Dolphin 8.8' Inflatable Fishing Boat | EVA Teak Deck Air Floor

The Island Hopper Dolphin 8.8' is the most portable inflatable fishing boat in the Island Hopper lineup — and the one that goes where the Swordfish and White Marlin can't. At 60 lbs rolled up and 8.8 feet inflated, it stows in an RV bay, fits on a sailboat foredeck, slides under a truck bed, and inflates to a rigid-floor fishing dinghy in about 8 minutes. Same heat-welded PVC construction as the full-size models. Entry-level price. Zero compromises on build quality.

Military-Grade PVC | Fresh and Salt Water Rated:

Built from heat-welded PVC with a reinforced 1100-denier rip-resistant fabric shell — UV-resistant, oil-stain-resistant, and puncture-resistant in fresh and salt water. The V-shaped hull and 3-bow mooring D-rings deliver real directional stability, while the contoured rear and extended pontoons improve buoyancy and planing performance even at the Dolphin's compact size.

Drop-Stitch Air Floor | EVA Teak Deck:

The high-pressure drop-stitch air floor inflates to 8 PSI, eliminating floor flex and creating a rigid, stable surface comparable to hard decking. The slip-resistant EVA foam teak deck adds grip and comfort underfoot — whether you're fishing, anchoring off a sailboat, or running to shore from an anchorage. This is not a basic blow-up dinghy.

4-Person Capacity | 10HP Motor Ready:

Supports up to 4 people and 1,070 lbs. The reinforced transom handles motors up to 10HP, accommodating both 2-stroke and 4-stroke outboards — well matched to the Dolphin's 8.8-foot hull for efficient planing and fuel economy. Comes with 2 aluminum oars and lock-in oar holders for motor-free rowing. Ideal for trolling motors, small electric outboards, and compact gas motors.

Most Packable Inflatable Dinghy in the Lineup:

Deflated: 60 lbs, packs to 42 x 26 x 15 in. That's small enough to check as airline luggage, store on a sailboat foredeck, or fit in an RV storage bay. Inflates in approximately 8 minutes with the included foot pump — faster than the larger models. Whether it's a lake camping trip, a coastal anchorage, or a summer RV circuit, the Dolphin goes where rigid boats and larger inflatables can't.

USCG Approved | Complete Kit | 3-Year Warranty:

Ships USCG approved with a Manufacturer Certificate of Origin for official boat registration. Complete kit includes: 1 aluminum bench seat, removable seat cushion with storage bag, 2 aluminum oars with lock-in holders, carry bag, foot pump, and repair patches. Backed by Island Hopper's 3-year limited 'No Seam Blowout' manufacturer warranty.

Deflated Weight & Dimensions:

60 lbs/ 42 × 24 × 10 in

Inflated Dimensions:

8.8 ft x 5 ft

Interior Floor Dimensions:

68 in × 32 in

Tube Diameter:

16 in

Chambers:

3 + 1 keel + 1 air floor

Max Power:

10 HP

Max Load:

4 persons or 1,070 lbs

Box Dimensions:

42 x 26 x 15 in

Military-Grade PVC Inflatable Boat with Heat-welded PVC with reinforced .9mm 1100-denier rip-resistant fabric layer for heavy-duty use; UV- and oil-stain-resistant. High-pressure drop-stitch air floor. 

• One aluminum bench seat
• Removable seat cushion and storage bag
• Two aluminum oars with lock-in holders
• Carry and storage bag
• Foot pump
• Repair patches
• Manufacturer Certification of Origin for registration

How to register your sport boat

Main Sport Boat Tubes:  

SUGGESTED: 2 PSI /MAX: 3.6 PSI

Keel Tube:  

SUGGESTED: 2 PSI /MAX 4.5 PSI

Air Deck Floor: 

SUGGESTED: 6 PSI/ MAX: 8 PSI 

How to assemble your Sport Boat

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Unopened items can be returned within 30 days for a full refund; used products require prior written consent and may incur a 20 % restocking fee. All products must be registered within 30 days to qualify for the 3-year warranty. Learn more.

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