 5 stars
PDIDDYTRAVEL   5 contributions
US OF A
Aug 21, 2009

On way out of Destin, we decided to stop at the harbor and go on a Dolphin Cruise. Based upon other Trip Advisor reviews, we went with Olin Marler Cruises. The ship was nice, nothing fancy, but with all seats having good views. Seemed a bit smaller than some of the other Dolphin Cruise ships, which was good. The first... more

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4 of 5 stars
4stewsStL   3 contributions
St. Louis, MO
Aug 5, 2009

Our family of 4 went on the 10am dolphin cruise (2 adults, a 5 year old, and a 2 1/2 year old.) The cruise left on time, the Captain and crew were friendly and helpful, and the drinks/snacks on board were actually REASONABLE! It took a little hunting, but we finally saw some dolphins!! The captain did a good job... more

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5 of 5 stars
realtor64   4 contributions
Tuscaloosa, AL
Aug 3, 2009

We visited no Monday July 27th 2009. i had made reservations the previous week on their website. I called to find out where their office was and was given good directions to find their dock. Parking is not the greatest in the world, not very many spaces. Went to the ticket counter and they said they did not have a... more

Management response from
Greg Fisher, Internet Marketing Manager

Thanks for cruising with us! I apologize for the hiccups in the reservation process. As of last month, we started to offer fishing and dolphin cruises online for purchase. We appreciate your patience as we take the company to a new level. We hope to see you again next time you visit Destin.

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1 of 5 stars
lizzymizzy   8 contributions
chicagoland
Aug 3, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

Seems petty, but, I was upset because they had a coupon in one of the local ad books that stated "Fishing and Dolphin" cruises, buy one, get one free and wouldn't honor it. They told me it was only for the Dolphin cruise. I took my business to Swoop instead and had a great time. more

Management response from
Greg Fisher, Internet Marketing Manager

I apologize for the confusion. Due to the high operating cost of running our fishing boats, we cannot offer "buy one get one free" deals. It has come to our attention that one of the tourist booklets circulating in the area has printed some misleading coupons which are supposed to be directed towards our dolphin cruises, not our fishing. We...

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5 of 5 stars
shy_kitten   10 contributions
St. Louis
Jul 15, 2009

Affordable. Family operated. Nice history of Destin area from guide (Marler). Beautiful souvenier photo ($10 extra, but best one we've ever had taken) . It was busy in the Gulf and Bay with tour boats, party boats, parasail boats, wave runners. The dolphins must have steered clear of the traffic. We saw a few dorsil fins, but no dolphins. NOT... more

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5 of 5 stars
alikat33   13 contributions
Lafayette, Louisiana
Jul 12, 2009

A group of 10 of us booked a private charter on the Gentle Winds for a 10 hour fishing trip. Jim and Mike were so helpful and friendly, especially with the kids in our group. We caught way more fish than any of us imagined we would, including a huge red snapper that they said was the largest they had... more

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5 of 5 stars
dropnflop   1 contribution
Aransas
Jun 21, 2009
2
people found this review helpful

We chartered the Gentle Winds with Captain Greg Marler , and what a great experiance !! I would highly recommend Olin Marler Charters to anyone ! The Captain (Greg) and crew ( Jim & Mike) were first class and VERY good at what they do ! more

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5 of 5 stars
ChicagoK80   3 contributions
Chicago
Jun 18, 2009
2
people found this review helpful

We called a couple other places before we picked Olin Marler and it was the price that made us choose this one. The girl told me they were running a June special and they were about $10 cheaper than the other boat tours. This was a relaxing way to spend a couple of hours and just take in the scenery.... more

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5 of 5 stars
traveler4557   2 contributions
chicago
May 22, 2009
3
people found this review helpful

I took the family to Olin Marler Dolphin Cruises and we got to see dolphins. They took you around Destin Harbor and gave you a history lesson about Destin. It was fun thing to do with the family. I'd highly recommend it for an inexpensive family attraction. more

Management response from
Greg Fisher, Manager

We are glad you had a great time on our cruises. The dolphins are very friendly and they are not shy. We hope to see you on your next visit to Destin.

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Olin Marler Fishing and Dolphin Cruises Address

102 Harbor Blvd., Destin, FL 32541
Tel: 850-654-7113 Fax: 850-654-8966