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Cynthia Livingston
Cynthia Livingston
us
Missouri, US
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Member since 2026
5.0
Verified

Capt. Isander Santiago gave us a "10-Star" pontoon cruise!!

Sandbar & Dolphins 4hr (AM)5 adults

Capt. Santiago is friendliest host we've ever met (G-Ma, Mother & 3 kids- 13, 15, 19). This tour is great for multi-generations. Capt. Santiago is wealth of marine life knowledge. On 'tritoon', saw Dolphins; a Spotted Manta jump.... Common 'marine area birds'... The history of Cortez fishing ... . Mangrove 'islands' and their marine importance to aquatic life... and beaches. And, more .... Sandbar stops. Provided aquatic experiences than my family ever had. 1. Searching for shells. Capt Santiago is wealth of knowledge about what they found. Sometimes living aquatic animals ('pregnant conch', ... occupied conchs, spider crab, ....)- ALL gently returned to sandbar water home under Santiago directions. 13 & 15yo in a shell territory contest!! 2. Paddleboard. The 13yo had never done it, but in under 10 minutes was solo on standing & paddling. Mom & 15yo went tandem:-) 3. Snorkeling. In advance, 13yo insisted she WANTED to snorkel. None had ever done: Mom & 3 kids tried it. Mom, 19 & 15yo good. The 13yo took to it & kept at it! 4. Motorized Water Propulsion. ALL tried it, and quite popular. 5. Floatpad also used!! My way to relax.

Response from Charter operator

Thank you for sharing your experience in so much detail! I am delighted knowing everyone had such a great time, and it was a pleasure hosting the family tour. Until next time 🏖️☀️🐬🤿🏄

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52 reviews
24 ft
Group size 1 - 6
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4 hour trip • 6 persons
US $599

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  • Jon Simasek
    Jon Simasek
    us
    Virginia, US
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    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified
    NEW

    Met our needs flawlessly

    Sandbar & Dolphins 4hr (AM) • 4 adults

    Our Captain, Santiago, provided us with history if the area, help us understand the bay, met our soecial needs, and found both a Manatee and dolphins. He was just perfect for us.

    Response from Charter operator

    Thank you for trusting Bay2Bay Tours and thank you for your review. I'm glad I was able to provide the experience you expected. If you can message me any specific feedback to improve the boat I will greatly appreciate it.

  • Katie Dykes
    Katie Dykes
    us
    Ohio, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Trip Ever!

    Sandbar & Dolphins 4hr (PM) • 4 adults

    This adventure on the water was the perfext vacation experience! Pristine boat, informed captian and fabuloua trip. All snorkel equipment was clean and new. Captian got in water to help find cool shells, sand dollars and creatures.

    Response from Charter operator

    It is always great to hosting awesome experiences for families, and yours was the perfect crew, jumping in right away and making every minute count. It was my pleasure and I look forward to seeing everyone again! 🏖️☀️🐬🤿

  • Nehal Patel
    Nehal Patel
    us
    New York, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent captain outstanding trip

    Sandbar & Dolphins 4hr (PM) • 5 adults • 1 child

    Santiago is amazing and we all had a blast! Saw so many dolphins and he was very knowledgeable about the waters, knew when we spotted dolphins and shells it was an outstanding experience. So many memories we will remember for years!

    Response from Charter operator

    Thank you for your kind review, and I am very happy knowing everyone had such a great time! It was a pleasure meeting the family and I look forward to seeing everyone again. 🏖️☀️🐬🤿

  • Adam Lindley
    Adam Lindley
    us
    Illinois, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great boat trip

    Sandbar & Dolphins 4hr (PM) • 4 adults

    Captain Santiago took us to some great sand bars and spots to fish. My son caught a spotted trout and was very excited. Professional and knowledgeable we were able to fit a lot of fun in 4 hours. Plan to do again next with him.

  • Katie Bys
    Katie Bys
    us
    Iowa, US
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    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Family fun!!

    Sandbar & Dolphins 4hr (PM) • 6 adults • 3 children

    Santiago was wonderful! He catered the afternoon perfetlctly for our family. We saw manatees and dolphins, searched for sand dollars, and ended the day playing on the lilly pad as the sun set. It was a great day making core memories with our group. He even recommended a great local restaurant that we all enjoyed. 10/10 recommend for family fun in the sun!

    Response from Charter operator

    Great to know everyone had a fun time making family memories! It was really nice meeting everyone and hosting a fun trip for all. Until next time! 🏝️☀️🐬