Such a fun experience. Saw so many dolphins swimming in their natural habitat! Ship captains were excellent. Stop on island to pick shells was great fun!!
Jenna P
04:27 12 Jan 21
We visited Ponce Island today and grabbed a tour while there! The staff is so friendly and helpful. Cpt Danielle and FM Jenn we’re really amazing and personable. The knowledge and their working relationship is phenomenal. We enjoyed every second of our tour and time with them. The dolphins were a plus!
What a wonderful, relaxing day! We saw birds and dolphins and sunshine!The people were very informed and shared a lot of information and seem to know the...
Jessica Kelsea
00:28 09 Jan 21
My daughters and I had a great dolphin tour with Ponce Inlet water sports. We saw dolphins from the time we got to the dock, until the time we stepped off the boat. Friendly staff, lots of great information shared while on the tour, and very well run. We will definitely be stopping by again on our next trip to daytona beach!
Cathy Jeppsen
03:50 03 Jan 21
We had a great tour today. We went on the manatee and dolphin tour. The guide and captain were great and informative. They taught us so many things and showed us the dolphins. Bonus, we stopped at a beach and collected shells. A great tour!
Great guide and captain! This is such a fun tour. We saw so many dolphins and we made fun memories to last a lifetime.
Chris & Shanelle Jones
01:29 28 Dec 20
Ponce Inlet Water Sports Dolphin tour was amazing. The staff are very professional, friendly, understanding, and well knowledgeable. They accommodate everyone even with schedule changes. My family and I will return for vacation and do another tour with this company. Also the staff give great recommendations of other businesses and restaurants in the area.
Always friendly and courteous staff who care about you having an enjoyable time.
Regina Vasquez
11:36 01 Dec 20
It was absolutely amazing! I was terrified at first but once we got up there its so peaceful. Beautiful. The crew was awesome!
TLC TLC
22:25 30 Nov 20
Brilliant experience! Our Captain and First Mate were fantastic- very knowledgeable about the area, the history, the wildlife and full of entertaining stories. We saw lots of dolphins, but no manatees on our trip- not their fault, but because it's late November and the manatees have moved to the springs for the winter. This is an excellent value and a fun thing to do with the family, no matter what their ages are.
Fantastic way to spend the afternoon. We learned a bunch about the animals and plants of the area. Our guide was extremely interesting and kept us all enthralled.
Hands down the most fun we could have had. We saw dolphins, swam off a little island and did some fishing. Captain Doc and Ashley were AMAZING. We felt so comfortable with them, and the hospitality couldn’t have been better. If I could rate 10 stars I would. Thank you Doc & Ashley!
had a great time on dolphin and manatee boat tour today. followed a dolphin for quite awhile as we thought it was injured. the guides were so professional and concerned for the dolphin. waiting to hear the outcome. highly recommend.
What a wonderful day! We had a 2hour private boat charter with captain John and Josh. We brought our 6 year old and 2.5 year old with us and we all had a blast! We caught many fish and a sting ray! We saw beautiful dolphins and had a very beautiful day. Captain John and josh were amazing with our kids and gave us knowledge on every fish we caught. And we had such amazing fun conversation. It was like being out with friends! We will definitely be planning more trips! Thank you so much! This was a perfect birthday gift for my husband!
Doc and Ashley were great!! I caught more fish than I ever have. Took the fillets next door and had them for lunch. Great people, great views, great fun!!
we really enjoyed our back water fishing trip. it was so much fun and amazing. The crew was fun and very helpful. you don't want to miss out on this trip. we loved it.
We had a great fishing trip with Captain John! He was great help and lots of fun! We caught 10 different kinds of fish! And to top it off I caught a Shark! Great time! Definitely will do again!
it is definitely a something everyone should do if they visit DAYTONA area weather u do the ecotour or fish charter its a very reasonable price a great time and even greater people cant say thank u enough u guys are awesome
We had John as our boat captain, and he was absolutely amazing!! Everyone at this facility is so friendly and welcoming. The time on the charter boat was so much fun!! 10 out of 10 would recommend this excursion while visiting Daytona beach!!
Time of our lives! Fair price and we reeled in some nice ones! John Ingram was our guide and I can't express how knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful he...
Hailey and Captain Ingram treated us to a lovely tour. We saw many dolphins and even a spinning shark! Hailey does a nice job explaining what we are seeing. Recommend!
Took our family of 5 out on a private charter for fishing and tubing. Captain John was a fantastic host; patient with the kids, super helpful, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone had a great time! We caught several species of fish including a puffer (the favorite of the kids). Beautiful area. Our first time out on a boat tour, but definitely not our last! No complaints, excellent trip! Definitely recommend.
We had a great day ! We were very excited to see the manatees ! Our captains/ tour gals were fantastic. I can not wait to bring my grandkids on this trip in May 2021 . Highly recommended and so affordable .
My family and I had a great tour with Hailey and Danielle! They were informative and interactive with us. I would recommend that everyone go see them while they’re in Ponce Inlet.
Shane Birdsong
19:02 26 Sep 20
This was worth every penny and more. I say tip before you go on the tour. I tried to tip when I left they said they could not do it that wY. Or recommend bring cash. Took tour with three ladies. Very professional and looked after guests needs.
We had a great time fishing with these guys....very relaxed and our guide knew the areas well enough so we could have a few nice catches...they were very courteous and helpful the entire time!
Kristin Shepherd
03:01 19 Sep 20
Very nice boat ride, got to see lots of dolphins! Boat crew was very knowledgeable of the area and made the ride super enjoyable! Great price for a nice boat ride!
Can not say enough! We took our 2 younger kids out with Captain John and he was so wonderful, knowledgeable and PATIENT. We saw dolphins, fished tons, stopped at disappearing island for a picnic, took tons of pictures and made the best memories. We will def be back next year! Thanks so much for such a wonderful trip!
Chartered a boat for 4 hours with another family. It was amazing! Captain John is great with kids and told us all about ponce inset and dolphins. We saw...
We've been out with Brian for his SUP tour twice now and we'll definitely be back! Brian is extremely knowledgeable and funny. Could not recommend this tour...
I have been on the dolphin/ manatee tour and now the 4 hour fishing tour. both captains and mates were extremely friendly and helpful. Both tours were just an all around relaxing experience. We saw several dolphins . We will definitely be back and this is now a must when family comes to visit.
What a wonderful tour. We only saw 2 dolphins but tons of birds and LOTS of info from the 2 young ladies. They we awesome. I will definitely try some of their other services.
Went out with Captain Doc. He put me on some big fish. I told him I wanted to catch a shark. As you can see Doc delivered. Great guys to fish with. Very knowledgeable about the fish in the area. Highly recommend fishing with these guys.
We took the Eco Tour today. Captain Ingram and First Mate Bailey made sure we had a great time! Saw lots of dolphins and learned a lot about the area! Beautiful boat ride and some island time that locals and tourists alike will enjoy! Thank you for a great experience!!!
Heather Summerford
18:14 08 Aug 20
Captain Doc was a great guide. Highly recommended! We caught several fish and my husband even caught a shark! Would definitely go again.
Thank you Brian for being such an amazing and knowledgeable paddle board guide! It was our first time being on the boards and we had an awesome time. Highly, Highly recommend everyone go! *Shout out to Jess & Shelby for showing my daughter & I around too.
John was our captain and he made the experience ! He was so kinda and informative. We truly had a great time and we will definitely be back next year. THANK YOU JOHN 😊
We chartered a 4 hour boat ride yesterday to kick off our vacation. Our 3 kids wanted to fish and go tubing and Captain John was amazing with them. We had a blast, he was kind and patient with the kids and we made some amazing memories! My daughter is already asking to go back! This is definitely something we will do again- highly recommend!
4 Hour Private Boat Tour was awesome! The whole family enjoyed the ecotour, island/sandbar hopping and tubing! Captain John is cool, informative, fun and safety minded. This is the best way to enjoy the water without bringing your own boat. Well worth it and plan to come back to fish with Capt John next time.
we went for a private charter tour today. it was amazingly fun and we could do whatever we wanted for 4 hours. trust me you want the 4 because you just cant get enough. the views were beautiful and captain john was a champ and keeping you happy. great guy, down to earth , great with kids. all around wonderful experience and will do again next time. he even filled the fish we caught to take home. dont miss out. if your thinking about it just do it you wont regret it. see yall next year!!! ps. the dolphin and manatee tour was also amazing. we went on both and well worth it.
My husband and I went paddle boarding with Brian and it was an amazing experience. Was much better than I expected. I absolutely recommend. We will come back every year. Thanks Brian!!!
My daughter and I really enjoyed our paddle board tour with Brian. He was very personable and fun! He was so sweet helping my daughter who was a bit apprehensive on the paddle board. I highly recommend this tour!
Rob and Amber were amazing, funny and full of information. This is my 3rd time doing one of your tours. Always professional and fun.
Amber Ostermyer
13:01 09 Jul 20
I called before we took the dolphins & Manatee tour,cause I didnt want to get sick out in the ocean.it didnt go in ocean,it stayed in the Halifax & international water.so i was happy about that.i took pills just in case.We saw some white birds & pelicans.saw some Pods of dolphins with there babies.No manatees.stopped at a little island & got our picture taken,& got some shells.the crew was very nice.
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...
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!
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!
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!
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.
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!
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.
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...
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.
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!
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.
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.
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 💙
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!
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! 😅
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.
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.
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!👍🏻
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.
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...
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.
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!!
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!!
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!
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!
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!!
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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!
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
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.
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.
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!
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 answeredWhen 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.
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.
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!🤗🇨🇦
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!
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
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13:07 10 Nov 19
landplys games
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!
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!
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...
$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...
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
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.
Great experience! Captain Rob and Danielle are awesome!
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.
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
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.
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!
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!
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.
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!!
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!
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!
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.
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.
loved every minute of it! great captain and tour guide!
Went on a dolphin tour today in Virginia Beach. I was very disappointed. Wasn’t even close to the experience I had here. Wished we would’ve went back to daytona!
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.
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!!!
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.
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.
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! 💕
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.
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
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!
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.
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!
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!
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.
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.
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!
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!
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!
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!
Christy and were Captain Jack were excellent hosts. They were very professional and knowledgeable about the local area. I highly recommend this boat tour!
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!
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!
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.
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!
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!
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.
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!
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!
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!
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!
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 �
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.
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!!
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!
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
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
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
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!!!
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!!!! ⭐️😎🌺🌈
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
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!
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!!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!!
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.
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!
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.
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 �
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.
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
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.
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!
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!
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!!!
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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....
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. ☆☆☆☆☆
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!
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!
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!
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!!
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!
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!
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.
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.
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!!!!
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!!!
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
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!
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!!!!
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.
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
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
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!!
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.
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 ��
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!!!
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!
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!
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.
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!!!
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.
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!
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!
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.
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 :)
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!
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.
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!
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!
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.
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!
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!
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.
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.
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!
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
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.
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!!!!
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!
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!
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
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!
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!
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!
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!
