Top 15 Dolphin Paddles Worldwide

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

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

Join a guide from Three Brothers Boards for a gentle paddle through Daytona Beach canals, under seven bridges, around an island, and past yachts. Beginners get a lesson and can switch to a kayak if needed. Early tours offer the best odds for wildlife and cooler weather.

“We saw two dolphins! Great tour. It was a bit windy today which had made it hard for small kids but doable for almost anyone middle-school age +.”

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

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

Spend about two hours on a kayak or paddleboard with guides such as Ryan, Spence, Nolan, or Todd. Paddle beside Anastasia State Park’s tall dunes, watch for dolphins, turtles, birds, and rare manatees, then enjoy views near the St. Augustine Lighthouse.

“It was a perfect weather day for an early morning kayak trip. We ended up seeing a few dolphins and Nolan was a great guide.”

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3.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 outing through New Smyrna’s waterways. All gear is included, and guides such as Michael, Spencer, Fletcher, and Mike share local wildlife facts while looking for dolphins, manatees, turtles, birds, and conchs.

“Not enough single kayaks !! No dolphins or manatees . Guide was ok . Did not care for the whole experience .”

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

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

Paddle a kayak or standup paddleboard through the Indian River and Mosquito Lagoon near Cocoa Beach. Guides such as Noah, Logan, Katie, and Mike point out manatees, dolphins, birds, alligators, comb jellies, and horseshoe crabs. The small-group tour lasts about 90 minutes and includes equipment and photos.

“Great experience. Noah, the tour guide was great, very knowledgeable. Lots of Manatees, birds, dolphin, more. Awesome experience!!”

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5.Dolphin and Manatee Kayak and SUP Adventure Tour of Cocoa Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 194 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65

Spend about two hours kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding near Cocoa Beach with guides such as Riley, Jack, or Christian. You’ll explore the Banana River Manatee Refuge and Thousand Islands Conservation Area, with chances to see dolphins, manatees, spoonbills, storks, and more.

“Riley was awesome! We hand so much fun and he shared a lot of great information. We went on the 10:30 tour and it was so great. He also brought us to the rope swing, which I took full advantage of! We saw both dolphins and manatees!”

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6.Dolphin and Manatee Tour of Marco Island by Kayak or SUP

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 125 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65

Paddle Marco Island for about two hours by stand-up paddleboard or kayak, with a guide such as Cam, Doug, Jacob, Zack, or Michael. You’ll get a short lesson, wildlife facts, and help finding dolphins, manatees, birds, turtles, and mangroves. Kayaks are usually doubles, so confirm your equipment choice before booking.

“I had to text the tour guide his ETA and at that time he told me that the tour was canceled. We were waiting for about 10 minutes. Not a great experience. I had to call the tour about a refund.”

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7.Paddle Board or Kayak Eco Dolphin Manatee Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $79

Meet your expert guide at 9 a.m. in Merritt Island for a two-hour kayak or stand-up paddleboard trip through the calm Banana River Aquatic Preserve. Andrew and the local guide team provide equipment, instruction, coaching, and photos while you watch for manatees, dolphins, and native birds.

“Had my grandson with me I had not been in a kayak for fifty years. My grandson picked up the how to Kayak within a few minutes. We had great weather a saw a few wildlife on the trip Great day by all the guide was great.”

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8.Stand Up Paddle With Dolphins, aperitif and pictures

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · from $69

Join Claudia, Fabio, and their local team for a three-hour SUP outing from Spiaggia dei Baracconi. After a beginner lesson, paddle toward Figarolo and Cala Moresca, stop for a Sardinian breakfast or aperitif, and look for bottlenose dolphins. Photos, videos, water, and equipment are included.

“We had an amazing time on this SUP tour. Our guides were superb! They gave me (beginner) a quick class on SUP and we were on our way! Highlight was of course, the dolphins! They were curious and played in front of use and we couldn't Read more”

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9.Indian River Clear Bottom Kayak or Paddleboarding Manatee and Dolphin Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $75

Choose a clear-bottom kayak or paddleboard for a 90-minute guided outing on the calm Indian River Lagoon. Guides such as Mike, Tom, and Troy help spot dolphins, manatees, birds, crabs, fish, and comb jellies. Photos are sent after the tour.

“Ask for Captain Mike! Great with kids and goes the extra mile to enhance the experience! We saw lots of critters”

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10.Golfo Aranci: Sup with dolphins, aperitif & photo shoot

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · from $62

Join Claudia and Fabio for a beginner-friendly SUP outing from Baracconi Beach. Paddle past Cala Moresca and Figarolo, swim in clear water, enjoy Sardinian food, and look for wild bottlenose dolphins. Your guides also provide photos and drone images at no extra cost.

“It was a really nice morning with Claudia and Fabio! We saw dolphins, had fun on the board and it was a nice group size to do such an activity! I highly recommend to go paddleboarding with this lovely couple :-)”

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11.Charleston: Folly Beach Stand Up Paddleboard Dolphin Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 49 reviews · 2 hours · from $60

Learn stand up paddleboarding on a two-hour Folly River safari with an English-speaking guide. You may see bottlenose dolphins, stingrays, crabs, and sunset views. Boards, paddles, leashes, and life jackets are provided. Guides have included Eric, Pat, Kate, Jack, and Lindsey.

“Kate was great!!! Super fun and got to see so many dolphins even from far away!! Sunset was beautiful.”

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12.Guided Dolphin Eco Tour by Kayak & SUP – Fort Myers Beach, FL

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $50Best value

Paddle with a small group through mangrove tunnels toward Big Hickory Island Preserve. Guides including Nick, Hannah, Seth, Josh, Victoria, and Glenn explain local wildlife, while dolphins, manatees, birds, crabs, and a shelling beach add interest. Kayak and SUP options are available.

“Our experience was outstanding! Hannah was knowledgeable and skillful and we had a wonderful time enjoying the beautiful scenery! Would recommend to anyone looking to have some fun and see a beautiful piece of Florida!”

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13.Dolphin and Manatee Clear Kayak or Paddleboard Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

Meet Epic Paddle Adventures at Kiwanis Island Park for a two-hour guided kayak or paddleboard trip. Choose a clear single or two-person kayak, or a SUP, and watch for dolphins, manatees, stingrays, birds, fish, and horseshoe crabs. Sunset tours add bright LED lights below your vessel.

“TJ was awesome very informative and personable . I would highly recommend him. He knew a lot of information about the local wildlife”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $61

Paddle a kayak or stand-up board through the Haulover Canal wildlife refuge near Cocoa Beach and Kennedy Space Center. Guides such as Logan, Noah, Mark, and Ethan point out dolphins, manatees, birds, mangroves, and other wildlife before sunset. Photos, paddling gear, life jackets, and phone dry bags are included.

“Beautiful scenery throughout this tour, especially the sunset. Guide was incredibly knowledgeable about the ecosystem and the wildlife. Thanks for a great time Logan Montague.”

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15.Puerto Banús: Private Cruise with Dolphins & Wakeboard

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 1 - 4 hours

Set out privately from Puerto Banús with an English or Spanish-speaking instructor, looking for dolphins and stopping for swimming, snorkeling, and wakeboarding. You get a bow sundeck, bimini shade, Bluetooth music, fuel, bottled water, and soft drinks. Choose from one to four hours.

“A wonderful experience. When we booked, we didn't expect to see dolphins because they depend on whether they emerge or not, but it was incredible how soon after we set off, we started seeing them and they were right around us. The captain was very respectful to them and to us. We had drinks on board. We didn't go wakeboarding because we weren't prepared for it. I definitely recommend it.”

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