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Ponce Inlet Watersports - Manatee & Dolphin Boat Tours

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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 Meredith

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!

DeeDee Mattingly

20:15 01 Jul 20

we always have a great day fishing when captain Doc takes us out! the staff is always friendly and we always have a great time. looking forward to our next trip!

Rebecca Yates

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 Renee

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 Motloch

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 Heinlein

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 Miles

17:42 27 Jun 20

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

Robert Walter

01:11 27 Jun 20

Brian is THE man. totally recommend.

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 Hicks

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 Callia

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 Liceaga

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 Ruiz

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 Gorder

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 Suzanne

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 Henry

19:40 19 Jun 20

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

Lakyn Graybeal

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!

Krystal Parks

01:16 18 Jun 20

We had a great time! Definitely would recommend, family friendly fun!

April Long Bonner

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

Summer Joy

15:38 13 Jun 20

The stand up paddle boarding tour was the highlight of our trip. It was so great that I didn't care that not a lot of animals showed up. I will be booking a trip every time we come back to this part of Florida. The tour guide/owner was great. 😄 Just remember to put on a lot of sunscreen! 😅

Liz Griffin Hack

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

Star Wall Sheppard

02:10 12 Jun 20

We had a blast! Captain Rob and First mate Bailey were awesome!!!!! I would highly recommend the dolphin and manatee boat tour💕

Donna Seig Kopko

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 Armstrong

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 Sturgeon

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.

Nicole Jess

16:22 02 Jun 20

Amazing staff, views and super family friendly. learned a lot of history and about the water.

Ray Cromwell

19:36 01 Jun 20

had a great time. Capt. doc was blast cant wait until next time.

Jenni Hines Sloan

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 Slater

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...

Wendy Palmer Attenberger

14:10 23 May 20

Another great trip with Ponce Inlet Fishing and Captain Rob!

Joan Kleinknecht

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.

Terri Noel

19:32 24 Mar 20

Great day out with Rob and Haley! Very personable and knowledgeable! Definitely recommend it!

Lulu Babcock

18:47 24 Mar 20

So much fun!!

Courtney Jungvah

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 Maxey

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 Ackerman

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! :)

Steve Lane

03:50 21 Mar 20

Juliana Richards

17:50 19 Mar 20

Everything was awesome, caught a ton of fish! Saw lots of dolphins, and they filet’d the fish for us! Great experience, definitely will do again next time we are in town!

Tami Hammack Heffington

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 Lingo

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!

karin mulcahy

19:45 14 Mar 20

Great tour. Very interesting. Saw lots of dolphins and learned lots of fun facts about them and the area. Highly recommend!!

Lisa Deater

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!

Christina Carriere

14:20 12 Mar 20

The captain and crew were amazing very friendly and fun.

Debra Central

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

Charles Boughton

21:58 05 Mar 20

Captain and crew were very friendly, hospitable and fun to be with. Great boat for a good time. We only went for a run around the intercostal but they did a great job.

Monica Ann Carnell

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 Eldridge Cate

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!

Frank Halstead

20:51 02 Mar 20

Absolutely an amazing parasailing experience with John and Tyler. Great first time up! Thanks.

Tina Andres

04:50 02 Mar 20

Kelsey Trojacek

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!

Marcia Palmisano

20:53 29 Feb 20

Great afternoon. Pleasant and informative.

Amelia Field

18:51 28 Feb 20

Had the Best time fishing with Doc and his female Mate, I would highly recommend going out fishing with them. We our from Boston, and would definitely come back and book another trip! Thank you guys for a great time. Amelia, George

Samantha Hollingworth

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!

Ashlea Garland Dunn

19:08 26 Feb 20

What a great day!!!!! Thank you so much the the great time.

lori janssen

21:38 24 Feb 20

Went on the fishing boat, was a great time.

Alicia Meehan

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.

Sherry Singer Poma

15:21 19 Feb 20

Thank you Christie for such an exciting catch. This definitely made our day!

Paula Tiller

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!

Bernard Crowl

00:47 17 Feb 20

Been going now for years. Always fish always a great time.

Tina Andres

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 Roof

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 Clary

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!!

Ned Kaiser

01:25 12 Feb 20

Very informative local born workers, definitely there to make a nice day out on the water.

Kris Cool

20:19 11 Feb 20

Sharon Paltelky

16:44 10 Feb 20

Very good tour, the guides were knowledgeable about dolphins, sharks, mangroves, birds, etc. This tour was so good, we plan on taking our grandsons.

Laney Baker-Case

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.

Benita Morales

04:41 18 Jan 20

Roxanne Pierzyna

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 Leach-Mckechnie

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!

Joseph Furnari

17:37 04 Jan 20

The crew entertained my inquisitive 7 year old grandson.Actually both Christie and the Captain were helpful to everyone on board we caught fish, nothing big but fun. The grandson asks question after question and each time they were answered When he hooked up with a fish help was right there. I recommend this trip to anyone that wants to spend a few relaxing informative hours on the water.

Scott Michael

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.

Debbie Shasmeen Dickson

02:55 29 Dec 19

great group of people and they make it FUN..

Jonathan Blanton

03:25 28 Dec 19

Affordable prices, great tour guides, and a lengthy adventure. Had a great time!

Lance Johnson

01:43 27 Dec 19

awesome time great crew. very knowledgable

Shelly Mesik

21:53 15 Dec 19

Had a great ride! The captain and first mate were great, very knowledgeable!

Don and Nickole Nemecek

20:23 11 Dec 19

Stopped in when we were visiting family in FL it was a great time. Kids really enjoyed seeing the dolphins and getting shells at the island!

Michelle Knapp

12:22 04 Dec 19

Great inlet fishing trip. Very knowledgeable captains. Very reasonable price. Everything provided.

Martina Lashley

23:58 03 Dec 19

We had a wonderful time! Thank you all so much for your hospitality!!

Charlotte Jordan

20:17 03 Dec 19

Saw LOADS of dolphins and birds. The boat stopped at Shell Beach where we stopped to let passengers pick out shells to take home. Great fun day out :)

Holly Joy Gimbel

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.

Terry Roberts

09:19 29 Nov 19

It's a cool boat ride to see dolphins check it out you be glad you did

Scott Swofford

18:23 27 Nov 19

Awesome time with Captain Doc and Captain Christy. Captain Doc put us on the fish and Captain Christy filled us in on all the local wild life. Highly recommend.

Stewart Dixon

02:39 26 Nov 19

Best boating value in the area.

lorna fletcher

00:30 22 Nov 19

Great boat tour. Captain Ron and first mate Kristie were awesome!! Seen lots of birds and dolphins playing. Kristie was very knowledgeable about the habitat in the area and Ron was great at maneuvering the boat so we could all enjoy the dolphins playing. I highly recommend this tour. Great for children, young and old!🤗🇨🇦

Jill Adametz Francis

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!

Tosha Sanders

00:14 13 Nov 19

What an amazing experience with Captain John! We went fishing and tubing for 4 hours and it was awesome! Memories we will treasure forever and we will definitely come back in March!

Gail Marable

14:20 12 Nov 19

We did the four hour backwater fishing trip in October. Capt. Doc was very helpful and kind. He is a good conversationalist and knowledgeable about the area. The morning was the most successful time of our excursion. My husband caught a 23" Drum; it put up quite a fight and was exciting to watch it being brought in. The remainder of the trip was not as bountiful, but seeing Tarpon, manatees, and dolphins was well worth the journey. We will definitely do this again the next time we are in the area.

Abby N.

23:27 10 Nov 19

Andy Sclosed

13:07 10 Nov 19

Anthony Sprogis

18:59 08 Nov 19

Great day on the water fishing with Captain Doc! My wife and I caught 15 fish, brought home 3. Not only was he an amazing captain taking us to the beat fishing spots when we got back he cleaned our fish for us to take home. A few days before that we took a ride on the dolphin and manatee tour, also an incredible tour. The whole crew was super helpful and super friendly! It’s just like a family, we absolutely can not wait to come back and join Ponce Inlet Watersports for another amazing vacation! Thank you guys so much for making our honeymoon extra special!

Jennifer Yang

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 Rickell

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

Brooke Kleinschmidt McCarthy

22:34 31 Oct 19

We had the best day! We went fishing, tubing, and spent time on an island sandbar. Captain John was helpful, funny, and knowledgeable. We are still talking today about how much we loved our experience. Would highly recommend!

Tiffany Willis

00:43 30 Oct 19

We did the dolphin and manatee boat tour for my husband's birthday. We were about an hour into the ride and still hadn't spotted anything. And the captain took us the long way back to make sure we got to see some wildlife! (Which we did) and then stopped on the sandbar to look around which was amazing! Would definitely do again.

Tammy Leone

19:49 25 Oct 19

Great experience! Captain Rob and Danielle are awesome!

Terry Hill

22:31 22 Oct 19

Nice day nice people and a fun little ride on the river

Doug Mayall

20:24 20 Oct 19

The tour was excellent and very informative. The Captain and mate were great

Gerard Almeida

18:10 20 Oct 19

Nothing can be better than fishing with Captains Doc and Kristi.We have been out fishing for the past three years and have never been disappointed. Very knowledgeable and friendly, makes fishing FUN. Kristi adds to the Echo Environment as she points out things of interest as we troll along fishing. If you want REAL FISHING, this is the place to be. TRULY IT IS “THE BEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK”.

Stefanie Saillant-Filipiak

16:51 17 Oct 19

Friendly and helpful staff. We had a wonderful time. Reservation to check out was completely smooth.

Albe Reyes

19:12 15 Oct 19

Tammy Mydlarz Gallagher

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.

Kevin Sunday

19:38 08 Oct 19

Great experience, and super friendly staff!

Kenny Lee

22:13 07 Oct 19

friendly captain , kids had great time, highly recommend!

Linda Schnell

19:09 07 Oct 19

Venita Berry

20:02 04 Oct 19

We rented a boat for 2 hours and John, our captain, made the trip amazing. Would definitely go again!

Daniel Robinson

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

Robert W. Terry

14:55 01 Oct 19

We loved the ride.. captain and first mate were very AWESOME!!

Rob Wheelock

21:32 29 Sep 19

Great way to get out on the water and see some wildlife while learning about our eco system. Friendly staff makes it fun!

Michael Jones

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..

Mi Keesha Stafford

19:29 27 Sep 19

They are awesome! Check them out you won’t regret it!

Joan Engle

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.

Holly F

01:36 27 Sep 19

Great trip, Captain Doc and Captain Christy were awesome! Decent fishing as well.

Cameron Slagle

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!

Bob Slagle

03:55 26 Sep 19

This was an absolute blast. We had captain Dave as our Captain. Super nice guy, he new his stuff. I would definitely recommend this company y for your water sport adventure

Courtney Hejna

17:47 25 Sep 19

We had a great time !! Danielle and Capt Rob were awesome!!!

Travis Abell

00:20 23 Sep 19

Great people fascistic time!

Shayla Montgomery

01:46 22 Sep 19

We parasailed for the first time here & it was an awesome experience!

Leah Killian Dukowitz

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!

Melinda Hands

13:14 19 Sep 19

"Brian" took us on an amazing paddle board outing! It was a perfect day!I swam with manatees! He is full of information about ponce inlet and sea life and conservation. I was in awe!Thank you to the whole crew for making 3 people very happy with an experience we are not likely to ever forget!

Lynn Yurick

17:55 15 Sep 19

Great day fishing with Ashley and Doc
will be definitely coming back next time were in Florida

Andy Walker

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.

David Dunn Sr.

19:57 09 Sep 19

this is a great place to have fun with

Debra Dallmann

23:34 06 Sep 19

Paddleboarding, I had an amazing day.
Booking to go again.

Essie Barrantes

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 Elam

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!!

Jane Jinks Crooks

13:06 13 Aug 19

We did the 2 hour jet ski tour. It was excellent! Our tour guide was awesome! Highly recommend!

Cody Wilkens

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

Susan Aikey

13:13 07 Aug 19

We went on the dolphin tour had a great time. Captain Rob and Hailey were wonderful

Em Burd

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 Turner

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!!

Sarah Absheer

23:08 31 Jul 19

Great time on the manatee and dolphin tour!

Jr Stiles

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

Shannon Cole

22:01 30 Jul 19

Very informative and friendly!!

Erin Russell Sipich

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!

Monica Miller Phillips

21:31 27 Jul 19

Had a great day! Brian and Jenna were amazing!

Sarah Laws

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!

Kevin Schultz

18:03 27 Jul 19

Friendly knowledgeable staff. Nice cruise to just get out on the water.

Tracy Smith

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 McKinney

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.

Ashley McKinney

13:46 25 Jul 19

we had an amazing time. consumer service was wonderful. will definitely do this again! 😊

Teresa Branch Todd

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 Martin

19:43 20 Jul 19

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

Tessa J. Hendrix McNeal

11:45 20 Jul 19

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

Christina Ashton

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 Toulson

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 Dupon

22:23 16 Jul 19

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

Brad DiMiero

22:02 06 Jul 19

very fun , mellow day , Brian the owner was very personable helpful and knowledgeable. fun day !

Anne LaBonte DiMiero

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.

Wendi Rickett

18:41 04 Jul 19

We have done the Eco boat tour twice. Love it!!

Patricia Smith

19:46 02 Jul 19

We enjoyed the dolphin cruise

Gena Gwanny Schocke

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 Couts

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 Hughes

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 Jackson Logan

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 Bills

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

Jeanne Strandberg

18:08 27 Jun 19

Fun family adventure very reasonably priced.

Lisa Pase

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 Mclachlan

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.

Debbie Rhoades

00:32 25 Jun 19

Captain Matt was awesome!!!! Price was reasonable.

Amanda Davis Royster

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 Tucker

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!

Gail Kilgore Smith

16:00 19 Jun 19

We had a Great time! we saw Manatee and Dolphin both.

Rebecca Rice

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!

Heather Shuster

18:26 17 Jun 19

Everyone in our group loved the dolphin tour!
They were SO AWESOME!

Gabrielle Fox

20:28 13 Jun 19

Loved this experience, so cool!

Ben Gordon

22:08 07 Jun 19

absolutely fantastic tour guides and a lovely boat tour! my family loved it!

Holly Riley Buck

14:24 07 Jun 19

The Dolphin/Manatee tour was fun for our whole family. Kind/knowledgeable staff.

Kayla Scherf

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.

LaRhonda Pickett

00:11 04 Jun 19

had an awesome time great crew

Amanda Romero Parsons

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 Fox

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 West

17:56 24 May 19

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

Amber Watripont

21:39 17 May 19

Great dolphin tour! Knowledgeable and friendly tour guide 😊

Faye Sannan

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 Olsen

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 Hawrylak

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 Hayes

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 Taylor

20:46 17 Apr 19

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

Lindsay Ballard

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!!

Megan Wagner

17:39 17 Apr 19

This is the second year in a row we have done the eco tour. We really enjoy it every time.

Donna Prentice

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

Adam Wagner

13:53 15 Apr 19

outstanding place.. highly recommend

Allen Bowman

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 Weid

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 Weid

23:10 12 Apr 19

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

Carla Jacobs

20:48 12 Apr 19

a fun activity acting acting must do!!

Carol S Slater

01:55 12 Apr 19

Had the best time!! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Sandy Tapp Maxwell

21:04 11 Apr 19

Fun place to hang out and great activities! Mike and Dan were a hoot!
Linda was super sweet too.
We will be back soon.

Matt Menard

20:01 10 Apr 19

Absolutely fantastic great place

Betty Wright

17:42 10 Apr 19

Awesome trip. Great people.

Stephanie Felix

23:50 08 Apr 19

We had a great time with captain John! He made us feel at home and was there to help at all times when needed. AND we caught a bunch a fish 🐠🐟🚤

Jillian Roark Hamon

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 Bender

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 Collins

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 Copping

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 Sidener

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 Jaros

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

Rana Tazelaar

17:52 25 Mar 19

We had a wonderful time with Captain John this morning! Thank you so much.

Shannon Cochran Priest

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 Grant

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 Bratcher

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 Swisher

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.

Monique Popet Morano

14:03 14 Mar 19

Great tour, very informative , great staff and saw some dolphins !! Highly recommend!!

Nicole Hart

23:05 11 Mar 19

great tour and informative information nice way to spend an afternoon.

Cynthia Stark Casale

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 Harting

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!

Alesha Brewer

18:15 27 Feb 19

We had a wonderful Eco Tour! So much fun for all ages with a wonderful captain and crew!

Stacey Harper

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 Frost

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.

Anna E Mscisz

22:23 23 Feb 19

We had a great time and saw a bunch of dolphins.

Sarah Katherine

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!

Kat Claws Rinaldi

02:06 18 Jan 19

Had the best time the dolphins where so close!! And Kristy and caption John were awesome stopped at a cool island and picked some shells .We may be back this week

Sarah Elizabeth Hillard

17:38 03 Jan 19

Amazing, great staff! Very family friendly

Denise Weinrich

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!

Steve Zellers

19:04 29 Dec 18

Great time fishing with Captain John! 4 hour trip and the family caught over 30 fish!

Dana Lowdon-Wiebe

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.

Kendyl Biebel

02:11 28 Dec 18

Thanks for a great day of fishing! My kids loved it too!

Nabila Dinarsakti

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 Walbyoff

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

Tina Dilbeck

19:10 14 Nov 18

one of the best fishing trips ever!

Jill Larson

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!

Megan M Johnson

19:56 01 Nov 18

The tour guides we had were amazing and very knowledgeable!! Lots of great sites to see!

Michelle Tarter Begley

00:12 24 Oct 18

Great people that know their stuff!! I’ll go here every time! I love that they educate you on the area and dolphins!

Robert French

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

Rebecca T. Hyvonen

13:29 18 Oct 18

This is a great experience. Warm and professional crew.

Shona Ross

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 �

Austin C. Deutsch

19:01 15 Oct 18

Great dolphin tour last Friday (Oct 12). Saw a large group of dolphins for a long time and even a quick glimpse of a shark. The tour guide and captain were highly knowledgeable about the animals and coastal area. Highly recommend if in the Ponce Inlet area.

Elizabeth Chupp

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!!

Joe Kulesza

00:20 07 Oct 18

Great fishing trip on 10/4! Captain and crew were great! Tons of fun and fish!

Rachel Lyons

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 Delp

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 Bégin

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

Holly McCart

20:30 14 Sep 18

Angela Halter Johnson

21:31 13 Sep 18

Had a great time. Our mate was very knowledgable. Both Captain and Mate were super nice.

Niki Taflinger Crandall

14:52 08 Sep 18

Great experience! Very friendly and knowledgeable staff

Kim Andres-Gomez

18:36 06 Sep 18

Awesome experience! My daughter had a blast❤️ the crew was fun and very friendly!

Christy Thurmond

22:32 01 Sep 18

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

Becky Simpson-Warnken

02:37 29 Aug 18

My favorite place when in town visiting family!

Geno Ewalt III

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

Sara Kinley

20:37 23 Aug 18

so much fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Christina Dubé

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 Cooper

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 Toang

18:04 17 Aug 18

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

KeyOnna Miller

01:08 17 Aug 18

Amazing guide and learned so much! Great experience overall and saw so many dolphins! 🐬

Tina Battista

20:37 14 Aug 18

Amazing all around always a great time

Katie Coughlin

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!!!

Penny Ellingsworth

22:16 04 Aug 18

Excellent trip today! Thank you so much!

Ashley Ford

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!!!! ⭐️😎🌺🌈

Stacy Ann Relvini

18:26 27 Jul 18

Extremely nice crew and great with kids!

Nicole Curtis Clarke

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!

Michelle Linn

19:36 20 Jul 18

Wonderful experience! Even the rain couldn’t stop the fun! The crew was fabulous, funny, and ready to show us an adventure with enthusiasm and passion! I would highly recommend this experience for all ages!!!

Michelle Hozian

17:52 20 Jul 18

Bryan was the Best Tour guide and will do again next year... 5 stars a must do!!!!!

Bobby Cole

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 Nordman

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.

Joshua Galloway

18:27 11 Jul 18

Ty Captain John for the wonderful charter out in the deep blue!

Linda Conine Moseley

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!

Roxanne McCartney D'onofrio

01:00 11 Jul 18

Absolutely amazing experience. �

Fred Bemis

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!!

Kelly Wacker Parsons

22:19 08 Jul 18

Great tour. The captain and 1st mate were awesome! Thx guys!

Lori Ezell Warren

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 Campbell

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 Tumlin

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!

Summer Tumlin

20:54 28 Jun 18

We had such a great time and such great people! Definitely recommend them for sure! ��

Angela Payne Harrison

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 Nobles

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!

Britt Beechie

02:29 25 Jun 18

Fishing with Doc was amazing. Will def be back!

Chad Sheri Kinzie

00:28 25 Jun 18

had an amazing time with captain Matt and Danielle today. they are extremely knowledgeable about the habitat and the wildlife. would definitely be interested in another tour! Great job guys and hope to see you in the future!

David M. Schrein

22:13 23 Jun 18

5 stars +! A loyal customer for two charter trips! Go John Geyer and the crew, the best there is!

Kathi Hawkins Schrein

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 Hann

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 Shanis

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!

Ashlee Mariani

17:51 20 Jun 18

Had such a wonderful time!! Both our captain & tour guide were awesome! 10/10 recommend while visit the area!!!

Stephy Jo Davis

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 Miller-Seifert

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 Gustavson

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 Toney

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

Michelle Watson

21:59 13 Jun 18

Very informative..definitely will go again

Schere Spires

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 Purkey

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.

Abby Obrien

15:56 08 Jun 18

Kim McKinnon Dragoo

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 Braunschweig

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!

Michelle Dubs

17:24 31 May 18

We love fishing with captain John!

Mckensie Malecki

15:04 25 May 18

Kim Eggleton

13:26 02 May 18

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

Evelyn Denny

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 Riley

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 Mabus

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 Sloan

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 Dawn

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.

Kate Borden

00:28 06 Apr 18

Joe Borst

21:53 05 Apr 18

Erica Bargo

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.

Mandi Womack Aker

21:45 31 Mar 18

Denisa Perdue

20:40 28 Mar 18

Jenny Crawford

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!

Tyler Robbins

18:41 17 Mar 18

We had so much fun fishing! Great captain and lots of fish caught also saw dolphins and jelly fish��

Samantha Dunn

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.

Melissa Nelepovitz

22:48 15 Mar 18

Funny, family friendly people. Will go again! Only saw 2 dolphins but we went late.

William Phillips

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 Rickard

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 Wood

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 Waki

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. ☆☆☆☆☆

Linda Geffroy

01:10 23 Feb 18

Rita Fendick

21:19 21 Feb 18

We loved our tour so much my bf wanted to go back again today! Lol thank you for everything!

Kim S. Lyons

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!!

Amy Beth

20:06 18 Feb 18

Kat Whittington

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!

Hailey Lingo

00:42 23 Jan 18

Dana Walker

03:23 31 Dec 17

Captain John and Danielle were amazing!! They are very knowledgeable of the job they do but what's more amazing is the passion & love they have not only for their job but for the love of the environment and all the amazing animals mammals and reptiles and anything else you may see while you are with them! The history of Ponce Inlet they give you is also and the point and the lighthouse is pretty interesting. I advise soak up all the information they give not only bc they are tour guides but because it's part of the world we live in. These guys make you forget your on a tour but make you feel like your on a boat of 28 friends hanging out. Danielle is I agree the DOLPHIN WHISPER.. we hadn't been out but maybe 10-15tops and we see the first sighting of the 2 different types of dolphins. I didn't know either they, the dolphins have to have fresh water to survive and they get it by the fish they eat everyday and eating over 30 pounds of fish. These guys are so wonderful and if you leave your mind wide open it's amazing what Captain John and Danielle can teach you just in 90mins! Amazing I would def do it again and will be back!! Best place to take your kids too! P.S. HAPPY birthday today to Danielle's oldest boy! Thanks again for making our first trip one we will never forget!

Mindy Kilgore

01:02 22 Dec 17

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

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01:23 23 Nov 17

Captain John and Mate Melissa were great tour guides and found the dolphins for us!!

Kelley Williams Doyle

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!

Heather Rogers

13:12 15 Nov 17

Louise Risser

22:28 05 Nov 17

Wonderful boat ride. Today we saw lots of dolphins and many birds. Lots of pelicans.

Cameron Mock

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!

LamonicaandSandy Paul

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!!

Michelle Stacey Eldridge

19:49 03 Oct 17

Great tour! Saw dophin and a manatee. My son got to help "Captain" the boat. He was beyond excited.

Anjili Jolie

04:21 03 Oct 17

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

Danielle Young

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 Playford

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.

Sharon Bice East

01:15 28 Sep 17

Awesome! We had the best time! Saw several dolphin! Got some interesting info about the area!

Susan Scannell Keef

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!

Valerie Walker-Spears

21:35 21 Sep 17

Irene Thomas

13:22 05 Sep 17

These guys are the best EVER! Thanks for making our Labor Day weekend vacation a blast

Edward Adkins

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 Gonzalez

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.

Rachel Dudzenski-Vallely

14:53 30 Aug 17

Linda Treichel Westphal

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!!!!

Angela Edwards

20:09 24 Aug 17

Beverly Ruff Baptiste

17:44 23 Aug 17

Rebecca Preston-Murphy

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!!!

Kelly Jessica Fox

01:25 19 Aug 17

Carma Smith Stanley

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

Ricardo Hernandez

23:28 16 Aug 17

Clint Gregory

16:55 16 Aug 17

Great day to be on the water with the family. Five of us did the backwater fishing with Captain Doc, we hit about 4 spots and caught about 30 fish, seven keepers. Doc was great, knowledgeable and attentive. Kids had fun and we got plenty of bites so they never got bored. The boat held ten but we were the only ones on board so it was sweet having the deck to ourselves. At the end, Doc fileted our catch and we took them to the restaurant next door to get them cooked. Great day, thanks Captain Doc!

Tibitha Matheney

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 Kinney

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.

Loni Anne Goodwin Taylor

22:38 11 Aug 17

Went on the eco tour and had a great experience, staff was friendly and knowledgeable!

Phil Nelson

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 Welch

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.

Karen Melton Stuart

00:25 10 Aug 17

We had a great trip today Sam and Danielle rocked, so informative and great personalities!

Chrissy Yahner-Hendricks

18:01 08 Aug 17

Brian Pici

19:59 06 Aug 17

Just an awesome experience with an awesome crew! My girls loved it!

Toni Yoder

16:17 06 Aug 17

We took a paddleboard tour with Brian It was great.
We are going to return in September.

Jennifer Mosley

01:00 03 Aug 17

Great ppl! You will have a blast! Great customer service!

Steve Griffin

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 Higdon

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!!

Kelle Boydston

13:32 30 Jul 17

Melissa Fobbs

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!!

Baylee LaCoste

19:32 26 Jul 17

Melissa McCurley Cooper

18:06 25 Jul 17

Victoria Dawn Osborne

16:37 22 Jul 17

Holly Kasselman

23:15 20 Jul 17

My family and I had the best time! Special thanks to Brain Lesko he was amazing!

Candice Marie

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 Himmelspach

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 Yarber

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 Pilcher

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!

Michael Starkloff

16:49 18 Jul 17

Danielle Ward

14:41 18 Jul 17

Michelle Davis Priest

17:35 17 Jul 17

Shawn Merritt

00:59 17 Jul 17

Went on boat tour today Sun the 16th had a great time

Becky Giard

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!!!

Andrew Arnold

21:39 12 Jul 17

Erin Sloan Frady

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 Tenold

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 Ammond

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 Weber Chiumento

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!!!

Precious SoGloriousinhim Williams

23:54 04 Jul 17

Went on the tour for dolphin and manatees most fun we had there

Sharlene Fields Childress

02:11 04 Jul 17

Enjoyed my tour today so much. Saw many dolphins and a manatee. The girls are the best!!! Captain Sam and Danielle sure know their stuff!!! Will do it again.

Mike Edwards

16:12 02 Jul 17

Great time and fun. Captain John was awesome. Catch em all lol.

Laura E Farmer

19:13 30 Jun 17

David Randolph

23:39 28 Jun 17

Amazing experience!! Thank you for all you guys did for Amy and I this week. You made our honeymoon perfect!

Azure Lee Bunner

23:10 24 Jun 17

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

Aimee Ariel

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.

Kaiti Baldridge Long

18:03 23 Jun 17

Our very first dolphin/manatee tour! Our three year old enjoyed every minute of it--having an educated and skilled Captain and First Mate made the experience over the top! Learned a lot, saw a lot and will definitely be back! The cherry on top, getting out of the boat to hunt sand dollars!

Angie Hay-Sandage

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!

Dennis Ertz

21:46 21 Jun 17

great guides and fun crew. very knowledgeable, friendly and made it very fun despite some rain

Kelley Holliday Robbins

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 Connor

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 Seiler

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!

Laurie Thompson

19:17 14 Jun 17

Rosanna Ragadio Clark

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 Smith

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 :)

MaryAnn Turok Fourtney

20:11 11 Jun 17

Had a great excursion and got to see the Dolphins.. Great boat ride. Very informative.

Sara Kearney

20:52 10 Jun 17

Perfect location! We had such a great day with the kids out on kayaks. Staff was wonderful.

Heather Beecham

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!

Anna Lillian Loughlin

17:56 09 Jun 17

Matthew Clevenger

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.

John Geyer

23:21 05 Jun 17

Chad Marlow

03:28 04 Jun 17

Friendly and engaging staff. A great relaxing way to enjoy the areas natural beauty.

Wesley Humphrey

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!

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Tonya Spurgeon Lanham

13:58 22 May 17

Cap John and the crew are awesome. So much fun and information. Will go back!! Worth the 25.00.

Becca Graham

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 Morawczynski

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.

Tracie Heffley

23:22 12 May 17

Lee Ward

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 �

Melanie Lockhart Amick

19:47 11 May 17

Rach Mac

00:26 11 May 17

Great crew. Delivered what promised. Highly recommend. Dolphins !!��

Victoria Bohres

19:08 06 May 17

Had a wonderful time. Great people and knowledge.

Jeff Mckean

21:38 04 May 17

Roberta Kennedy

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!

Destinee Sleath

15:49 30 Apr 17

We went on a boat tour with them on Thursday and it was one of the best things we did while in Florida! The staff was funny and friendly and we saw tons of dolphins, birds, and tiny crabs. They even stopped on one of the islands and let us look for shells and sand dollars. By far the best $25 spent and if we come back to this area we will definitely go here again. Super relaxing and informational I would recommend this to everyone!

Jennifer Bossert

16:47 29 Apr 17

Literally loved it! Awesome people running the place and working there. Definitely will return.

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17:13 20 Apr 17

Loved paddleboarding. Great experience and will be doing it again. Thanks Brian

Shannon Schultz

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 :)

John Garrett

22:31 10 Apr 17

Jeremy M Gibson

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.

Jaime Dayle

23:50 01 Apr 17

Everyone is so friendly and great! And they crack good jokes. Such a family friendly place. �

Emily Reddy

01:24 29 Mar 17

Gabrielle Dee

17:54 17 Mar 17

We had the best time fishing this morning fishing with our captain!! Can't wait to go again!

Monique Matos

20:00 12 Mar 17

Was such a great day! Captain D was excellent!

Gary Portenier

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.

James Tackett

19:23 20 Jan 17

We went on the sightseeing tour for manatee and dolphin that goes out everyday at 1PM. It is very informative and entertaining. Looking for nature isn't an exact science but these folks do their best

Elisha Kessler

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!

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18:59 08 Dec 16

Eva Gonzalez

18:29 02 Nov 16

It was awesome! The captain and the narrator were both SUPER friendly, as was the staff in the office. We were warned that after the hurricane we most likely wouldn't see any manatees because it disrupted them, which was a bit disappointing. We did however get to see a small pod of dolphins. The narrator was so informative while we were watching them and was also telling us about the bird wildlife as well. They took us to the disappearing island and explained the history of the area as well. Next time I come to Florida I will definitely be coming back here!! They offer a variety of things besides the eco tours.

Michele Griggs

22:41 31 Oct 16

We had a great time we caught so many fish and our captain was the best thank you Captain Doc.....

Mel Isseeah

23:19 27 Oct 16

Entertaining and informative trip around the inlet.

Renee Wangelin-Johnson

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

Zach Holcomb

16:36 08 Sep 16

PandieSue Hedlund

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 Scott

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 Canestrari

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 Stuckey

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!!

James Parr

22:22 07 Jul 16

I've done two inner costal and one offshore fishing trips with these folks. All three were a GREAT experience!
The guides and staff are great and a pleasure to spend the day with! I'll be back again! Highly recommend one of these fishing deals! Thanks guys! Capt. John, you have some NYS Fair Sauce heading your way!

Salena Murdock

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 Brown

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 Askew

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!

Kayla Larrison

17:15 02 May 16

Second time out with captain John on a private fishing charter....best time ever! I would highly recommend it, our favorite thing to do when we come to Florida!

Rachel Boyce

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 Larsen

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 Jordan

21:26 02 Jan 16

Jennifer Freed

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 Normand-Young

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!

Robin Murphy

19:18 21 Oct 15

Deanna Patrick Hill

20:36 09 Oct 15

Great 3 days with Captain John fishing the backwaters......

Jack Piercy

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.

Renee Snyder

14:45 28 Aug 15

Joshua Powell

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.

JacobandAmanda Stevens

17:57 20 Jun 15

Ben Briggs

15:51 05 Jun 15

Captain John was very good he new the spots and put us on fish. What a better way to spend my boy's birthdays.

Chelcea Queen

19:55 03 Jun 15

Rochelle Pierce

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!

Bryan Simons

00:16 12 Jan 15

The private Charter with captain John was awesome. I would definitely go back!

Hunter Dargay

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!

Christine Benegasi

17:28 06 Oct 14

Captain John is awesome! The private charter was great.

Lori Spray-Esteve

18:55 11 Aug 14

Girls had a lot of fun! Thank you!

Molly Jaye McGuffee

02:52 20 Jul 14

Tracy Newton

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

Tammy Newton

17:09 07 Jun 14

Had an AWESOME time deep sea fishing with Capt. John n my hubby Tracy Newton on r honeymoon!!!

Melissa Vorce

14:26 05 Feb 14

we had a great time on the eco tour yesterday :)

Tina Michalek-Mathews

15:12 02 Sep 13

Rhonda O. Fairburn

16:46 01 Aug 13

Justin Schuster

01:44 26 Jun 13

Gail Lynn

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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