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Fully Guided Kayaking Backwater Manatee and Dolphin Tour

Fully Guided Kayaking Backwater Manatee and Dolphin Tour

Overview

With 15+ years of faithful service, A1A Outdoor Center has earned the title, "Most Respected Tour" for a reason. We treat our guests like family. On this tour, you'll receive individual guidance as necessary to get into and out of your vessel, and get help with simple instructions. No experience necessary. And if you are an experienced paddler, we'll only help when asked. We'll enjoy relaxed manatee and dolphin viewing as well as other marine wildlife at your pace, paddling along natural mangrove shorelines, marine islands, and scenic tidal flats. Frequent sightings include manatees, dolphins, jumping fish, otters, shore birds, diving birds, birds of prey (osprey, bald eagles) and occasionally bottom marine life such as crabs, rays, skates, fish and more. No matter what the sightings though, you'll have a great time learning about Florida lagoons and enjoying a tranquil paddle in paradise.

City: Cape Canaveral

Mon 21 Jul

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Starting at $75.00

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Mon 21 Jul

Starting at $75.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Gratuities not included. Please bring cash. 10-15% is customary.

Professional guide

Accommodation as per itinerary

Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax)

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
If you need paddling lessons, we may have to schedule a private tour for your group. Please let us know by calling 321-505-7455.

What To Expect

A1a Outdoor Center

We typically meet here before heading out to our backwater adventure. If you need anything, we have it for hydration, dry storage, sunscreen, and more.

Cocoa Beach

Our fully guided kayak tour is 2 hours of wild exploration along the calm inshore backwaters of the famous Cocoa Beach Thousand Islands Marine Sanctuary. We'll paddle along mangrove shorelines in search of curious manatee and friendly dolphin and surely see a variety of other wildlife including raptors, shorebirds, otters, and shallow water creatures like crabs, stingrays, and jumping fish!

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (15)

25Jakepeg

Mar 2019

Had a really special and unique morning with Celina our guide. Saw a hunting dolphin and the Osprey feeding off the stunned fish left by the dolphin, all us close. No manatees today, but not their time to show I guess. This is far better than any rollercoaster ride. Learn about the lagoon, ecology and lots more. Horses and camp fires !

sallypeg

Mar 2019

I did a Kayaking tour with my husband yesterday. I have never kayaked before and have to say it was brilliant!!! Our guide Selina was fab , we were the only people on the tour which meant we could go at our pace ( we were no slouches on that kayak!!). We saw 3/4 dolphins which we followed for a while. It is amazing to see them fish!! We also saw lots of birds and actually saw an osprey diving for the dolphins leftovers!!! The mangrove swamps were so peaceful!!! All in all good value and an excellent activity! Would highly recommend ( and do not even have achy shoulders today!!). Thank you x

mamamacc13

Apr 2018

Staff was great pacifying my son's anxiety while waiting to disembark. A little disappointed that we didn't see dolphins nor manatees but a beautiful 2 hours on the water. John, our guide, took use through narrow passages and explained about the vegetation and habitat. He even helped me back into my kayak after I flipped over while trying to retrieve my visor that had been blown off by the wind (hint, don't wear a visor!) We will definitely be doing this again.