Private Manatee Sightseeing And Wildlife Boat Tour
Reserve the whole boat and search the Everglades waterways for manatees and other wildlife
From$190incl. taxes and fees
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Reserve the whole boat and search the Everglades waterways for manatees and other wildlife
Discover what we've curated for you
1-1/2 hours
Max capacity 6 passengers people
Reserve the entire boat for your party and explore the Port of the Islands and Everglades on a 1-1/2 hour wildlife cruise. Look for manatees, alligators, birds, and more with your captain.
Arrive 10 minutes early; tours depart on time. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. Tours may be suspended or cancelled due to unsafe weather conditions; boats are covered.
No cancellations/refunds within 24 hours of original departure time. If you are late or miss the boat, you are not entitled to a refund or a longer tour. If the operator cancels due to unsafe weather conditions, full refunds will be issued. If you test positive for Covid and cancel at least 24 hours prior to departure, you are entitled to a full refund; no refunds are honored within 24 hours of departure.
Please go to Port of the Islands Marina located at **525 Newport Drive, Naples** and arrive 10 minutes early.
This tour operation consistently delivers memorable wildlife adventures thanks to its exceptional captains. John, Dallas, Paul, and Joe get frequent shoutouts for being knowledgeable, funny, and genuinely passionate about what they do. Guests appreciate how the guides share fascinating details about local wildlife, mangroves, and the area's history while keeping everyone entertained with their humor and engaging personalities. The tours explore the waterways around the marina and nearby islands, with several captains going the extra mile by providing polarized glasses for better viewing and even taking photos for guests. Wildlife sightings vary naturally depending on the day. Most visitors spot manatees along with alligators, dolphins, birds, and occasionally sharks or raccoons, though some trips see fewer animals than others. The sunset tours receive particular praise for stunning views. One guest felt disappointed that the route stayed closer to residential docks rather than venturing deeper into mangrove areas, but this appears to be an outlier experience. The three-hour excursions seem to hit the sweet spot for most visitors, offering enough time on the water without feeling rushed.
Captain Andy was formative and fun. We got to see several manatee and alligators and learn their habits.
Renee Bruen
April 2, 2026
Captain Andy was formative and fun. We got to see several manatee and alligators and learn their habits.
Renee Bruen
April 2, 2026