Terms of Use

Last updated: March 7, 2026

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the website of The Original Dolphin Watch ("we," "us," or "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use this site.

Use of This Website

This website is provided for informational purposes and to facilitate tour bookings. You agree to use this site only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of others. You may not:

  • Use the site in any way that violates applicable local, state, or federal law
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the site
  • Transmit any unsolicited or unauthorized advertising or promotional material
  • Reproduce, duplicate, or copy site content for commercial purposes without our written consent

Tour Bookings

Tour reservations made through this website are subject to availability and our booking terms as presented at the time of purchase through FareHarbor. By completing a booking, you agree to those terms, including any cancellation and refund policies in effect.

Tour schedules, pricing, and availability are subject to change without notice. We reserve the right to cancel or modify tours due to weather, mechanical issues, safety concerns, or other circumstances beyond our control.

Assumption of Risk

Participation in boat tours involves inherent risks, including but not limited to weather conditions, rough water, and wildlife encounters. By booking a tour, you acknowledge and accept these risks. All vessels are USCG inspected and operated by experienced captains.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website — including text, images, logos, and design — is the property of The Original Dolphin Watch or its content suppliers and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce or distribute any content without our prior written permission.

Disclaimer of Warranties

This website is provided on an "as is" basis without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not warrant that the site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components. We make no guarantees regarding wildlife sightings, including dolphin sightings, on any given tour.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by Texas law, The Original Dolphin Watch shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of this website or participation in our tours, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Third-Party Links

This site may contain links to third-party websites, including FareHarbor, Google Maps, and social media platforms. These links are provided for convenience only. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of any linked sites.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under these terms shall be resolved in the courts of Cameron County, Texas.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Use at any time. When we do, we will update the date at the top of this page. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

Contact Us

Questions about these Terms of Use? Contact us:

The Original Dolphin Watch

33256 State Park Rd 100
South Padre Island, TX 78597

(956) 761-4243

[email protected]

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