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10 Best St Augustine Wildlife Tours

The wildlife outings on the water: dolphin and manatee paddles through the estuary, airboat runs into the marsh and eco tours where the guides know the resident pods by fin. The Intracoastal here is a working nursery; paddles move at its speed.

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

Experience wildlife like dolphins, turtles, and manatees on this 2-hour paddleboard or kayak tour off St. Augustine's coast, led by knowledgeable guides.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Nice, slow kayak or paddle board experience. Lots of cool birds to see! Saw turtles pop their heads up, but manatee sightings are rare in this area. We did not see any dolphins, either. Still had a great time!”

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2.Airboat Adventure in Saint Augustine with a Guide

Discover the thrill of a 1.5-hour airboat ride along St. Johns River, spotting wildlife, hearing local stories, and enjoying expert commentary.

★ 5.0

“Really different experience with a pre-recorded narration and music for part of the trip, but it was really neat, and the boat captain was great and very knowledgeable about local wildlife. I would absolutely go again if I’m back in the St Augustine area at…”

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5.Guided Tour for Dolphin & Sea Turtle Observation in Saint Augustine, Florida

Experience kayaking with expert guides in St. Augustine, Florida, spotting dolphins, sea turtles, and manatees along the Matanzas River for an authentic eco-adventure.

★ 5.0

“this eco trip was definitely a learning experience. Our guide was quite informative when it came to knowing about the river and its estuary and the life in it. Unfortunately the tide was not with us that day and because of the shallow waters we…”

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6.Adventure Boat Tours – One Hour Dolphin/Eco/History/Sightseeing Boat Tour

Explore St. Augustine from the water on this one-hour dolphin, eco, and history boat tour for stunning views, engaging guides, and family fun.

★ 5.0

“Was not able to take cruise due to weather, but the people were very good about keeping us informed and trying to get us to go another day. Unfortunately had to come home but they said next time I come they will be glad to…”

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7.Dolphin, Manatee and Sea Turtle Kayak Adventure

Discover vibrant wildlife on this private kayak tour in St. Augustine, where dolphins, manatees, and sea turtles await amidst scenic waterways.

★ 4.5

“It was fun! Noah our guide was awesome! Explained everything well for the inexperienced participants. Also having some experience I learned a few things. Our group was able to get close to the dolphins. Pretty neat to have such a beautiful mammal swimming near us.…”

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8.Dolphin and Wildlife History Tour

Experience St. Augustine’s wildlife and historic sights on a 1-hour boat tour for just $29, with dolphin sightings and expert guides. Perfect for all ages.

★ 5.0

“The tour was an awesome experience. We seen several dolphins and sea turtles. The tour guide was very knowledgeable. 10/10”

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9.Dolphin Watch & Harbor Tour in Historical St. Augustine

Experience St. Augustine from the water with a dolphin watch cruise on a spacious catamaran. Enjoy stunning views, drinks, and wildlife spotting for a memorable outing.

★ 5.0

“Great restaurants nearby, gas station, close to the beach, nightlife, fun, vere safe and quiet clean pool”

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10.Dolphin and Nature Boat Excursion

Experience the waters around St. Augustine with a small-group boat tour, spotting dolphins, manatees, and birds, guided by expert naturalists.

★ 5.0

“Captain Lily was Amazing! We saw a lot of wildlife including multiple different occurrences of dolphins chasing schools of fish for a tasty lunch! There were lots of birds to see as well and some good history. Really enjoyed it and will go again next…”

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