Staff Answer
Jun 24, 2026 - 03:44 PM
It happens frequently. Dolphins are very common around Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, so seeing them is certainly possible, but you should always think of it as a bonus rather than a guarantee. Some days, dolphins are active around boats and can be spotted several times during a single trip. Other days, they may be farther away or simply not visible. One benefit of parasailing is the elevated view. From several hundred feet up, you can sometimes spot things in the water that would be difficult to see from the deck of a boat. Besides dolphins, people occasionally notice rays, schools of fish, sea turtles, and even sharks, though those sightings are much less common. Water clarity plays a big role. During periods when the Gulf is clear, wildlife is easier to spot from above.
