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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
Thu 06 Feb
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Starting at $55.00
Thu 06 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)
Pammyjlj
Sep 2022
What a great tour. Chaz was a great tour guide, very knowledgeable and we saw so many manatees. The manatees would swim right up to our boats, nudging us along, providing cool photo opportunities. We’ll worth our time.
Mikayla H
Aug 2022
Great way to spend a couple hours getting close and personal with wildlife! Instructor was very knowledgeable in the animals and the area around us! 10/10 would go again!
Q9435FCmichellel
Aug 2022
This was a trip for a mix of experienced and beginner kayakers. We all had a great time. We saw 60-80 manatees, some birdlife and one dolphin. The guides were very knowledgeable, patient and made us all feel safe and comfortable. It was a fantastic morning. The guides gave us an brilliant lunch suggestion when asked and then we. spent the afternoon at a nearby beach. A fantastic day. I would not hesitate to recommend this trip to others.
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