
Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island
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Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 88 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island worth booking?
Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island is a 1.3-hour experience in Sarasota, United States, from $65 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 88 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (88)
- Duration
- 1.3 hours
- From
- $65 per person
The only Glass Bottom 100% Clear Kayak Tour in Anna Maria Island, Florida Experience kayaking with a completely clear view of the ocean. We search for seashells, starfish, manatees, dolphins, and other exciting sea life!
What you get
About this experience
The only Glass Bottom 100% Clear Kayak Tour in Anna Maria Island, Florida Experience kayaking with a completely clear view of the ocean. We search for seashells, starfish, manatees, dolphins, and other exciting sea life! Don't miss your chance to have the best view possible. Make sure to wear something you can get wet! We offer day tours, sunset tours, and our most popular night LED tour.
What's included
Included
- Life jacket and paddle
- Use of a Clear Kayak
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Sarasota
Next to King Fish Boat Launch Parking and Launch location is at the "Welcome to AMI sign" Arrive 15 mins early prior to booking. Tour times or Location may change due to traffic issues, weather, or Unforeseen circumstances. If changes are made you will be notified.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Next to King Fish Boat Launch Parking and Launch location is at the "Welcome to AMI sign" Arrive 15 mins early prior to booking. Tour times or Location may change due to traffic issues, weather, or Unforeseen circumstances. If changes are made you will be notified.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Fun Florida Tours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 86 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
86 verified traveler reviews for Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Potatoes of the sea a.k.a. manatee sightings
Cory was a great guide with his bird friend doug helping lead the way. Wear sandals, sunshirt and bathing suit. You don’t go far out and is very calm. Highly recommend and we got to see lots of manatees in the bay.
via Viator
Awesome
Cory was awesome!!! He gave us great advice on how to locate the manatees. We not only found them but had one come up to our boat to visit us. Coming back next year ! Thanks Cory.
via Tripadvisor
Guided night tour
Tour was great and fun was had by all. Our guides Olivia and Travis were awesome!
via Tripadvisor
Kayak for 1:45 minutes along the shore line into a cove where manatees like to hang out at.
Got to see manatees and was awesome! Cory was a great guide and shared a ton of great information about all things.
via Tripadvisor
Awesome night kayak tour with the family
Experienced guides Dan and Autumn. We caught a lot of star fish. All kinds of crabs and fish. Enjoyed the process of identification and getting a background on each species. Kids thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 31
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 66
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Sarasota.
How much does Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island cost?
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Prices start at $65 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Sarasota usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island take?
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Plan for about 1.3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Sarasota is not rushed.
Is Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 88 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Sarasota, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island?
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Around 31 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Sarasota can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Sarasota and add a light layer if any part of the 1.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Sarasota within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Sarasota?
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Sarasota runs dolphin and manatee boat tours out of Sarasota Bay, kayak trips through Lido Key mangroves, Siesta Key beach days and visits to the Ringling estate. On Outty we rank every Sarasota experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour, Sarasota Mangrove Tunnel Guided Kayak Adventure, Manatee Discovery Anna Maria Island. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Sarasota?
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November to April for dry weather and calm bay water. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Sarasota?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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