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Best Dolphin Kayak Tours — Our Top 15

27 trips  ·  from $43 a head

A kayak puts your eyes a foot above the water and makes no noise at all, so when a pod does come it comes close. These 15 are compared on paddling distance, whether a guide is in the water with you and how sheltered the route is.

Dolphin and Manatee Stand Up Paddleboard Tour in Daytona Beach - Around the island and under seven bridges
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Dolphin and Manatee Stand Up Paddleboard Tour in Daytona Beach

1.Dolphin and Manatee Stand Up Paddleboard Tour in Daytona Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,328 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $65Our pick

Paddle Daytona Beach’s calm bay beneath seven bridges, around an island, past yachts, and through shallow canals where dolphins and manatees may appear. Guides such as Brock, Dallas, Walker, and Spencer teach beginners from scratch. Kayaks are available if a paddleboard feels uncomfortable.

“Spencer our guide shared a ton of information about the natural environment. It was a great trip. It was very doable for us ladies”

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Golfo Aranci: Kayak Tour with Dolphins and Aperitif - Paddling toward Cala Moresca
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Golfo Aranci: Kayak Tour with Dolphins and Aperitif

2.Golfo Aranci: Kayak Tour with Dolphins and Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,731 reviews · 2.5 - 3 hours · from $53

Paddle from Spiaggia dei Baracconi with guides such as Marco, Emmanuel, Maria, or Vincent. Expect a short kayak lesson, dolphin watching near a sea fish farm, snorkeling at Cala Moresca, and Sardinian snacks on Figarolo Island. Routes change with sea and wind conditions.

“I was contacted by the crew the day before warning that the originally scheduled sunset tour will not go ahead due to strong winds, so they suggested an early morning activity. I was happy with the alternative. We only saw one of the male dolphins for a few brief moments, but that didn't take away from the experience. As the very knowledgeable guides (Marco & Francesco) pointed out at the beginning, it's not guaranteed that the dolphins are always around. Kayaking in these beautiful waters, watching the sunrise, enjoying the scrumptious traditional Sardinian pastries with coffee the guys brought along and watching large schools of different types of fish while…”

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Tenerife: Turtle & Dolphin Kayak Tour with Snorkel & Wetsuit - Watching for dolphins, turtles, and rays
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Tenerife: Turtle & Dolphin Kayak Tour with Snorkel & Wetsuit

3.Tenerife: Turtle & Dolphin Kayak Tour with Snorkel & Wetsuit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,411 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $42Best value

Paddle about 6 km from Los Cristianos beneath the Guaza Mountains, stopping to snorkel and look for dolphins, turtles, rays, and fish. No kayaking experience is needed, but you must swim and manage a moderate workout. Guides including Max, Bea, Jessica, and Coco lead groups of up to 16.

“Brilliant experience with Max. Knowledgeable and friendly, allowed plenty of time for paddling and watching the dolphins and snorkelling. Took lots of photos photos and videos and sent them to us the same day”

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Dolphin, Manatee and SeaTurtle SUP Adventure Tour of St Augustine - Kayak or paddleboard: make the right choice
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Dolphin, Manatee and SeaTurtle SUP Adventure Tour of St Augustine

4.Dolphin, Manatee and SeaTurtle SUP Adventure Tour of St Augustine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,219 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65

Spend about two hours kayaking or paddleboarding from 442 Ocean Vista Ave near Anastasia State Park. A guide such as Ryan, Nolan, Spence, or Joseph leads you along calm coastal water, points out birds and marine life, and returns you to the launch point. Wildlife sightings depend on weather and season.

“Nolan was amazing wonderful tour guide. Highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting St. Augustine! I’m a repeat customer and will definitely come do this again.”

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Thousand Island Mangrove Tunnel, Manatee & Dolphin Kayak Tour w/Cocoa Kayaking - Mangrove tunnels, manatees, dolphins, and birds
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Thousand Island Mangrove Tunnel, Manatee & Dolphin Kayak Tour w/Cocoa Kayaking

5.Thousand Island Mangrove Tunnel, Manatee & Dolphin Kayak Tour w/Cocoa Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 923 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69

Spend about 2.5 hours kayaking Cocoa Beach’s Thousand Islands with guides such as James, Ian, or Susie. Paddle open water and narrow mangrove tunnels while watching for manatees, dolphins, tarpon, stingrays, crabs, and birds. Kayaks, paddles, life jackets, and guide-taken photos are included.

“We had a great time on this tour! We got to see several manatees right up next to our kayaks, the mangrove tunnels were a cool experience & our guide, Jeff, was great. Very knowledgeable, patient & funny. Highly recommend this tour!”

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Adelaide: Dolphin Sanctuary Eco Kayaking Tour - Starting at Angas Inlet Boat Club
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Adelaide: Dolphin Sanctuary Eco Kayaking Tour

6.Adelaide: Dolphin Sanctuary Eco Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 560 reviews · 3 hours · from $55

Join a marine biologist guide such as Alex, Paddy, Mark, or Kendall for a three-hour paddle through Adelaide’s Dolphin Sanctuary. You’ll learn basic kayaking, explore 10,000-year-old mangroves, look for dolphins and birds, and may reach old shipwrecks. No kayaking experience is required.

“We had an amazing kayaking experience. It is a wonderfull place full of birds and other animals. We also did see dolphins. Paddy was our fantastic guide who made the experience even better. I would highly recommend this trip!”

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Kayak tour with aperitif and dolphins - Cala Moresca brings clear water and easy wildlife watching
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Kayak tour with aperitif and dolphins

7.Kayak tour with aperitif and dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 471 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $54

Paddle from Baracconi Beach with guides including Maria, Emmanuel, Marco, and Francesco, depending on the departure. You’ll learn kayak basics, snorkel in Cala Moresca, stop for Sardinian snacks and drinks, and look for bottlenose dolphins near Figarolo Island.

“It was a perfect tour and we can totally recommend the trip. We even had luck and spotted dolphins after we had some aperitif. We booked the afternoon tour, which was a great choice as seeing the sun go down while we're in the Kayak :) The guides were really helpful, nice and funny. So all in all a wonderful experience!”

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Sunset Dolphin Kayak Tours - A two-hour route along the Chesapeake Bay
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Sunset Dolphin Kayak Tours

8.Sunset Dolphin Kayak Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 462 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $68

Launch from First Landing State Park with guides such as Matt, Tommy, or Sawyer for a two-hour sit-on-top kayak trip along the Chesapeake Bay. Look for dolphins, seabirds, Cape Henry Lighthouses, and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel as evening light settles over the water.

“They cancelled the tour due to high waves. That's not a problem, but informing us about the cancellation beforehand by phone or email would have been nice, so we didn't have to waste our time and money to get out there”

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New Smyrna Dolphin and Manatee Kayak and SUP Adventure Tour - Mangroves, bridges, and the question of scenery
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New Smyrna Dolphin and Manatee Kayak and SUP Adventure Tour

9.New Smyrna Dolphin and Manatee Kayak and SUP Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 457 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65

Meet your guide at DiVito Park for a two-hour kayak or SUP trip through New Smyrna’s waterways. Michael, Spencer, Fletcher, and other guides lead beginners toward likely wildlife areas, share local stories, and may photograph the outing. Sightings vary with tides, weather, and luck.

“Spence was a wonderful guide. Very patient with some of us who haven’t kayak before. He knew all the spots to take us to see dolphins. We highly recommend this tour.”

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Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour - Looking for the local dolphin pod
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Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour

10.Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 384 reviews · from $63

Join Cape Byron Kayaks for a 2.5-hour open-ocean paddle from central Byron Bay. You’ll share a stable sit-on-top kayak, follow surf guides toward local dolphins, and may spot turtles or humpback whales from May to November. Tea, coffee, biscuits, safety gear, and a wildlife guarantee are included.

“The moment you arrive the guides are informative helpful and kind. The tour itself was wonderful. The water is so clean and clear you can see easily see any wildlife that’s in your area. We also did a slight ocean wave catching and the guides were very helpful with our inexperienced visitors. All in all for the price one was extremely satisfied. Thank you for the tour. Highly recommend.”

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Epic Kayak With Dolphins & Wildlife - 4WD Beach Adventure Noosa - Guides can shape the day
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Epic Kayak With Dolphins & Wildlife – 4WD Beach Adventure Noosa

11.Epic Kayak With Dolphins & Wildlife – 4WD Beach Adventure Noosa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 366 reviews · from $115

Ride a 4WD along Noosa North Shore and Great Beach Drive to Double Island Point, then sea kayak with guides such as Vince, Tyron, Cam and Nick. Allow six hours for beach scenery, wildlife spotting, swimming and a light snack. Wildlife encounters are possible, not guaranteed.

“The trip was amazing and would definitely recommend. We say dolphins and a whale while kayaking. Vince was also very knowledgeable and friendly”

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Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tour Adelaide - Paddling through Adelaide’s mangrove corridors
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12.Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tour Adelaide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 355 reviews · from $56

Spend about three hours kayaking from Garden Island through Adelaide’s Dolphin Sanctuary. Guides such as Alex, Paddy, Fiona, and Lewis provide safety help and nature commentary while you look for wild dolphins, birds, fish, mangroves, and shipwrecks. No experience is needed, but you should be reasonably fit.

“Organized crew with getting everyone set up and out on the kayaks. Our guide, Brayden was safety conscious, friendly and knowledgeable. All the traits one wants in a guide for this kind of tour. This tour is great for kayaks of any level. And the location offered so many things to see and explore.”

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Small Group Dolphin Kayak Eco-Tour - Why wild bottlenose dolphins make this more than a photo stop
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Small Group Dolphin Kayak Eco-Tour

13.Small Group Dolphin Kayak Eco-Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 351 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $68

Paddle a stable sit-on-top kayak from North End Beach toward Cape Henry with a guide and up to 12 people. Watch for wild bottlenose dolphins, pelicans, ospreys, sea turtles, and cownose rays. The two-hour tour suits beginners, families, and anyone who prefers wildlife in its natural setting.

“My daughter and I had a great experience even though we personally didn’t get to see any dolphins, other people in our group did. The tour guides were amazing! All three were very welcoming, considerate, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone had a great time. I will definitely be back!”

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Kayak Safari with Dolphin and Turtle Watching in Guaza - Watching for dolphins, turtles, and seabirds
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Kayak Safari with Dolphin and Turtle Watching in Guaza

14.Kayak Safari with Dolphin and Turtle Watching in Guaza

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 284 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $45

Paddle from Los Cristianos along the Guaza cliffs and the Teno-Rasca marine strip, watching for dolphins, turtles, and seabirds. Your guide navigates, supplies snorkeling gear and a buoyancy vest, and leads you to Palmar Cave. Guides have included Joel, Joey, Luka, and Casper.

“Lovely day on the water with sun and wind. Not much to see. The snorkeling was a total loss. They changed our trip time with very little notice, slightly rude A nice day out if you're tired of the hotel and need to get the kids out, just don't expect much”

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Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard Kayak Tour - Stop two: the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary
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Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard Kayak Tour

15.Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 275 reviews · from $55

Set out from Garden Island with a guide such as Luke, Phil, or Pippa for a three-hour paddle through Adelaide’s Dolphin Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard. Learn basic kayaking, watch for Port River dolphins and birds, and explore mangrove creeks and abandoned ships in a small group.

“Loved going through mangroves high light off the trip if I had time would do again excellent value for money the guide was brilliant Thanks for a great morning”

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