Manatee Discovery Anna Maria Island

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

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 1.5 hours and take place in the AMI/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

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Paddles

Life jackets

Kayaks

Dry bags

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 AMI/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.

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Manatee Discovery Anna Maria Island

Reviews

4.98

316 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

311

Must do
X520VWheidig,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ben was awesome! We had a lot of fun. We saw a ton of dolphins super close to us. We even had the rare chance of seeing them jumping out of the water as if they were showing off tricks to us. Definitely a once in a lifetime experience to see such a thing! We did not see any manatees on this trip but we knew that’s the risk you take on these trips. Ben made sure that we still had a good time. Since we didn’t see manatees, Ben recommended a spot to see them on the island. We went the next day and saw 3 of them. Thanks Ben! We would recommend Ben and this trip to anyone
Great family friendly experience
Neeka48,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We loved our Kayak tour! The tour was amazing, we saw several manatees and followed one around for a little while, (who was named Charlie by our youngest). Kinsey was an exceptional guide, fun, informative and respectful of the animals. This is a great family-friendly experience; it's not too physically taxing and enjoyable for the kids.
Family of 5 kayak tour
brittneyhilfman,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our family of 5 went on a kayak tour with Andrew & Breadstick (Brenson) today. The length of the tour is perfect for all ages. We had great weather, saw manatee and dolphins (even a baby!). Stopping at beer can island was perfect to stretch our legs, get wet, and take some pics. Tour guides were courteous, knowledgeable, & fun. We would book again!
Kayaking Adventure
Cheryl P,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Really fun kayaking adventure with Ben. Can't recommend him highly enough! He made the trip informative, relaxed and fun.
What a great day
linneaj296,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was such a good tour!!! I felt safe and in good hands, and Kinsey made sure we got to see many beautiful animals and things. Kinsey also had a good balance of being funny and educational which I liked. A really good tour that me and my family really enjoyed!
Awesome tour, awesome guide
Explorer17028928088,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had a great time with our tour guide Kinsey! He was thoughtful, knowledgeable and funny, and made our experience in the kayaks very enjoyable. We also got to see other wildlife like crabs and dolphins which was a plus. Really recommend this tour and tour guide!
Amazing manatee tour
F9143VGerikl,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Kinsey was hands down the best tour guide I’be ever had. He was fun, charismatic, and knowledgable. The tour itself was amazing with great scenery and amazing wildlife. Kinsey knew all the good spots for spotting manatees, dolphins and other wildlife. The service was amazing throughout and we were well taken care of.
Worth it
F3700RZstephaniem,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ben was so knowledgeable and definitely loves what he does. It wasn’t beautiful weather but it was an excellent experience for my daughters and i
Highly recommend!
Lori W,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Ben was awesome, great views and a wonderful experience. Ben was very knowledgeable and really made the trip. My favorite part was visiting the memory tree. Highly recommend!
What a great day!
kzick2018,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My husband and I went on the Manatee kayak trip on a recent stay in Anna Maria. Our guide Ben was great. His knowledge of the wildlife and area was impressive. We saw tons of dolphins and explored the sand bar as well as Beer Can Beach. We did not see any Manatees so Ben offered to meet us at a spot he thought the might be and we saw five up close!! Amazing!! Florida Blue Adventures was great from booking the trip to the knowledge and love of nature this company obviously shares with their guests. I would highly recommend taking this adventure! Ask for Ben as a guide and you will have an amazing experience!