Manatee Sightseeing and Wildlife Boat Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Spot manatees in their natural habitat
- Learn about local ecosystems from expert guides
- Enjoy a comfortable boat ride with shaded seating
- Capture memorable photos of wildlife encounters
- Experience the serene waters of the Everglades
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided boat tour led by experienced naturalists
- Opportunities to observe manatees and other local wildlife
- Use of binoculars and safety equipment
- Food and beverages (available for purchase)
Itinerary
The 90 minute covered boat Tour departs from Port of the Islands Marina every 45 minutes daily 365 days per year.
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.
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Tours operate rain or shine; cancellations are rare
- Children under 3 can join for free if seated on a parent's lap
- Pets are not permitted on the tour
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and bring sunscreen
- Arrive at the departure point 15 minutes early
- Parking is available on-site
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- 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
Traveler reviews
Manatee and Alligator Boat Excursion
We enjoyed the fact it this tour was for small groups, and actually ended up just being the three of us! Great calm ride, and Dallas was very knowledgeable about the Manatee’s, wildlife and area in general. We did see several Manatees, and even a Mom with her calf! Also spotted one alligator! Definitely recommend this excursion!
Manatee Tour
Becky was our tour guide and she was excellent. We saw manatees, an alligator, sharks and all kinds of birds. She explained everything clearly & we learned a lot. My family really enjoyed our time on this excursion.
Amazing Wildlife Tour – Manatees, Alligators & a Relaxing Cruise!
We had an amazing time on the manatee sightseeing and wildlife boat tour! One of the best parts was that there weren’t many people on the boat, which made the whole experience feel much more personal and exclusive. We were able to see both alligators and manatees up close, which was incredible. The time spent cruising through the canals was also very relaxing and enjoyable. Overall, it was a great experience from start to finish, and we would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to enjoy some unique wildlife and a peaceful boat ride.
Tour guide
Dallas was great. Explained everything on the way
A Day to Remember
Our guide (Andy) was wonderful. Andy was experienced in her knowledge of the wildlife in the area. She made our boat tour very memorable. We will be coming back with the rest of our family real soon.