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Wild Side Tours

599 Ramp Road, Cocoa Beach, FL
1-800-695-1770
Ranked #2 of 16 tours in Cocoa Beach
5.0 of 5 stars 52 Reviews
Type: Tours
Owner description: Unique Eco boat tour through the Thousand Islands Nature Preserve in the Banana River. Educational presentation by retired science teacher/master...... more » Owner description: Unique Eco boat tour through the Thousand Islands Nature Preserve in the Banana River. Educational presentation by retired science teacher/master naturalist. Focus on in-depth experience and understanding of manatees, dolphins and birds, as well as the mangrove forests. Our 22 passenger catamaran, with cover and restroom, allows for a more personal and interactive experience. Daily tours at 10:00 and 1:00. Special tours for birding, photography, marine science. Charters for parties, reunions,etc. « less
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Rock Valley, Iowa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

We went on a tour today with Ben. It was really nice because it was just our family of four. Ben was an excellent captain and was very knowledgeable. We saw a lot of different birds, a jelly fish and a lot of manatee. They were up close to the boat and we got a close look at them. It... More

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Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

We went on a boat tour yesterday with Wildside; everyone had a great time. We saw a lot of friendly dolphins and manatees. Our captain Ben and his first mate/wife were very friendly and knowledgeable about the local wildlife. I liked that they supplied plenty of good binoculars for everyone to use so we could up-close looks at the animals.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

We enjoyed the 2.5 hour tour with Wild Side Tours. Our trip included meandering through inlets of the Banana River. We were very pleased to see dolphins and several manatees. We also spotted quite a few jellyfish, fish and a variety of birds. The tour includes water, soft drinks and beer-help yourself from a cooler. I appreciated the 4 stroke... More

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Ontario, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

We did this tour last month and had a great experience. The tour guides were extremely knowledgable as well as attentive to my two children. They gave my girls colouring books and crayons when they started to get restless (which by the way was not until the very end because we saw so much wildlife!). The boat was comfy and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012
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I enjoyed the WildTours two years ago and did a second tour this year with girlfriends who were staying at Cocoa Beach with me. Captain Bob is so knowledgable. He makes the tour very enjoyable even on a morning when most of the manatees decide to stay hidden. His boat is comfortable and has a cover for those who don't... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012

This was an awesome boat tour with a very knowledgable captain at the helm. There are plenty of wildlife to see including manatees and dolphins. The crew is extremely nice and accommodating. Best value and will be going again on our next trip to the area. Job well done! More

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Noblesville, Indiana
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012

Nice relaxing tour with two knowledgeable guides. Great for kids and adults alike. The free drinks was an added bonus and coloring books for the kids were great as well. Thank you so much, we will return. More

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Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2012

Spent a Sunday morning with our children and grandchildren on this tour and had a great time. As advertised, saw plenty of manatees and dolphins, as well as some interesting birds. Capt. Jeanette was an excellent guide and very knowledgeable of the area. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone. Sharon and John, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada More

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Atlanta, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2012

The closeup view of birds and dolphins, as well as the amiable, knowledgeable and flexible crew, made for the best nature or boat tour my hubby and I have ever been on, in 20+ years of birdwatching. We highly recommend it! More

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El Dorado, Arkansas
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

My husband and I enjoyed the tour very much!!! It was exciting to see dolphins and manatees up close! Would go again tomorrow!! More

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