Daytona Beach Dolphin & Manatee Tour – Paddleboard or Kayak
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Embark on a 2-hour exploration of Daytona Beach to catch sight of dolphins and manatees. An adventure you'll be sure to remember, navigate the waterways with your guide from the unique vantage point of a standup paddleboard. Tours are easy-paced and family friendly, for all skill levels and ages. (This activity is not recommended for children under 2, however). Each tour will start with a short lesson showing you all the key points and giving you a chance to practice on your paddleboard and get comfortable. Tour is limited to a maximum of 30 participants.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Not recommended for child aged 2 and under
It is recommended you wear comfortable attire that you don't mind getting a little wet. Water shoes are also recommend, but most people do go barefoot
What To Expect
Explore Daytona Beach’s calm coastal waterways on this guided stand-up paddleboard wildlife adventure, rated among the top 10% of things to do worldwide by TripAdvisor and featured on nationally televised programs. Family-owned and operating for over 17 years, this small-group eco-tour begins with a quick, beginner-friendly lesson before heading onto the water. Stable paddleboards make learning easy, and kayaks are available for guests who prefer to sit while enjoying the same experience. As you paddle through scenic estuaries just minutes from the beach, keep watch for bottlenose dolphins, manatees, frequently spotted sea turtles, and a wide variety of coastal birds. Lucky guests may even glimpse bald eagles soaring overhead. Your expert guide shares fascinating insights about local wildlife and conservation while helping position the group for safe, respectful viewing and incredible photo opportunities. This unforgettable outdoor experience blends adventure, relaxation, and authentic Florida wildlife encounters — perfect for Spring Break, family vacations, and nature lovers alike.
Options
Dolphin & Manatee Tour
What‘s Included
Local guide
Gratuities
Transportation Pick Up
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
2,485 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great time on the paddle tour!
C2850DVjulial,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Spence was super helpful and supportive for our first time here! He guided us along while also giving us educational facts, recommendations around the area, giving tips on how to feel comfortable with using the paddle, we surely can say we had a good time on the paddle tour!
Amazing tour
hollim351,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience! Justin was awesome.
Paddle
Trail35198350212,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was fun smooth ride thank you Justin
Great plan in daytona
612felicitasd,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you for the whole adventure! Our guide, Noah, was incredibly friendly and explained everything clearly, making the instructions easy to follow. The staff at the store were also very welcoming and helpful, answering all of our questions both before and after the trip. The entire experience was fantastic! We learned how to stand up on a paddleboard, and it was totally worth it. Even though we didn’t get to see any dolphins or manatees this time, which we understand can happen occasionally, we honestly didn’t mind because paddleboarding itself was so much fun and kept us entertained the whole time. We would definitely come back and highly recommend this experience to anyone!
Do this it’s easy and fun!
123Family321123,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super easy to get to location to meet up. Next door The Porch is the place to get some healthy drinks and food before or after. We had Justin as our guide who was easy going, fun and on top of safety and looking out for wildlife. We saw a manatee and a cub and had a great experience!
It was amazing
lillianw474,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing! Justin showed us different birds and water animals
Hashim paddleboard
179hashima,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved it! Tour was fantastic saw a manatee
Fun tour
H7467KVmaggiem,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Justin was a great guide. This was my first time being able to stand on a board. It was his instructions that made the difference.
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Paradise65279468489,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Justin was an absolutely GREAT tour guide. he let us figure it out for ourselves instead of forcing us to do it his way. I would 100% Recommend not only the tour, but Justin as a Guide
10/10
454maddiep,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was amazing. I had a great time and Justin helped us all along the way he was pointing out stuff and told us a whole bunch of stuff about the clames
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