Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

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Our tour takes place in a conservation area for manatee and dolphin so there is a great chance of spotting these wild animals. Our trips will be relaxing and educational, for each tour is lead by biologists/naturalists for the state of Florida. You can get hands on with some of the creatures we find. Your guide will identify and educate you on how to respectfully and safely handle these animals. Our kayaks are very stable and safe. Before getting on the water, our guides will give a good paddle demonstration and safety briefing.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Bottled water

Kayaks, paddles, life jackets, dry bags, sunscreen, and bug spray

What To Expect

Enjoy a two hour ecologically guided kayak tour through the Thousand Island Conservation area in the Banana River Lagoon. Go through magnificent mangrove tunnels. Search for manatee, dolphins, birds, crabs, and much more! The lagoon system is one of the most biodiverse water systems in the United States so there is much to see. This is not a strenuous kayak trip so it is great for family's of all ages.

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Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour

Reviews

4.95

77 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

So much fun!
Jacqueline P,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was so fun. Cam was the best. My son got a bit frustrated and he really helped him out. The tunnels through the mangroves was the best!! Definitely recommend!
We didn’t see manatees,...
Corina S,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We didn’t see manatees, but we did see a few dolphins that swam close to our group. Our tour guide was great. Very informative and had his funny moments. It was our first time using kayaks, and we found it very enjoyable. This is one thing we will definitely be doing again.
Dolphin Sighting
U3320LOpamelas,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a great experience with our tour guide Erin. We saw several different species of birds and did see a dolphin which swam right by us. No manetees but seeing the dolphin made it worth the trip!
Aerin provides a great tour - we saw dolphins and many birds - plus a unique paddle through mangrove tunnels!
pcfuller,
Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Aerin was a fantastic guide - exploring was great fun and she contextualized what we saw and experienced… fun, eye opening, and educational at once. Also provided some gear like bug spray that was very useful. She’s funny too! Highly recommend!
Banana river kayak tour
Go24495582140,
Aug 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Cameron was an excellent guide and very knowledgeable of the area, we learnt some inter sting facts about the wildlife, it was hot but a great experience!
We had a great time on...
Olivia S,
Jul 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a great time on our tour with Erin. Our group couldn’t stop talking about how awesome it was, and how knowledgeable she is!! Very professional, but had a comedic touch that was perfect.
We had a blast seeing dolphins and manatees! Our guide Cameron was the best, he had so many cool facts!
Kenzie S,
Jul 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a blast seeing dolphins and manatees! Our guide Cameron was the best, he had so many cool facts, he also told us about many different birds.
Informative Kayak Tour
carriemartin30,
Jun 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
The tour was very informative and well organized. The guide did a great job . We didn’t see much wildlife, but we had a good trip.
Awesomeness!!!
Heather P,
Jun 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great time. Cameron told us a lot of information about the dolphins and the manatee. He was a great tour guide.
Highly recommended
Mandy S,
Jun 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour is recommended for everyone. Small or large. What you get here is top. Our guide Cameron (graduated biologist) could be holed with questions about the flora and fauna. We were even lucky enough to see sea bolds.