Best Time Cruises

5.0/5 (28 reviews)

27075 Marina Road, Orange Beach, AL 36561, United States–

Best Time Cruises

Orange Beach, AL, United States

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28 feet

5.0/5 (28 reviews)

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Set sail on the ultimate adventure with Best Time Cruises, offering a luxurious 2013 Cutwater C28 Cruiser based out of Orange Beach. This beautiful vessel accommodates up to 6 guests, perfect for intimate getaways, family outings, or celebrations with friends. Powered by a reliable 260 HP diesel inboard Volvo-Penta engine, it cruises smoothly at 20 knots, providing the ideal balance of comfort and performance.

Onboard, you'll find everything you need for a relaxing yet thrilling cruise. The boat is equipped with air-conditioning/heater, a generator, a spacious Bimini for shade, a bluetooth audio system for your favorite tunes, and a grill for onboard cooking. Relax in style with amenities like a refrigerator, wine cooler, stove/microwave, and a full bath with a home-style toilet. Plus, with inside and outside speakers, you can enjoy your music wherever you go.

Captain Lynn Truelove specializes in unforgettable sunset cruises, booze cruises, eco/nature tours, and the highly popular dolphin cruises. Whether it’s a romantic anniversary, a fun bachelorette party, a special proposal cruise, a dolphin watching tour or any customized cruise for your group, Captain Lynn ensures a memorable experience tailored to your needs.

The boat has a comfortable home-styled bathroom,air conditioning and also boasts an aft sundeck, swim platform with ladder, bow sundeck, and full kitchen for ultimate comfort. Onboard policies allow alcohol, glass bottles and swimming when anchored, ensuring a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere.

Safety is a top priority, with anchor, autopilot, bow thruster, chart plotter, GPS, radar, life jackets, and a VHF radio to keep you secure throughout your journey.

Book your unforgettable adventure today with Best Time Cruises—where every moment on the water is the best time of your life!

Safety is a top priority, with anchor, autopilot, bow thruster, chart plotter, GPS, radar, life jackets, and a VHF radio to keep you secure throughout your journey.

Book your unforgettable adventure today with Best Time Cruises—where every moment on the water is the best time of your life!

Popular features

Refrigerator

Drinks

Child Friendly

Air Conditioning

Ice Box

Popular features

Refrigerator

Drinks

Child Friendly

Air Conditioning

Ice Box

Customer reviews

Rating

5.0

(28 reviews)

5.0

Boat & equipment

5.0

Captain & crew

5.0

Experience

Customers' gallery (83)

All reviews (28)

Showing 1 – 5 of 28 reviews

Melissa Ward

Illinois, US

•

Member since 2026

5.0

Verified

New

Captain Lynn is the best!.

Sand Bar and Island Hopping (AM) on June 16, 2026 • 6 adults

Captain Lynn was fantastic. With the predicted weather being full of rain and storms, he proactively reached out to us prior to our arriving town. We discussed options (considering other dates) and he continued to keep us apprised. The day of our excursion, Captain Lynn offered to adjust our time not once, but twice, in an effort to make the trip happen. In the end, we were able to squeeze the trip in between the rain, and it was well worth the wait! We chased dolphins and cruised through the bay. We got back to dock just as the next wave of storms were rolling in. We could not have asked for a kinder, more courteous and accommodating Captain. Thank you, Lynn!

Response from Captain

June 17, 2026

Thank you for the review. The weather really kept us guessing for the last three days. sun,clouds or rain, it always fun to be on the water with good-spirited people! 
🐬⛴️💦

Napoli Roy

Texas, US

•

Member since 2026

5.0

Verified

New

Awesome day on the water.p

Dolphin and Nature Cruise (AM) on June 22, 2026 • 3 adults

A 3 hour nature tour did not disappoint.  Osprey with fledgling birds in the nests, herons and egrets, and of course, dolphin.  We had a couple of female dolphin running and jumping in our wake with a baby dolphin darting along side.  The cutwater was very comfortable with an air conditioned cabin, cold drinks and lots of laughs.  Also learned a good bit about the channels, coast, and history around Cotton Bayou to Perdido Bay. Captain Lynn was generous with his time, and we had a super day.

Response from Captain

June 24, 2026

thank you for a wonderful review that really captured our cruise. We had a great time and saw so much. Wildlife. we enjoyed the dolphins. It was a pleasure for me to have your family aboard. I hope our paths cross again   take care and until next time……
Captain Lynn ￼

Leslie Payne

Texas, US

•

Member since 2026

5.0

Verified

The most perfect trip!

Sand Bar and Island Hopping (AM) on June 8, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

Captain Lynn was absolutely amazing! He was professional, knowledgeable, and made our entire experience unforgettable. He knew exactly where to take us to see dolphins and even pulled up next to a shrimp boat, which turned into an incredible show watching the dolphins and birds come in together. He also took us to a beautiful beach where we were able to swim and relax.
Beyond being a great captain, Lynn was so personable, friendly, and easy to talk to. You can tell he genuinely loves what he does and wants his guests to have the best experience possible. We had an amazing time and would highly recommend Captain Lynn to anyone looking for a fun and memorable day on the water! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Response from Captain

June 13, 2026

wow Leslie what a wonderful review. I really enjoyed having you that beautiful baby and the rest of your family on board. Thank you for reaching out to me at Best Time Cruises. I hope that we will be able to cruise again at some point in the future. 
I wish you the best🐬😎⛴️￼
￼

Tara Gardiner

Georgia, US

•

Member since 2026

5.0

Verified

Great Time with Captain Lynn

Waterfront Bar Cruise (PM) on May 21, 2026 • 6 adults

My family of 6 took a 3 hour cruise with Captain Lynn Truelove and had the best time. He took us to a spot where he knew the dolphins  were and we saw so many and new babies!!!! He taught us so much about their behaviors. we got a lot of great videos and i think he enjoyed seeing them as much as we did. Captain Lynn knows the area and told us all about the scenery and history of the area. we also stopped at a sand bar and jumped off the back of the boat in waist deep clear water and found hermit crabs. He even stopped by to show us his house as we came back to the dock. It was an easy find to load up, beautiful boat, great conversations, and an amazing experience. We will do this again for sure!

Response from Captain

May 22, 2026

it was really a fun day for all of us. I enjoyed meeting you and your family. I hope our paths cross again. Take care and thank you for a wonderful review. 
Captain Lynn ￼

Margaret Edwards

Georgia, US

•

Member since 2026

5.0

Verified

New

Highly recommend!

Dolphin and Nature Cruise (PM) on June 12, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children

We enjoyed every minute of our dolphin search and we were especially thrilled to see a baby dolphin jumping with its mama. Captain Lynn really went beyond our expectations giving us an extremely fun, interesting and very memorable experience.

Response from Captain

June 13, 2026

thank you for charting with best time cruises and providing such a great review. I enjoyed being on the water with you and your family. Captain Morgan certainly had a wonderful 12th birthday.  I hope to see you in the future aboard my boat!
Captain Lynn ￼

Trip availability and prices

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Bay Sightseeing Tour ( AM)

FREE Cancellation 3 days notice

2 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM

US $325

Private tour: up to 6 people

US $325

Private tour: up to 6 people

Bay Sightseeing Tour (PM)

FREE Cancellation 3 days notice

2 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM

US $325

Private tour: up to 6 people

US $325

Private tour: up to 6 people

Special Occaison Cruises

FREE Cancellation 3 days notice

2 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM

US $325

Private tour: up to 6 people

US $325

Private tour: up to 6 people

Dolphin and Nature Cruise (AM)

FREE Cancellation 3 days notice

3 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM

US $450

Private tour: up to 6 people

US $450

Private tour: up to 6 people

Waterfront Bar Cruise (PM)

FREE Cancellation 3 days notice

3 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM

US $450

Private tour: up to 6 people

US $450

Private tour: up to 6 people

Dolphin and Nature Cruise (PM)

FREE Cancellation 3 days notice

3 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM

US $475

Private tour: up to 6 people

US $475

Private tour: up to 6 people

Sunset Bay Cruise

FREE Cancellation 3 days notice

3 hour trip starts at 4:30 PM

US $475

Private tour: up to 6 people

US $475

Private tour: up to 6 people

Back Bay Dolphin and Nature (AM)

FREE Cancellation 3 days notice

4 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM

US $600

Private tour: up to 6 people

US $600

Private tour: up to 6 people

Sand Bar and Island Hopping (AM)

FREE Cancellation 3 days notice

4 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM

US $600

Private tour: up to 6 people

US $600

Private tour: up to 6 people

Waterfront Bar and Restaurant Tour

FREE Cancellation 3 days notice

4 hour trip starts at 10:00 AM

US $600

Private tour: up to 6 people

US $600

Private tour: up to 6 people

Back Bay Dolphin and Nature Cruise

FREE Cancellation 3 days notice

4 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM

US $600

Private tour: up to 6 people

US $600

Private tour: up to 6 people

Sand Bar and Island Hopping (PM)

FREE Cancellation 3 days notice

4 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM

US $600

Private tour: up to 6 people

US $600

Private tour: up to 6 people

Blue Angels' Practice – Boat Cruise

FREE Cancellation 3 days notice

5 hour trip starts at 8:15 AM

Seasonal trip

Mar 31 - Oct 31 (Tue, Wed)

US $875

Private tour: up to 6 people

US $875

Private tour: up to 6 people

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Customer reviews

Rating

5.0

(28 reviews)

5.0

Boat & equipment

5.0

Captain & crew

5.0

Experience

Customers' gallery (83)

All reviews (28)

Showing 1 – 5 of 28 reviews

Melissa Ward

Illinois, US

Member since 2026

5.0

Verified

New

Captain Lynn is the best!.

Sand Bar and Island Hopping (AM) on June 16, 2026 • 6 adults

Captain Lynn was fantastic. With the predicted weather being full of rain and storms, he proactively reached out to us prior to our arriving town. We discussed options (considering other dates) and he continued to keep us apprised. The day of our excursion, Captain Lynn offered to adjust our time not once, but twice, in an effort to make the trip happen. In the end, we were able to squeeze the trip in between the rain, and it was well worth the wait! We chased dolphins and cruised through the bay. We got back to dock just as the next wave of storms were rolling in. We could not have asked for a kinder, more courteous and accommodating Captain. Thank you, Lynn!

Response from Captain

June 17, 2026

Thank you for the review. The weather really kept us guessing for the last three days. sun,clouds or rain, it always fun to be on the water with good-spirited people! 
🐬⛴️💦

Napoli Roy

Texas, US

Member since 2026

5.0

Verified

New

Awesome day on the water.p

Dolphin and Nature Cruise (AM) on June 22, 2026 • 3 adults

A 3 hour nature tour did not disappoint.  Osprey with fledgling birds in the nests, herons and egrets, and of course, dolphin.  We had a couple of female dolphin running and jumping in our wake with a baby dolphin darting along side.  The cutwater was very comfortable with an air conditioned cabin, cold drinks and lots of laughs.  Also learned a good bit about the channels, coast, and history around Cotton Bayou to Perdido Bay. Captain Lynn was generous with his time, and we had a super day.

Response from Captain

June 24, 2026

thank you for a wonderful review that really captured our cruise. We had a great time and saw so much. Wildlife. we enjoyed the dolphins. It was a pleasure for me to have your family aboard. I hope our paths cross again   take care and until next time……
Captain Lynn ￼

Leslie Payne

Texas, US

Member since 2026

5.0

Verified

The most perfect trip!

Sand Bar and Island Hopping (AM) on June 8, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

Captain Lynn was absolutely amazing! He was professional, knowledgeable, and made our entire experience unforgettable. He knew exactly where to take us to see dolphins and even pulled up next to a shrimp boat, which turned into an incredible show watching the dolphins and birds come in together. He also took us to a beautiful beach where we were able to swim and relax.
Beyond being a great captain, Lynn was so personable, friendly, and easy to talk to. You can tell he genuinely loves what he does and wants his guests to have the best experience possible. We had an amazing time and would highly recommend Captain Lynn to anyone looking for a fun and memorable day on the water! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Response from Captain

June 13, 2026

wow Leslie what a wonderful review. I really enjoyed having you that beautiful baby and the rest of your family on board. Thank you for reaching out to me at Best Time Cruises. I hope that we will be able to cruise again at some point in the future. 
I wish you the best🐬😎⛴️￼
￼

Tara Gardiner

Georgia, US

Member since 2026

5.0

Verified

Great Time with Captain Lynn

Waterfront Bar Cruise (PM) on May 21, 2026 • 6 adults

My family of 6 took a 3 hour cruise with Captain Lynn Truelove and had the best time. He took us to a spot where he knew the dolphins  were and we saw so many and new babies!!!! He taught us so much about their behaviors. we got a lot of great videos and i think he enjoyed seeing them as much as we did. Captain Lynn knows the area and told us all about the scenery and history of the area. we also stopped at a sand bar and jumped off the back of the boat in waist deep clear water and found hermit crabs. He even stopped by to show us his house as we came back to the dock. It was an easy find to load up, beautiful boat, great conversations, and an amazing experience. We will do this again for sure!

Response from Captain

May 22, 2026

it was really a fun day for all of us. I enjoyed meeting you and your family. I hope our paths cross again. Take care and thank you for a wonderful review. 
Captain Lynn ￼

Margaret Edwards

Georgia, US

Member since 2026

5.0

Verified

New

Highly recommend!

Dolphin and Nature Cruise (PM) on June 12, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children

We enjoyed every minute of our dolphin search and we were especially thrilled to see a baby dolphin jumping with its mama. Captain Lynn really went beyond our expectations giving us an extremely fun, interesting and very memorable experience.

Response from Captain

June 13, 2026

thank you for charting with best time cruises and providing such a great review. I enjoyed being on the water with you and your family. Captain Morgan certainly had a wonderful 12th birthday.  I hope to see you in the future aboard my boat!
Captain Lynn ￼

FAQs about Best Time Cruises

What the boat is like

Boat category

Yachts

Boat type

Cruiser

Boat manufacturer

Cutwater

Boat Model

C28

Year built

2013

Boat length

28 ft

Capacity

6 persons

Engine model

Volvo-Penta 260

Max crusing speed

20 knots

1 x 260HP

Engine Type

Inboard

Fuel Type

Diesel

Number of cabins

2 cabins

Number of berths

3 berths

Number of heads

1 head

Number of full baths

1 full bath

Number of toilets

1 toilet

Boat category

Yachts

Boat type

Cruiser

Boat manufacturer

Cutwater

Boat Model

C28

Year built

2013

Boat length

28 ft

Capacity

6 persons

Best Time Cruises

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Rating

Customers' gallery (83)

All reviews (28)

Trip availability and prices

Customer reviews

Rating

Customers' gallery (83)

All reviews (28)

FAQs about Best Time Cruises

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