Testimonials

I think life is better on the water, and love the opportunity to get out in nature as much as I can. I hadn't been paddleboarding in years and even then I wasn't super consistent because I lived too far... read moreI think life is better on the water, and love the opportunity to get out in nature as much as I can. I hadn't been paddleboarding in years and even then I wasn't super consistent because I lived too far away. Coming to Orlando I was determined to start up again. Uncle Ned gave a few pointers and orientation, and it was like riding a bike again!It is a laid back vibe. It's idyllic to be in the canals and so beautiful to see Winter Park homes from the lakes. I learned quite a bit about the history of the area and got to see some cool wildlife too! Definitely recommend giving it a go! read less - 4/29/2022 

Must do This was a birthday gift for my husband and daughter. This was their first time paddleboarding. My husband absolutely loved it and had a great time. My daughter was a little nervous but she had a good... read moreThis was a birthday gift for my husband and daughter. This was their first time paddleboarding. My husband absolutely loved it and had a great time. My daughter was a little nervous but she had a good time. It was a better than expected experience for being the first time. The staff was amazing. My little granddaughter and I waited by the shore and she had a great time wading in the water. She even took a picture on a board and pretended to paddle. That really made her day!. Thank you all for showing my family an amazing time read less - 4/18/2022 

Had an amazing time with Ned today. We had such a great paddle at Wekiva Island. He was so communicative about the weather and we even moved the paddle to a location that was less windy. 10/10. I am already... read moreHad an amazing time with Ned today. We had such a great paddle at Wekiva Island. He was so communicative about the weather and we even moved the paddle to a location that was less windy. 10/10. I am already looking forward to my next paddle. And if you are already confident, come out an rent a board at Wekiva Island! read less - 4/15/2022 

Super fun and excellent guides. We were kinda late into manatee season so we didn’t paddle with any BUT they still made it fun and it was an awesome morning for my last day of vacation. They were super knowledgeable... read moreSuper fun and excellent guides. We were kinda late into manatee season so we didn’t paddle with any BUT they still made it fun and it was an awesome morning for my last day of vacation. They were super knowledgeable and helpful for even us total beginners 🙂 read less - 3/08/2022 

Amazing experience! Ned is super knowledgeable and an excellent instructor for beginners. He made the experience fun and special. We saw dozens and dozens of manatees along with other wildlife and beautiful scenery. We loved it!! Thank you, Ned!-Gabby & Sal - 3/08/2022 

We had Ned for our guide and he was fantastic! We saw a ton of manatees. Would highly recommend Ned! - 3/08/2022 

My friends and I booked a Magical Manatee group tour at Blue Springs, and two private tours of Silver Springs and Weeki Wachi in the hopes to see manatees. Wildlife sighting are never a guarantee. However, not only did we... read moreMy friends and I booked a Magical Manatee group tour at Blue Springs, and two private tours of Silver Springs and Weeki Wachi in the hopes to see manatees. Wildlife sighting are never a guarantee. However, not only did we get to see manatees on each of the tours, we saw alligators, tons of fish, turtles, and even monkeys. Ned and his team were very professional, and even assisted with tons of photos that they uploaded onto their social media page. In addition Ned was very helpful and quick with communication via email in setting up the tours. He also provided a variety of boards to try from Red sport, Red Voyager, and Palm SUPs. The springs in Florida are so beautiful and very clear. Can’t wait to come back. Highly recommend! read less - 3/08/2022 

Ned was a great and friendly instructor! He made our first time paddle boarding relaxing and fun. Although most of the manatees we saw were sleeping, there was so much wildlife we got to see. Definitely would recommend to someone else! - 3/08/2022 

Fantastic experience. The guides are wonderful. This is THE way to see the manatees - 3/08/2022 

We had an absolutely fantastic time! The guys were super friendly, funny, and very accommodating for total basic beginners (me… lol). I had a ton of fun on a gorgeous day and would 10/10 definitely paddle board with them again!!! - 2/26/2022 

Amazing paddle boarding with manatees, and more My friends and I booked a Magical Manatee group tour at Blue Springs, and two private tours of Silver Springs and Weeki Wachi in the hopes to see manatees. Wildlife sighting are never a guarantee. However, not only did we... read moreMy friends and I booked a Magical Manatee group tour at Blue Springs, and two private tours of Silver Springs and Weeki Wachi in the hopes to see manatees. Wildlife sighting are never a guarantee. However, not only did we get to see manatees on each of the tours, we saw alligators, tons of fish, turtles, and even monkeys. Ned and his team were very professional, and even assisted with tons of photos that they uploaded onto their social media page. In addition Ned was very helpful and quick with communication via email in setting up the tours. He also provided a variety of boards to try from Red sport, Red Voyager, and Palm SUPs. The springs in Florida are so beautiful and very clear. Can’t wait to come back. Highly recommend! read less - 2/23/2022 

Amazing experience! Ned is super knowledgeable and an excellent instructor for beginners. He made the experience fun and special. We saw dozens and dozens of manatees along with other wildlife and beautiful scenery. We loved it!! Thank you, Ned!
-Gabby & Sal - 2/16/2022 

Another amazing paddle board adventure with Uncle Ned! A great day on the water, so many manatees. Ned makes the trip so much fun. We will be back again! - 2/14/2022 

By far the best tours out there. I have now done two tours with Tenacious Tom and Uncle Ned, both left us excited for more. These guys are knowledgeable about the area providing fun facts and information along the way.... read moreBy far the best tours out there. I have now done two tours with Tenacious Tom and Uncle Ned, both left us excited for more. These guys are knowledgeable about the area providing fun facts and information along the way. They make sure everyone in the group is comfortable, ranging from first time paddlers to pros. My boyfriend happened to fall in and the reaction time of Tom to get to him and make sure all was good was absolutely incredible. The most important takeaway is that these guys make these trips FUN. They also bring their own cameras and snag amazing pictures of everyone "in the moment" for free. Yup. Don't spend your money anywhere else. And don't forget to bring cash for tips!! I promise you'll want to! read less - 2/14/2022 

By far the best tours out there. I have now done two tours with Tenacious Tom and Uncle Ned, both left us excited for more. These guys are knowledgeable about the area providing fun facts and information along the way.... read moreBy far the best tours out there. I have now done two tours with Tenacious Tom and Uncle Ned, both left us excited for more. These guys are knowledgeable about the area providing fun facts and information along the way. They make sure everyone in the group is comfortable, ranging from first time paddlers to pros. My boyfriend happened to fall in and the reaction time of Tom to get to him and make sure all was good was absolutely incredible. The most important takeaway is that these guys make these trips FUN. They also bring their own cameras and snag amazing pictures of everyone "in the moment" for free. Yup. Don't spend your money anywhere else. And don't forget to bring cash for tips!! I promise you'll want to! read less - 2/14/2022 

This is the way to see manatees Wonderful experience. Lots of fun and the guides are great. Friendly and fun. They only take you out when they know the manatees are around—not all groups are th - 2/12/2022 

What a great experience. The guides are great. A fun experience. This is a much better way to see
The manatees instead of waiting in the car line for Blue Springs. - 2/12/2022 

This is the way to see manatees Wonderful experience. Lots of fun and the guides are great. Friendly and fun. They only take you out when they know the manatees are around—not all groups are that honest - 2/12/2022 

This is the way to see manatees Wonderful experience. Lots of fun and the guides are great. Friendly and fun. They only take you out when they know the manatees are around—not all groups are that honest - 2/12/2022 

What a great experience. The guides are great. A fun experience. This is a much better way to seeThe manatees instead of waiting in the car line for Blue Springs. - 2/12/2022 

We had a fantastic time and our guides were great, entertaining and knowledgeable!! We were very fortunate and saw a lot of manatees 😍😃 - 2/08/2022 

Manatees Everywhere! First off, the location was beautiful and nicely secluded. Ned, our guide, was fantastic. He was patient with us as we learned to maneuver the SUP boards, knowledgeable about the manatees and surrounding area, and he made sure we saw... read moreFirst off, the location was beautiful and nicely secluded. Ned, our guide, was fantastic. He was patient with us as we learned to maneuver the SUP boards, knowledgeable about the manatees and surrounding area, and he made sure we saw a lot of manatee action. This is a must do adventure for anyone visiting central Florida! read less - 2/03/2022 

So many manatees What an amazing couple of hours this was. Ned was a great and funny guide. Took care of us all. There were sooo many manatees - we saw maybe 100 over 2 hours, some swimming by,... read moreWhat an amazing couple of hours this was. Ned was a great and funny guide. Took care of us all. There were sooo many manatees - we saw maybe 100 over 2 hours, some swimming by, some stopping to say hello and cozy up to our paddle boards. It’s not far at all to paddle to the spring so an easy trip even for absolute beginners. We will definitely do a trip with Ned again. read less - 2/03/2022 

Manatees Everywhere! First off, the location was beautiful and nicely secluded. Ned, our guide, was fantastic. He was patient with us as we learned to maneuver the SUP boards, knowledgeable about the manatees and surrounding area, and he made sure we saw... read moreFirst off, the location was beautiful and nicely secluded. Ned, our guide, was fantastic. He was patient with us as we learned to maneuver the SUP boards, knowledgeable about the manatees and surrounding area, and he made sure we saw a lot of manatee action. This is a must do adventure for anyone visiting central Florida! read less - 2/03/2022