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New Smyrna Dolphin and Manatee Kayak and SUP Adventure Tour

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New Smyrna Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour

2 hours
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Offered in: English

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Overview

The land-living locals aren’t the only mammals playing in the waves of New Smyrna Beach. Skip the surf for a day and instead watch dolphins frolic in the blue waterways during this kayaking tour. Paddle through the mangroves and to stunning islands to get up close and personal to Florida’s diverse wildlife. Learn about the ecology of this oceanside paradise from your guide while also hearing stories about New Smyrna’s interesting history.

See manatees, conchs, sea turtles, pelicans, and more
Try to spot the West Indian Manatee, rarely seen around the world
Great for first-timers, all gear is included on the tour
Go beyond the beach and see interior waterways and islands

What's Included

Kayaks
Paddles
life vests

Gratuity

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Divito Park
2-198 Divito Dr, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168, USA
Once you enter Divito Park, park in public parking where your tourguide will be setup and waiting for you.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Featured review

Deboria_P

So relaxing and informative. Two best parts of the trip were the dolphins surfacing next to the Kayaks and the big pelicans we paddled up them peached in the mangroves. We got so close to them and a great photo op. Thanks Michael, great job!

Reviews

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Great experience!

Morgan_R, May 2024

We had a great time with Michael. He was extremely knowledgeable and led on an enjoyable Kayak ride.

Great tour! Mike was an...

Pamela_M, Apr 2024

Great tour! Mike was an awesome guide and very sociable with the group. We're hoping to go back again tomorrow! We loved it!

Relaxing and enjoying

Kristyn_T, Apr 2024

We had a great time. Relaxing and interesting. Our guide did a wonderful job, he had a lot of information and answered all of our questions. We would go again.

Would recommend. Beginner level!

Paige_L, Apr 2024

We had a great time on our tour! My mom and I had an easy trip even in the wind. The instructor was great and our group was a small size. We didn’t see any manatees or dolphins but that’s nature! We saw birds and beautiful sights though.

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Deboria_P, Mar 2024

Great trip! Michael was an excellent and knowledgeable guide. Highly recommend!

Danarae_M, Feb 2024

Michael was excellent! He had tons of information and a great personality! We had a wonderful time and highly recommend this activity. We were a small group, with just 4 kayaks and it was super! Thanks so much!

Do it!

Margaret_H, Jan 2024

Very fun trip among the mangroves. The highlight was seeing dolphins which came within 20 feet of us. We also saw several eagles, as well as many other birds. I'm not young or particularly fit but I was able to handle the kayak on my own.

A day with nature.

Renee_K, Jan 2024

Great experience, the guide was knowledgeable and personable. Dolphin siting was a plus. Super enjoyable trip. Highly recommend.

Michael, our guide, was...

Kevin_G, Jan 2024

Michael, our guide, was great! Didn't see dolphins or mantees this trip but will definitely return again

Great day on the water.

Rob_W, Dec 2023

This was a great experience and a chance to see Florida wildlife close up and personal. Michael is a very friendly and knowledgeable guide and brings the whole experience to life. Highly recommended this experience.

Relaxing and informative

Ruth_H, Sep 2023

Our guide Michael was very informative. He was accommodating the weather when we were first to go was not welcoming so he met up with us and rescheduled for the next day. Beautiful scenery nice mostly calm water. Sadly no dolphins or manatees but was still a very nice time. Thank you Michael 😊

Super fun and relaxing

Stephanie_B, Sep 2023

Our guide was amazing! He was very personable and gave us alot interesting facts. He took extra time and taught my girls how to paddle board. We came at the wrong time of year to see any dolphins or manatees but we saw some bald eagles, fish, and many other birds!

You need to do this.

Wendy_D, Aug 2023

Spencer was an awesome tour guide!! We used a kayak, but may try the paddle board next time! We didn’t see any dolphins or manatees, maybe next time.

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Thanks for coming out on the tour with us! We're so happy that Spence was able to show you a great time while out on the water! We hope to see you again sometime

Morning Paddle

Twanda_M, Aug 2023

What a great day to be out on the water looking for wildlife! Michael provided a laid back, informative atmosphere. Place was easy to find, near Daytona beach. I’m sure I’ll be back.

Response from Host, Aug 2023

We are so glad that you had such a great time on the water with Mike and that he was able to make your experience memorable! If you are thinking about coming on another tour with us, we have locations in Daytona and Saint Augustine as well!

Great kayaking experience/adventure!

Michael_B, Jul 2023

Michael was a great guide and shared his knowledge of the park and area! Would do it again when we come back. Michael made the experience fun and engaging. Recommend this tour for anyone thinking about kayaking or paddle boarding. Definitely worth the price!

Response from Host, Jul 2023

We are so happy that you enjoyed your tour with Michael! We also have a location in Daytona Beach that you might consider checking out the next time you are in town if you would like to do the tour again!

Michael was an amazing...

Ellen_G, Jun 2023

Michael was an amazing guide, filled with wonderful information. Great two hours spent! We were with our 15 year old grandson from California. It was a blast!

Response from Host, Jul 2023

It is awesome to hear that all of you had such a nice experience during your tour! We are glad that Michael was able to make it so memorable!

Great and relaxing!

Samantha_C, Jun 2023

Our tour guide, Joey, was very patient with us. It was our second time on paddleboards so we were very wobbly on our boards but he gave us great tips on how to be more comfortable and safe on the boards. The atmosphere was very calm in general. We did have very strong winds and a strong current so it was more of a workout than we expected but that made things a lot more challenging and interesting. Unfortunately, the tide was too low for manatees and dolphins to be in so we didn't get a chance to experience them, but Joey pointed out some other wildlife that we hadn't seen before. We're Floridians so it was very cool to see the difference in wildlife that we see on a daily basis and have Joey point out the differences between each species.

Excellent Kayaking Experience

Karen_B, Jun 2023

My husband, twin daughters, and I had the most fun on this kayaking experience. My twins are still talking about how we should get kayaks now! Michael was our guide and he showed us all the wildlife we encountered and about the surrounding environment. He even showed my family how to paddleboard and we had a blast learning that! We did not see any dolphins or manatees, but we did not mind since we had so much fun just kayaking around and enjoying the beautiful, sunny day and learning about the New Smyrna Beach area.

Very enjoyable kayak trip

demmom4, May 2023

Michael is an excellent guide. Ver y knowledgeable of the wildlife and the source creek area. We had an amazing, peaceful morning. Highly recommend.

Great experience!

Katelyn_K, Jan 2023

We had such a great time on this kayak trip. Michael was a great guide and took some nice pictures of us. Highly recommend it to anyone.