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Sanibel Thriller

634 N Yachtsman Dr, Sanibel Island, FL
239 472 2328
Ranked #3 of 8 tours in Sanibel Island
4.5 of 5 stars 125 Reviews
Type: Tours
Useful Information: Activities for older children
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New Jersey
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

This is a MUST DO - so much fun - and we too saw a million dolphins and had the best time! AMAZING - TERRIFIC - THE BEST! More

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Sanibel, FL
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012 NEW

This is my second time on the "Thriller," and I recommend it for people of all ages. In our two hour trip, we saw two different pods of dolphins, who swam in the wake of the boat. We also saw Cayo Costa and the beautiful waters around Captiva. The staff tells interesting facts about local wildlife, history and ecology. Bring... More

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Blaine, Minnesota
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6 reviews 6 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

It was a hot and humid day as we boarded the boat called Thriller. We sat in the front as we wanted to hear what the young man from South Africa had to say about our trip. With the wind in our hair from the speed of the boat we cooled off for a very enjoyable ride and history lesson.... More

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NJ
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012
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Loved the helpfulness of the crew, the speed of the boat, and especially seeing the dolphins up close. Went with my 75 year old mom and she felt very comfortable. A smooth, dry ride. Get there early for best choice of seats. View of dolphins is best from the back of the boat. More

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Saint Cloud, Florida
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

From making reservations to the ride itself-great customer service. This was a very memorable experience. Over 1.5 hours long and a wonderful history lesson from boat staff. Tour was worth the time. We even had to drive through the rain storm on way back to dock and we were all laughing-so it was great. Thank you Thriller! More

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Massachusetts
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2012

Went on this boat while visiting FL. and it was worth the trip. Dolphins would play in our wake and made our day on the island. Even though we were warned that sitting in the last row would get you soaked to the bone, it also allowed you to get the best pictures of the playful dolphins behind you. I... More

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Scranton, Pennsylvania
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2012
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We took the 12:30 tour on April 17, 2012 and we were NOT disappointed! The reservation people were very nice and helpful and called us when seats opened up on an earlier cruise, The boat was clean and the seats were very comfortable. Captain JR was fantastic! He did an awesome job of locating dolphins and we saw lots of... More

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merrick
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2012

we saw lots of dolphins. staff was knowledgeable and fun. best cruise of our trip. learned a lot about the area. More

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New York
2 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012
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We took an afternoon ride on the Thriller and had a close up view of dolphins - both moms and their babies. The dolphins swam behind the boat, jumping and performing for us. What a thrill! Our captain and narrator gave lots of interesting facts about both Sanibel and Captiva as we rode along the coastline. It was fun to... More

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New York
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43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
47 helpful votes 47 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2012

4 of us took the trip on Monday, April 9th (3 adults and a 7 yr. old). We were lucky enough to sit in the last row which allows you the best views of the dolphins. The boat is very fast, spotless and the captain and girl who narrated were great. We saw lots and lots of dolphins....sitting in the... More

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