What makes Captain Experiences Damn Good?
Damn Good Guides
You will only find quality, vetted guides on Captain Experiences, and we know them all on a first-name basis.
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Our US-based team is available 24/7 to help you with any questions or concerns.
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We want to keep everyone safe, so if the weather is bad we'll work with you to reschedule at no cost.
4.9 / 5 Average Rating
We hand pick our Damn Good Guides, and our network spans across North America and beyond.
“Our Damn Good Guides go above and beyond, and we've handpicked every single one. We're passionate about the outdoors and look forward to getting you out on the trip of a lifetime, every time.”
Jonathan and Attison | Co-founders | Austin, Texas
Manatee Guides
Dolphin Watching, Birding, Shelling in Goodland
Shelling Trip
Eco Tour, Boat Cruise, Dolphin Watching in Port Orange
Island Cruise And More
Eco Tour, Boat Cruise, Sunset Cruise in Stuart
Romantic Sailing Charters
Eco Tour, Boat Cruise, Snorkeling in Stuart
Sailbrations: Coastal Adventures
Boat Cruise, Shelling, Booze Cruise in Fort Myers Beach
Island Living
Eco Tour, Dolphin Watching, Shelling in Marco Island
Shelling, Dolphin Watching And More
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Everything to Know About Booking a tours trip
What are the best manatee trips?
The best manatee trips are:
- 1st City Family Voyages guided by Elio M.
- Com'N'Getit Fishing Charters guided by Billy P.
- Spot Stalker Charters guided by Todd V. with 43 years of experience
- Louisiana Cajun Couyan Fishing Charters guided by Jason W.
- Puerto Rico Saltwater Experience guided by Rafael R.
Why should I book a manatee trip with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 15 private manatee trips, and the most popular trips are Sunsets / Dinner Cruises guided by Erinn, World Class Fishing! guided by Ron, and Saint Augustine Private Boat Tours guided by Elio.
Our guides are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 9498 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.
All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.
Looking for private kid friendly manatee trips? Check out our beginner and family friendly manatee trips.
What types of manatee trips are common?
Boat Cruise hunting is the most popular type of fishing for manatee as well as dolphin watching hunting, eco tour hunting, and sunset cruise hunting.
How much does a private manatee trip cost?
Prices for manatee can range anywhere from about $450 to $5,500, but the average price for a half day trip for manatee is $1,432. The average price for a full day trip for manatee is $4,575.
Is booking a guide worth the money?
Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.
Working with experienced guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is in the wild every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of having a great trip.
Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.
Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.
What month is best for manatee tours?
The most popular season for manatee tours is fall, and most people book their trips 21 days in advance.
