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  • Banish Those Back-to-School Blues with an Aquatic Adventure

    Banish Those Back-to-School Blues with an Aquatic Adventure

    Summer is almost over, but the adventure doesn’t have to be. Before you pack your book bag and head back to school, head out for an aquatic adventure with Sail Wild Hearts!

    Do you prefer an adventurous cruise? Choose between our two-hour Snorkel & Sail Tour, two-hour Family Adventure Sail, three-hour Kayak Adventure Snorkel Sail, or six-hour Dolphins & Blue Angels Sail. Whether you choose swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding or kayaking, you are guaranteed to have fun and get wet!

    When you’re looking for something a little more relaxing, watch the sun disappear below the horizon during our Sunset Cruise! This two-hour trip is the perfect opportunity to reflect on summer and prepare for the school year ahead. Our sunset cruise can be a relaxing, whole-family event or a romantic date night.

    Life jackets and bottled water are provided for all of our guests at no charge, and soft drinks are available for purchase. Adults are welcome to bring small ice chests with their own beverages to enjoy responsibly, as well.

    Book your adventure today and say so long to summer with Sail Wild Hearts!

  • Top 5 Reasons you’ll love our Dolphins and Angels Cruise

    Top 5 Reasons you’ll love our Dolphins and Angels Cruise

    Whether you are a local or visiting the beach from out of town, seeing the Blue Angels (officially known as the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron) fly is an amazing, hard to top  experience. But there is one way to make seeing them even better; watch them fly aboard Wild Hearts Catamaran. Check out five reasons you’ll love our Dolphins and Angels Cruise.

    1. You get more time aboard the boat. This is a six-hour trip giving you more of an opportunity to spot some of our local wildlife and marine life. As we set sail to Pensacola be prepared to relax and see some of the marine wildlife native to our coast. From dolphins, fish, and turtles to many species of sea birds, this trip is sure to delight.
    2. You get to witness the drills from the best vantage point possible. We are talking about the world’s most elite fighter pilots practicing their adrenaline-pumping drills – and you get to witness them from our spacious 53-foot, open-ocean catamaran. With the beautiful Gulf of Mexico as your background, what more could you want?
    3. You get to do more than just watch the Blue Angels. After the Blue Angels experience, we set sail to a historic Civil War Fort in a protected lagoon. There you will have the opportunity to snorkel, kayak, paddleboard, and explore Fort McRae. There is no additional charge for kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkeling equipment. And as always, life jackets are included.
    4. Lunch is provided. You have to eat, right? While anchored, the crew will prepare a delicious complimentary light lunch that will include bottled water or soft drinks for you to enjoy.
    5. There are many opportunities to book this cruise. The Blue Angels practice most Tuesdays and Wednesdays from April through early November, so you have many chances to book this cruise and witness their breathtaking aerial displays, but don’t wait too long as many dates are filling up.

    People aboard Sail Wild Hearts with American Flag

    Please note: Cruises are subject to cancellation due to weather or a change in the Naval operational schedule.

  • Captain’s Log: Kayak Adventure Snorkel Sail

    Captain’s Log: Kayak Adventure Snorkel Sail

    When you sail Wild Hearts Kayak Adventure Snorkel Sail, you’re in for a surprise! This cruise isn’t your average sailing excursion. Your group not only gets a relaxing sail in the gulf and bay, but also may choose from many water activities once we dock at Robinson Island.

    That’s right, we pull right up to Robinson Island where you can sink your toes in the sand and enjoy the salty air and warm sun. Hop into a kayak and make your way around the island, taking in the beautiful scenery in all directions.

    For the more balanced sailors, test your skills on a paddleboard. Stand on one as you push off of Robinson Island, and see how far you can go without making a splash! Those looking for a little more water time can explore the marine wildlife with a snorkeling excursion.

    All we need to make a memorable adventure is you, so leave your equipment at home! There’s no additional charge for kayaks, paddleboards or snorkeling gear.

    This 3-hour trip includes complimentary bottled water, with soft drinks and snacks available for purchase. As always, life jackets are included.

    If this sounds like the fun-filled day your family has been wishing for, call 251-981-6700 and let’s set sail!

  • Sailing into 2017 with a Look Back at 2016

    Sailing into 2017 with a Look Back at 2016

    What a year! 2016 was one for the books. We’ve enjoyed a year of sun and sailing, meeting new friends and setting sail with old ones, too. It’s always a pleasure to reconnect with past guests, as well as introduce new ones to sailing for the first time.

    So, what exactly did we do in 2016? A lot! Our owner, Ted, is always looking for something fun and exciting to add to our itineraries, and 2016 didn’t disappoint. This year, we took sailing Alabama’s beaches to a whole new level with more adventure sails, including the Snorkel and Sail Tour where Captain Zack drops anchor for an hour of snorkeling and swimming Orange Beach’s clear, turquoise waters. The Perdido Key Scuba and Snorkeling Sail took our guests on a short sail to Perdido Key Snorkel Reef where there are 24 structures uniquely constructed to support an abundance of marine life. Our guests were treated to breakfast and lunch on the five-hour trip.

    While it wasn’t new in 2016, hundreds of our guests set sail for kayaking, paddleboarding and snorkeling on the Kayak Adventure Snorkel Sail. Guests from the young to the young-at-heart took advantage of Wild Heart’s full staircase that drops from the boat into the water. The staircase is a unique feature to Wild Hearts, allowing our guests easier boat access from the water than a ladder would.

    What new adventures await in 2017? We don’t want to spoil any surprises! Keep a lookout and visit our blog often for the latest news and updates. We hope to see you soon!

  • Choose Your Own Adventure in Orange Beach

    Choose Your Own Adventure in Orange Beach

    Flash back to your adolescence and take a walk down memory lane. It’s time to choose your own adventure. The best part? The crew at Wild Hearts has plenty of adventures ready for you on your next beach vacation.

    If you’re a history buff, the Dolphins & Blue Angels Sail is the best adventure waiting for you. Sail near historic forts on the way to watch elite pilots practice their adrenaline-pumping stunts. On the sail back to port, the crew will stop for snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding and exploring Fort McRea. Lunch is served on this all-day adventure.

    Scuba divers, listen up! For your choose-your-own adventure, put a check mark by the Perdido Key Scuba/Snorkeling Sail. This is the newest scuba adventure available in Orange Beach. Sail away with experienced divers to the Perdido Key snorkel reef where the crew will anchor near the site for a guided tour of an artificial reef, a creation of 24 sunken structures that have become home to many forms of marine life.

    Maybe your adventure seeking is of the softer variety. If so, put your check mark beside the sunset cruise. Sail off into gentle gulf breezes and watch the sun sink into the horizon. Sunsets are especially breathtaking during the fall months in Orange Beach. Pack a small cooler with drinks and snacks and enjoy a relaxing ride aboard the catamaran.

    If you’re interested in still other adventures for your Orange Beach vacation, check our full list of sailings on our website. You can even book online.