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Manatee and Dolphin Kayaking Encounter

Overview
It’s an encounter unlike any other as you spend the morning floating gently in the endangered manatee’s favorite lounging spots on the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. These friendly Florida herbivores just love to nuzzle, grip, and cuddle your kayak for a truly magical morning.

The kayaking adventure continues with a search for playful dolphins, often fishing actively nearby. As if beholding these majestic mammals in their element isn’t enough, you’ll likely enjoy many other Florida natives including pelicans, osprey, roseate spoonbills, horseshoe crabs, and even the occasional gator.

As visitors in the manatee’s natural habitat, you can expect to observe and study the famed Sea Cows. Keep in mind that we seek not to disturb, overwhelm, or disrupt the manatee’s natural behaviors, but rather let you experience them on their terms. 
City: Cocoa Beach
Sun 09 Feb
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Starting at $55.00
Sun 09 Feb
Starting at $55.00
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What's Included
Kayak
Professional guide
PFD
Paddle
2 hour kayak tour
Additional Info
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • What to bring:
  • Clothes you don’t mind getting a little wet. Towel (left in car)
  • Water Shoes – sandals or Crocs that can be worn in the water
  • Bring an extra change of clothes just in case
  • Camera & Dry bag (optional) These are fairly useless to capture bioluminescence, but great for capturing people.
  • Bottled water, Snacks
  • Any special personal paddling gear if you like
  • You may bring a flashlight, though we will provide a safety light.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (126)
AThrun516
Dec 2021
Today was my family's first time kayaking! We had a blast and got to see so many cool animals. Our tour guide Brandi was very sweet, helpful and educated on all the wildlife. I highly recommend!!!!
Bkasrel
Dec 2021
Super well organized tour. Seeing loads of rare birds, dolphins, sunset and then bioluminescence was just amazing. Must do for anyone wanting a great memory that is fun and active. Our guide Sunny more than lived up to her name as she took time to find out what we wanted to see and over delivered on all fronts.
C R
Nov 2021
Excellent trip. Not many manatees about but we saw one briefly. Did get to kayak passed a decent sized gator. Not too much bioluminescence but guide did catch a few box jellyfish for group to handle and see there display. The sunset and added bonus of a rainbow were glorious. Kayaking was gentle pace and good fun with a good run out to the island to see the birds coming in to roost. We even had a couple of dolphins pass us by.
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