Manatee Snorkel Tour: Safe and Professional Experience

Join our Semi Private Manatee Swim Tour led by certified professionals. Experience safe, guided snorkeling with manatees. Book your unforgettable adventure today!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 525 NW 7th Ave - Join the adventure of exploring the Kings Bay National Wildlife Refuge, where you can swim alongside the gentle giants. During this journey, the Captain and In-Water Guide will provide all the necessary information for interacting with these gentle creatures. Participants will learn fascinating manatee facts and behavioral…
What's Included
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Tea and coffee
  • Smaller Boat with Heat
  • 5 MM Henderson Wetsuit
Additional Information

As the leaders in the industry we feel it is our duty to have all our tours conducted by professionals. Our Manatee snorkel tours are guided by USCG Captain as well as a licensed and insured dive professional. Our in water professionals are trained as first responders, with First aid, CPR, AED administration and in-water rescue training. Captain and…

Location
525 NW 7th Ave
Northwest 7th Avenue
You will find us on the water at Paddletail Waterfront Lodge in a 2 story white building
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Tammyk1054
Jan 19, 2026
Great encounter with Gatorman - Totally enjoyed my time with Glen a.k.a Gatorman. He captained our boat made a killer hot mocha and regained us with very interesting stories. He’s good people!
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Travelingforlove2018
Jan 18, 2026
I learned so much!!!!! - So Captain Glenn is funny, super smart, amazingly informative, and his love for animals in absolutely incredible. I enjoyed listening to his every word! He told us some history, facts, and made us laugh. The experience was so fun, I learned so much and enjoyed every moment! Do yourself a favor and get on a boat with Captain Glenn Wilsey. You won't regret it.
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Jon
Jan 12, 2026
Amazing Experience - Paddletail and our guides Ross and Aaron were amazing. On a cold Florida day they kept us warm and guided our small group to the perfect spot to see manatees and we were lucky enough to have a few swim directly under us. I would highly recommend!
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J8257dblukea
Jan 11, 2026
Amazing once in a lifetime experience - I loved the whole thing, it was so much better than expected. We saw just one manatee because it was very hot, but just seeing the one was amazing. The water was really warm and clear, despite that we got complimentary hot chocolate or coffee on the boat when we got out. Our guide, Reggie, was lovely, she was very funny and made sure we were always safe while getting some great videos of the manatee.
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Michaeltw7585jy
Jan 2, 2026
A First-Class Manatee Experience! - Our 3-hour semi-private swim with Capt. Glenn and John S. was incredible. They were extremely knowledgeable and emphasized a respectful, hands-off approach with the manatees, which we loved. John was great with the kids and made sure all guests on the boat had a good time. We saw plenty of manatees and felt completely safe. The on-boat refreshments(ere a nice touch (Hot Chocolate and Coffee), and the hot showers on the boat (!!!) were a total lifesaver for warming up! Professional, ethical, and highly recommend the semi private or a more personal experience.
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Rosalie_m
Dec 31, 2025
Best tour! - Michele and Steve were so great and knew so much about the manatees and area. We had such a great time with them!!!
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E7735zaterrih
Dec 30, 2025
Best Christmas present for my family I have ever purchased - This was hands-down the best family experience we’ve had. We booked the semi-private tour for our family of four, which allowed for fantastic interaction with the captain and guide. Mark and Danni were an exceptional team and truly elevated the entire experience—so much so that even our 13-year-old commented on how great they were. We saw an incredible number of manatees, and Danni did an outstanding job capturing the experience through photos and videos. The photo package was absolutely worth it. We will definitely be returning to Paddletail Waterfront Adventures.
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R8039gealexandrac
Dec 29, 2025
Don’t Look Anywhere Else - Book Now - Captain John, Teammate, & All Staff Were Phenomenal. Professional. Friendly. Clean Facility. Comfort Canvased Boats. Seamless Process. No Bus, No Shuttle. Parking Available. Restaurants In Walking Distance. Paddletail Waterfront Adventures; Swimming with the Manatee 👀 Worth Every Penny.
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Briana
Dec 27, 2025
Magical, fun, exciting! - Michele and Steve were wonderful guides! My 8 y/o son and I did the manatee semi private tour and LOVED it! While it was not 90°, it was enjoyable and we would both do it again! We were able to see several manatees and had an excellent experience, friendly for everyone. :-)
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E5210pxmiker
Dec 27, 2025
Sunset boat ride - Nice time, not sure why i need 100 characters, but the main point is that it was a nice time. Apparently I needed more characters so sorry if it seems like I’m droning on
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From $89
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).