The Texas Sealife Center dedicates its time and effort to creating a haven for native wildlife who live on the property and patients in need of care. Their mission is to rescue injured or stranded coastal and aquatic wildlife, providing supportive care and rehabilitation, successfully releasing wildlife back into their natural habitat, and educating and promoting public awareness in the conservation efforts to save wildlife.
Rockit’s Whiskey Bar & Saloon is an iconic music venue in Coastal Bend that offers an expanded array of activities, entertainment, and a classic but contemporary beverage menu. Check out the Launchpad, Rockit’s newest addition that features a wall of live music memorabilia. The Barrel room is the perfect spot for groups and parties and has plenty of space with a great view of the stage. The Whiskey Room is where you’ll catch all the biggest local and regional acts live in concert and the spot to taste the large selection of high-end whiskeys.
Padre Island National Seashore, the longest undeveloped stretch of a barrier island in the world, has more than 133,000 acres of protected, natural beaches, white dunes, thriving grassland, saltwater marshes, and a host of untouched wildlife. Experience the island in its natural state with primitive camping, which is allowed in any spot along the entire length of the beach. Year-round inhabitants include coyotes, white-tail deer, peregrine falcons, kangaroo rats, and jackrabbits.
Captain Kirk’s Tiki Cruises offers scenic public boat rides and private boat rental on the 47-foot yacht for any occasion you can imagine. Their crew is professional, hospitable, and fun and will point out the beautiful natural scenery, bird watching, and dolphin watching. Whether you're looking to relax with your family or have a party with friends, family, or co-workers, they have the best cruises designed to fit your needs.