Category Mangrove & Island Eco Tours

Central Florida · MANGROVE & ISLAND ECO TOURS

The 15 Best Mangrove & Island Eco Tours in Central Florida

22 tours

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

Thousand Island Mangrove Tunnel, Manatee & Dolphin Kayak Tour w/Cocoa Kayaking - Gear and comfort: Tarpon 120 kayaks, dry storage, and life jacket fit

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

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

Paddle Cocoa Beach’s Thousand Islands mangrove tunnels on a small-group kayak tour for manatees, dolphins, and birds, with guide photos.

“My family is 14mo, 14yo, 19, 32 and 39 and we all enjoyed it! The guide was very accommodating to our speed and the other guests abilities and helped us all get the kayaking down. We got to see the beautiful Mangroves, a 4 foot Tarpon and a family of Manatee. Great Adventure.”

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Mangrove Tunnels, Dolphins, Manatee Tour #1 Rated in Cocoa Beach

Mangrove Tunnels, Dolphins, Manatee Tour #1 Rated in Cocoa Beach - Entering The Mangrove Tunnel Areas: The Real Star Route

Wildlife Refuge Manatee, Dolphin & Mangrove Kayak or Paddleboarding Tour!

Wildlife Refuge Manatee, Dolphin & Mangrove Kayak or Paddleboarding Tour! - Kayak vs Paddleboard: Choosing What Fits You Best

3.Wildlife Refuge Manatee, Dolphin & Mangrove Kayak or Paddleboarding Tour!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 210 reviews · from $52

Paddle a guided kayak or stand-up paddleboard in Cocoa Beach’s calm lagoons, chasing manatees, dolphins, and mangrove sunsets.

“Noah was Friendly, knowledgeable he made the trip a great experience that we will recommend to friends. Small group which was very nice. Great weather and the kayaks were in great shape.”

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Sunset Tour Mangrove, Dolphins, Manatee #1 Rated in Cocoa Beach

Sunset Tour Mangrove, Dolphins, Manatee #1 Rated in Cocoa Beach - Kayaks, life jackets, and why tandem matters

Thousand Islands Mangrove Tunnel & Bio Comb Jelly Sunset Tour

Thousand Islands Mangrove Tunnel & Bio Comb Jelly Sunset Tour - Timing The Sunset Paddle, and Why New Moons Matter for Glow

St. Petersburg, FL: 4-Hour Catamaran Cruise to Egmont Key

St. Petersburg, FL: 4-Hour Catamaran Cruise to Egmont Key - Meeting at Gate 24, then enjoying the water views right away

6.St. Petersburg, FL: 4-Hour Catamaran Cruise to Egmont Key

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 102 reviews · 4 hours · from $66

4-hour catamaran from St. Petersburg to Egmont Key with snorkeling, wildlife, and 2 hours ashore for lighthouse and Fort Dade ruins.

“Every thing was great! A perfect day. We seen the dolphins and turtles, plenty of birds. The boat staff was friendly and engaging. Wished for time on the island. We would definitely recommend the trip.”

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Clear Kayak Tour of Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks & Mangroves

Clear Kayak Tour of Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks & Mangroves - Getting oriented at 307 Anclote Rd and what the 2-hour flow feels like

4-Hour Mangrove Island and Dolphin Watch Sandbar in Fort Pierce

4-Hour Mangrove Island and Dolphin Watch Sandbar in Fort Pierce - Stop 1 at Hutchinson Island: get your eyes tuned for birds

8.4-Hour Mangrove Island and Dolphin Watch Sandbar in Fort Pierce

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $79

Kayak Fort Pierce mangroves and a sandbar, then dolphin watch. 4 miles, guides Mark and Fabia, gear included for $79.

“Mark was an excellent guide! We learned so much about mangroves. I highly recommend this tour. The kayaks were a lot nicer than ones offered by other tours. Nice adjustable chairs, room for a cooler, a place to store items under your seat and the paddles were super light.”

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Thousand Islands Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour with Cocoa Kayaking!

Thousand Islands Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour with Cocoa Kayaking! - Kayak and gear comfort: what you’ll feel during the paddle

9.Thousand Islands Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour with Cocoa Kayaking!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $125

Paddle Cocoa Beach Thousand Islands mangrove tunnels with Cocoa Kayaking. Small groups, manatees and dolphins, dry bags, and photos.

“We had a great time during the tour. Although we didn't get to see any dolphins or manatees, our guide was excited to make the best time for us. The landscape is beautiful too.”

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Thousand Islands Mangrove Tunnel Sunset Kayak Tour with Cocoa Kayaking!

Thousand Islands Mangrove Tunnel Sunset Kayak Tour with Cocoa Kayaking! - The paddling flow: from waivers to the mangrove tunnel maze

Wildlife Refuge Sunset Dolphin, Manatee & Mangrove Kayak or Paddleboarding Tour!

Wildlife Refuge Sunset Dolphin, Manatee & Mangrove Kayak or Paddleboarding Tour! - Kayak or Paddleboard Choice, Plus the Gear That Actually Helps

6-Hr Tropical Mangroves, Coastal River and Ocean Wildlife Watch

6-Hr Tropical Mangroves, Coastal River and Ocean Wildlife Watch - Your 6-Hour Route: Hutchinson Island to Fort Pierce Inlet

12.6-Hr Tropical Mangroves, Coastal River and Ocean Wildlife Watch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $99

Kayak Florida mangroves and coastal rivers on a 6-hour wildlife watch, with sandbars, dolphins, and an electric-motor return.

“Owner contacted us the night before and let us know of the high tides, wind, no resting location expected. We are inexperienced and opted to cancel based on his honesty. He was very professional and wanted us to have a good experience. We appreciated his honesty”

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Tierra Verde: Fort De Soto Beach Guided E-Bike Nature Tour

Tierra Verde: Fort De Soto Beach Guided E-Bike Nature Tour - Pedal through beaches, mangroves, and nesting ospreys

Madeira Beach: Egmont Key Snorkeling and Dolphin Cruise

Madeira Beach: Egmont Key Snorkeling and Dolphin Cruise - Egmont Key History, From the Captain’s Seat

14.Madeira Beach: Egmont Key Snorkeling and Dolphin Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 16 reviews · 4 hours · from $91

Madeira Beach cruise to Egmont Key for snorkel time, captain-led history, and frequent dolphin, manatee, and sea turtle sightings.

“Showed up on time and there was an issue with the boat (seemed like an ongoing issue they knew about). After sometime we were able to get on another boat but did not make it to Egmont, only shell key. No compensation was offered for the time delay, boat change or change in destination. We had a nice time, but not the trip we expected.”

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Wildlife Refuge Dolphin, Manatee & Mangrove Kayak or Paddleboarding Tour!

Wildlife Refuge Dolphin, Manatee & Mangrove Kayak or Paddleboarding Tour! - The wildlife refuge: what you may see and how to think about sightings