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Orlando’s best days out.
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“Rich and Pat were very entertaining. It was a cold morning on the water and there were only 4 passengers, but they still gave top-notch service! We were able to see 2 small groups of dolphins.”
Kayak Cocoa Beach’s Thousand Islands mangrove tunnels with a small guide, spotting manatees and dolphins. Gear and photos included.
“James was a great guide. He gave clear directions, was very personable, and provided with a lot of knowledge both the area. We saw manatees and dolphins. It was a beautiful day on the water and I would recommend for all.”
Kayak Cocoa Beach mangrove tunnels for manatees and dolphins. Small groups, guided paddle, single or tandem kayaks, about 2 hours.
“My wife and I had a nice paddling adventure with an experienced and knowledgeable guide. Enjoyed the wildlife and scenery on the open water.”
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.
“We had a wonderful time with our tour guide Brian! It was very fun, peaceful, and beautiful to kayak around surrounded by nature, the flora and fauna.”
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.
“Awesome loved the manatees!! Had a wonderful time kayaking saw turtles and alligators! The guide was great very informative!”
Paddle through Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge in search of manatees and dolphins, plus lots of Florida wildlife, in a guided 2-hour tour.
“We went on our journey with David and he was a great guide! We got to see all sorts of creatures, even a surprise seahorse was floating around. David was super knowledgeable on all of the creatures we saw, and the views were just stunning!”
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.
“Christina was a great guide. Patient, accommodating, a good photographer too! We had good time. Spotted birds and dolphin. Mangrove tunnel was fun too.”
Kayak or SUP Cocoa Beach for 2 hours, spotting manatees and dolphins in the Banana River, with wildlife lessons and lifejackets included.
“Jack was a great guide! We saw dolphins, manatees, lots of birds, and some unique plants. Jack was full of information and history!”
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.
“We had a fantastic time on the Dolphin Adventure Sail! Our guide, Brian, was incredible—he was so patient and great with our kid, and he definitely knew exactly where to find the dolphins. It was a wonderful experience and absolutely worth the trip. Highly recommended!”
Paddle kayak or board on Merritt Island to search for dolphins and manatees, with wildlife facts and Cocoa Beach history.
“It was relaxing and fun and we saw dolphin and manatee so that made it all worthwhile! Our guides were great too!”
From the springs to the Space Coast, and every way to spend the day.
