We booked our tour in advance but on the day the weather was pretty bad with rain on and off. When we arrived at the meeting point there were only the two of us as everyone else had cancelled, after all what's the point of taking a sunset cruise if there is no sun? Well I'm afraid they missed out! Yes it rained, and yes it was cloudy but that didn't matter.
The manatees were amazing, I can't believe how close they came to the kayaks. We even saw a pretty big alligator, but we gave him plenty of space!
We had plenty of time on the water and our guide Jarred answered all our questions about the local wildlife.
We headed back to dry land for a short break while we waited for darkness to fall and others to join us for the bioluminescence part of the trip. This gives you chance to have a snack so it's worth picking something up on the way. There are no facilities nearby other than the portaloo so take what you need with you. I'd also recommend taking a full change of clothes and an extra towel to sit on in your car.
So onto the next part of the adventure. Back in the kayak with a few more people joining us, some in kayaks and a group in a raft, off onto the dark waters we go. Paddling in the darkness following our guide we reached a small inlet. This is where the magic happens. As we paddled the water lit up with sparkling light. A magical sight and a memory that will stay with me for a long time.
Réponse de l'hôte
May 2018
Thanks for this fantastic review of the Sunset and Bioluminescent Kayaking tour! It's true, it can be really wonderful even if the weather is not perfect. The wildlife love the rain and especially right when it lets up they are very active. Also, bioluminescence is brighter right after a rain shower. We are glad you liked the tour and we will pass on your compliments to Jared.