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

Thu 06 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)

ThorstenKbh

Jul 2018

I did the manatee and dolphin with my son (16) and daughter (13). We came up close with lots of manatees and a playful dolphin on a very hot day. It was a lot of fun and our guide, Brian, was friendly and knowledgeable. Try it out!

Dennis D

Jun 2018

We had a great experience on the water seeing lots of manatees, a few dolphins and even a fleeting glimpse of a big gator. Guides were very knowledgeable and helpful with members of our group who hadn’t paddled before. A note to out-of-town people, follow the directions provided on the web site instead of your GPS. One party in our group followed their GPS and it took them to the wrong side of the canal.

Eliza W

Jun 2018

Our guided kayak adventure with the manatees was fantastic! This is an easy and relaxing way to view manatees in their natural habitat. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the area and gave an enthusiastic monologue about the vegetation, manatees, and additional wildlife we might encounter on this crusade. Thank you Brian.

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