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Boat Seafari Adventure
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Boat Seafari Adventure

By SaltDog Marine
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Ages 7-85, max of 10 per group
Duration: 1h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Meets animal welfare guidelines


  • TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
  • Live commentary on board
  • Local guide
  • Tour escort/host
What's not included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions


Start:
  • 5 St Vincent St, Broughty Ferry, Dundee DD5 2BB, UK
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 90768P1

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • 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 tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 90768P1

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    • 5 St Vincent St, Broughty Ferry, Dundee DD5 2BB, UK
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    About the operator
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    • SaltDog Marine
      250
      Dundee, Scotland
      Joined in June 2017
    • Rosalind F
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Happy Day.
      I live in Crete, and my lovely friends who live in Dundee thought I would like to see dolphins which is exactly what we did, courtesy of our very caring skipper. Even a couple of seals pitched up as well. Thank you.
      Written July 18, 2024
    • ceg566
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Excellent afternoon adventure
      We took a trip from Tayport to Broughty Ferry, spent three hours there and returned back to Tayport. This was a shorter trip as three generations of if family went, aged 24 to 78 and we wanted everyone to enjoy the afternoon. We all had an amazing time! The crew were friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. The journey on the boat was amazing fun. In Broughty Ferry, we had time for sightseeing and lunch too. We all enjoyed it so much that I've already booked gift vouchers for family members, for the Tay Estuary Tour.
      Written June 21, 2024
    • Deejay3039
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A great morning trip to Tayport
      A great trip this morning on the new boat service between Broughty Ferry and Tayport with SaltDog Marine. They take you over in the boat at 10am and then you are given three hours in Tayport to do some exploring before returning back. I managed a six mile walk along to Tentsmuir Forest and back in time for lunch at the The Larick Centre. Highly recommended to anyone in the area 😊😎
      Written April 4, 2024
    • P1563FQhelenh
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A magical experience
      Such a fantastic experience, the RIB itself was so much fun, the views were fab and best of all, we got to spend time amongst a pod of dolphins 🐬 😀 I couldn't stop grinning the whole way through. Thank you 😊 would highly recommend 👌
      Written August 14, 2023
    • brucelK136UC
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fantastic boat trip
      A wonderful experience and what a great way to see Dundee!! No dolphin's today, but plenty of grey seals and loads of fun!
      Written July 21, 2023
    • KPM25
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great rib trip
      What a great trip. Thanks for the opportunity to come on this great trip around the Tay. What a different view you get of the harbour and amazing V&A and over to the shore line of Fife. We were lucky with the weather which was a bonus. Thank you :)
      Written October 7, 2019
    • GraemeB639
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Must do for visitors and locals
      We were very lucky with calm waters, sunshine and blue sky, but this is an amazing trip for everyone. We saw seals and sea birds as well as an amazing view of the V&A. Also got to see Dundee at work with some oil platforms and ships in for renovations. The skipper was friendly and knowledgeable so would highly recommend this trip.
      Written October 5, 2019
    • ruth c
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Ruth
      It was so exciting to see Dundee and Fife from the Tay. Great experience and great guide and despite not seeing dolphins today we still had a good trip. I throughly recommend it.
      Written September 1, 2019
    • 191richs
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Excellent Rib Ride
      Nice speedy run out to sea to look for dolphins and back up the river sightseeing. No dolphins this time just seals but it’s the place to spot them. Lots of local knowledge from the skipper who made everyone feel safe but still let it rip over the waves to get everyone smiling. Great value fun trip with my 7 year old son. Highly recommend.
      Written August 26, 2019
    • jily2019
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Experience
      Didn't see dolphins but lots of waves, got little wet which was fun :-) 9 year old was little scared but enjoyed it. 12 year old loved it.
      Written August 17, 2019
    • safetyheart
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Trip on the Tay
      Great trip. Got quite close to the dolphins. Driver very knowledgeable when asked about the dolphins. Even the weather was great. Highly recommended
      Written August 12, 2019
    • Fiona L
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fun on the Tay
      Great experience going out on the Tay in the RIB. We did see dolphins but even if we hadn't, the whole thing was good - seeing the river and its surroundings from new angles. Really worthwhile!
      Written August 8, 2019
    • ScotsSkier
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Incredible local wildlife knowledge
      My partner and I had a great trip last week - we were lucky enough to see a whole lot of dolphins and seals for the whole duration of the tour. Iain, the guide, has a phenomenal local knowledge and was absolutely brilliant and very welcoming. Would 100% recommend for locals and tourists alike!
      Written August 6, 2019
    • Laura R
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Pirate Boats - Tay Dolphins
      Absolutely Amazing!!! Really informative and Fun Tour, and the Dolphins were magical!! Definately returning!!!!
      Written August 2, 2019
    • graemeo50
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Tay river trip
      Had a great trip out on the river,Richard was excellent as well,well worth the cost had a great hour on the river would go again
      Written July 27, 2019
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    Joanne C
    Falkirk, UK8 contributions
    1.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2023 • Family
    Our trip was cancelled due to the weather. This is absolutely fine. We were contacted by the tour operator who told us our refund would be processed immediately. I waited a full week and when our money had not been returned I contacted trip advisor. I then received an email saying that they were 'considering' my refund request. 10 days after trip date now and still no refund.
    Written October 23, 2023
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    Hi. I’m sorry for your experience. When you buy through Trip advisor we don’t have any control, in fact we don’t get paid until 4 weeks after it. Direct bookings are refunded in a few days. Trip advisor, being a large machine will take time but will honour the refund. If you don’t manage to find resolution with them please email us directly and we’ll take it up on your behalf 😊
    Written December 5, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Jeni C
    Western Australia, Australia28 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What an experience! Such a joy to watch the bottlenose dolphins frolicking/fishing in the Tay Estuary. They were right next to our boat at some points, and we had an amazing time with them leaping right near us. Hard to get all on camera when you are just enjoying the show. Great information given by our guide, and kids on board had the time of their lives!
    Written July 13, 2024
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    Love hearing the kids enjoyed so much 🤗
    Written July 14, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Ewan W
    Dundee, UK2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sep 2023 • Couples
    Great hour out on the Silvery Tay, the boat was a great piece of kit with comfy seats. Headed out to Tentsmuir point which was like another world away with Seals, Eider ducks, Curlews and Cormorants then headed towards Tayport.
    Stopped off at the Larik lighthouse where the guide was full of information about the structure before heading to the Dundee V&A for completely different view of the structure. Heading back to Broughty Ferry taking in views of both sides of the mighty Firth of Tay.
    Written September 9, 2023
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    Thank you and what a great description! 😊
    Written September 10, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Suresh B
    Glasgow, UK129 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2024 • Family
    It was a wonderful experience.
    In April got cancelled due to wind and rebooked in July as per Ian (Skipper) advise as there is more luck to see the dolphins.
    We were lucky to get some glimpse of a small dolphin pod.
    Ride was amazing. We all enjoyed the 1 hr trip.
    Written July 13, 2024
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    Glad you enjoyed so much 🤗
    Written July 14, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Sue L
    Dundee, UK6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2023
    What an hour! A great blend of speed, history and wildlife. Our trip to spot dolphins and seals didn’t disappoint, with seals hanging around and plentiful dolphins swimming beside the boat for most of the time we were out. The team’s knowledge about, and respect of the wildlife was reassuring. Moreover, their local history information was shared simply, of interest, and memorable. Loved it! I will be sure to book again.
    Written July 31, 2023
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    We hope you do, Thank you!
    Written August 4, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    ShldhvgntoCornwall
    Aylesbury, UK11 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2024 • Family
    Loved this, no messing about just 'Okay, let's go find some dolphins.... Ok, here are some dolphins close by the boat, and some seals over there'. Lots of time to enjoy them and still time for a solid tour of the bay. Took two teenagers who loved it. Strongly recommend (Lucky enough to do two rib boat tours off either Scottish coast this month, big fan). Also, Saltdog Marine is a great name.
    Written August 19, 2024
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    Thanks for such a kind review 😄
    Written September 4, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    icw
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2024 • Family
    Amazing sea safari. The sun shone - thank you Broughty Ferry! - and the dolphins came out to play. Lots of time watching the dolphins fish, jump, race and play in the estuary. Informative too - we learned how to spot Captain Hook, Simone, Firework and No Name, how the dolphins are named and monitored, and how they have adapted to the east coast. Then a light house and some speed boating to finish. Great trip for all (8 year old twins loved it), well priced. Thank you, Ian.
    Written July 14, 2024
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    Thank you. Nonammy is now the official name !
    Written July 21, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    JPAL09
    Dundee, UK25 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A great family experience. Exhilarating travelling fast over the water. Didn't see dolphins on this trip, but that didn't detract from the fun.
    Great to see the city from a completely different perspective.
    Wave to everyone, they all wave back.
    Will do this trip again and highly recommend.
    Written July 30, 2023
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    Thank you so much great having you!
    Written August 4, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Gallovich
    Dundee, UK97 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    One of the top local attractions is SaltDog Marine, offering an incredible and one-of-a-kind experience in Dundee. We were greeted by Iain (aye, aye Captain!) at Broughty Ferry Castle and joined fellow travelers for the adventure. A quick hop onto the boat and we were off, which was quite a treat for someone like me who’s usually on land. Iain shared his extensive knowledge about dolphins and their behavior; although they were a bit shy this morning, we still got to see them up close, making it a memorable experience. If you get the chance to book a trip, don’t hesitate—just do it, and you’ll be glad you did!
    Written July 29, 2024
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    Such a kind review, thank you 🤗
    Written August 4, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    John G
    Coventry, UK13 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sep 2023 • Couples
    We went out with Ian on his humber rib speed about for a nature and site seeing tour, it was great fun, we seen many grey seals up close, various sea birds and some of the local points of interest. Out pilot was very knowledgeable about the area and wild life. He answered various questions put to him from the passenger's. It was a great rush when he opened up the engines. Great fun for all ages.
    Written September 16, 2023
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    Thanks for such a great review 😀
    Written September 26, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

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