South Padre Island Cruises & Charters
South Padre Island cruises with Osprey are the easiest way to experience the Laguna Madre — from dolphin watching and sunset dinners to pirate-ship adventures and offshore fishing. A family-run charter company since 1976, Osprey Cruises operates the nicest and cleanest fleet in Port Isabel, and every trip sails just minutes from the South Padre Island causeway.
Whatever kind of day on the water you’re after, there’s a cruise for it. Our Sea Life Safari is a narrated eco tour where the whole family can watch wild dolphins play in the bay. The Cork & Compass sunset cruise pairs fine wine and charcuterie with the best views on the coast, while our dinner cruise serves locally caught seafood aboard a first-class luxury yacht. For something livelier, the Black Dragon pirate ship turns the bay into an interactive adventure the kids will never forget.
Anglers can choose deep sea fishing aboard the Osprey II or a calm-water bay fishing trip on the Galloping Clam, both led by experienced local captains who know where the fish are biting. Planning a private event, a wedding party, or a SpaceX launch viewing? We run private charters tailored to your group as well.
Every one of our South Padre Island cruises departs from Port Isabel and books in seconds online. Browse the options below, pick your adventure, and reserve your spot.
Not sure which trip is right for you? Our crew has been showing visitors the South Padre Island coastline for decades, and we’re happy to help you match the right cruise to your group — whether that’s a quiet sunset for two, a family dolphin watch, or a full-boat private charter. Call ahead or book any tour online below.
Our South Padre Island Cruises
For all cruises scheduled within 24-hours, please phone in your reservation.
Sea Life Safari
Eco Tours and Dolphin Watch
Book NowA Sea Life Safari Cruise takes you on a nature cruise to remember. Enjoy dolphin watching while sight-seeing and learning about local ecology, narrated aboard the 70’ Osprey luxury passenger vessel. Your entire family will enjoy this adventure!
Black Dragon Pirate Ship
Pirate Ship Cruises
Book NowDon’t miss this interactive entertainment with pirates to entertain you as you cruise the Laguna Madre, one of the world’s great marine hatcheries.
Be a part of our adventure and learn to fight like a pirate, speak like a pirate, and hunt for treasure like a pirate.
Deep Sea Fishing
Osprey Fishing Charter
Book NowFish year round in the Gulf of Mexico on a variety of trips, whether drift fishing for kingfish, shark, or dorado or bottom fishing for red snapper, grouper, and amberjack. We provide all bait and tackle and will do our best to put you on fish.
Bay Fishing
Galloping Clam
Book NowGo first class aboard our custom 50′ bay fishing boat equipped with the latest in navigation, fish-finding and safety gear. Constructed specially to operate in the shallow waters of the Laguna Madre! The Galloping Clam departs from Port Isabel.
Cork and Compass
Osprey Wine Tasting Cruise
Book NowIndulge in fine wines and gorgeous views while you cruise the Laguna Madre aboard the Osprey. Each ticket will include a welcome glass of bubbly, four tastings of wine chosen by SPI Wine Bar, charcuterie to snack on, and your glass of choice to enjoy the sunset.