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South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary

Visit South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary, Rio Grande Valley's premier destination for birdwatching. Featuring a five-story viewing tower, 3300+ feet of boardwalk, five bird blinds, and alligator sanctuary, and guided bird walks; Their unique location on South Padre Island is the perfect place to observe the birds, butterflies and natural wildlife in coastal South Texas. Walk the Bayfront boardwalks or take a birding tour and explore the natural life of the Rio Grande Valley.

Meet the Dolphins

South Padre Island Dolphin Research & Sealife Nature Center

Take a one of a kind boat tour to visit the dolphins in their natural habitat. South Padre Island Dolphin Research & Sealife Nature Center offers a dolphin experience like no other with just six people on board the boat plus the captain and the dolphin dog. THE SEALIFE CENTER also has many rescue animals such as our giant tortoise, turtles, iguana , and fish that are non native and can never be released.

Dive into the unique world of sea turtle conservation!

Sea Turtle Inc

Sea Turtle, Inc. is open year-round for visitors to meet their rehabilitating patients and non-releasable residents. Self-guide through our rehabilitation and education facilities to learn all about sea turtles in the Gulf of Mexico, and enjoy daily presentations and turtle feedings.