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

Fri 07 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)

Laura V

Aug 2018

We had the pleasure of taking this tour on Monday, it was AWESOME! Out guide Brian was so informative and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The Manatee came right up next to our kayaks. To see these gentle giants so close was unbelievable! I will take a kayak tour again with them in the future!!!

sas0072018

Aug 2018

We had an amazing experience we will never forget. Kayaking through Florida's beautiful nature, seeing so much wildlife! Many different birds, flying fishes, crabs, dolphins, manatees and a glimpse of a racoon. Cody Rose was the perfect guide. She led us to two spots the manatees like to hang out. There were a lot of them! The friendly manatees were playfull and curious, coming to the kayak to have a look at us. Scratching their backs to our boats and getting us wet-splashed. Cody Rose gave us plenty of time to have our moment with them. It was magical... We were lucky to see dolphins hunting very close to the shoreline. It is wonderful to see them in their natural environment, doing their natural things. The guide told us they are not always there, because they aren't on the payroll ;-) We would definately book a tour again and highly recommend this!

kaitlyn407

Aug 2018

My husband and I had a great time on the Manatee and Dolphin Encounter. We saw dozens of manatees. They were friendly and came right up to the side of the kayak. Codi was an excellent guide explaining the various wildlife and plants we saw along the water. It was fun and educational. I would highly recommend adding a this tour to your Florida vacation plans!

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