14 St Augustine Dolphin Watching Tours Worth Flying For

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

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

Choose a kayak or paddleboard for a relaxed two-hour wildlife trip from St. Augustine. Guides such as Ryan, Spence, Nolan, and Joseph help beginners get moving and point out dolphins, turtles, birds, and changing marine life conditions. The route includes Anastasia State Park and views of the lighthouse.

“Had a great time kayaking & paddle boarding with family. Ryan was an awesome guide. Beautiful views. 5⭐️😎🛶”

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2.Dolphin and Wildlife Adventure of St. Augustine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 864 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $29Best value

Join guides such as Kevin, Katrina, Dean, or Sarah aboard the shaded 45-foot Osprey pontoon boat. You’ll cruise St. Augustine’s estuaries for about 90 minutes, watching for dolphins, birds, manatees, and sea turtles while passing the lighthouse, Bridge of Lions, Castillo de San Marcos, and Great Cross. A bar, restroom, free parking, and live commentary add ease.

“What a wonderful tour! We saw so many dolphins and the crew was very knowledgeable. I learned so much and they were all very kid friendly, my kids had so many questions. They entertained my kids and had knowledgeable about conservation efforts. We visited with my family and celebrated a birthday in St. Augustine and this was great. There is so much to learn and you can twll that they love what they do. We had a great time and will use them again. Highly recommended!”

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3.Red Boat Tours – Dolphin Odyssey and Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 330 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39

Join Red Boat Tours in Vilano Beach for a two-hour cruise along the Intracoastal Waterway. The crew, including Captain Tony, Captain James, Jennifer, and Savannah on various trips, looks for dolphins while sharing local history and pointing out the Bridge of Lions, Castillo de San Marcos, Fountain of Youth, and Giant Cross. The boat stays off the open ocean.

“The commentary was great! He provided information about the history of the city and pointed out Key areas of the town. We had dolphins swim right next to the boat so the kids loved it!”

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4.St. Augustine: Sunset Boat Tour with Dolphin Spotting

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 118 reviews · from $40

Join Adventure Boat Tours for a one-hour sunset cruise from Vilano Road. Your English-speaking crew guides you past the Bridge of Lions, Castillo de San Marcos, and St. Augustine’s waterfront while you watch for Atlantic bottle-nosed dolphins. Captains including Scott, Chris, Tammy, and Greg have been praised for friendly narration and family-friendly service.

“This was a very fun and beautiful experience. We were able to see lots of dolphins, a manatee, and a great sunset. We also got a tour of St Augustine from the water. The guides were very knowledgeable on the history of the town. They were very friendly and prioritized getting to know all of the passengers on the boat.”

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5.St. Augustine: Dolphin and Manatee Paddle or Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 108 reviews · from $65

Meet your English-speaking guide at Lighthouse Park for a two-hour kayak or stand-up paddleboard trip through St. Augustine’s salt waterways. After a short land and water lesson, guides such as Ryan, Noah, Spence, and Joseph help beginners find dolphins, manatees, turtles, crabs, and birds near Anastasia State Park’s tall dunes.

“So much fun! Spence was a GREAT guide! Highly recommend this activity!”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · from $50

Join GeoTrippin’ Kayak Adventures for a two-hour guided paddle from historic Genung’s Fish Camp. Your guide leads you through the Matanzas River and Moses Creek, explaining wetlands, oyster reefs, wildlife, and local history. Ben is often praised for his calm instruction and strong grasp of the estuary. Kayak, paddle, life jacket, and whistle are included.

“Excellent estuary ecology oriented kayak trip. Ben was friendly and a wealth of information. Shares his passion for the protection of waterways. Blissful 2 hr plus on the water.”

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7.Adventure Boat Tours Dolphin Tails & History Cruise St Augustine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.) · from $38

Join Adventure Boat Tours for a one-hour harbor ride from 260 Vilano Road. Captain Jimmy, Lindsey, Bear, and other crew members share local stories while you look for dolphins, turtles, birds, the fort, Fountain of Youth park, the Bridge of Lions area, and the Atlantic coast. Boats carry up to 32 passengers.

“Lots of dolphin sightings, as well as some of the super pretty historical sightings. The sightings were much better viewing from the boat then it was on land. The captain was great and super informative without being to talkative so your able to soak it all in, in a laidback atmosphere.”

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8.Dolphin, Manatee and Sea Turtle Kayak Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 71 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65

Spend about two hours kayaking St. Augustine’s waterways with a private English-speaking guide. Three Brothers supplies kayaks, paddles, and life vests while guides such as Ryan, Noah, Spencer, and Nolan point out wildlife, explain local history, and help beginners get comfortable on the water. Dolphins are possible, but sightings are never guaranteed.

“Noah and Erin were great because they were friendly and helpful. They made our time on the water in the kayak fun and relaxing.”

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9.Dolphin and Wildlife History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $29

Set out from 57 Comares Ave for a one-hour cruise on Matanzas Bay, watching for dolphins, sea turtles, birds, and other wildlife while your guide explains St. Augustine’s waterfront past. With room for no more than 16 people, the trip feels personal. Captains Kev and Jenn and guides Lindsay, Mark, and Hayden have all led recent departures.

“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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10.St. Augustine Dolphin Watch and Historical Harbor Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $42

Set out from Vilano Beach on a 90-minute catamaran cruise with Fury Water Adventures. Watch for bottlenose dolphins, see Castillo de San Marcos, the lighthouse, and the Great Cross, and enjoy complimentary beer, wine, soda, and bagged snacks. The crew, including Captain Andrew on some departures, answers questions, but narration is limited.

“So awesome. We left the dock on time, the crew was so positive, polite, helpful and social. The beverages and snacks onboard were the perfect refreshers. The length of the tour was perfect as well. We were lucky to see so many dolphins. The crew helped spot them easily and shared information about the local dolphin pod which was so neat.”

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11.St. Augustine: Dolphin Watching Harbor Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 41 reviews · 1h 30m · from $42

Spend 90 minutes cruising from Vilano Beach with Fury Water Adventures. You’ll watch for bottlenose dolphins, see St. Augustine and Castillo San Marcos from the water, and enjoy complimentary soda, water, beer, wine, and snacks. Captain Andrew and crew member Riley have earned special praise for their friendly, family-friendly service.

“if was a cold day and only saw one dolphin but it was a good time. The crew were great and the boat was very nice”

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12.St. Augustine: Dolphin and Wildlife Historical Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 37 reviews · 1 hour · from $30

Spend one hour on a small boat from Conch House Marina, watching for dolphins, manatees, birds, and other Florida wildlife while your English-speaking guide shares St. Augustine history. You’ll see the lighthouse, Castillo de San Marcos, Bridge of Lions, and Flagler College from the water. Recent guides have included Cody, Kate, Diane, Matt, Kev, and Mark.

“We thoroughly enjoyed the Dolphin Nature Boat Tour. Although the chilly weather discouraged many birds, we observed several migratory species and local herons. We were especially delighted when a pod of dolphins emerged late in the trip. Our guide was very knowledgeable and the boat captain kept us on a steady course. We highly recommend this trip to families and others exploring the local environs of St. Augustine.”

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13.Dolphin and Nature Boat Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Set out from 111 Avenida Menendez with St. Augustine ECO Tours for a 90-minute dolphin and nature trip. Boats are reserved for six passengers, so guides such as Lily and Zach can tailor the outing. Look for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, birds, and feeding activity while hearing local history along the way.

“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 time I’m in St Augustine.”

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14.St. Augustine: Expert-Led Dolphin & Wildlife Eco Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 12 reviews · 1h 30m · from $42

Join marine naturalists Katrina and Kevin aboard the 45-foot pontoon Osprey for a 90-minute cruise from Camachee Cove Marina. Watch for resident dolphins, manatees, turtles, and birds along St. Augustine’s Intracoastal Waterway, with wetland views, onboard snacks, and a bar for guests 21 and older.

“What a great adventure with my kids. We saw dolphins and even a manatee towards the end. Being on the boat with the breeze, passing the from such a good angle, made it very memorable. Our guide was well informed and funny, and the captain went above and beyond to help us see the wildlife. And to top it all off, they run a non-profit, that benefits, foster children.”

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