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Underway to #1 Sail Wild Hearts Seeks Best Boat Tour Title

R. Ken Cooper • May 24, 2024

Sail Wild Hearts: A Premier Boat Tour Experience

Sail Wild Hearts: A Premier Boat Tour Experience

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – Sail Wild Hearts, a renowned boat tour company based in Orange Beach, has been nominated for a USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice 2024 award. Sail Wild Hearts is a top contender for the title of Best Boat Tour. The boat is located on the docks directly across the highway from the Perdido Beach Resort at 27101 Perdido Beach Blvd.


Sail Wild Hearts is a 53-foot open-ocean yacht/catamaran that’s spacious and well-equipped. The famous sailboat, easily recognizable by its memorable artwork and the distinctive "Wild Hearts" logo. It catches the eyes of beach goers every time it sails the coastline.


Passengers can enjoy a range of activities, from dolphin watching and snorkeling to sunset cruises and private charters. The tours are designed to showcase the natural beauty of the Gulf Coast, providing opportunities to see marine wildlife and enjoy the serene waters. They also offer a Blue Angels and Dolphin Tour where you can see dolphins as you travel east to Pensacola Pass to watch the world-famous Blue Angels practicing at NAS Pensacola.


The crew is known for their hospitality and expertise of the gulf coast, ensuring that every trip is safe, enjoyable, and memorable.


The nomination for the USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice 2024 award is a testament to the quality of service and experiences that Sail Wild Hearts offers. Their "UNDERWAY TO #1" campaign encourages supporters to vote for Sail Wild Hearts, as they aim to secure the top spot as the Best Boat Tour.


Supporters can cast their votes for Sail Wild Hearts by visiting the USA Today 10Best website. The voting process is easy and straightforward, requiring no email or sign-up. You can cast your vote everyday until May 27. Winners will be announced on Wednesday, June 5th at 11:00 am CDT. Every vote brings Sail Wild Hearts one step closer to achieving the Best Boat Tour title. 


For more information call: 251 981-6700, or visit their website at: Sail Wild Hearts.

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