TourTruth score 9.4 out of 10
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Anna Maria Island Sunset Kayaking with Dolphins 2 hr
TourTruth score 9.3 out of 10
ExcellentTop 2% in Sarasota
163 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- Sarasota
- 2 hrs
- Updated November 2, 2026
Paddle Florida’s Gulf Coast at sunset, look for dolphins, and learn about their habitat on a guided Anna Maria Island kayaking tour.
About this tour
As the sun lowers over Florida’s Gulf Coast, paddle into the calm evening light and watch for dolphins along the water. This 2-hour Anna Maria Island sunset kayaking tour offers a close-up look at the coast’s natural beauty, with the chance to spot dolphins in their habitat.
Set out by kayak around Anna Maria Island, Bradenton, and St. Pete with a knowledgeable guide who shares insights into dolphin behavior and habitat. Kayaks, paddles, life jackets, and dry bags are provided, so you can focus on the scenery and the search for wildlife. Bring your own water and snacks for the outing.
Meet at the Manatee Avenue water access on Perico Island, near the bridge to Anna Maria Island and the Compass Hotel. Join this Anna Maria Island sunset kayaking tour for a memorable evening on the Gulf Coast.
Highlights
- Paddle through Gulf Coast waters in the golden light of sunset
- Look for dolphins around Anna Maria Island
- Hear guides share insights into dolphin behavior and habitat
What's included
Included
- Kayak
- Paddles
- Life jacket
- Dry bag
Ratings on each provider
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4.99 / 5 · 163 reviews
Important information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Bring your own water and snacks
- Meet at the Manatee Avenue water access on the westernmost point of Perico Island, between the bridge to Anna Maria Island and the Compass Hotel
- Call the provider with meeting-point questions
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.99 from 163 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
How the score works and rating distribution in Sarasota
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 9.3. Top 2% in Sarasota means it ranks in the top 2% of tours in Sarasota by this score.
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