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The 15 most popular manatee & dolphin tours around Orlando, from the theme-park gates out to the spring runs and the Space Coast. Prices, run times and who to book each one with.
Ride the Banana River eco tour from Cocoa Beach for dolphin and manatee spotting, narrated by a naturalist, with a restroom on board.
Most Popular“A good narration by Diane, the tour guide, on the beauty of the eco system around the Banana River and also the marine life including Manatee, Dolphins and birds. Relaxing and enjoyable. Well worth it and strongly recommend the tour even for family with kids.”
Kayak Cocoa Beach’s Thousand Islands mangrove tunnels with a small guide, spotting manatees and dolphins. Gear and photos included.
“Our guide Ian was FABULOUS! Very patient and knowledgable. The tour through the Mangrove tunnels was like no other kayaking experience. So cool! Definitely something everyone should experience.”
Kayak Cocoa Beach mangrove tunnels for manatees and dolphins. Small groups, guided paddle, single or tandem kayaks, about 2 hours.
“Fun, guide seemed knowledgeable. We left timely and enjoyed it very much. We got to see the dolphins which was cool but didn't see any manatee's.”
2-hour clear kayak in Silver Springs for $80. See manatees, turtles, and wild monkeys with a guide.
“Steve was great . We got to see lots of wildlife not just manatees . Would highly recommend the glass bottom kayaking”
Paddle Silver Springs State Park on a clear kayak or paddleboard for possible manatees, turtles, and monkeys, plus guide photos and dry comfort.
“It was so fun. Saw everything I was hoping to see. Tour guide was awesome, friendly and great sense of humor. Will highly recommend this to friends and family that will be traveling to FL.”
Kayak Haulover Canal for manatees and dolphins on Florida’s Space Coast. Small group wildlife spotting, gear included, calm water.
“This tour was amazing! We saw manatees, dolphins, alligators and many birds. The kayaking was easy and the water was calm. Our guide Terrance was very knowledgeable and told us a lot of history of the area and about the wildlife. He even took photos of us throughout the adventure for no additional cost. This…”
Orlando manatee snorkeling with hotel pickup, Crystal River wildlife cruise, Homosassa State Park, picnic lunch, plus airboat option.
“Amazing experience for our family from Grandma to our 6yo. Truly appreciate being able to get RT transportation from Orlando. The instructors and Kevin made everything easy and fun. Definitely memories for a lifetime.”
Paddle Blue Spring State Park near Orlando to spot winter manatees up close, with small-group safety and wildlife watching.
“Jimi was a great guide. Very knowledgeable and very helpful. He obviously cared about all the wildlife.”
Paddle through Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge in search of manatees and dolphins, plus lots of Florida wildlife, in a guided 2-hour tour.
“Amazing experience! Matt was a great guide, very knowledgeable, and entertaining. Thank you for the great tour!”
Cocoa Beach manatee and dolphin kayak or paddleboard tour through mangroves. Small group, gear included, photos sent after. 90 minutes.
“Our family really enjoyed the kayak tour with Logan! He was a great tour guide, knowledgeable and kept the entire family entertained. 5 stars!”
Sunset kayak in Cocoa Beach through mangrove tunnels in small groups, searching for dolphins and manatees with guides and free photos.
“What a wonderful experience! Our tour guide, Caleb was absolutely wonderful! He knew so much about the area, and answered all of my silly questions. He made the tour so fun, and relaxing. We did see a few dolphins at the end of the trip, tons of birds (amazing birds I can’t name them all…”
Kayak or SUP Cocoa Beach for 2 hours, spotting manatees and dolphins in the Banana River, with wildlife lessons and lifejackets included.
“Christian was our guide. This was such a fun adventure. He did a great job! It was a hot day but being in the water was worth it!”
Manatee and sunset bird kayak from Merritt Island, ending with nighttime bioluminescence. Paddle rivers near Cocoa Beach in 3 hours.
“Tour is fabulous guide Amanda is knowledgeable”
Small-group catamaran dolphin sail off Cocoa Beach: spot dolphins and manatees, birds, and get soda and water for about 2 hours.
“Oh, what a great time. The captain, Bryan, was awesome. We just wanted to spent the warm day on the water. It was exactly that. The captain took us to see dolphins and manatees across the intercostal waters. My husband even took a try at lifting the sails.”
Paddle kayak or board on Merritt Island to search for dolphins and manatees, with wildlife facts and Cocoa Beach history.
“Awesome experience. Took the early trip and avoided the heat. Great team and saw a bunch of manatees & dolphins. Definitely worth the paddling!”
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