Manatee Discovery Tour: Kayaking Adventure

Join our 1.5-hour guided kayak tour in Anna Maria Island to encounter manatees, dolphins, and ospreys. Discover wildlife with expert naturalists. Book your adventure today.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Coquina North Boat Ramp - For those who have always wanted to see a manatee in its natural environment, this is the perfect opportunity! The Manatee Discovery Tour provides a special kayaking adventure where participants can observe these magnificent animals up close. Guided by knowledgeable naturalists, these intimate eco-tours last for 2 hours…
What's Included
  • Kayaks
  • Paddles
  • Life jackets
  • Dry bags
Additional Information

For those eager to observe manatees in their natural environment, the Manatee Discovery Tour is an ideal option. This unique experience offers a kayaking adventure specifically crafted to encounter these majestic animals. Guided by knowledgeable naturalists, the small group tours last for two hours and are conducted in the Anna Maria Island/Bradenton…

Location
1507 Gulf Dr S
Gulf Drive South
This tour is out of the Captain Scott Moore Boat Ramp at 1507 Gulf Dr S Bradenton Beach, FL 34217. There is additional parking across the street in the Coquina Beach NORTH Entrance.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Clarson99
Feb 18, 2026
GREAT Experience! - So 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.
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John_s
Feb 14, 2026
Great guide - Fun and informative. Great way to spend an afternoon, get some exercise and enjoy the sunshine. *****
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Williambj7763gu
Feb 13, 2026
Kayak excursion - Was 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.
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Steven_m
Feb 11, 2026
Kayaking from South Coquina - It was a great tour. Well coordinated and planned out. Kinsey is very knowledgeable and shares his experience in a clear and entertaining way!
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143sherim
Feb 9, 2026
Great guide & trip! - Ben was fantastic. Patient, knowledgeable and kind. Highly recommend!
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26aimeey
Feb 6, 2026
10/10 Tour! Had a blast with our guide Kinsey!! - Kinsey 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
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Jean_k
Feb 5, 2026
Just Book this Experience! - Great 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!
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31erikak
Jan 31, 2026
Great time even without wildlife - We 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.
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Nomad8755
Feb 26, 2026
Kayak Manatee tour - Kinsey was a great tour guide, but unfortunately did not see any Manatees Saw a few dolphins and some nest shells It was a beautiful day and enjoyed being in water.
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Roam67751130247
Feb 13, 2026
Where are you manatees - Nice time, entertaining guide.
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From $55
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).