Manatee Discovery Anna Maria Island
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
What‘s Included
Paddles
Life jackets
Kayaks
Dry bags
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Manatee Discovery Anna Maria Island
Reviews
358 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
GREAT Experience!
Clarson99,,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So this is an overall endorsement of the honest business practices of this operator. I had booked the Manatee Discovery excursion in February, but the owner contacted me a day or two later to let me know that since the water was too cold, the manatees wouldn't be present. He further told me about a place we could go to view them for FREE, and gave a prompt and full refund! This kind of principled leadership is sadly hard to come by these days. I appreciate it so much.
Great guide
John S,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun and informative. Great way to spend an afternoon, get some exercise and enjoy the sunshine. *****
Where are you manatees
Roam67751130247,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Nice time, entertaining guide.
Kayak excursion
williambJ7763GU,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was a 2 hour kayak tour with a great guide (Kinsey). He was very knowledgeable and entertaining. The water was too cool for manatees but we saw plenty of dolphins and other wildlife. Highly recommended. Great way to spend a couple hours.
Kayaking from South Coquina
Steven M,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great tour. Well coordinated and planned out. Kinsey is very knowledgeable and shares his experience in a clear and entertaining way!
Great guide & trip!
143sherim,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ben was fantastic. Patient, knowledgeable and kind. Highly recommend!
10/10 Tour! Had a blast with our guide Kinsey!!
26aimeey,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kinsey is a great guide! He is a local with a ton of knowledge about this area, culture, hostory and it's wildlife! He provided dry bags and offered us bottled water before and and after the tour. Our group was 4 couples in our 50s and 60s. We had a blast! This kayak tour was fun and educational! We didn't see any manatees because the temperature was cooler but we did see some dolphins and learned about them, sand dollars, some creature that lives in a shell (can't remember the name) and Beercan Island! We were late because I typed in the address wrong. He was very kind and patient and waited for us. Told us no problem, just get there safe! FYI, make sure you type in the exact address or you might end up North instead of South! Highly recommend this tour with this company! 10/10
Just Book this Experience!
Jean K,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience, got to see many dolphins, birds and wildlife! Kinsey was an excellent guide with lots of enthusiasm for what he does. Although I kayak regularly, I appreciate his attention to water safety and imparting of knowledge on currents and riptides. I highly recommend this tour company!
Great time even without wildlife
31erikak,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time from start to finish. Communication was excellent and they let us know ahead of time that we were unlikely to see any manatees with the cold weather. We decided to go out any way and loved kayaking around with our guide, Ben.
Great day to kayak
Sightseer808799,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a beautiful day to go kayaking off Coquina Beach. Our guide, Ben, was very patient and helpful. He also found lots of different shell in the shallows. A bummer that we didn't see and Manatees but the water this time of year is colder . Loved the stop at the beach with the Missing Person driftwood trees. All in all a great day on the water!
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