Overview
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2 hours
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If you've ever wanted to witness the wonder of manatees in their natural habitat, our Manatee Discovery Tour is the perfect choice for you. What sets our activity apart is the opportunity to embark on a kayaking journey specifically designed to encounter these magnificent creatures. Led by our experienced naturalists, our small group guided tours last for 2 hours and take place in the Anna Maria Island/Bradenton area, where manatees are commonly spotted. As you explore the serene waters, keep your eyes peeled for not only manatees, but also dolphins, ospreys, and other local wildlife that may make an appearance. It's an extraordinary experience, so come join us and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travelers should bring their own water and snacks
What To Expect
If you've ever dreamed of spotting a manatee in its natural habitat, you're in luck! Our Manatee Discovery Tour offers a unique kayaking experience that allows you to witness these majestic creatures up close. Led by our experienced naturalists, these small group guided eco-tours last for 2 hours and take place in the beautiful Anna Maria Island/Bradenton area, where manatees are frequently seen. As you paddle along, keep an eye out for dolphins, ospreys, and other fascinating local wildlife that may cross your path. It's an adventure you won't want to miss! Please note that we use tandem kayaks. If there is a solo customer or odd numbered group we will set up one single kayak to accommodate. We use tandem kayaks to reduce our footprint in the manatees environment making sure we do our best to not disturb them. Please call with any questions or requests.
Options
Manatee Discovery Anna Maria Island
What‘s Included
Paddles
Life jackets
Kayaks
Dry bags
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
522 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Experience.
tylernU9600OY,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great Family Fun. My 5 and 7 year old had so much fun Kayaking and swimming at the island tour. We also got to see so many manatees during our tour and got lots of pictures. The tour guides were friendly, funny, and professional. All in all it was a great family fun event during our vacation.
Amazing Manatee Trip
Scenic26578373262,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family and I had an amazing time on the manatee excursion! It was such a fun and memorable experience getting to see these incredible animals up close in their natural habitat. One of the coolest parts of the trip was actually getting to witness manatees mating, which was something we definitely weren’t expecting to see and made the experience even more unique. A huge thank you to our tour guides, Andrew and Jack, who were absolutely fantastic. They were knowledgeable, friendly, and made sure everyone had a great time while also teaching us so much about the manatees and the surrounding environment. Their enthusiasm and expertise really made the tour special. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend this excursion to anyone looking for a fun and unforgettable adventure!
Fun kayak tour
Gbish7,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The kayak tour was fun. A little sad as we only saw one manatee in water off the beach.
Amazing day!
Danielle K,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved this day! We saw manatees and got to hold sand dollars! Andrew was the best! Two thumbs up!
Family Fun
Donna C,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andrew and two other young men, (one from VA and another that grew up on Anna Maria Island, sorry I forgot names) but very nice and put on a fun experience for my family of six.
Fun Family Adventure
B9268RLdanielm,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun time, saw a manatee. Guides kept the group involved.
Manatees!!!!
V5346WGkatem,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome experience! Family of 4 (2 of which are 13yrs). Andrew, Kai, and Blaze were amazing tour guides! Saw multiple manatees, dolphins, and other sea life. Cooled off on a sand bar. Highly recommend for all ages!
Highly recommend
mollymckenney01,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a group of 6 people, ages 16-75 for the manatee kayak tour. We had a great time. Beautiful scenery and we did see a manatee at beer can island. Andrew and Blaise were very helpful and knowledgeable about the area. It was a very windy day so the paddling was tough at times but they made sure the groups stayed together. I would highly recommend this tour. This was our second year going on this tour.
Great manatee adventure
Elizabeth K,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very knowledgeable and lots of fun 👍 saw lots of manatees and crabs ..laughter all about.. kudos to Jack and Collin 👍👍👍
Recommend this manatee tour!
KLyon08,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guides Caulin and Jack were phenomenal. They made sure we had an enjoyable experience and we were able to see multiple manatees. Definitely would recommend
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