Address: Stadium Rd, Inverness, IV1 1FF, United Kingdom
Phone: +447544800620
Rating: 4.3
based on 217 reviews.
Wildlife Sightings
Pros:
"The Dolphin mom came to say hello to us."
"When we saw the dolphins playing, it was just wonderful."
"We were lucky to see dolphins and seals in their natural habitat which was great."
"Most importantly, we saw SO MANY dolphins! It was a fantastic display."
"Our group was lucky enough to spot puffins, a lot of dolphins and also a shark!"
"We saw a dolphin (Charlie), harbor seal and even a red kite!"
"Brilliant experience today got to see all kinds of wildlife including seals and dolphins."
Cons:
"Only saw one dolphin and a few seals in the distance."
"Poor weather and murky waters kept all dolphins and otters out of view."
"Obviously it's wildlife so you're not guaranteed to see Dolphins, which we didn't."
"Unfortunately we didn't see any dolphins today but the salmon have gone to spawn so none for the dolphins to be chasing."
"No dolphins were seen, but such is the beauty of nature and wildlife - you never know what you’ll see."
"We overheard crew saying that there was no chance of seeing dolphins, the whole point for us."
"Unfortunately the Dolphins weren't out to play that day, we did see a couple of seals though."
Staff and Service
Pros:
"The staff were extremely knowledgeable and very friendly."
"The staff was friendly and personable."
"The staff was lovely and the tour was very informative."
"The crew was friendly and welcoming."
"Well organised, nice clean comfortable boat and the staff are great."
"Our guide on the boat was very informative and interesting."
"Staff were amazing and friendly and so helpful when finding the right gear."
Cons:
"Also if you can sit upstairs as we couldn't hear the guide speaker so didn't really get the 'tour' experience."
"4 stars because although speakers were used it was difficult to hear what's being said."
"On arrival we were welcomed by a rather rude, entitled lady who basically told us to get away from the doorway and sit down."
"Only criticism would be lack of enforcement of mask wearing for Covid and perhaps better social distancing."
"A rather tame boat tour, with some information about Inverness and surroundings."
"Should be called a boat trip rather than dolphin spirit."
"Bit expensive if you don't see them in my opinion."
Value for Money
Pros:
"Great tour, well worth the money."
"Definitely worth paying the extra for the full rib experience."
"Absolutely deserves the price."
"Glad we opted for the fast RIB experience as it’s great fun plus you’ll have a much better chance of seeing dolphins."
"Worth every penny, and I want to go back and do it again."
"Would definitely recommend & will do again. Definitely worth the money with or without dolphins!!"
"Well worth every penny."
Cons:
"The price is expensive for the trip."
"Waste of money. Don't mind not see dolphins but the bumpy ride it's like he just want to get as far as he can for 1 hour and then the boat back for another hour."
"It is pricey at £48/2hr boat ride so thought there would be more tour guiding element."
"For the money you would be much better getting the ferry to Arran for the day and you would see a lot more wildlife for free on the crossing."
"Expensive trip for little reward."
"Sadly no dolphins showed up so price seemed a bit expensive for a 1hr 15min boat ride."
"Think you're as likely to see Dolphins from Fortrose beach and save on cost."
Facilities and Accessibility
Pros:
"There are toilet facilities here and a mini café where you can grab a tea or coffee."
"There is parking on site with some food and drink to be had! Toilets available also."
"The ship herself is comfortable and easily accessible whatever level of mobility one has."
"The Dolphin Spirit team are lovely, they provide warm suits and life jackets that fit all sizes."
"Ample parking at the harbour, friendly welcome, good covid protocols & a brilliant toilet facility with showers too."
"Fantastic power wheelchair accessible boat cruise."
"For wheelchairs they recommend booking for high tide so the dock ramp is higher and a better gradient."
Cons:
"The departure point for this boat trip is rather off the beaten track."
"You can easily miss the place."
"The location which is a good walk through an industrial estate from Inverness town ...better to drive if you have the option."
"As a tall and plus size woman, I wasn't able to fit in the flotation suits that they had."
"Unless you just want a boat ride from right in Inverness - look elsewhere."
"Boat should have stayed for 15min in one place to just wait the movement or see some seals."
"Warning! You will most likely be chilly (or cold) and if you're adverse to getting wet, don't sit on the top deck!"
Experience and Enjoyment
Pros:
"What a fantastic experience."
"We had a great time touring the city by the sea."
"Great little trip out on the water with our dog (yes - dog friendly)."
"We had a brilliant time and would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to get out and do something fun with the kids."
"This was a tremendous experience."
"The trip itself was beautiful, and everyone on board enjoyed ourselves quite a bit."
"Seeing a wild dolphin up close next to the boat was definitely the best bit of our holiday."
Cons:
"For small children it's a bit boring."
"Found it a bit long and boring and was expecting to go a bit more into the sea rather than just past the bridge and back basically."
"The trip was nice but by the time we were heading back it was honestly a little boring, nothing new to see and sadly no animals except for birds."
"If you have children less than 10 your only option is the 'cruise' where you won't see wildlife."
"Sadly we did not see the dolphins."
"A lovely trip, I think there was a good commentary but to be honest it was very muffled I've got good hearing and could barely hear any of it."