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Where to Go: the 15 Best Morning Trips Worldwide

30 trips  ·  from $18 a head

Good morning trips fill up in season and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Port d'Alcudia: Sunrise at Sea & Dolphin Watching Boat Tour - The first hour: stars, sea, and a quiet playlist
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Port d’Alcudia: Sunrise at Sea & Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

1.Port d’Alcudia: Sunrise at Sea & Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,035 reviews · 3 hours · from $69Our pick

Watch Mallorca’s sunrise at sea, spot wild dolphins, and enjoy breakfast aboard a spacious catamaran from Port d’Alcudia.

“The sunrise boat trip was fantastic. Yes it’s an early start but once you see the beautiful sunrise and then get to see all the dolphins it all makes it worthwhile. The duration is perfect not too long. we were blessed to see a lot of dolphins. The boat size is good, lots of space. The quality of breakfast included is fine. We did not do this for the breakfast but if you did need to eat they did provide enough until you returned back to the port. My only complaint would be that it is a bit on the pricier side. However I do recommend.”

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Bali/Lovina: Guided Dolphin Watching & Sunrise Boat Snorkel - The early start and basecamp welcome
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Bali/Lovina: Guided Dolphin Watching & Sunrise Boat Snorkel

2.Bali/Lovina: Guided Dolphin Watching & Sunrise Boat Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,983 reviews · 4 - 8 hours · from $18Best value

Watch Lovina dolphins at sunrise, swim from a secured float, snorkel coral reefs, and weigh the long Bali transfer against the $18 price.

“Slept comfortably while the long drive, guide(Nova) knew where we could find dolphins, he enthusiastically drove boat where we could find dolphins. Amazing experience👍🏻”

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North Bali: Sunrise Tour with Dolphins, Waterfalls & Temples - Leaving before dawn for Lovina Beach
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North Bali: Sunrise Tour with Dolphins, Waterfalls & Temples

From Alcudia: Sunrise Dolphin Watching Boat Tour - Port d’Alcúdia and the safety briefing
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From Alcudia: Sunrise Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

4.Sunrise Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 725 reviews · 2 hours · from $93

Watch dolphins at sunrise from Alcúdia, with hotel pickup, multilingual guides, small boats, and a conservation-minded crew.

“It was very fun, watching the sunrise was amazing and watching the dolphins poke their head out was amazing. - from an 8 year old The whole trip from start to finish was really good. I had the option to go on a 12 person boat or a 36 person boat. I chose the 12 person and it was the best decision I made. From picking us up at the hotel to dropping us back, the whole trip was well organised and really good value for money - from an adult. Ha”

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From Palma: 3-Hour Morning Dolphin Watching Boat Tour - Searching for dolphins in open water
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From Palma: 3-Hour Morning Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

5.From Palma: 3-Hour Morning Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 423 reviews · from $63

Cruise from Palma to spot wild dolphins, swim in a clear cove, and enjoy a relaxed three-hour boat trip with optional transfers.

“The trip was good. We saw plenty of dolphins and the crew were mindful to give them space and switched off the engine. Swimming spot was great. My only negative comment would be that we were bussed from Palma harbour to a dive of a resort about 30 minutes away to catch the boat. By the time we arrived and taking into account the bus journey back, a 3-hour trip took most of the day. Nowhere in the description did it mention this.”

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Bahia Ballena Whale and Dolphin Tour - Morning - Starting at Marino Ballena National Park
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Bahia Ballena Whale and Dolphin Tour – Morning

6.Bahia Ballena Whale and Dolphin Tour – Morning

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 155 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours (approx.) · from $75Top rated

Review of Bahia Ballena’s 2.5-hour whale and dolphin tour, with seasonal wildlife, snorkeling, beaches, price, tips, and practical details.

“This was an excellent small tour. We saw whales and dolphins. We were given the choice of finding more whales or snorkeling at the Whale’s Tail. The boat voted for snorkeling. Raymond was a fun guide.”

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Fort Walton Beach: Morning Dolphin Cruise with Snorkel Stop - What the Catamaran Ride Feels Like
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Fort Walton Beach: Morning Dolphin Cruise with Snorkel Stop

7.Fort Walton Beach: Morning Dolphin Cruise with Snorkel Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 134 reviews · 3 hours · from $41

Review of Fort Walton Beach’s 3-hour dolphin and snorkel cruise, with practical tips on price, wildlife, gear, timing, and family value.

“We thoroughly enjoyed our adventure with Nate and Megan. It was a gorgeous day. We explored a shallow area with the grass and a lot of wildlife. We also got to see several dolphins and a sea turtle.”

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Private Morning Sail, Dolphin and History Tour on Mystique - Starting at 17 Lockwood Drive
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Private Morning Sail, Dolphin and History Tour on Mystique

8.Private Morning Sail, Dolphin and History Tour on Mystique

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Review of Charleston’s private Mystique morning sail, with dolphins, Battery views, Fort Sumter, the Ravenel Bridge, and practical booking advice.

“I have chartered other sailboats in Charleston but this was the very best. The boat was gorgeous and immaculate. The captain, Dustin, and the mate, Adam, were very nice. They are experts on the area's history and nature. We got a great mini education. Our group of 5 ranged in age from 30 to 75. Every person said they would this trip higher than a 5 if they could. Book this one!”

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Sunrise Boat Trip in Mallorca with Dolphin-Watching - Watching the sky brighten over Alcudia Bay
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Sunrise Boat Trip in Mallorca with Dolphin-Watching

Dolphin Tour and Sunrise Watching in Lovina Beach - All Inclusive - What happens on the Lovina dolphin boat
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Dolphin Tour and Sunrise Watching in Lovina Beach – All Inclusive

10.Dolphin Tour and Sunrise Watching in Lovina Beach – All Inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · from $63

Review of Bali’s Lovina dolphin and sunrise tour, with Wanagiri swing, breakfast, private transfers, costs, timing, and practical booking advice.

“Visited amazing places with a great tour guide. Amazing, amazing day! We are looking to book another tour with the same guy. Thank you! Oh and by the way the dolphins are the cutest animals ever!”

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Hilton Head Morning Dolphins & Donuts Cruise - Fresh donuts, cold drinks, and a practical breakfast
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Hilton Head Morning Dolphins & Donuts Cruise

11.Hilton Head Morning Dolphins & Donuts Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 65 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $55

Review of Hilton Head’s 90-minute Dolphins & Donuts Cruise, with wildlife, Harbour Town views, fresh donuts, family tips, and honest value advice.

“Donuts and dolphins with Wendy and Kate was a great start to our day. Our guides were knowledgeable and personable. They made it fun for our young grandchildren. We saw dolphin activity and the kiddos loved driving the catamaran. Highly recommend!”

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Private Morning Sail/ Dolphin Tour on 50ft Fate, BYOB or Catering - Passing the Charleston Battery and waterfront homes
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Private Morning Sail/ Dolphin Tour on 50ft Fate, BYOB or Catering

12.Private Morning Sail/ Dolphin Tour on 50ft Fate, BYOB or Catering

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.)

Review of Charleston’s private 50-foot morning sail, with dolphins, harbor landmarks, BYOB flexibility, catering, and value for groups of six.

“The boat was gorgeous and the scenery was spectacular but my friend Aubrey and I were most impressed by the ship’s captain Scott and his first mate Josh. Their ability to sail perfectly was noted by Aubrey as he sails regularly in NC where we are from. Thank you for such a memorable experience. We will be back and will request Scott and Josh.”

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Golfo Aranci: Sunrise Dolphin Kayak Tour with Breakfast - Finding the meeting point at Spiaggia dei Baracconi
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Golfo Aranci: Sunrise Dolphin Kayak Tour with Breakfast

13.Sunrise Dolphin Kayak Tour with Breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 39 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $71

Review of Golfo Aranci’s sunrise kayak tour, with dolphins, snorkeling, Figarolo Island, Cala Moresca, and a beach breakfast.

“Un super moment avec nos 3 guides ! Merci à eux ! Francesco vraiment gentil ! Nous avons vu les dauphins. Même si on aurait aimé les voir de plus prêt, c'était chouette ! Le petit déjeuner était bon (petits gâteaux secs, gâteaux sardes, café, jus de fruit). Il manque un petit truc en plus, qui pourrait rendre ce moment encore plus spécial. De la musique, plus d'échanges avec les guides, manque un peu d'ambiance... Une expérience quand-même positive !”

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Rovinj: Sunrise Dolphins & Fishermen at Work Speedboat Tour - The early start and pickup details
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Rovinj: Sunrise Dolphins & Fishermen at Work Speedboat Tour

14.Sunrise Dolphins & Fishermen at Work Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 32 reviews · 1h 45m · from $93

See dolphins beside working fishing boats at sunrise on Rovinj’s intimate 105-minute speedboat tour, with small groups and a free repeat if needed.

“Es war ein unfassbar toller Ausflug. Super netter Guide Antonio . beeindruckend zu Sehen wie geangelt wurde und so viele Delfine. pünktliche Abholung. ganz viele Informationen wurden auch weitergegeben. absolute Empfehlung!!!!!! war ein unvergessener morgen für uns und unsere Kinder ❤️”

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Bali Dolphin Watching Sunrise Tour in Lovina Beach - Gitgit Waterfall and the first land stop
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Bali Dolphin Watching Sunrise Tour in Lovina Beach

15.Bali Dolphin Watching Sunrise Tour in Lovina Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 27 reviews · from $80

Review of Bali’s private Lovina dolphin sunrise tour, with Gitgit Waterfall, twin lakes, Ulun Danu Temple, lunch, costs, tips, and drawbacks.

“Hari was a great host. He picked me up from my accomodation on time. Unfortunately I only saw a couple of dolphins on the tour and there were so many boats but otherwise sunrise on the water was beautiful. Gitgit waterfall, lunch lake and temple. I enjoyed every stop. It was great to explore somewhere new. Thanks Hari.”

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Just added to this list

★ 4.5Dolphin Sunrise Experience Tour Private All InclusiveFrom $336 reviews
★ 5.0Sunrise Dolphins & Fishermen at Work speedboat tour in RovinjFrom $934 reviews
★ 5.0Private sunrise Dolphin with Le Havanah Boat2 reviews
★ 5.0All inclusive Lovina Dolphins Sunrise tour, Waterfall & TempleFrom $8912 reviews
★ 5.0Small Group – 6 Passengers – Morning Dolphin and Donut CruiseFrom $5514 reviews
★ 5.0Tampa Bay: Private Sunrise Dolphin & Island Cruise4 reviews
★ 4.9Folly Beach Morning Kayak Dolphin SafariFrom $5510 reviews
★ 3.6North Bali : Sunrise Dolphin Trip at Lovina BeachFrom $483 reviews
★ 4.5LE MORNE DOLPHINS SUNRISE TRIP6 reviews

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