Manatee and Dolphin Kayaking Encounter in Cocoa Beach booking from $55.00

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

Sat 08 Feb

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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)

PSBChris

Sep 2020

This past weekend we joined the morning tour for the Manatee and Dolphin. Jaden was our guide. He was there, ready when we arrived. It was a very small group, which I enjoyed. Jaden gave us some pre-kayak information (it was our first time) and gave us a couple minutes to get acclimated to the kayak. The tour itself was about 90 minutes. We spent some time in a cove to watch the manatee come up and there was no shortage of them. Dolphin could be seen out in the water as well. Bait fish were jumping everywhere. It was a hot day, but a lot of fun. I would definitely do this again and can't wait to try another tour, perhaps the combo or nighttime tour. I highly recommend!

877rolandb

Aug 2020

Wow, I got an education and an excellent experience on this trip. Saw porpoises, manates, 1 alligator (Elvis) Blue herons, mangroves, found a hermit crab, witnessed a fisherman catch a huge redfish! We saw huge schools of baitfish Our guide Jaden pointed out and explained so much nature and ecology and that was what I got the most out of. It was like 50 bucks a head And well worth it. I am a floridian So I can say This is way better than a theme park This is the real Florida my friends.

smaegill

Jul 2020

Brian, our tour guide, was awesome! We saw manatee and beautiful birds. I was holding on to this gift certificate for a few years and was pleasantly impressed. I would’ve loved to stay out there for longer! Be sure to bring sunscreen and bug spray!

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