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Tiki Boats Orange Beach & Gulf Shores
There is nothing quite like cruising the waters of Orange Beach on a tiki boat. It feels like you are on a tropical vacation as dolphins swim by the boat.
We love that many of the tiki tours offer customized tours so you can decide if you want to cruise around the Islands of Orange Beach, take a Bushwacker tour, look for local wildlife, or spend time on Bird Island playing in the water.
Living in Gulf Shores year-round we love being able to spend time out on the water. The Tiki Boat tours offer a fun way to get great photos, vacation memories, and soak in the tropical vibe of Coastal Alabama.
Orange Beach Tiki Boat Tours are perfect for a bachelorette trip, bachelor party, birthday fun, or just a chill day out on the water.
There are several different tiki boat tours available in Orange Beach. A few of them offer private tours, while others are group tours.
The perfect tiki boat tour is going to depend on how many passengers you want on your cruise. The tiki boats vary in size from 8 passengers to a full boat.
Some of the boats have restrooms, but they are boat bathrooms. We suggest using the bathroom facilities at the marina before boarding any tiki boat.
Cruisin Tiki
⭐️ Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars | ⏳ Tour Length: 1.5 - 3 hours | 🐬 Check Rates and Availability
Cruisin Tiki's are the cute circular tiki boats you see cruising around the back bays of Orange Beach. They offer a Bird Island Trip, Sunset Trip, or a Bay Cruise depending on what areas you want to explore.
Bird Island Trip - 3 hours
This is their most popular trip anchors off of Bird Island so you can enjoy the beautiful coastal waters or walk around the island.
Sunset Tiki Tour - 90 Minutes
Float on the back bays of Orange Beach while watching the sunset over the water. This is a great way to end the day.
Bay Cruise - 90 minutes
Spend an hour and half cruising the waters around Orange Beach enjoying your favorite drinks, great music, and fun.
You can bring your own drinks and snacks to enjoy while cruising the Alabam Gulf Coast in a cute tiki boat.
The Cruisin Tiki boats can fit up to 6 people as you cruise around the Orange Beach Islands.
Pink Pearl
⭐️ Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars | ⏳ Tour Length: 1.5 - 3 hours | 🏝️ Check Rates and Availability use special code is: GULFJOURNEY for $50 off!
The Pink Pearl Tiki Boat is the newest Tiki Boat to hit the water in Orange Beach. This tiki boat was designed for a fun day out with friends.
They have the ability to pull up to the Orange Beach Islands for beach time, cruise to waterfront bars for a Bushwacker Tour, or customize a trip that fits your bachelorette parties needs!
They have 3 hour morning bachelorett trips, afternoon bachelorette trips, and full day trips.
Morning Escape - 3 to 4 hours
The Pink Pearl Tiki Morning adventure is a great way to start the day looking for dolphins, cruising to one of the Orange Beach Islands, or playing in water.
Afternoon Adventure - 4 hours
The afternoon adventure on the Pink Pearl is great for taking a Bushwacker tour, looking for dolphins, or pulling up to an island for fun in the sun and water.
Full Day Cruise - 6-8 hours
If you want a full day of fun, you can plan the perfect adventure! Head over to the Pensacola lighthouse for a Blue Angels Practice (specific days), Cruise around to different waterfront bars in Orange Beach, or create your dream day on a tiki boat!
The Pink Pearl can comfortably accommodate up to 18 people. We had so much fun cruising on the Pink Pearl. They have a cooler on board so you can bring your favorite drinks with you.
Hammock Time Tiki Tours
⭐️ Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars | ⏳ Tour Length: 2 to 4 hours | 🍹 Call Captain Glenn
Capt Glenn offers private 2 and 4 hour tours along with private island tours on his 40 foot tiki boat! The only tiki boat with a bathroom on it.
Relax in a hammock while watching dolphins next to the boat. Enjoy great music while cruising around the waters of Orange Beach. Check out Ono Island, Walker Island, Robinson Island and the rest of the Orange Beach Islands from the comfort of the tiki boat.
Read our full Hammock Tiki Time Tours Review
Call Captain Glenn to book a private tour in Orange Beach. Let him know that Gulf Coast Journeys sent you. He is amazing! Phone - 251-253-2430
Caribe Cruiser
⭐️ Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars | ⏳ Tour Length: 75 - 90 miutes | 🐬 Check Rates and Availability
The Caribe Cruise leaves out of the Caribe Marina and is the perfect family-friendly tiki boat cruise.
We saw a ton of dolphins while cruising the waterways around Orange Beach. The Caribe Cruiser is extremely comfortable, featuring bench seats. You can move around the boat easily when dolphins or other wildlife are spotted.
This is an excellent boat for a multi-generational family vacation.
Read our full Caribe Cruiser Review
Additional Tiki Tours can be found here.
Don't miss the fantastic dolphin tours in Orange Beach!
What to bring on your Orange Beach Tiki Boat Tour
When heading out on your Tiki cruise in Orange Beach, you want to make sure you are prepared for the weather, taking great pictures, and having the most fun possible.
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Camera
- Layers if you are going on a sunset cruise
- Towels if you plan to hop in the water
- A sense of adventure
We suggest wearing comfortable clothes and easy to wear shoes (sneakers, flip flops, sandals).
Things to know when booking a Tiki Boat Tour in Orange Beach
Departure Point - Make sure to confirm which dock the tiki boat departs from. There are multiple marinas in Orange Beach, AL.
Alcohol - Make sure the boat is ok with alcohol being brought on board. It really depends on the captain and tour type.
Cancellation Policy - Most days, we have fantastic weather on the Alabama Gulf Coast, but every once in a while, a storm will blow in. Make sure you are familiar with the tiki boat policy.
We hope you have so much fun on your tiki boat tour!
The Tiki Boats we have listed are all United States Coast Guard (USCG) inspected. They will all have a first aid kit, PFD (personal floatation device), and safety equipment on the vessel along with trained captains.
One thing we love about living in Gulf Shores/Orange Beach is how focused our local captains and crew are on safety while still making sure guests have an unforgettable day out on the water.
Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tours
These are some of our favorite tours available in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama.
Dolphin Tours - Book a dolphin cruise here
Check out our experiences on Hammock Time Tiki Tours, Explorer Dolphin Cruise, Southern Rose Dolphin cruise, Cruise OB (Orange Beach), Sail Wild Hearts, Sunset Sail and Dolphin Tour, and the Sunny Lady Dolphin Cruise.
Slingshot Rentals - Use code GULFJOURNEY To save 10% off a Slingshot Rental with Gulf Coast Rental Co in Orange Beach
Pontoon Boat Rentals - Enjoy cruising the waters of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach on a Pontoon. Check out the pontoon boats with slides for extra fun. Book your Boat Rental Here
Parasailing - Check out the epic views as you parasail in the Gulf of Mexico. Look for wildlife and you float high above the water. Book your Parasailing Trip Here
Jet Ski Rentals - Jet Ski Tours and rentals are a great way to explore the back bays of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Book your Jet Ski Rental Here
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Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Lodging
If you are visiting and need to book accommodations, here are our recommendations. We have personally stayed at each of these lodging options (except Margaritaville, coming 2027!):
Use code GULFJOURNEY at checkout with Spectrum Resorts and Beachball Properties for an exclusive discount!
🏖️ Beachball Properties - Vacation houses and condos throughout Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Use Code GULFJOURNEY for a discount. Book with Beachball Properties
🏖️ The Beach Club Resort and Spa (Fort Morgan) - Beachfront condos with amazing amenities, a spa, and the incredible Coast Restaurant on-site. Use Code GULFJOURNEY for a discount with Spectrum Resorts. Book The Beach Club
🏖️ Turquoise Place (Orange Beach) - Our favorite resort in the area! Luxury amenities, epic Gulf-front views, and stunning condos. Truly unforgettable. Use Code GULFJOURNEY for a discount with Spectrum Resorts. Book Turquoise Place
🏨 The Tides Hotel (Orange Beach) - Gorgeous beachfront hotel with a great breakfast buffet, outdoor pool, and top-notch customer service. Book The Tides
🏨 Island House Hotel (Orange Beach) - Right on the beach with epic views from every room. Book Island House
⛺ Timberline Glamping (Orange Beach) - Stay in an amazing glamping tent with a private bathroom, right next to Gulf State Park. Book Timberline
🏨 The Lodge at Gulf State Park - Beachfront Hilton hotel in Gulf State Park offering epic views, sustainable practices, and great on-site restaurants. Book The Lodge
🏨 Springhill Suites Orange Beach - Located next to The Wharf with a gorgeous pool. Perfect location for shopping and dining. Book Springhill Suites
🔜 Margaritaville Resort Orange Beach (Coming 2027) - The highly anticipated Margaritaville resort is coming to Orange Beach! The first phase opens in 2027 and will include beachfront cottages, bungalows, condos, pickleball courts, and an entertainment district.
The map below shows the current hotels and vacation rentals available in the area. You can select the dates you are visiting to see current availability.
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