Manatee Sightseeing and Wildlife Boat Tour

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Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

See manatees, alligators, bull sharks, birds and more on an Everglades boat tour! Polarized sunglasses and camera lenses provided for viewing and photos. No waves or fast speeds and on a covered, 6 passenger boat. Multiple boats for large groups. The only company that sees manatees almost every day of the year! Over 1,000 repeat customers annually.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Dress code is casual

A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Parties of 7 or more will be split up between 2 boats that are kept close together-20% gratuity will be collected for parties of 7 or more

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Local guide

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Polarized sunglasses and polarized phone camera lenses

Free parking across the street from firehouse.

Gratuities

Food and drinks

Reschedule and late arrival fees

20% Gratuity will be collected by the company directly for parties of 7 or more

What To Expect

1

Port of the Islands Marina

The 90 minute covered boat Tour departs from Port of the Islands Marina every 45 minutes daily 365 days per year.

1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Not Applicable
2

Manatee Sightseeing & Wildlife Adventures

Experienced nature loving Coast Guard licensed captains to narrate the tour in a manner that resonates with children/adults of all ages. Manatees in the wild may be in the harbor area, the residential bays, or in the exciting mangrove forest. Manatees come to the boat over 90% of the time. Patrons enjoy matching birds in the trees to the provided Everglades bird Card. There is a max of 6 passengers per boat. Family groups of 7-42 will use multiple boats staying close.

1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Included

Options

Manatee Sightseeing Eco-Tour

Reviews

4.70

2,511 reviews

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  • The Great Captain Dallas

    NATALIE R,

    Jun 29, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Captain Dallas was excellent. We were lucky enough to get to see dolphins, manatees, gators, and sharks. It was so exciting my grandson “pooped his pants”. Highly recommend this adventure.

  • Awesome Manatees Sightings!

    Sarah W,

    Jun 24, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    This was an awesome experience!! Captain Alan was so great and knowledgeable about everything Everglades. We learned so much while also seeing so many manatees!!

  • Awesome outing

    Melissa L,

    Jun 22, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Not only do you see manatees, you see other wildlife and learn of the landscape. Captain John was very knowledgeable, informative and a pleasure to have lead the vessel.

  • So much fun

    Kristin C,

    May 18, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Very relaxing and peaceful ride through the canals and river in search of manatees. We also saw an alligator and several bull sharks.

  • Sister adventure

    Taryn B,

    May 7, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Dallas was our guide and so wonderful! extremely knowledgeable about the area and wildlife. I have done 3 other manatee tours and had not actually seen one until this tour thanks to Dallas's patience and guidance. Highly recommend!

From USD 69.99

4.70
2,511 reviews