Boat Tours in Florida at a glance
- Our pick: Indian River Lagoon wildlife tour: Dolphins, manatees, shorebirds, US$ 43 per person (2h, 4.82★ · 490).
- Top rated: Dolphin and Sightseeing Tour Sarasota: Private Boat Charter, US$ 449 per group (2h, 5.00★ · 133).
- Private option: Everglades Airboat Tour Florida: Small Boat & Wildlife with Captain, US$ 200 per person (1h, 4.98★ · 182).
Price per person across the 12 options priced per person: US$ 43–US$ 350 (median US$ 90). With 100+ reviews: 9 of 22.
Of the 22 options: 20 with live guides in English, 21 with free cancellation, 16 with instant confirmation, 3 with hotel pickup, 9 kid-friendly, 15 private and 15 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Prices are per person, except options priced per group: that price is for the whole group, and the per-person figure assumes the group is full. “Top rated” = the highest score among options with at least 50 reviews.
Boat Tours in Florida
Based on each operator's calendar. Confirmed when you book.
22 options
The 15 best
Ranked by quality, reviews, availability and booking conditions.
Indian River Lagoon wildlife tour: Dolphins, manatees, shorebirds Pontoon boat tour through Indian River Lagoon and Canaveral National Seashore with live guide: dolphins, manatees and shorebirds appear on most trips. Every day · 10:30 and 15:30 ★ 4.82 (490 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 43 per person
Miami Everglades: 1-Hour Airboat Tour & Wildlife 1-hour semi-private airboat tour through Miami Everglades with wildlife viewing. Wheelchair accessible, includes water. Small groups, all fitness levels. Every day · 10:00, 12:00 and 14:00 · All ages ★ 4.97 (407 reviews) Duration: 1h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 82 per person
Fort Pierce Nature Tours: 2-Hour Clear Kayak & Mangrove Paddle through Fort Pierce mangrove tunnels in a clear kayak spotting wildlife. This 2-2.5 hour tandem tour includes all gear. Every day · 08:30, 10:00, 12:00, 14:00 and 15:00 · From age 3 ★ 4.91 (552 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 90 per person
Miami Everglades: Private 1-Hour Airboat Tour Private airboat tour through Miami Everglades ecosystem. One hour, small groups, wheelchair accessible. Learn about wildlife and wetland conservation. Every day · Every 30 min, 08:00 to 15:30 · All ages ★ 4.95 (162 reviews) Duration: 1h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 132 per person
Everglades Airboat Tour Florida: Small Boat & Wildlife with Captain Small-group airboat tour through Florida's Everglades with naturalist captain. See alligators, birds, panthers. Includes water, headsets, life vests. All ages welcome. Every day · 08:00, 10:00 and 13:00 ★ 4.98 (182 reviews) Duration: 1h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 200 per person
Private Airboat Tour Miami Everglades: Wildlife & Ecosystem Private airboat tour of Miami Everglades with live guide in English or Spanish: see alligators, birds and the ecosystem up close without sharing the boat with strangers. Every day · Every 30 min, 08:00 to 15:30 · All ages ★ 4.98 (119 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 182 per person
Private Boat Charter Sarasota: Dolphins & Manatees Private luxury boat tour through Sarasota's intercoastal waterway with live guide, soda, water and snacks included: spot dolphins, manatees and eagles from your own Sea Ray. Every day · 09:00, 11:15 and 13:30 ★ 4.99 (276 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 400 per group
Dolphin and Sightseeing Tour Sarasota: Private Boat Charter Private 2-hour dolphin and sightseeing tour in Sarasota Bay and the Intracoastal Waterways for up to 6 passengers. Spot dolphins in their natural habitat. Every day · 09:00, 11:30 and 14:00 ★ 5.00 (133 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 449 per group
Kayaking in Gilchrist Blue: Clear kayak tour on Santa Fe River Paddle a clear kayak through Gilchrist Blue Springs and the Santa Fe River in Florida with a live guide, spotting wildlife and springs along the way. Every day · 08:00, 09:00, 11:00, 12:00 and 14:30 ★ 4.94 (118 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Instant confirmation. from US$ 79 per person
Private 2-Hour Airboat Tour: Of Miami Everglades Private airboat tour of Miami Everglades with a live guide who explains the ecosystem as you travel: two hours on the water, just your group and the wildlife. Every day · Every 30 min, 08:00 to 15:30 · All ages ★ 4.86 (36 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 255 per person
Dolphin and Manatee Kayak Tour in Osprey, Florida Paddle through Little Sarasota Bay's mangrove islands spotting dolphins, manatees, sea turtles and bald eagles. Your guide provides kayak. Every day · 08:30, 10:30 and 12:30 · From age 4 ★ 4.55 (22 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 69 per person
Kayaking Round Island Riverside Park: Mangrove tunnels & dolphins Paddle kayaks and stand-up boards through mangrove tunnels at Round Island Riverside Park with a local guide using stable, back-friendly equipment. Every day · 09:00 · From age 8 ★ 4.89 (27 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 75 per person
Snorkeling on Anna Maria Island: Private boat with local guide Snorkel around Anna Maria Island sandbars and beaches on a private boat with Captain Jeremy, a local guide who customizes the route to spot dolphins. Every day · 09:00 and 13:00 ★ 5.00 (6 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 625 per group
Snorkeling in Clearwater: 6-Hour Private Charter Private 6-hour snorkeling charter from Belleair with Captain Chris aboard Salt Therapy. Explore barrier islands. Every day · 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00 and 13:00 ★ 5.00 (2 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 660 per group
Everglades tour with airboat ride and private nature walk Private Everglades National Park tour with guided cypress swamp hike and airboat ride through sawgrass and mangroves, including hotel pickup and refreshments. Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (4 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN · PT · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,200 per group
Compare 7 more options for Boat Tours in Florida
From US$ 90 per person · 2 h to 6 h
Private Clearwater Sunset Cruise with Dolphins Private 2-hour sunset boat tour on Clearwater's Intracoastal waters for up to six guests. Watch for dolphins and manatees while enjoying snacks and drinks. Next departure: 1 Sep 2027 ★ 5.00 (6 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 350 per group
Private Clearwater Beach Dolphin Boat Tour: 3 Hours, 6 Guests Private boat tour for up to 6 people along Clearwater, Honeymoon Island and Caladesi Island with dolphin watching, shelling. Next departure: 1 Sep 2027 ★ 5.00 (11 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 585 per group
Fort Pierce Inshore Fishing: Snook, Redfish & Seatrout Fish the Indian River Lagoon and backwaters on a private 4- to 6-hour charter from Fort Pierce with a licensed captain, all gear and licenses included. Every day · 07:00 and 14:00 ★ 5.00 (1 review) Duration: 4h–6h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 350 per person
Sunset Cruise Port Saint Lucie: Private Indian River Lagoon Tour Private sunset cruise on the Indian River Lagoon with a licensed captain who customizes the route for your group, pointing out dolphins, manatees. Every day · 18:00 ★ 5.00 (1 review) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 399 per group
Kayaking Blue Springs Florida: Manatees & Wildlife Kayak and paddle board Blue Springs with a guide, spotting manatees, bald eagles and alligators, then swim the 72-degree spring run itself. Every day · 09:00 · From age 6 ★ 5.00 (2 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 90 per person
Snorkeling on Anna Maria Island: Design Your Own Day Four hours on a 28-foot luxury cruiser where you choose snorkeling, island hopping, dolphin watching or sandbars. Captain tailors the route to your group. Every day · 09:30 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (1 review) Duration: 4h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 675 per group
Egmont Key snorkeling tour: Fort Dade ruins and island wildlife Snorkel the sunken ruins of Fort Dade on Egmont Key with gear provided, then explore the historic 1898 fort and wildlife-filled island on a 4-hour private. Every day · 09:30 · Hotel pickup Duration: 4h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 690 per group
The top 12 of 22 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian River Lagoon wildlife tour: Dolphins, manatees, shorebirdsOur pick | US$ 43 per person | 2h | 4.82★ · 490 | Every day · 10:30 and 15:30 | English |
| Dolphin and Sightseeing Tour Sarasota: Private Boat CharterTop ratedPrivate | US$ 449 per group up to 6 people · ≈ US$ 75 per person if 6 go | 2h | 5.00★ · 133 | Every day · 09:00, 11:30 and 14:00 | English |
| Everglades Airboat Tour Florida: Small Boat & Wildlife with CaptainPrivate optionPrivate | US$ 200 per person | 1h | 4.98★ · 182 | Every day · 08:00, 10:00 and 13:00 | English |
| Miami Everglades: 1-Hour Airboat Tour & WildlifeGroup of up to 10 | US$ 82 per person | 1h | 4.97★ · 407 | Every day · 10:00, 12:00 and 14:00 | English, Spanish |
| Fort Pierce Nature Tours: 2-Hour Clear Kayak & MangroveGroup of up to 10 | US$ 90 per person | 2h | 4.91★ · 552 | Every day · 08:30, 10:00, 12:00, 14:00 and 15:00 | English |
| Miami Everglades: Private 1-Hour Airboat TourPrivate | US$ 132 per person | 1h | 4.95★ · 162 | Every day · Every 30 min, 08:00 to 15:30 | English, Spanish |
| Private Airboat Tour Miami Everglades: Wildlife & EcosystemPrivate | US$ 182 per person | 1h 30m | 4.98★ · 119 | Every day · Every 30 min, 08:00 to 15:30 | English, Spanish |
| Private Boat Charter Sarasota: Dolphins & ManateesPrivate | US$ 400 per group up to 6 people · ≈ US$ 67 per person if 6 go | 2h | 4.99★ · 276 | Every day · 09:00, 11:15 and 13:30 | English |
| Kayaking in Gilchrist Blue: Clear kayak tour on Santa Fe RiverGroup of up to 10 | US$ 79 per person | 2h | 4.94★ · 118 | Every day · 08:00, 09:00, 11:00, 12:00 and 14:30 | English |
| Private 2-Hour Airboat Tour: Of Miami EvergladesPrivate | US$ 255 per person | 2h | 4.86★ · 36 | Every day · Every 30 min, 08:00 to 15:30 | English, Spanish |
| Dolphin and Manatee Kayak Tour in Osprey, FloridaGroup of up to 15 | US$ 69 per person | 2h | 4.55★ · 22 | Every day · 08:30, 10:30 and 12:30 | English |
| Kayaking Round Island Riverside Park: Mangrove tunnels & dolphinsGroup of up to 12 | US$ 75 per person | 2h | 4.89★ · 27 | Every day · 09:00 | English |
By what you need
- Small groups (up to 15) (6): Miami Everglades: 1-Hour Airboat Tour & Wildlife (US$ 82 per person) · Fort Pierce Nature Tours: 2-Hour Clear Kayak & Mangrove (US$ 90 per person) · Kayaking in Gilchrist Blue: Clear kayak tour on Santa Fe River (US$ 79 per person)
- With pickup (3): Everglades tour with airboat ride and private nature walk (US$ 1,200 per group) · Snorkeling on Anna Maria Island: Design Your Own Day (US$ 675 per group) · Egmont Key snorkeling tour: Fort Dade ruins and island wildlife (US$ 690 per group)