Kayaking
Daytona Beach

Looking for kayaking in Daytona Beach? How about through the waterways of Ponce Inlet in one of our single, double, or junior-sized kayaks today! We are located between Daytona Beach and New Smyrna Beach, Florida.

Keep your eyes out for:

Dolphins
Manatees
Shells
Sand dollars

And of course, as an extra well be exploring spoil islands and the sand bars!

Leave from our state-of-the-art floating kayak launch and head straight for Dolphin cove. Dolphin Cove is a popular feeding area along-side the Ponce Inlet Jetty State Park and often has dolphin pods swimming and enjoying the waters.

Continue paddling around the mangrove bird nest Island watching the nestlings learning to fly. Make sure you stop and look for seashells and sand dollars at one of our spoil Islands.

What you can bring:

Snacks/Food
Beverages

Ponce Inlet is home to the most diverse estuary in North America making kayaking an unbelievable experience!

**Bonus: We also have an ice cream stand. Lots of delicious flavors, and doggie scoops on the house!

We also offer many other options like Dolphin & Manatee Tours.

Don't just take our word for it

Ponce Inlet Watersports - Manatee & Dolphin Boat Tours

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Eric H.

19:46 25 Jul 21

Capt Tom and his First Mate Bailey were awesome! we had a fun and enjoyable trip and even got to help find a Dolphin rescue. We all spotted a dolphin with some scarring, she took pics and notified someone about it. They were very informative which my family and I enjoyed!

Jared N.

02:57 25 Jul 21

Had an amazing time got to see lots of Dolphins! Stopped on a sandbar to pick up seashells. Great family trip! The crew was great!

Kenneth Q.

11:55 20 Jul 21

These guys are Awesome ,Beyond belief. If your looking to get out on the water in ponce Inlet/ New Smyrna Beach contact them for money well spent!

CJ S.

18:48 17 Jul 21

Gina & Captain Dan were awesome: friendly, experienced and funny! We were thankful to have found Ponce Inlet Watersports after a company in Clearwater canceled our dolphin tour at the last minute due to boat maintenance issues. And the Ponce Inlet price was phenomenal, more than worth it for the high quality experience, boat, and staff. It was fun to see the dolphins up close! Will definitely return with my family at a later date!

Jill L.

23:35 14 Jul 21

Our party of 7 had a great day today! Captain Jason and First Mate Gina were better than we could have hoped for! Super knowledgeable with the perfect mix of silly and adventure for my crew! They went out of their way to accommodate needs that pop up with little kids and made it thier mission to make sure everyone had a blast! Can't thank them enough! 😁

Jonathan O.

13:03 13 Jul 21

Great time on the Dolphin Tour! Boat was clean and my wife and I enjoyed the smooth ride around the bay. Gina was funny and made the trip very entertaining. Surprise stop on the island was good. Would recommend!

Reba Buwalda E.

23:27 12 Jul 21

Great time on the water. Saw tons of dolphins. Guides were fun and informative. Best part of our trip (said our daughter).

Brittany S.

02:52 12 Jul 21

Me and my daughter did a tour with Tom and Gina today and they where amazing we enjoyed the boat tour very much definitely recommend this place.

Angie Grubb Y.

11:26 11 Jul 21

Such a great time on the dolphin tour! We saw many dolphins and the captain stopped the boat so we could enjoy watching them.

Jenna H.

00:45 10 Jul 21

We saw a big group of dolphins and enjoyed watching them. We got to enjoy a beautiful island beach. We had a wonderful tour guide and captain.

James A. Cook J.

14:00 09 Jul 21

Went fishing with Captain Josh on a private charter. Had a great time. We caught fish and I enjoyed the trip.

Melissa M.

03:56 08 Jul 21

My family had the best time and can’t wait till next year.Everyone was so great and wonderful with the kids.

Kate Holloway L.

22:41 06 Jul 21

We love doing this tour every year that we come to visit! Gina told lots of jokes and made our experience wonderful! We will be back for many years to come!

Heather Hernandez M.

19:59 06 Jul 21

We kicked of our 4th of July with a Dolphin & Manatee boat tour and it was amazing. Captain Jason and Gina were fun, engaging & knowledgeable and the kids loved being Jr. captains!!! This is a must do experience.

Angela Nicole L.

01:51 06 Jul 21

We had a really good time today our guide was very charismatic and captain kept us alive and also was wonderful we will definitely do other adventures with this company!

Carrie M.

02:30 05 Jul 21

this was by far the best dolphin tour our family has ever been on! our Captain Jason and his mate, Gina, were so very personable and you can tell that they actually love what they do! we are from Nashville TN and we will be doing another tour when we come back for vacation with these awesome people! highly recommend!!! so much fun!!

Kim M.

02:22 05 Jul 21

The dolphin tour was awesome. Jason. and Gina made the cruise fun and entertaining. Will definitely be back again on our next vacation. Thanks for a great end to our vacation!!

Tara D. C.

23:30 04 Jul 21

We had a great time this afternoon! Thank you all so much for the laughs along the way. Truly amazing to see so many dolphins. The girls were thrilled!

Susan S.

19:17 04 Jul 21

Great way to spend a couple of hours! Scenic, slow paced tour with an excellent crew. Great for kids & adults. We would definitely do it again, many thanks to Captain Jason’s& First Mate Gina for working on the holiday!

Marisa Radha W.

19:12 04 Jul 21

Awesome day with Captain Ingram. We caught so many fish! And at least a dozen different varieties. Perfect day on the water.

Mara L.

03:27 04 Jul 21

Great experience with the Toms, very informative and entertaining. My daughter got to drive the boat, a very nice detail, recommended 100%.

Shane R.

22:30 03 Jul 21

This was a lot of fun. Saw dolphins and stopped at an island to collect shells. Had a great time on the ocean. Our tour guide was a lot of fun, very interactive... she even offered to take our picture together on the island stop. I highly recommend this tour.

danielle R.

18:20 03 Jul 21

Me and my family were unfortunately unable to go on the dolphin tour, due to illness, but received a call to reschedule, and my sister and her family were able to go in our stead, so all was not lost. They handled the changes easily, and were willing to go above and beyond. My sister and her family had a wonderful time, and said the staff were super knowledgeable about marine life.

Mary Ann G.

03:18 03 Jul 21

Captain John and first assistant Gina were so much fun ! Even though we did not see any manatees we saw several dolphins jumping out to the water and waking on the sand bar was truly a fun experience!! The gentleman who greeted us was very friendly I definitely recommend everyone to experience the tour!

Alexis H.

23:23 02 Jul 21

This was our first time to Florida and our first time seeing dolphins! The staff was awesome! Our children and us loved it! Highly recommend!

joel S.

13:10 02 Jul 21

My family and I decided to do the 10am dolphin and Manatee tour during our vacation on 6/29. We had such a fun time. Our son was so excited to get on a boat and search for wildlife. They provide adult and children lifejackets which is a HUGE plus. We got to see some of the native birds and a pod of dolphins too. I love that captain Tom will stop the boat and turn around when wildlife is spotted so everyone on the boat can see. Our guide Bailey was INCREDIBLY knowlageable about the area and wildlife too. The stop at shell island was also cool. You are able to get off the boat and walk the beach, get in the water, shell hunt ect. They provide shell bags for everyone too, and the shells are plentiful on this island. I would highly recommend this to anyone. Very family friendly, affordable, the staff is professional and funny too. Check them out on social media as well, they will post pictures from your tour also. Thank you captain Tom and tour guide Bailey!

Lesley C.

13:55 01 Jul 21

Our family did the 6:00 dolphin tour yesterday & absolutely loved it!!!! The guys definitely knew their stuff, they were super knowledgeable on surrounding wildlife & my husband and I loved the little historical facts they threw in there!! 10/10 would recommend, or in this case.. 4/4!! 🤓🙂🦀

Cheryl O.

17:15 30 Jun 21

We took my sister out to sea for the last time. A small informal celebration. JIffy and Captain Josh were absolutely wonderful - very caring, sincere and patience.
With our time schedule, Jiffy said he would take care of everything...AND he did !
Josh knew exactly when to help us and when to step back. His professionalism made our trip most memorable. Not only that, he's quite a character !! ...
For sure, we strongly and highly recommend this company AND Captain Josh .

Audrey Coppage H.

07:52 30 Jun 21

Captain and first mate very friendly and educational about Dolphins and manatees. Child friendly . Allowed them to sit at steering wheel of boat . Both of my nephews got too . One was 8 the other 11 (looks older ) but the captain allowed him to do when going faster on boat . This truly meant a lot to me and I know it effected Isaac. Thank you again . The best money spent on our trip from Kentucky . First time to Daytona area for me and first time ocean experience for my nephews . Highly recommend ! Also the first mate helped me on and off boat , which I truly appreciated .

Natalie C.

16:19 29 Jun 21

We just finished our dolphin and manatee tour with Captain Tom. It was fantastic!!! The view was beautiful, the breeze felt great, we got to see dolphins. His helper whose name I forget, 😩, was SUPER knowledgeable about all the animals and local know how. They were also hilarious. I would HIGHLY recommend this to to anyone!

Jacey O.

19:07 25 Jun 21

This was a fantastic experience! Everyone was wonderful and knowledgeable. Seeing the dolphins was amazing!!! Highly recommend!!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

P T

18:39 23 Jun 21

Wow! That’s all I can say. We booked a 4 hour charter and we were blown away! We had a great time and Captain Josh was amazing!!! Friendly, funny and knew his stuff. Don’t pass this up, if you want to book a charter, book here. 10/10. Next time we come back to Daytona, this is a definite again!!!

Justin D.

20:17 22 Jun 21

What a great day on the water! The boat caught around 30 fish. Including Whiting, Bonnethead Sharks, Puffers, Black Sea Bass, Pigfish, Catfish and Snapper! Everyone had a great time! Let’s just say we had a great Lunch at Hidden Treasure!

Kristine F.

17:54 22 Jun 21

We took the dolphin tour and it was the best!! We saw at least 20 dolphins and learned some great facts and loved stopping on the island with tide pools to explore. I highly recommend this tour if you are in the area!!

Kassie W.

02:56 21 Jun 21

We had the best time! Got to see dolphins, my youngest got to drive the boat and the stop at shell island was so much fun finding lots of neat shells!!

Maureen S.

22:24 19 Jun 21

We had a super FUN day out on the water with Captain Josh while fishing. He taught us a lot about fishing and we got to make some great catches! Big fish, little fish and we even got to see a shark up close when he took a bite out of one of the fish we had on our line! Overall great day!

Stephanie Marie M.

22:24 15 Jun 21

we had a great time during the tour. got to see lots of birds and some dolphins. I wish we had Gotten to see the dolphins more. Great spot to go on vacation.

Lindsey N.

22:01 14 Jun 21

FANTASTIC experience today! We absolutely loved Captain Josh in our private charter tour! So much fun and we caught two big Amberjacks and a SHARK! Will definitely be returning. Thanks for the wild experience!

avinash K.

19:07 08 Jun 21

The crew was wonderful and they gave us a jelly fish to hold and it was dropped back into the sea. They stopped at a small island for 10 mins which was a surprise . Overall it was a fun ride. Enjoyed completely

Caitlin M.

20:24 07 Jun 21

Wonderful experience!!! We didn't see manatees but got to see dolphins, different birds, a sea turtle, and learn alot about the area.The 2 gentlemen on the boat were amazing- very funny, knowledgeable, and entertaining.I would recommend to anyone coming to Daytona area to vacation.

Shalynn M.

05:56 03 Jun 21

Captain Tom and Andy were absolutely amazing! The little island we stopped at was gorgeous and perfect for a dive in the water. We did get to see a few dolphins and Andy had so many cool facts and stories about the history of Ponce Inlet. Tom was an absolute blast! The hospitality could not have been any better! We will definitely be back in the future!

Brita R.

12:49 01 Jun 21

I went parasailing with some friends at Ponce Inlet Watersports in Florida and it was so fun! We got on a boat to go out to the ocean to get into the open...

Emma W.

20:43 31 May 21

Great tour! Super cute tour guides, very knowledgeable and humorous. Definitely will be back on our next trip.

Emma B.

15:22 31 May 21

We really enjoyed this tour! The captain and guide were excellent at spotting and pointing out wildlife and had a great sense of humor while also being very informative! We were impressed with how knowledgeable the guide was. We had a lot of fun and saw jellyfish, dolphins, pelicans and many other birds! Definitely worth going on this tour!

Emma B.

15:21 31 May 21

Sandi K.

11:59 31 May 21

we had the best time with our family.the crew was very informative and nice.we will definitely be back.

Sarah L.

15:53 30 May 21

The two guys who took us out on the boat were super nice a d friendly! So smooth and amazing 🤩

Savannah N.

01:19 30 May 21

I want to make this about John !!!John was so nice,sweet helpful, professional !Everything was amazing about this place , even josh was cool , didn’t get to know him much . But everyone there had good personalities!Would do t again but not kayaking on the beach again lol , not because of anything they did wrong

Melody O.

19:43 29 May 21

We had a wonderful trip enjoyed the scenery even though the dolphins didn’t show up we had a great time!

Kelly N Matt M.

01:00 29 May 21

My family had a ton of fun. We did get to see some dolphins which made us better happy. The guides know a lot and are very nice!! We will visit again when we are back in FL

Nikki S.

12:27 28 May 21

We had the best time on the fishing trip!! Memories to last a lifetime 👏🏻❤️ awesome crew, and we highly recommend going!

Darin M.

18:08 26 May 21

We lived the dolphin tours! The tour guide and captain Chris were great! The tour was very intriguing to all ages and very informative and educational. I learned and good bit and seeing the dolphins were awesome. I actually found a sand dollar when we stopped on “Sand Dollar Island” also. Very affordable and fun for all ages!

Crystal M.

19:46 23 May 21

We went on boat tour and our guides were awesome and informative. Will definitely be back next time we are in town and would recommend!

John H.

02:53 23 May 21

Had a wonderful time with Capt. Josh recently. He was very personable, safety conscious, and a real help to a novice fisherman such as we had on board. Would gladly go bonitafishing with him again anytime.

Mary B.

01:35 22 May 21

I have lived in Florida for several years and love the water. My Granddaughter came to visit and we went on the dolphin tour. It was a fantastic time! The website was easy to use and setup the reservation. Everyone we had contact with was very professional. We saw several dolphins and several species of birds. The Captain and Mate were very knowledgeable. I would recommend this company and trip.

Shelby J.

18:05 18 May 21

The Boat Captain and guide were very knowledgeable. They had great stories and a great sense of humor. They had a good mix of humor with facts of the area and wildlife. They even pulled the boat up to disappearing island and let us off to take photos and explore a bit. I highly recommend this boat tour! Thanks for a memorable day!

Kimberly G.

04:08 18 May 21

We went on a 4 hour private charter with Captain Josh. He was phenomenal and made sure we were having a good time. He was very interactive with my 3 year old and I would highly recommend him to anyone. We will definitely be back in a few weeks.

Nancy Bulla B.

21:43 16 May 21

We had an absolutely fantastic captain and mate! They gave us some very interesting facts about pelicans and dolphins and fish. Super helpful when it came to taking the fish off the hook or actually catching someone else's hook LOL we had a great experience you definitely should go and find out for yourself!

Rin W.

00:01 15 May 21

Very awesome experience, being a native Florida boy I don’t get on the water much (3 times). I definitely have to do this again soon.

Thank you Matt & Ashley

Audrea D.

01:37 12 May 21

Great family experience and the workers are wonderful! So friendly, lots of humor, and great with kids. Will definitely go on a boat tour again when we come back! Highly recommended and very good pricing!

Cassandra R. S.

15:09 09 May 21

This was a really amazing experience for my family & I. We had nothing less of a great time on our dolphin tours. The girls were super nice & very knowledgeable. It was so beautiful & definitely worth the price. The kids loved stopping & getting off the boat to treasure hunt. The ice cream was delicious & all around a very memorable experience. They have so much to offer we will definitely be back. Highly recommended.

Susan B.

22:56 01 May 21

Very nice and informative staff. We had a great time I would recommend to anyone looking for something to do

Kim A.

18:23 21 Apr 21

They were very polite and helpful when I needed help getting on and off the boat. They knew all about the wildlife Thank you guys

Pamela J R.

22:31 15 Apr 21

We had a great time on our dolphin tour today. Well worth the cost to see dolphins and hear about the other wildlife and stories.

Adrian B.

11:03 14 Apr 21

My Family did a 2 hour private charter with Captain Josh and can't say enough good things. Josh is very knowledgeable of the eco system, knows good spots to look at dolphins and did a great job interacting with my 5 year old. We had some good laughs and will absolutely recommend and do this again next time we are in town..

B. A. L.

23:34 13 Apr 21

I wish I could remember their names but the all-female crew was very cool and most informative!!The tour was great with many dolphin sightings and much information about them.We highly recommend Ponce Inlet Watersports!

Stefanie B.

02:48 12 Apr 21

We went on the 4pm dolphin tour and my son got to help drive....huge highlight and memory made! Also enjoyed watching the dolphins and hearing fun facts shared along the way

Paul Golden (Paul G.

23:10 10 Apr 21

Had a great time with my wife and two teenage daughters on the beautiful Ponce de Leon inlet. Very enjoyable boat ride and we saw multiple dolphins. Would definitely recommend.

Danielle D.

19:06 10 Apr 21

Manatee and Dolphin boat tour with Danielle and her co captain was amazing!!! We got see dolphins and other wildlife ;) we also got to stop at seashell island and gather some shells to take home! The girls are EXTREMELY knowledgeable and I learned many things that I didn't know, or assumed I knew on the tour. If your ever wondering if you should do a manatee and dolphin tour, I 100% say go for it. Even if I didn't see any wild life, the tour guides knowledge, company and cruising on the boat was worth it to me! 10/10 recommend.

Donna Lionello Boll R.

01:08 10 Apr 21

great place to go kayaking!! Everyone was very nice and helpful,gave us tips where to go and what to see. Beautiful there. I go back every week now. Highly recommend.

Zach T.

14:25 09 Apr 21

fantastic trip especially for only $25 a person
the crew was extremely knowledgeable, fun and kind.
Will definitely use them for future watersport vacation fun

Clint K.

02:08 09 Apr 21

I took my 4 kids (16, 16, 14, 9) fishing with Captain Josh. He was very friendly and knowledgeable about fishing. He put us on lots of fish and big fish! We all had a blast and had many laughs. I would definitely recommend fishing with Josh if you want a great experience. He went above and beyond to make sure my family had a great fishing adventure! Thank you Josh!!!

Rosa N. P.

22:56 04 Apr 21

We enjoyed our Dolphin Tour! We rode with Danielle today for the 2pm trip. Saw quite a few dolphins socializing.

Melissa B.

01:05 04 Apr 21

Had an amazing time on the Dolphin Tour today. Captain John and crew were great. They were all very knowledgeable and funny. Definitely recommend Ponce Inlet Watersports!!

Rob C.

01:11 03 Apr 21

A repeat customer. Would not go anywhere else for fishing or other activities. Great time had saw dolphins, turtles and a wide variety of other wildlife. Made memories and had a great time. Highly recommend this place, they will take of you and you'll have a great time!!!!

Tashua A.

11:56 31 Mar 21

Our tour was amazing! And the tour guide are awesome! It was so beautiful on the tour and got to see a lot. And we got to see them save a sea turtle who was hurt badly. The tour was truly amazing. Fantastic communication. Answered all your questions. Very family friendly! You can see the passion they have for the ocean.

Traci S.

01:24 31 Mar 21

Absolutely fantastic boat tour! It was easy to make a reservation and they communicated with our group all the way until our tour. We actually got a flat tire in our rental on the way and they even waited for us to arrive. Tom the captain and Tom the biologist were awesome! And we actually rescued an injured sea turtle ❤️ I would definitely come back! Thank you guys for such an amazing experience! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Rachel Khristine P.

20:56 30 Mar 21

what a great tour and friendly staff! we were very happy with our ride. We can't wait to take our grandson here! thank you for a wonderful first time dolphin tour!!

Sara R.

19:17 30 Mar 21

We were questioning if we made the right decision to take two, two and under on the boat tour!! It was worth it (with plenty of snacks). The tour guides make the experience so worth it and the stop at the end to explore was the perfect ending! Thank you 😊

Amanda D.

12:16 30 Mar 21

Had a great day! Captain Josh was super accommodating and knowledge about the area. Even though it was a chilly day we had a great time!

Brittany L.

20:23 29 Mar 21

Our experience was pretty amazing! Not everyone caught a fish but the experience made up for it! We learned that you are able to hold these type of jelly fish and we even seen dolphins while on our fishing trip. It was a little chilly and our tour guide offered his jacket to my daughter. I would highly recommend for a family outing while visiting!

Cassie L.

23:58 28 Mar 21

Honestly the best boat tour I’ve been on! They make you feel so welcome and it’s so fun. Seen dolphins and a baby sea turtle. Told us some really interesting information. Just all around amazing!!

Kelly Kay G.

00:41 27 Mar 21

We went on the dolphin tour today, Tom & Rayvac (hopefully spelt right) were absolutely amazing! We had a great time and only wish the tour was a bit longer! They were very knowledgeable and fun! We will be back! -The WI crew.

Jess

19:03 25 Mar 21

Very kid and family friendly. The two staff members on board made sure everyone was safe and well informed. Even though there were many kids on board making it hard to hear the lady giving interesting facts and stories, it did not bother them one bit. We booked a tour on my son's birthday and they made him feel extra special by having the whole boat of people sing happy birthday to him. I would recommend anyone who wants a family friendly, fun boat ride on the intercoastal waterway to book with them.

Danielle K.

22:42 21 Mar 21

I love the fact they're very knowledgeable on animal life I also got got to hold a jellyfish with a crab in it pretty neat

Jamie R.

18:09 21 Mar 21

My husband and I are locals and we go to Ponce Inlet Watersports for pretty much everything water related. Kayak rentals are always cheap and convenient. All of the staff is above and beyond the best but we are partial to Captain John for fishing charters. Whether or not we catch the big one, we always learn something new! It’s so awesome to see Ponce Inlet in a different perspective on the water. If you aren’t interested in fishing, the eco tours are reasonable and you get the same experience on the water. Anytime friends and family visit we always send them to Ponce Inlet Watersports. Literally couldn’t say enough good things about them!

Jen N.

14:01 20 Mar 21

My Daughter and I took the Dolphin Manatee 90 minute boat tour and really enjoyed it! Right from the parking lot to the boat, the staff was amazing, helpful, and kind. Our boat tour started a bit late due to a large group running behind, but the crew was fantastic. The cruise itself was beautiful, on a hot sunny day, no manatees, but a handful of dolphins, birds, and jelly fish. A quick stop at a little beach was nice and the crew really cares about the environment and the animals which is really nice. Highly recommend and we will be back!

Nicole R.

00:42 18 Mar 21

Super knowledgeable and friendly staff! These guys truly care about the animals/environment! 💗

Roseddy Balaban M.

03:00 17 Mar 21

An hour and a half on the water on a beautiful Florida afternoon. Informative skipper and first mate. Sea turtles, dolphins, pelicans and the Coast Guard. What’s not to like? 🌞🐬

Jamie H.

20:50 14 Mar 21

We were in for bike week and took a 90 minute dolphin Manatee tour which we were talked into by one of the employees. I couldn’t believe the quality of the trip for the price.

We saw many dolphins in the wild and although we didn’t see any manatees, We got a very thorough education about The channels, inlets, and safety while navigating them, as well as a front row seat to the wildlife preservation efforts of the staff. It is clear that everyone on the boat had a heart toward preserving the animals. The animals seem the priority for the crew and that was very touching to see. We learned about all of the wildlife that we did spot along the shoreline. We learned about mangroves and oyster beds. (Ouch!) we had a great stop at Shell Island as well. I mean the island was just OK but my smoking friends were really happy for the break. It doesn’t hurt that an ice cream boat showed up “conveniently“ upon our arrival and one of my biker friends decided to treat the boat. If you are a smoker I highly recommend this move so that the tour keeps the stop at Shell Island. I mean there really isn’t a lot of shelling to be done there... do you know what I mean?LOL.

Captain Daniel and first mate Amber treated everybody with dignity and respect no matter how they were dressed. In fact,every staff member from the parking attendant to the trainees It was an excellent, customer-first focused individual. Terrific outing. highly recommend.

Shannon C.

22:56 13 Mar 21

Our captain and crew were great! Very informative and we had a great time. Got to see plenty of dolphins and we even stopped so they could help a sea turtle. Definitely recommend!!

Kim H.

13:02 13 Mar 21

Nice little boat ride. Saw quite a few dolphins. There was a bit of chop so no manatees. Our crew was very knowledgeable and provided great information about what we were seeing and information about the area. Would definitely recommend.

Larry K.

02:47 11 Mar 21

The jet ski rental was off the charts!!! We had a great day, and spur of the moment decided to walk over and ask if the jet skis were rentals. We were pleasantly welcomed, booked, and riding almost immediately. We even saw dolphins!! Absolutely excellent!!!! We truly had a great time!!! Highly recommend!!!!

M. W.

02:22 07 Mar 21

Great ride in the boat yesterday seeing dolphins, birds, fish, boats and searching for Shells.The girls were really knowledgeable and friendly.

Nikki Gasparovic K.

10:16 01 Mar 21

This was a lot of fun! My 2 year old got to honk the horn and we saw quite a few dolphins. My 15 year old thought it was mediocre, but she also believes in horoscopes, so she’s not one to rely on for opinions. Lol. Beautiful tour, great company, would definitely do it again!

Liza F.

23:46 27 Feb 21

had a great time today at the dolphin and manatee tour. no manatees but plenty of close up encounters with dolphins!!! will definitely go back.

Laura D.

01:54 25 Feb 21

We caught the last boat tour at 4pm on a whim. So glad we did. Our crew included Ashley and Danielle. They were fun, informative, and real! We had a 7 and 11 year old with us and they loved it as well. We are outdoorsy people and love adventure. This was right up our alley. Wish we would have known more about Ponce Inlet before the day started . We would have spent more time in the area including the bays and swimming beaches.

Janet R.

23:36 24 Feb 21

Captain Danielle was awesome and super knowledgeable, as was Danielle. This is a great way to relax!

Yvonne S.

17:13 05 Feb 21

It was a good little boat ride. Saw several dolphins and stopped at a little Island for shell collecting. They were very nice people 😊

Darryll C.

18:31 30 Jan 21

If your looking for a fun day outside, check this place out. Tours on the water, boat rentals and great ice cream stand. Lots of delicious flavors, great service and doggie scoops on the house! Kita loved her ice cream and mine too!

Joe S

19:43 27 Jan 21

We had an incredible time on a 2 hour private charter (very reasonably priced), with the very best, Captain Josh. Saw tons of dolphins and other ocean life, stopped at a small island, and learned a lot. Would easily do it again, and maybe go fishing too.

Toni Rae J.

21:32 21 Jan 21

Terrific experience!! Captain Danielle and First Mate Ashley made the experience so fun. Saw dolphins, mom and baby along with others. Water so very clear. Loved the island stop. What made it the best was the stories and the knowledge about the wildlife and the area. You could feel their passion for the water and the area. Do it! Felt a freedom on the water.

Ashley N.

20:01 21 Jan 21

For sure recommend this company and the dolphin tour. The people who work for this business is so sweet! The two women who lead our tour for super knowledgeable and interacted a lot with us. Only thing I wish was that the stop at the island was longer. It was so beautiful!

Ashley C.

19:57 21 Jan 21

This tour was amazing! We did a dolphin tour. The girls who lead our tour were very knowledgeable about the birds and sea life. They were sweet and helpful. They also interacted with our kiddos a lot! We would use this business again for sure! The only thing I wish was that the island stop was a little longer. It was so beautiful!

Bill N.

03:16 18 Jan 21

Great day with them while on manatee and dolphin tour. They even gave us some tips on other places to see manatees specially with the cold weather. We will definitely be going again

Shannon L.

17:52 11 Jan 21

What a wonderful, relaxing day! We saw birds and dolphins and sunshine!The people were very informed and shared a lot of information and seem to know the...

Cathy J.

03:47 03 Jan 21

Great guide and captain! This is such a fun tour. We saw so many dolphins and we made fun memories to last a lifetime.

Tara D.

01:56 07 Dec 20

Amazing time and experience!!!!!! Ladies were so fun and super informative!!!!! Worth every penny!!!!!!

Roy F.

00:52 04 Dec 20

Even with cancellations due to weather issues and a minor issue with the boat delaying our trip, everyone was super accommodating.

Robin T.

03:06 29 Nov 20

Fantastic way to spend the afternoon. We learned a bunch about the animals and plants of the area. Our guide was extremely interesting and kept us all enthralled.

Cheri Chaplin B.

23:19 17 Nov 20

had a great time on dolphin and manatee boat tour today. followed a dolphin for quite awhile as we thought it was injured. the guides were so professional and concerned for the dolphin. waiting to hear the outcome. highly recommend.

Veronica P.

00:07 15 Nov 20

What a wonderful day! We had a 2hour private boat charter with captain John and Josh. We brought our 6 year old and 2.5 year old with us and we all had a blast! We caught many fish and a sting ray! We saw beautiful dolphins and had a very beautiful day. Captain John and josh were amazing with our kids and gave us knowledge on every fish we caught. And we had such amazing fun conversation. It was like being out with friends! We will definitely be planning more trips! Thank you so much! This was a perfect birthday gift for my husband!

Anita B.

22:00 06 Nov 20

Doc and Ashley were great!! I caught more fish than I ever have. Took the fillets next door and had them for lunch. Great people, great views, great fun!!

Elena Maria A.

19:30 05 Nov 20

we really enjoyed our back water fishing trip. it was so much fun and amazing. The crew was fun and very helpful. you don't want to miss out on this trip. we loved it.

Andrea Smoot J.

21:45 28 Oct 20

We had a great fishing trip with Captain John! He was great help and lots of fun! We caught 10 different kinds of fish! And to top it off I caught a Shark! Great time! Definitely will do again!

Chad H.

01:06 23 Oct 20

it is definitely a something everyone should do if they visit DAYTONA area weather u do the ecotour or fish charter its a very reasonable price a great time and even greater people cant say thank u enough u guys are awesome

Lyndsey A.

14:16 18 Oct 20

We had John as our boat captain, and he was absolutely amazing!! Everyone at this facility is so friendly and welcoming. The time on the charter boat was so much fun!! 10 out of 10 would recommend this excursion while visiting Daytona beach!!

Greg D.

14:48 17 Oct 20

Time of our lives! Fair price and we reeled in some nice ones! John Ingram was our guide and I can't express how knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful he...

Shari Rhoades M.

14:23 15 Oct 20

Hailey and Captain Ingram treated us to a lovely tour. We saw many dolphins and even a spinning shark! Hailey does a nice job explaining what we are seeing. Recommend!

Solange N.

02:03 13 Oct 20

It was a great day with the family.
We enjoyed the dolphins...
Beautiful and safe place. I recommended.
Thanks!

Anita E.

06:46 28 Sep 20

great time! seen lots of dolphins! have done lots of excursions while traveling.. this was by far the cheapest and just as good as any other!

Nikki S.

00:30 28 Sep 20

My family and I had a great tour with Hailey and Danielle! They were informative and interactive with us. I would recommend that everyone go see them while they’re in Ponce Inlet.

Mark P D.

13:32 20 Sep 20

We had a great time fishing with these guys....very relaxed and our guide knew the areas well enough so we could have a few nice catches...they were very courteous and helpful the entire time!

Rowena T.

22:05 06 Sep 20

I cannot thank Doc and Ashley enough for my first time fishing experience. Very customer oriented, taught me to bate a hook, cast and fish and I brought in four fish, a nice red, a black drum, and two jacks. Great trip, would absolutely fish with them again.
Doc knew exactly where to go to hit the fishing holes. Doc filleted all the fish for us and then we headed to “Off the Hook” up the street from the marina and they cooked all our fish for us. Delicious! Thank you again Doc and Ashley!!!

Michelle K.

14:56 06 Sep 20

Chartered a boat for 4 hours with another family. It was amazing! Captain John is great with kids and told us all about ponce inset and dolphins. We saw...

Lise G.

14:58 28 Aug 20

We've been out with Brian for his SUP tour twice now and we'll definitely be back! Brian is extremely knowledgeable and funny. Could not recommend this tour...

Helen M.

19:51 25 Aug 20

I have been on the dolphin/ manatee tour and now the 4 hour fishing tour. both captains and mates were extremely friendly and helpful. Both tours were just an all around relaxing experience. We saw several dolphins . We will definitely be back and this is now a must when family comes to visit.

Renee C.

19:20 20 Aug 20

What a wonderful tour. We only saw 2 dolphins but tons of birds and LOTS of info from the 2 young ladies. They we awesome. I will definitely try some of their other services.

Curtis V.

15:04 19 Aug 20

had a great time..captain John took good care of us and was awsome with the kids.. and wait to come back here again

Michelle B.

19:08 14 Aug 20

Went out with Captain Doc. He put me on some big fish. I told him I wanted to catch a shark. As you can see Doc delivered.
Great guys to fish with. Very knowledgeable about the fish in the area.
Highly recommend fishing with these guys.

Ashlee Adams S.

23:43 09 Aug 20

Ingram and Bailey were very friendly and informative. Our family truly enjoyed our tour with them today.

Sheri Murphy M.

19:21 08 Aug 20

We took the Eco Tour today. Captain Ingram and First Mate Bailey made sure we had a great time! Saw lots of dolphins and learned a lot about the area! Beautiful boat ride and some island time that locals and tourists alike will enjoy! Thank you for a great experience!!!

Jen P.

13:23 08 Aug 20

Thank you Brian for being such an amazing and knowledgeable paddle board guide! It was our first time being on the boards and we had an awesome time. Highly, Highly recommend everyone go!
*Shout out to Jess & Shelby for showing my daughter & I around too.

Tonya J.

00:29 07 Aug 20

Had an awesome time on our dolphin tour we got to see dolphins, manatees, birds and got to find some shells

Kaleb T.

23:27 05 Aug 20

they are the team you want when going to the backwaters. we had so much fun and we will be coming back as soon as we can. thanks yall so much!

Reagan H.

16:45 02 Aug 20

John was our captain and he made the experience ! He was so kinda and informative. We truly had a great time and we will definitely be back next year. THANK YOU JOHN 😊

Kelly F.

12:37 01 Aug 20

We chartered a 4 hour boat ride yesterday to kick off our vacation. Our 3 kids wanted to fish and go tubing and Captain John was amazing with them. We had a blast, he was kind and patient with the kids and we made some amazing memories! My daughter is already asking to go back! This is definitely something we will do again- highly recommend!

Kathie Spain D.

18:12 30 Jul 20

love this place and Jiffy is a cool guy😎 friendly staff and they always do their best to accommodate! 👍

Robyn Rowe C.

14:22 21 Jul 20

4 Hour Private Boat Tour was awesome! The whole family enjoyed the ecotour, island/sandbar hopping and tubing! Captain John is cool, informative, fun and safety minded. This is the best way to enjoy the water without bringing your own boat. Well worth it and plan to come back to fish with Capt John next time.

Allison Evatt M.

21:12 15 Jul 20

We loved hearing the dolphins communicate with the underwater microphone! Thanks so much for a great day on the water.

April C.

03:19 12 Jul 20

we went for a private charter tour today. it was amazingly fun and we could do whatever we wanted for 4 hours. trust me you want the 4 because you just cant get enough. the views were beautiful and captain john was a champ and keeping you happy. great guy, down to earth , great with kids. all around wonderful experience and will do again next time. he even filled the fish we caught to take home. dont miss out. if your thinking about it just do it you wont regret it. see yall next year!!! ps. the dolphin and manatee tour was also amazing. we went on both and well worth it.

Becky A.

20:24 10 Jul 20

My husband and I went paddle boarding with Brian and it was an amazing experience. Was much better than I expected. I absolutely recommend. We will come back every year. Thanks Brian!!!

Megan W.

01:49 10 Jul 20

My daughter and I really enjoyed our paddle board tour with Brian. He was very personable and fun! He was so sweet helping my daughter who was a bit apprehensive on the paddle board. I highly recommend this tour!

Laura J Delph M.

18:57 09 Jul 20

Rob and Amber were amazing, funny and full of information. This is my 3rd time doing one of your tours. Always professional and fun.

Marcy M.

12:12 06 Jul 20

We had a fantastic 4 hour boating trip. Captain John was funny, knowledgeable and personable. His priority was making sure we had a great morning on the...

Jessica M.

22:43 04 Jul 20

We did the dolphin tour one day and then decided to do a private charter the next. Both trips were above and beyond what we expected.
Captain John and Captain Danielle are wonderful on the dolphin tour. Very knowledgeable about the wildlife and the area.
Captain John took us out for our private charter.
We had an amazing time with both trips and cannot wait to do it again!

Rebecca Y.

17:50 01 Jul 20

We just went this morning! Captain doc and Billie (I think that was her name, I didn’t catch it) was amazing. My husband and I will definitely be back! They were very informative, very professional, and helped you with anything you needed! Couldn’t rave more about this place!

Michelle R.

01:27 29 Jun 20

Our family had a spectacular experience with Captain John. He was extremely knowledgeable, very personable and was excellent with our children. He made their desires and expectations a priority and they had a blast tubing. I would strongly recommend Ponce Inlet Watersports.

Brittany M.

20:03 28 Jun 20

The eco tour was our favorite time during our trip to Daytona! Captain rob and Ashley were great guides who are there to have fun with you! I strongly recommend ponce inlet water sports! We can’t wait to go back and Paddleboard with them next time!

Angie Smithwick H.

15:34 28 Jun 20

We had a great time on our Eco Dolphin Tour...Ms. Ashley and the Captain were great! Made the boat ride fun and educational. We saw so many dolphins and got to go on a little island were we got seashells and saw a hermit crab. I highly recommend this tour.

Cathleen M.

17:42 27 Jun 20

We had a great time kayaking with our family here! Service was awesome and the views were even better!

Kristi H.

19:51 26 Jun 20

We had an awesome time today with Captain Rob and Ashley. We saw three or four manatees and a pod of dolphins with their babies. This is a fantastic company...

Daryl H.

01:22 26 Jun 20

We had a great relaxing day on the water. The Captain and the guide were very knowledgeable but not scripted. We will definitely do this again in the future.

Marschell C.

13:43 25 Jun 20

My son and I had the best time! They were so informative and the view was amazing! Dolphin and manatee tour is definitely worth it! I’ll be back

Awilda L.

21:39 23 Jun 20

Parasailing was the best thing there! The crew members were very professional and obviously can tell they love what they do and did an amazing job at it felt safe!

Des R.

03:00 23 Jun 20

Was a great experience, didn’t really have a set up for social distancing but they were super friendly, gave great service, we saw tons of dolphins and even got to hear them clicking and squeaking. Our kids had a ton of fun and we enjoyed the whole thing.

Kevin Van G.

10:07 22 Jun 20

Fantastic job!
The entire crew was very well informed made it fun for all the kids aboard.
Great way to spend part of your day seeing and learning about the local area.
Reasonably priced don’t forget to bring some cash for a nice tip they work very hard for you.

Stephanie S.

19:43 20 Jun 20

Rob and Pete were super fun and helped us bait up our lines every time!! He even let my son help "drive" the boat and fillet the fish he caught at the end of the trip 💙

Jana H.

19:40 19 Jun 20

Truly a beautiful trip full of fun facts and entertaining information and beautiful wild life is everywhere!

Lakyn G.

02:04 19 Jun 20

We had so much fun! Although our mate got a speeding ticket on the way to work causing us to have a little bit of a wait! Lol
They defiantly made it up to us by taking us to see a maternity pod of dolphins!
Super knowledgeable and interesting tour!

April Long B.

22:54 15 Jun 20

We had the best time .. The staff was very knowledgeable and friendly and treated us like Family. I highly reecomend to anyone.. This was the highlight of our trip

Liz Griffin H.

15:56 12 Jun 20

Great tour! Easy to get on and off the boat for all ages. very friendly and knowledgeable staff. My kids loved it

Donna Seig K.

01:56 12 Jun 20

these were the best that I have dealt with and laughed my butt off during the whole trip. it was very nice. Everyone had fun on this trip. could have asked for more.

Crissy A.

01:16 10 Jun 20

The Eco tour was great today. Staff was great interacting with everyone especially the kids! We got to spend a lot of time watching the dolphins playing. The kids also enjoyed shell hunting on the nearly deserted beach we got off the boat to explore.

Elizabeth S.

22:49 09 Jun 20

We all loved the Eco tour and had a great day. The weather was absolutely perfect and our captain and guide were extremely friendly and knowledgeable.

Jenni Hines S.

19:23 01 Jun 20

We had a great day with Captain John and Captain Bob! They turned a difficult situation into a very fun outing. We would do it again. The whole staff was terrific!👍🏻

Rebecca V.

02:45 29 May 20

Today, May 28, 2020, we went on the 2 pm Eco tour. We were greeted with a warm welcome and an easy check in at the office to begin. Shortly after check in we boarded the boat with Danielle and Captain Rob. We learned so much about the history and wildlife around us, all while enjoying a nice breeze on the boat. Both informative and fun!!

A stop to a sandbar/island area to collect shells was a delight. Capt. Rob even took his flip flops off and went in knee deep water to grab a she'll my husband spotted from shore. Danielle helped identify and gather shells too. It was so nice to chat and share the excitement of our finds with them.

We will definitely be making regular trips out with them and bringing our out of town visitors too.

Thanks to the staff and crew! 👏👍🛥️🐚🐬

Kayla K.

10:45 28 May 20

We went inland fishing and it was AWESOME! We had such a great time. Our captain, John, was the best! He was very outgoing and personable, and knew all the...

Joan K.

21:17 30 Mar 20

Our second day with Captain John was just as enjoyable as our first. We really did not want to come home ever!! Highly recommend, plan the trip as you like, fishing, tubing, water skiing or happy hour your choice. We will defiantly be back, our new favorite place.

Courtney J.

13:05 24 Mar 20

We had a great time yesterday! We saw some dolphins, my 5 yr old drove the boat and had a great time collecting seashells on seashell beach! Rob and Hailey were great!!

Joe M.

18:21 23 Mar 20

We took a private fishing trip with Capt. John and had a great time. Fishing was a little slow to start, but Capt. John kept working and put us on some fish towards the end of our trip. We had great conversation and were able to catch 6 or 7 different species of fish, and took 2 red fish, a black drum and a blue fish home. We will definitely come back if we get the chance....thank you!!

Skyler A.

03:55 21 Mar 20

Overall, the staff is amazing and so humorous. I had a very great time from seeing the dolphins to getting off on the island across from the light house. I 1000000% recommend to those visiting Daytona Beach and Florida as a whole, definitely worth the money! :)

Tami Hammack H.

21:46 18 Mar 20

We’ve been fishing with Water Sports for 10 years. Every Ormond vacation we come fishing. Use to fish with Capt. John and been with Captain Doc and Kristie the past two years. Very knowledgeable, help you with everything, and get a eco trip along with the fishing. You won’t find a better place on the Atlantic. Top notch! We tell everyone!

Hailey L.

16:30 18 Mar 20

Looking for something to do during all this social distancing! Come on a boat tour in one of our wide open aired boats and explore our little town of ponce inlet! Want a relaxing day of fishing we have several fishing trip options as well as kayaks and paddle board rentals and tours! Come on down we are open!

Lisa D.

18:37 14 Mar 20

Well worth the cost!!! Great and attentive crew! I can only say go! This is a great time! We saw dolphins, birds and caught lots of varied kinds of fish! Our 7 year old granddaughter had a blast!

Debra C.

03:40 06 Mar 20

Knowledgeable staff and so friendly. They made the trip so much fun and when we spotted a lot of dolphins they asked the passengers if we had any later plans as we could stay and watch even longer if everyone was good with that. Thanks and had. Wonderful trip. We will go again

Monica Ann C.

21:56 04 Mar 20

Amazing tour! 15/10 would recommend to anyone who wants to learn a little and have fun! I only wish I would have had cash on me to tip! The guide and the captain were phenomenal!

Amy B.

16:28 03 Mar 20

Had so much fun on the eco cruise! Great location with great local restaurants , lighthouse across the street, great staff...everyone there was really fun and friendly! Can’t wait to come back!

Kelsey T.

21:51 29 Feb 20

We had a great time on our tour! We saw a bunch of dolphins, and they were great with our little kids!

Samantha H.

16:28 28 Feb 20

Amazing dolphin trip yesterday at 2pm, the captain and skipper were fantastic and our boys loved it. Would definitely recommend!

Alicia M.

23:54 19 Feb 20

Had such an AWESOME day fishing with Capt. Doc and Capt. Kristi! They were entertaining, knowledgeable about local info and habitats, and Capt Doc had great fishing spots. They were very helpful with my kids 7 and 9 with bare and taking the fish off. One of our boat mates even caught a Monster Red Fish. Such a fun day!! Everyone caught multiple fish! I highly recommend them.

Paula T.

20:03 18 Feb 20

Great time! We’ve done it all - parasail, eco-tours, and 4 hour fishing cruise. Christy is amazing and a wealth of knowledge! Love hearing her stories and the history of the area! Thanks guys!

Tina A.

20:38 16 Feb 20

Awesome tour very informative and FUN!!..
It is a Must Do while in south Daytona area... right by lighthouse and Hidden Treasure.
Great Captain and 1st mate

Julie R.

20:37 16 Feb 20

It was a great tour! our captains were wonderful and knowledgeable! highly recommend. awesome to see the dolphins in the wild

Susanne C.

23:39 14 Feb 20

My Husband & I went on a boat ride yesterday through Ponce Inlet and loved it! Danielle did a great job explaining about all the species along the Lagoon. We said beautiful birds and dolphins! Thank you!!

Laney B.

21:01 29 Jan 20

We went on the dolphin and manatee eco tour yesterday and came back today for the private fishing charter. Had a great time on both. I highly recommend the fishing charter, great fun for the entire family.

Roxanne P.

00:04 14 Jan 20

great day, the Captain and mate were knowledgeable and friendly and did a lot of interaction with us on the tour. My grandchildren loved it and were excited to see dolphins. Thank you!

Chris L.

15:33 05 Jan 20

It was a great tour with Captain John & Hayley—very informative about the marine life/birds & the area.
Thank you!

Scott B.

02:03 30 Dec 19

We had a great time on our tour with Capt. John and First Mate Danielle. They were both very knowledgeable and had just the right touch of humor to keep it fun and entertaining. Highly recommend them to anyone looking to do a tour in this area.

Holly Joy G.

17:55 29 Nov 19

5 Stars
Doc, Kristi, & Hailey were amazing. We had so much fun fishing we went twice! Thank you for taking us out.

Jill Adametz F.

16:30 16 Nov 19

We had a great time on this super relaxing boat tour. Hailey was a great tour guide- we learned a lot and she answered all of our questions. Also, We got to see dolphins!!!! I really appreciated their love for what they do. I would definitely recommend this tour!

Jennifer Y.

18:47 07 Nov 19

We had a wonderful Captain and first mate!! They were very attentive and knowledgeable about the area. I don't know how to fish and neither do my 8 and 7 year olds, but we all ended up catching fish and had a great time. You can't go wrong with the price either. I would highly recommend!! Thanks for a great experience and if I'm ever in the Daytona area again, I would definitely do the fishing charter everytime!

Jamie V.

06:53 04 Nov 19

My family decided to do the dolphin and manatee eco tour. It's a 90 minute boat ride down the the intracoastal waterway. Our tour guides were fun and...

Erik T.

12:53 03 Nov 19

$25 for 90 minutes, Worth every penny.Saw 5-6 dolphins in a pod and they were playing and jumping out of the water. No manatees now that the water is...

Samantha Koluch R.

19:54 02 Nov 19

The owner was very friendly. Took time out of his day to communicate with the customers. Captain Rob, and assistance Ashley were amazing and very knowledgeable. I would 100% recommend this boat ride. 11/2/2019

Tammy Mydlarz G.

12:52 10 Oct 19

We had a great time. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. The dolphin watch tour is great for every age. Would highly recommend it.

Daniel R.

13:47 04 Oct 19

A very enjoyable and informative boat ride and visit to the beach of a nearby island ! Thank You Danielle and Capt Rob ! And thank you for the photos that you took and posted ! I’ll try to share a few that I took also. Best Wishes

Michael J.

15:35 29 Sep 19

Customer service was great.. The price is very reasonable and The crew was very knowledgeable about the area.. And most of Kid Friendly..

Joan E.

04:12 27 Sep 19

Great Captains Doc and Cristy. Everyone was great, good fishing, and fantastic ride with excellent info. Well worth the trip. This was our second time and once again had a great day.

Cameron S.

17:58 26 Sep 19

Had an awesome time with family that came down to visit us from Indiana. Captain Dave, and I believe his name was Nick, and the photographer were all great! Definitely recommend checking this place out if you get the chance. I went parasailing in Key West and bought the photographers SD card with the pictures and videos and they were so terrible. The pictures and videos that Ponce Inlet Water Sports take are so crystal clear!

Leah Killian D.

14:54 20 Sep 19

Our 8 and 5 year old sons have been wanting to fish in the ocean like on the show Catching Monsters but also wanted to see wild life and find some seashells. I contacted Ponce inlet water sports and they recommended chartering a boat with Captain John. Our 4 hour fishing, dolphin and seashell finding boat ride was nothing short of fantastic. Captain John was great with our kids (and our 17 month old!!) and we all had so much fun. We caught several different type of fish and some were keepers that we took home and ate for dinner. I highly recommend them. We will be back next year!

Andy W.

01:03 12 Sep 19

Did the dolphin and manatee tour on Tuesday and went backwater fishing on Wednesday. Had a great time on both.
We found them last year during our visit and couldn’t wait to return again this year. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff.
Highly recommend, you won’t be disappointed.

Essie B.

19:51 27 Aug 19

Friendly staff .... We enjoyed the manatee/dolphins eco tour 8/26 and parasailing 8/27 . Thank you guys .

Michelle Farler E.

20:14 15 Aug 19

I highly recommend the back water fishing with captain John!!! He is an amazing guide and a genuinely nice person! We had so much fun, he told us a little about the area and got us set up quickly. We caught 8 fish in a little over an hour (4 different species) and then on our way back he stopped so we could look for shells. We then got a surprise and saw a storm rolling in. He got us back fast and safe before it started raining! We appreciate the friendliness and the professionalism of the entire crew! Thank you all so much for a great time!!

Cody W.

23:36 08 Aug 19

It was a great experience and opportunity! I was glad to be apart of it. Very thankful for the guide who put us on different species of fish

Em B.

16:38 02 Aug 19

We did my best friends bachelorette party through them. We did a 4 hr boat ride with Danielle and Captain John and had the best time! We went island hopping and they brought us anywhere we wanted to go. We even ran out of alcohol and they brought us to the local store on the water for refills of beers! Great company and a great time!

Donavon T.

02:48 01 Aug 19

Hailey and captain Matt done a great job on our inlet fishing trip this morning very friendly and great to fish with highly recommend these 2!!

Jr S.

19:37 31 Jul 19

Had a great time today fishing and learning about prince inlet with the best crew ever Hailey and Matt thanks guys

Erin Russell S.

20:04 30 Jul 19

Took the ECO tour just now and had a great time! Captain Rob and Danielle were a lot of fun! Saw manatee and dolphins! Great time!

Sarah L.

19:22 27 Jul 19

Captain Rob & First Mate Anna were excellent! We saw a few manatees, dolphins, and got to do some shelling. Very enjoyable experience for our whole family. Highly recommend!

Tracy S.

12:16 26 Jul 19

Amazing dolphin tour!! Highly recommend! Manatees, dolphins, crabs and a variety of birds. Captain and first mate were awesome and knowledgeable!! Definitely take the tour.

Marcy M.

13:49 25 Jul 19

We had a great time. The staff was accommodating and friendly. The tour was different than other boat tours I have taken in the fact that they took you to a nice beach and let you get off and pick up shells and explore a little. I would definitely take this tour again.

Teresa Branch T.

02:50 25 Jul 19

Recommend this tour for kids to adults. Great ride. Great staff. Will go again when I come back. Had a blast

Anna M.

19:43 20 Jul 19

loved every minute of it! great captain and tour guide!

Went on a dolphin tour today in Virginia Beach. I was very disappointed. Wasn’t even close to the experience I had here. Wished we would’ve went back to daytona!

Tessa J. Hendrix M.

11:45 20 Jul 19

Had an amazing time on the dolphin and manatee tour. They were very knowledgeable and fun!! Definitely recommend!

Christina A.

14:24 18 Jul 19

We went on the dolphin and manatee tour. We thought we was guaranteed to see them but it turns out you are not guaranteed. We didn’t see anything other than birds. They said they didn’t see anything the tour in front of us either. Our kids was disappointed as well as the adults. We had 9 people in our group. We felt like it was a waste of money. The crew was nice.

Jeffrey T.

02:23 17 Jul 19

Captain Doc and Captain Kristy were the best. Kept all of us entertained with facts and interesting tidbits of information regarding the estuarian habitat and inhabitants in addition to some of the history of the area. Everyone caught fish and special attention was given to the kids who were having as much fun as anyone on the boat, without taking away anything from any adults on board. Would definitely recommend the trip for a fun day and fishing as well. Very educational for Arizona people... enjoyed all of it!!!

Emma D.

22:23 16 Jul 19

Such an amazing experience definitely recommend back water fishing! My husband and I both caught sharks!!

Anne LaBonte D.

17:58 06 Jul 19

went to the disappearing Island was real cool. Great instructor Brian. Made it across the waterway in 6 minutes with waves jump over my board. Brian kept us calm and chilled great times. going back soon.

Tommy K.

15:21 05 Jul 19

great captain and mate. they work hard to find fish. we caught 10 different kind of fish including a shark and octapus

Gena Gwanny S.

02:12 30 Jun 19

We did the 4hr fishing trip. Captain Doc and First Mate Kristy were so helpful and friendly. Seemed to know every fish and Wildlife creature we saw. Fantastic time, worth every penny.

Christine C.

22:11 29 Jun 19

Had the best time yesterday on our tour! Captain Rob, Daniel & Anna made us feel like family from jump. The girls warmed right up to them and were comfortable quickly so when we did come upon 3 dolphins they were able to enjoy watching the dolphins play. And also enjoyed finding their own pretty shells! 💕

Maegan H.

12:44 29 Jun 19

we did the Eco tour and the captain and tour guide were amazing !! had a wonderful time! great kid friendly thing to do in Daytona

Celisse L.

01:49 29 Jun 19

Such an AMAZING group of people. We have went out twice now with Doc as out Captain and had a blast each time. We will continue to go inland fishing with Ponce Inlet Water Sports.

Nancy B.

21:00 27 Jun 19

We had such a great paddle board tour with Brian today! He is super funny and knowledgeable about the islands and their inhabitant. We will definitely do that again and again

Lisa P.

17:18 26 Jun 19

We have had the best experience with this company. This is my first time in Daytona Beach and we have spent 3 days of our week long vacation with Ponce Inlet Water Sports. Their staff is top notch which sets them above others in the area. Jiffy who works inside is not only knowledge about everything you’d possibly want to do on the water but patient and cares about your experience. He’s first class! Haley, Captain Rob and Captain John where also so knowledgeable and quite funny as we took the Dolphin & Manatee Tour. This was such a relaxing experience. These three were so funny and made our experience so much fun!

If you’re in this part of Florida, please make sure you put this on your list of “must do’s!” You won’t regret it!

Shana M.

05:17 25 Jun 19

Wow I highly recommend this Eco tour for anyone who wants to have a fun experience and the staff they are awesome at what they do and you can tell they love their job I mean what's not to love though. My family and I have never been on a boat before ever and we all enjoyed ourselves and we will be coming back next year when we come on vacation.

Amanda Davis R.

22:43 20 Jun 19

We did a private family fishing charter. It was great! Captain John was so good with our kids and helped them the entire time! We will definitely be back!

Jessica T.

18:46 19 Jun 19

Captain Doc and First Mate, Ashley were awesome! Very knowledgeable and patient! They found some great spots to ensure everyone on our 4 hour tour caught a fish. They were also great with kids!

Rebecca R.

18:51 18 Jun 19

Matt and Christy worked hard to provide an experience that created life long memories for our family. would definitely recommend!

Kayla S.

00:29 05 Jun 19

My heart is so happy! I paddle board on a regular in North Carolina and have even lived in Hawaii for some time. This had to be one of my favorite paddle boarding experiences...... hours after I am still thinking about my day.

Amanda Romero P.

00:41 01 Jun 19

We did the 4 hour private fishing tour. Captain John went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time. My kids loved catching all the different types of fish. Definitely coming back next time we are here.

Kelly F.

00:41 29 May 19

friendly staff, hailey was fun and made our honeymoon memories that will last a lifetime!! also captain jack!!!

Jennifer Dwyer W.

17:56 24 May 19

I would recommend the Dolphin Manatee boat tour. very friendly and knowledgeable staff. We had a great time.

Faye S.

18:00 16 May 19

highly recommend the tour and the 4 hr fishing trip they were amazing! the guides were amazing! it was just so much fun! thanks Ponce inlet water sports! you rock!

Michelle O.

23:43 09 May 19

We had an awesome time with Brian during our SUP tour! He was extremely knowledgeable about the area and the wildlife. He was also super laid back, funny and entertaining. We had a great time and saw turtles, dolphins and rays. Beautiful area to paddleboard and a great value! We’ll definitely be back!

Theresa H.

16:06 03 May 19

Had a wonderful time. Captain Jack and Haley were very knowledgeable on Ponce Inlet and the wildlife that inhabited the area. We saw a lot of dolphins, which was really cool and Mako ( the puppy) was adorable!

Bridget H.

13:45 19 Apr 19

Went paddle boarding with Brian and had a great time! He was so knowledgeable about the area. Saw dolphins, baby sharks, stingrays, and starfish. It was a relaxing ride traveling from island to island. I will definitely be back!

Shawn T.

20:46 17 Apr 19

Had a wonderful time. Very informational and professional. The mate was very knowledgeable and helpful. Thanks

Lindsay B.

19:17 17 Apr 19

An amazing place to go! Everyone is so friendly and enjoyable to be around. Thank you for making our vacation a memorable one!!

Donna P.

22:29 15 Apr 19

Thank you Kristie & Captain Bill for a great tour today. It was a lot of fun & informative. Will definitely come back!

Thanks Again!
Donna & Corey- Binghamton NY

Allen B.

00:11 13 Apr 19

Christy and were Captain Jack were excellent hosts. They were very professional and knowledgeable about the local area. I highly recommend this boat tour!

Marcie Ann W.

23:11 12 Apr 19

very fun! danielle and capt. jack were awesome! seen dolphins and cool birds! was hoping for a manatee but no luck. learned great information!

Allison W.

23:10 12 Apr 19

Captain Jack and Danielle were GREAT! 1st time to Daytona I highly recommend this tour! We had a blast!

Jillian Roark H.

20:29 08 Apr 19

We had such a great time on our fishing trip! Captain John was amazing with our kids. This will definitely be a new tradition for our family!

Frank B.

00:20 07 Apr 19

Great day (April 6). They knew exactly where to find Dolphins. Everyone was super friendly and knowledgeable. A perfect day on the water.

Jamie C.

11:54 05 Apr 19

We had the best time on our eco tour. Christy made the trip , she was awesome and knew a lot of cool facts. She even showed us the jellyfish and we all got to hold it. All
Around awesome trip. Definitely will be back next time we are on vacation!

Michele LeClair C.

00:47 05 Apr 19

I chose this activity because of all the great reviews and it surpassed my expectations. Capt. Jack and his mate/guide Kristy were amazing. We saw dolphins several times as well as other local wildlife and learned so much about the ecosystem. The guide even caught a jellyfish to bring aboard to show us and let the children hold and touch. When we stopped to look for shells at a small island Kristy was immediately available to take great pics of people with the lighthouse in the background. I highly recommend the 90 minute eco tour, it’s fun for all ages!

Katie S.

13:03 04 Apr 19

Thank you Captain John for a wonderful day of fishing. We all had a great day and loved being out on the water. Until next time!

Amy Wheatley J.

02:14 31 Mar 19

Highly recommend paddle board tour. So much fun! Guide is awesome!! Truly a great time can’t wait to go again

Shannon Cochran P.

23:26 21 Mar 19

Everyone at Ponce Inlet Watersports is helpful; from booking to the fishing trip I couldn't have asked for better. Captain John took the time to get to know us, and made the trip great.

Mikel G.

19:25 19 Mar 19

Greatest backwater trip Ive ever had. Cpt. John was hands down the coolest captain I’ve ever met. He always made sure we were busy catching fish, laughing and enjoying our time. I 10/10 would recommend this to anyone. I can’t wait for next year!

Christian B.

19:24 19 Mar 19

I had an amazing trip. John is an amazing captain, he made the trip very enjoyable and laid back. He took us to a bunch of different places to get the most variety of fish. All in all this place is a 10/10!

Bryce S.

14:02 16 Mar 19

It was an amazing experience. Great people, great fishing, and our captain was amazing. Within minutes we were talking talking him like we had known him for years. He was very helpful in every way possible. I can't wait to go back to florida just fish with them.

Cynthia Stark C.

19:55 07 Mar 19

We had a wonderful time. First time I had seen dolphins in the wild. I got some nice shells. Glad we took the tour!

Deb H.

01:53 04 Mar 19

Had a fabulous time! We did spot a cpl Dolphins on the boat tour. Captain Jack and 1st mate Hailey were great tour guides! Highly recommend!

Stacey H.

23:53 26 Feb 19

Captain Jack and Kristy were amazing! So glad we booked this tour! They made sure we seen as many dolphins as possible and that the kids enjoyed the trip!

Cony F.

21:44 24 Feb 19

Danielle was awesome! She was very knowledgeable and fun to listen to. Great job and was highlight of our visit.

Sarah H.

00:30 21 Jan 19

The 4 hour backwater fishing charter was an absolute blast!! I booked it as a surprise for my husbands 30th birthday and it was incredible!! Capt was VERY knowledgeable and was very laid back and made our trip very memorable!! He won’t admit that his wife outfished him but it’s ok! 🙂 We all caught a variety of fish during the 4 hours!! We are already planning to do the private charter in March! ❤️❤️❤️ Thank you for helping me make his birthday one to remember!

Denise W.

20:58 31 Dec 18

I highly recommend the dolphin tour. It was way more than I expected and I am very impressed. We saw lots of dolphins and had plenty of time to take pictures and videos. Kristy, our guide was just fabulous. She has so much knowledge of everything we saw from the ecosystem to the mangroves, to the dolphins, to every bird we saw. It was fascinating and the highlight of our Florida trip! THANK YOU!

Dana L.

04:31 29 Dec 18

we all had a great day on the dolphin and manatee tour. the staff was wonderful and we would highly recommend.

Nabila D.

11:46 27 Dec 18

Amazing tour! Family friendly and very fun. My family and I were thrilled to see the dolphins. Captain Matt and First mate Danielle were very welcoming and knowledgeable about the wildlife. Very fun opportunity and highly recommend!

Sarah W.

22:20 14 Nov 18

Great trip. very informative & friendly crew. saw dolphin, pelican & even a bald eagle. sadly no manatee, but a really great trip

Jill L.

19:58 05 Nov 18

Fun, knowledgeable crew! Learned a lot! made our last day of wedding vacation! would definitely go back if we are in the area again!

Robert F.

21:30 18 Oct 18

Great capt and first Mate they both made the experience very enjoyable I can’t wait till my next trip to Florida we will most defiantly do this again

Shona R.

01:47 16 Oct 18

LOVED IT! Went on the 4 hour fishing tour this morning and it was awesome! My daughter has special needs and the Captain and crew Kristi I believe were so good with her! Woman on our boat caught a SHARK! Incredible to see - the crew helped her but let her do all the fighting and reeling. I caught a puffer fish! We all caught many mangrove snappers and when we came back the Captain cleaned and filet them and the shark! Dinner will be delicious!
We also saw dolphins, osprey and sting Rays. The crew was knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. I would go again and highly recommend to anyone. Reasonable price too.
Gone Fishing �

Elizabeth C.

14:02 12 Oct 18

We had a blast on our fishing charter. Captain John was awesome. He was patient with our sons and gave a great tour. We saw dolphins, a manatee and caught lots of fish, even a stingray. Two thumbs up!! Great place. We will be back again for sure!!

Rachel L.

21:36 06 Oct 18

We went out on a fishing trip yesterday with you guys and had a blast! The staff was super helpful and extremely friendly. It was a very relaxed atmosphere and seemed like we were just hanging out with friends! We will definitely be returning guest and absolutely recommend Ponce Inlet Water Sports!

Shane D.

22:08 23 Sep 18

we had a great time everyone was very nice and informative. it was great just being on the water around good folks thank you we will be back for some other activities

Adam B.

01:39 16 Sep 18

We did the manatee dolphin tour today. Had lots of fun, saw manatees and had a great time with our captain and guide! Great time for families! We’ll be back

Christy Thurmond H.

22:32 01 Sep 18

Was better than expected, very educational and friendly staff. The tour was beautiful 🐬🦀🌴

Geno Ewalt I.

21:04 25 Aug 18

fishing for many years on the ocean anywhere from private charters to the party boats... but this was hands down one of the best trips I have taken in my 41 years.... can't wait til next time
inshore fishing at its best

Christina D.

17:32 23 Aug 18

It was great! Staff was super helpful and informative. Caught a lot of different types of fish. Highly recommend!!!

Janice Smith C.

02:31 20 Aug 18

This was my second visit ..... we have a spectacular time each time.... there’s plenty of fun and entertainment.... NEVER A DULL MOMENT....

Nichole Parker T.

18:04 17 Aug 18

We had s great time , they were very knowledgeable, we seen dolphins ,birds , shrimp and little private islands

Katie C.

23:30 09 Aug 18

I just moved to Ormond Beach from Knoxville TN my Uncle John and Aunt Danielle both work at Ponce. they took us out on an Eco and it was the most incredible experience we've had since being back in FL. My Uncle John was very professional and informative. Danielle made the experience so much fun and had such amazing information. Highly recommend going to Ponce. 5 STARS!!!

Ashley F.

15:43 28 Jul 18

My wife and I got married this morning on Disappearing Island with the help of Captain John and Jiffy at Ponce Inlet WaterSports! Our wedding was such a success and Captain John saved my dress by literally carrying me off the boat! ❤️ Y’all are the absolute best!!!! ⭐️😎🌺🌈

Nicole Curtis C.

01:40 22 Jul 18

We had a great time today. The staff was fun, friendly and super knowledgeable. And Zach can't stop talking about being Captain!

Bobby C.

20:31 15 Jul 18

Had a blast the guide was top notch boat wasn’t crowded at all and we caught all kinds of different kinds of fish definitely recommend if your going to Ponce Inlet to do some fishing

Nikki N.

20:28 13 Jul 18

I took the kids and I parasailing two days in a row. The staff was awesome and the experience was just was great! Highly reco this company.

Linda Conine M.

16:44 11 Jul 18

This was an awesome tour. It started a little slow for the little ones but all was perfect when they saw their first dolphins. You should see the shell collection from shell beach! They both want to go again!

Fred B.

23:16 10 Jul 18

We... had an awesome excersion with,Doc and Danielle,very knowledgeable, helpful and we ended up in some great fishing spots ...it was great we were looking a variety of fish all day.Great Job you two!!!!Fred/Doug.see y'all again!!

Lori Ezell W.

04:19 08 Jul 18

We had so much fun!! We saw stingrays, dolphins, manatee, a family of bald eagles, sea turtle, caught a hermit crab, & lots of neat shells!!

Wes C.

01:49 29 Jun 18

Very happy with the Inland Fishing trip. Everyone was very nice and the boat was perfect for a large group. The covered shaded boat was great for the kids and kept them happy. We appreciated Mckensie's knowledge of the wildlife and natural features. Thank you!

Cheryl Darsey T.

21:06 28 Jun 18

I had a wonderful time. The staff was very friendly and very knowledgeable. They truly cared about their customers and their safety. I definitely recommend them!

Angela Payne H.

18:12 26 Jun 18

I cannot say enough about the Eco Tour! We saw tons of dolphins and manatees on our longer than expected trip, and stopped on a barrier island to see manatees up close. We collected large conch shells to keep, as well as sand dollars! Highly knowledgeable tour guides that take you directly to the nature you want to see! I would definitely recommend this tour for everyone!

Michelle N.

17:25 25 Jun 18

Took our family of 4 on the back water fishing 4 hour tour. It was awesome! Captain Doc and first mate McKenzie were experienced, helpful, and made it a great time! We all caught fish! Definitely coming back next year!

Kathi Hawkins S.

18:39 23 Jun 18

We’ve booked 2 fishing charters and 1 parasailing adventure through Ponce Inlet Water Sports and have been more than pleased with each encounter. Everyone has always been very courteous. Captain John Geyer is always a lot of fun. We’ll definitely be back for more adventures!!

Jody Veach H.

14:07 22 Jun 18

They truly care about the needs and experience of their clients. After more than a year of working on our “Burial at Sea” for my daughter, we finally were able to accomplish it. Not only are they respectful but they went out of their way to make it beyond amazing. They filled out a burial certificate with exact coordinates, wind speeds and wave height. Captain John helped with pictures and even circled the site so we could video. Then, after we finished our ceremony he took us to see the dolphins......

Ponce Inlet Water Sports is beyond amazing. I highly recommend them.

Abby S.

19:21 20 Jun 18

This was so much fun! My husband and I went out on the dolphin and manatee tour- we saw a maternity pod of dolphins! McKenzie ( hope I spelled that right) was awesome at guiding through the tour and so friendly- and the captain (Mark? Matt?) was so good at making sure we had a great view! We would definitely recommend this to anyone going to visit the area!

Stephy Jo D.

23:03 19 Jun 18

An amazing tour. My 6 year old son got to drive the boat with Captain Matt. Saw a family of dolphins. Definitely a great experience. Hailey the helper was great as well. Very entertaining.

Kimberly M.

22:52 19 Jun 18

We had a great time on the dolphin/manatee tour! Captain Matt and hostess Hailey made the trip very enjoyable! Seen a family of dolphins! Can’t wait to do it again �

Angie G.

12:15 15 Jun 18

A great tour! Capt Matt and Danielle were so pleasant, he let the kids steer the boat and Danielle was so passionate and informative. I would recommend this tour to tourists and locals! Thank you! My mom and I really enjoyed this day on the water.

Rex T.

20:56 14 Jun 18

Backwater fishing with Captain Doc and his deckhand was a great time. Caught quite a few fish with my 2 sons. Will def do it again

Schere S.

21:40 08 Jun 18

The staff on the boat was super friendly and very knowledgeable about the area....we got to see a lot of dolphins and the Captain turned the boat so that every could see them jumping around and swimming...the boat was super clean and they took us to this sandbar where the water was crystal clear and got some awesome seashells and we even seen a jellyfish! I highly recommend this tour :) definitely will be back

Timothy P.

21:13 08 Jun 18

Great experience! Crew is knowledgeable and super friendly! We saw a manatee and dolphins yesterday. We were able to get shells on the island, which was gorgeous! It looked like a small Bahamas. They did their best to keep the boat clean. Even gave us discount ice cream coupons. Highly recommend.

Kim McKinnon D.

16:33 07 Jun 18

The very last day of our Florida vacation was the highlight of the trip! We booked a paddleboard excursion with Bryan, and, after we got the hang of it, it was the coolest experience ever! I am not the most coordinated person...I fell twice right off the bat...but Bryan's explicit instructions kept me and my husband and daughter balanced and loving the feel of paddleboarding for the remainder of our 2 hour tour! We were fortunate to see a hog-nosed ray, a stingray, jellyfish, cormorants, and other sea birds and wildlife...not too shabby for first-timers! Thank you, Bryan, for your expertise and patience. You made our first paddleboarding experience incredible and unforgettable, and it was amazing to bask in the beauty of Ponce Inlet and its wildlife!!! I want to do this again! Amazing adventure!

Laurie B.

18:57 06 Jun 18

We had a great time doing the inlet fishing! We had 4 kids and our Captain and Makenzie were patient and helped us catch a bunch of fish and sting ray. So fun!

Kim E.

13:26 02 May 18

Awesome experience I will go back again. Brian is truly knowledgeable and a great expert in paddleboarding.

Evelyn D.

12:55 30 Apr 18

Best establishment of enjoyment with the best employees everyone treats you like family. I love these guys come every year.

Lizzy R.

22:04 26 Apr 18

We lost a family member unexpectedly and we traveled from Michigan and Alabama to take care of things..needing an emotional break, they were the only place touring when we called they held the boat for us not even knowing the circumstances! And we had an amazing relaxing, and very informational tour! It was the exact stress reducer we all needed! And the dolphins def did not disappoint us...it was awesome! Thank you staff you were great!!!

Joshua M.

03:04 25 Apr 18

Went paddle boarding the for the first time with Brian he was a great instructor I had no idea what I was doing and he had me on the board in no time. Had such a great time had to go back a second time best of all he shares his beer! I highly recommend making this a stop during you vacation.

Beverly S.

01:44 21 Apr 18

Had a great time on the 4 hour backwater fishing trip. Cptn. Doc and Mate Mackenzie made sure we had a good experience again. Thanks for a really enjoyable day and of course the fish we caught. Beverly, Hugh, Larry, Barbara, Adam and Shawna. Been here before and will be back again.

Alicia D.

20:51 06 Apr 18

We had a great time! Saw a few dolphin and watched them play for a bit. Our guides were very knowledgeable of the area.

Erica B.

19:12 03 Apr 18

Once again we had an amazing experience again. Captain John took us out on his private charter for a day of deep sea fishing. He was awesome with our 8 and 9 year olds. All 4 of us caught fish after fish. We caught over 100 fish. Will be back again.

Jenny C.

21:39 23 Mar 18

On a chilly day we made a last minute decision to head out on this excursion. WE HAD A BLAST! Captain John and Hailey were a pleasure to spend time with. Between the MANY dolphin sightings, they shared a ton of interesting information about the area and wildlife! Our party had senior citizens, adults and small kids and everyone had a great time. If you are considering booking an excursion, BOOK today!

Jimmy-Samantha D.

01:53 16 Mar 18

Great crew! Very knowledgeable and friendly! We got to see some dolphins and learn a lot about the area. Would recommend this tour to anyone.

William P.

19:20 14 Mar 18

The fish are amazing! I’ve been back every time I’m in the area. The’ll take you to the right spots, for the fish your looking for...they know the area well.

Michelle Sellers R.

21:05 03 Mar 18

Great people, great tour, learned some new things about the area as well as getting some great pictures of some really sweet dolphins

Kimberly W.

01:26 01 Mar 18

They lived up to my expectations... which isn’t easy... I was very happy with the experience... the Captain and tour guide had wonderful upbeat personalities and they really engaged with their guests on the boat... they took their time to give us interesting facts about the birds and dolphins we saw... they gave information about some of the homes we saw along the way..... I especially liked that the Captain was able to answer my question about how the lighthouse has survived the storms it has weathered over time... they were courteous were wonderful with answering questions.. when we started seeing the dolphins they took time to make sure we had the best opportunity to see them... seeing a dolphin in its natural habitat was on my bucket list... thanks to Ponce Inlet Water Sports I can cross that off my list... I’d do the trip again without a doubt and the price was absolutely affordable... I recommend them with a full 5 stars.... Wonderful adventure... THANK YOU....

Christy W.

16:16 27 Feb 18

This eco-tour is A LOT OF FUN. We visited Feb 22, 2018. Capt John and Danielle, I believe, were our guides. We saw mostly maternity pods of dolphin- so amazing!!! Highlight of our trip to Daytona! Excellent family time...highly recommend. ☆☆☆☆☆

Kim S. L.

20:41 21 Feb 18

First off the staff is Amazing!!! 2nd we got to see several Dolphins and wild life. It's a must do with these guys!!

Kat W.

23:01 10 Feb 18

This is by far THE BEST use of $25 in a LONG time! What a great boat ride with lots of local and environemental tidbits that you must know to see this amazing part of Florida! Danielle, John and Haley will share their love of the area like you have rarely seen before! This is one of those Florida "Must Do's" for sure! Thanks so much! Will see you again and agin for sure!

Mindy K.

01:02 22 Dec 17

Awesome experience. The staff was amazing, knowledgable, and kind. We had a blast. Absolutely worth it.

Kelley Williams D.

13:52 19 Nov 17

We had a great tour! Learned great information about the area, saw many dolphins, white pelicans, osprey, Arctic terns as well as a stop on shell island! Highly recommend!

Cameron M.

00:49 17 Oct 17

Went parasailing in the morning and we were treated so good, we decided to go on the eco- tour also. Both were fantastic, my new wife and I had a blast, very knowledgeable and professional all the way around. Would definitely come back!

LaMonica N Sandy P.

01:02 11 Oct 17

This manatee tour was awesome!! My Grandson Evan got to drive and be the Captain for a short time, which absolutely made his day (and ours)!! Thank you for the wonderful boat ride. This is a terrific tour and I highly recommend it!!

Anjili J.

04:21 03 Oct 17

Great experience Captain John was super knowledgeable and we had great catches and a wonderful time!

Danielle Y.

03:06 03 Oct 17

Thank you Captain John and Ponce Inlet Water Sports for an awesome private charter fishing trip!!!!!

We had a goal to go fishing while visiting New Symrna Beach. Kinda disappointed that the swells were too big to go deep sea fishing...but we found a place that did "backwater fishing". We figured why not, we wanna go fishing! And the price was right.

Not really knowing what to expect, we packed some beer and sandwiches (and sunscreen, of course!) and headed to Ponce Inlet.

Easy peasy 'check-in'. A short drive to the marina and we were ready to go! A private boat just for us...how cool! Captain John was super chill and welcoming...which we were so thankful for!

We not only had a memorable time fishing (caught 11 different species!), but also saw manatees and dolphins! It was magical :)

Captain John is so knowledgeable about the area it felt like we were on a sight seeing cruise!

Freshly filleted fish that we walked over to the rum bar next door and they cooked it up for us. Delish!

I will definitely come back again whenever I'm in the area and would recommend it to anyone looking to have an amazing Floridan adventure!

John P.

14:25 30 Sep 17

Was a great boat trip, had a lot of fun. Danielle and the Captain we're very friendly. Thanks a lot. Will be coming back next year.

Susan Scannell K.

03:33 22 Sep 17

My husband and I took the dolphin manatee tour today and it was awesome! The captain of our boat and our other tour guider was so informative about all the areas we toured, the sea life, and also kept us laughing frequently. It was so cool to dock during the tour at the seashell beach and have the fun of searching for shells. So enjoyable and relaxing. The price of the tour was very affordable. A great time! I highly recommend it!

Edward A.

00:27 05 Sep 17

Had a great time! Also learned a few things, both of the folks leading the tour was able to answer any question people had. They was also very informative and humorous. All around great time, I would highly suggest this to anyone, families, couples, or even solo.

Felix G.

14:48 03 Sep 17

Our family of 5 had a great time fishing with Capt. Doc and first mate McKenzie. We were catching fish within 15 minutes of leaving the dock. We ended up with a pretty big catch and had a fantastic time. Capt. Doc even cut our fish and bagged them for us. This will be our go to fishing location every year when we visit Ponce Inlet.

Linda Treichel W.

21:15 24 Aug 17

I booked our boat tour for Monday the 14th of August. A little confused when we first arrived but once everything was taken care of money etc., it went smoothly. Our price was quoted as $300 but when we got there Jiffy said it was $350 not a big deal. We met Captain John and he brought us on board. It was a 4 hour excursion with my family a total of 6. We planned on tubing, fishing and island hoping. We did do fishing and island hoping and that was fine with all of us. We saw Dolphins that was so cool to see and baby one too. Amazing weather and can't say enough good things about Captain John! He helped my grandson's fish well he helped all of us fish and even let Carl drive the boat he was in heaven. When we stopped on the island's we found sand dollars and crabs and sea shells that was so much fun too. Would recommend this to anyone and everyone who likes to go out for a couple of hours and enjoy the scenery and catching some fish and just relaxing and seeing the beautiful dolphins. We all had a terrific time. Thanks Captain John for making our day a super one. The Westphal's from Wisconsin!!!!

Rebecca P.

21:24 20 Aug 17

We had a fantastic time chartering a boat with Captain John. Booking the service was easy and we chose how to spend our day! Capt. John guided us to some great fishing spots, baited our lines and was super informative about all our catches! We spent a little time cooling off at a tidal pool while the kids tossed a casting net and hunted for hermit crabs. We can't wait to do this again!!!

Carma Smith S.

23:52 16 Aug 17

Today my growing crew of 8 went on the eco tour with Captain Samantha and Danielle. It was wonderful, peaceful, educational, and we were excited to be able to see the mantatee. Although, this mantatee was in distress, so the boat stopped to call it in and get help for the momma and her devoted baby that followed her. I would love to read any updates on our friend from today. Thank you for a wonderful experience and knowledge that was shared with us. Although, we didn't see any dolphins, but that is nature and to be expected so no worries. I highly recommend this 90 minute tour for an educational and relaxing experience.
Carma- The Stanleysx8 from Maryland

Tibitha M.

00:29 14 Aug 17

We had a nice time! Great tour guides and a smooth ride! All friendly staff from start to finish � we didn't get to see a manatee or a dolphin but we were still happy!!!!

Debbie K.

11:49 12 Aug 17

It was so nice my husband and I went back three times to fish with captain Doc. We caught fish every time and Doc makes sure everyone on the boat catches and has fun. We will definitely be back next year.

Phil N.

16:41 11 Aug 17

Our first fishing charter . can't beat the price and Captain John was very personable and made sure we were all having fun . had a blast with the family and will be back

Brian W.

22:10 10 Aug 17

Family had a great time. Saw quite a bit of wild life. The team was excellent and the price for the ride was reasonable. Highly recommend it.

Steve G.

02:18 01 Aug 17

Great trip for our family. Many manatee and dolphin sightings Youngest daughter loved it. She is shy and doesn't talk to strangers. But she did talk to Capt. Sam and First Mate Danielle. They were the most awesome ppl to have us aboard their boat. Very well versed on their job. These two made the trip so much more enjoyable The use of their fire bucket was very much appreciated. Since it was a first for them bit i didn't get the pic of you two and my wife holding the bucket Lol. Thank you for everything We will recommend this company to anyone

Ashley H.

01:42 31 Jul 17

we did the eco tour and it was great. saw about 6 dolphins and they stayed very close to our boat. our two tour guides were so sweet and even let us drive the boat! my 6 year old loved it!!

Melissa D.

22:22 27 Jul 17

Booking was easy, Sam & Danielle were friendly, the stop for shells was our favorite part! Really was a great experience for our family!!

Candice M.

13:46 20 Jul 17

Went SUP w/Brian, our tour guide. He's a very good instructor. Took our pics..offered us cold beverages along the way and gives an entertaining history lesson. We saw all kinds of land a sea creatures and went shell gathering. Anxious to go again.

Chris Bachmeier H.

23:02 19 Jul 17

Loved our tour with captain John and Caroline. Saw and learned so much about Florida. We returned the next day for parasailing.

Michelle Y.

21:55 18 Jul 17

Wonderful! Crew and staff were amazing, as well as the tour, boat ride, and beautiful scenery! We loved every minute of it, our kiddos (3 & 8) also were asked to captain the boat and drive it! Couldn't have asked for a better adventure for our vacation ��

Deann P.

18:08 18 Jul 17

What an AWESOME tour we had! Loved the captain and first mate!!!! This is a must do if you are in the area!

Becky G.

01:10 15 Jul 17

We had the best time Backwater fishing with Doc and Eric. I haven't been fishing since I was a child...with a bobber and button release cast...after four hours...they had me fishing like a professional. Very educational and helpful. Caught and seen a lot of of unusual fish... Sea Robin... Sting Ray.. Red Snapper and oyster...were my favorite. Anyone going this is a must... on the bucket list! I hope to see them again next year! Loved it!!!

Erin S.

20:04 11 Jul 17

It was such a great time! We just did the Manatee/Dolphin tour & saw both! The 2 sweet girls that did our tour were excellent & took time out to check on a dolphin. It was a sad moment but the girls did a good job making the kids on the boat feel better about the situation. Best tour we've been on!

Jennifer Westbrook T.

18:22 10 Jul 17

On the eco tour, we saw lots of dolphins and learned a lot about the area. We also stopped on an island for shelling. Staff was very polite, cheerful and knowledgeable. Worth the time and money! We went on our tour 7/4/17. Great way to celebrate the 4th!

Dave A.

23:03 06 Jul 17

Had a great time. Our guides were fun, entertaining and knowledgeable. We went right out and spotted Dolphin. We even saw sea turtles exiting the boat. Will do it again next time we're here.

Kara C.

01:51 06 Jul 17

We went today on the 2pm and loved it. Saw many dolphins and a few manatees. My 10yr old and 14 yr old got to drive the boat for a bit and they loved it. Thanks!!!

Azure Lee B.

23:10 24 Jun 17

We went on the noon tour on Friday amd it was amazing...wonderful guides...will definitely come back!!!

Aimee A.

19:45 24 Jun 17

Before you read my review you should know I'm in no way affiliated with the company. Check Trip Advisor for a few reviews I've done there.

Best. Boat. Tour. Ever.

Captain John with his punny humor, charisma, knowledge and experience led our expedition. His willingness to stop the boat for almost 15 minutes so we didn't just slowly idle past something we saw in the distance created an amazing moment for all of us. Because of it, we saw Dolphins. A BABY DOLPHIN! Up close! A lot of others on the boat saw a manatee. I didn't get to see him or her because I got caught up in the beautiful view all around me and the feel of the of the boat moving through the water. I love being out on a boat and don't get to do it very often... not being a millionaire. � Not for a moment did I feel unsafe.

I experienced the quiet vibration of awe when everyone on the boat went still and watched these beautiful beings we share our world with in their natural habitat. (A first for me.) And, wow, the cathedral like vibration of excitement we all felt when we first saw and met them. I don't have words for that moment. Thanks, Captain John. That'll stay with me forever.

We stopped on an island so everyone could check out the terrain and gather shells. Through pure luck and Captain John checking the time of it, we had the extraordinary good fortune of seeing a shuttle launch while we were there. Wowzers

The Amazing Danielle (It really is her job title. Seriously. She more than lived up to it.)...How do I count the ways of the pure awesomeness that is her? I've been on a few boat tours since moving to Florida and, years ago, was a tour guide for the Gone With The Wind Festival tours back in GA. Being a tour guide isn't an easy job but she made it look effortless. Her passion about her job was obvious. She was friendly, personable and eloquent. There were no stupid questions. Her knowledge and passion about the history of all we saw, geographically, and marine life was almost frightening at how extensive it was. I love it when a tour guide winds up feeling like a friend... not something I've experienced since moving to FL. � She did. Rare & Priceless.

I have early, onset Parkinson's and was given great, non dramatic assistance. Never felt self conscious.

So, there ya go. My review is a novella because I'm a writer and have tried to cover as much as possible. I hope this gets you to the right place if you're looking for a great experience on a boat tour. I only booked to treat a visiting friend. I'm so glad I did.

Angie H.

00:25 23 Jun 17

We did the dolphin tour today. It was amazing! We saw dolphins, manatees, and birds. We stopped at an island so the kids could look for shells and crabs. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. Best $25 spent in Florida!

Kelley Holliday R.

21:25 20 Jun 17

5 star great time! These guys and girls know how to entertain, inform, and educate. Well worth the cost.

Travis C.

00:30 17 Jun 17

First we went paddle boarding with Brian. That was by far the most fun and informative trip we have ever done. He was a genuine guy and shared his beer. He recommended us to John for fishing. John was hilarious and extremely good at what he does. We couldn't drop our lines in without catching fish. Both were super reasonably priced and very personable. Would recommend to anyone and their company is what will bring me back to Daytona/ Port Orange.

Christine S.

01:58 15 Jun 17

Best part of our trip! Was so much fun seeing all the Dolphins and birds. Our captains were very educational and super fun! Will definitely come back!

Rosanna Ragadio C.

22:49 12 Jun 17

Captain John and Barnacle Ben were awesome! The family and I had a great time. Thanks for being so informative and accommodating.

Megan S.

18:08 12 Jun 17

Such an amazing experience saw birds,dolphins,tiny crabs and we stopped to find tons of awesome shells!! Anyone who gets a chance should definitely do this! We had a blast! Staff was awesome as well :)

Heather B.

18:34 09 Jun 17

We loved every bit of our tour! Captain John was awesome! He showed our kids families of dolphins and let them get off the boat to collect sea shells. They have talked about the boat ride non stop!

Matthew C.

02:18 06 Jun 17

Me and my family have been coming to Daytona beach for vacation since I was born. I use to go out on the critter fleet for fishing. But 4 years ago I found out more info about Ponce Inlet Watersports and they had a backwater fishing trip. Me and my family have been going there ever since. This year we upped and booked a private charter in July for deep sea fishing. The captains have been great and very knowledgeable. Keep up the great work y'all and can't wait for many more trips to come.

Wesley H.

03:23 04 Jun 17

We had a awesome time! We seen a ton of Dolphins up close. The staff was amazing and very friendly! Worth every penny! Very relaxing, entertaining and educational. HIGHLY recommended for all ages! 5 stars!

Becca G.

03:27 19 May 17

Amazing service and beautiful views! You're missing out if you choose anyone else! The workers were so friendly and made you feel incredibly comfortable. I'm from Minnesota, and they made me feel like home in Florida. I would definitely recommend!

Shania M.

21:14 18 May 17

Amazing. My friend and I had so much fun. They were super cool. They were really funny and friendly and made the boat ride sooo fun. I would highly recommend.

Lee W.

21:40 12 May 17

Only regret we had was not discovering Ponce Inlet Water Sports earlier in the week. Well worth the $25! Fun and informative crew. Highly recommend �

Roberta K.

17:27 30 Apr 17

We went last week and absolutely loved it. A great way to get out on the water and marvel at the scenic beauty of the glittering white sand of all the little barrier islands and sand bars. We saw many dolphins up close to the boat, as well as other small wildlife and birds. The staff were all courteous, helpful, and knowledgeable. We want to return and rent kayaks. We recommend this tour company!

Shannon S.

21:30 18 Apr 17

Great time on the eco tour! Saw a ton of dolphins and birds. Crew was wonderful and accommodating! Will be back next year :)

Jeremy M G.

21:04 07 Apr 17

This is the second year we've done a dolphin tour, captain John and his assistant was awesome, saw plenty of dolphins and other wildlife. I will continue to recommend to people I know that are visiting the area.

Gary P.

14:36 06 Mar 17

I enjoyed my morning fishing with Ponce Inlet Water Sports. Conditions were tough with gusting winds but the guides did their best to put us on fish. No big fish were caught but that wasn't the fault of the crew. Fun was had by our group.

Elisha K.

17:58 10 Jan 17

Absolutely amazing experience. Brought my cousin and her friend here who were visiting from out of state and it was very educational. Got to see lots of birds and dolphins but no manatees due to the cold. I will definitely be returning with my husband and kids when it warms up a bit!

Renee W.

18:56 20 Sep 16

Was visiting from NY wanted to take my brother and sister in law paddle boarding, Brian was awesome, very knowledgeable and gave us an awesome experience

PandieSue H.

21:33 07 Sep 16

This is the second time we have done the Dolphin & Manatee Tour. Once in 2015 and again this year 1016. Captain Doc and First Mate Eric were fun, knowledgeable, and First Mate Eric even got off the boat at the island to help us hunt Hermit and Fiddler Crabs. In 2015 we saw dolphins and manatees. This year the water was colder, so no manatees. But, the dolphins came out to play around the boat and we were treated to a great experience! Thank you! We will be back next vacation.

Tyler S.

19:27 27 Aug 16

This was awesome! Went on the Eco tour. We saw manatees and dolphins and other marine life. Tour guides were very knowledgeable and were fun.

Angela Demicco C.

22:02 25 Aug 16

We chartered a boat for a half day with "Captain John" and had the best day! He was fun and took us to some great spots...all the kids caught fish today...8 different varieties! The kids even had time for some tubing! They all had a blast! The inlet is absolutely gorgeous, we could not have asked for a more beautiful day! Made some great family memories today and we can't wait to do it again! We would definitely recommend Ponce Inlet Water Sports...they are professional, friendly, fun and made it so easy for us...they took care of EVERYTHING! So worth the $! We will request "Captain John" again and you should too! Thanks for an incredible day John & Jiffy, we all loved it!!!!

Stella S.

18:24 20 Jul 16

My daughter, niece and their friend had a great time parasailing. The staff was so kind! We will never forget this part of our vacation. Thanks!!

Salena M.

19:01 06 Jul 16

Me and my family had been staying im Daytona for almost 2 weeks. We got sick of only going 'souvenir shopping' so I decided to look up fun things around the area. We decided to go on the Eco Tour 'Dolphins & Manatees'. One of the best decision made so far. We got a couple seashells on the island they took us to and we saw alot of fish, hermit crabs, a baby octopus, and a manatee!
Shout out to our storyteller/narrator Eric!! He kept all of smiling and laughing.
Thank you!

BrandonAllison B.

14:04 01 Jun 16

Absolutely love every time we are able to go fishing with Captain John on the private charter or in the backwaters we have a great time and are treated like family thanks Ponce Inlet Watersports

Misty A.

22:07 07 May 16

Definitely one of the most fun things we've done while staying at Daytona Beach. Parasailing on Jaws was so much fun and the crew made it even more fun!

Rachel B.

16:19 01 Apr 16

We went fishing with captain John and it was amazing! He helped so much and we caught a ton of fish! I absolutely loved it and can't wait to go back!

Miranda L.

05:25 09 Feb 16

My husband and I just got back from our week vacation down in Daytona Beach and this place was the highlight of our trip! We spoke to some locals about where we were looking into deep sea fishing and they pointed us here. We couldn't have been happier! Captain John was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. We already plan on making more trips with them in the future. These guys are great!

Jennifer F.

18:19 03 Dec 15

We randomly called Ponce Inlet Watersports because we thought the prices looked great. We did a Private Charter Boat. John was our boat driver/ awesome fisherman guide. He kept our hooks baited at all times which allowed my husband to enjoy fishing. He was great with the kids and would highly recommend this place and John as a guide. Thanks John for a fun experience and Klayton's favorite part of our whole vacation! And we even saw dolphins twice!

Dale N.

00:02 22 Oct 15

Awesome Day of Fishing with Captain John! I would reccomend this fishing tour to anyone, very friendly, funny and helpful we caught tons of fish, we had a great experience!
Keep your fish and have the restraunt next door cook it for you, it was delicious!

Jack P.

17:53 08 Sep 15

Has amazing deep sea fishing trip if you set off in the morning you'll see a beautiful sun rise on the way to the fishing zone.

Joshua P.

19:12 26 Jun 15

My son and I had a great time today on stand up paddle boards. We appreciate the staff and the time. I appreciate Heather taking the time to teach my son how to stand up paddle board. Great people, thank you.

Rochelle P.

22:56 26 May 15

My family and me come here everytime we vacation in Daytona Beach, FL. Its always an awesome time; Captain John was so much fun, we love him! :) Thank you for the great memories!

Hunter D.

22:15 11 Dec 14

We've been fishing the past 2 days with Captain Jim & Captain John and they have put us on some great fishing spots! Can't beat the price either! Going again to make it 3 days in a row!

Tracy N.

01:14 15 Jun 14

Had a great time on our honeymoon with captain John we had our own personal Eco tour then a great day deep sea fishing the next day where I caught the biggest fish I've ever caught and captain john done everything he could to help make our honeymoon a special one Tammy Newton

Gail L.

21:56 22 Jun 13

EVERYTHING!! The owner Linda was very knowledgeable. The staff was friendly. The place was spotless. The prices where reasonable. The overall experience was FUNTASTIC!! Can't wait to go Parasailing next year!

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