Daytona Beach Dolphin & Manatee Tour – Paddleboard or Kayak
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Local guide
- Gratuities
- Transportation Pick Up
Meeting Location
212 S Beach St #
Daytona Beach, FL 32114, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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 [BRAND] 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.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Daytona Beach Dolphin & Manatee Tour – Paddleboard or Kayak?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-39750P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Local guide.
- Gratuities.
- Transportation Pick Up.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Daytona Beach Dolphin & Manatee Tour – Paddleboard or Kayak is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Daytona Beach Dolphin & Manatee Tour – Paddleboard or Kayak will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Local guide
- Gratuities
- Transportation Pick Up
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
