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Experience the best of Florida’s Space Coast on this small-group dolphin and manatee tour from Cocoa Beach and Port Canaveral. Unlike large tour boats, your 6-passenger vessel can access shallow backwaters and hidden areas where wildlife naturally gathers, giving you closer, more authentic encounters with dolphins, manatees, and other native species. We see dolphins on all of your tours and manatees on most. But this is more than just a wildlife cruise. In just two hours, you’ll enjoy a complete guided experience of the region: learning about local ecosystems, the history of the Space Coast, famous landmarks, and even rocket launches from nearby Cape Canaveral. Led by your top-rated local captains, this relaxed, family-friendly tour is perfect for cruise guests, first-time visitors, and anyone who wants to see more than just the surface of Florida’s coast — without crowds or rushed sightseeing. Our tours are designed for small groups and require a minimum booking of two guests.

Explore the waterways of the Indian River Lagoon and let your captain and crew do the navigating on this group sightseeing and wildlife-spotting cruise aboard a tiki-themed boat. It’s a family-friendly experience that is ideal for nature lovers young and old, including those requiring wheelchair access. Just don’t forget to bring your camera along to capture the memories.

We specialize in offering once in a lifetime experiences that will create lasting memories. Hop aboard our 2 hour tours to see life in a completely new way. We are BYOB so feel free to bring any beverage you want ( adult or other), we supply water and ice. Please no glass. We have a bluetooth speaker and a knowledgeable captain aboard that knows the area and will give you an amazing time on the water. So what are you waiting for? Book your Dolphin sightseeing tour today!

Explore the waterways and mangrove tunnels around Cocoa Beach, Florida during this relaxing kayak excursion. Set off on your adventure just before sunset and take in the scenery during the golden hour. Paddle through the mangroves in search of the dolphins and manatees that reside in the waters. Lessons are provided for first-time kayakers so everyone can enjoy the evening.

"Get lost in the moment, not in the crowd." Most ecotour outfitters who operate in the wildlife refuge book large tours. While these are still a wonderful experience, our tours are capped at 6 guests to ensure our guides are able to connect with each guest individually and create the most memorable experience possible. We are happy to snap photos of your memories and text them to you at no additional cost!

Discover a striking natural phenomenon with a bioluminescent kayaking tour in Cocoa Beach. Meet your guide at a departure point for a small-group kayaking adventure through the Thousand Islands of Cocoa Beach. Keep an eye out for bioluminescent comb jellies, or jelly fish that glow in the dark (the best time to book is during the new moon; tour is seasonal from July to mid-October).

Discover the fun of clear-bottom kayaking with a small-group tour in Cocoa Beach. Paddle around the Thousand Islands of Cocoa Beach in search of a unique natural phenomenon: bioluminescence. Keep an eye out for glowing plankton and glowing jelly fish during this seasonal tour (available July to mid-October; book the New Moon for the best glow).

Enjoy a self-guided pontoon boat rental to explore Merritt Island and the Indian River Lagoon at your own pace. With fuel included and space for up to 12 passengers, this rental offers a simple way to plan a flexible outing with family or friends. Cruise quietly through rivers and canals, choose your own route and timing, and enjoy a private experience without fixed schedules or crowded tours.

Get up close with manatees and dolphins on a 90-minute kayaking tour from Orlando. Offered in the morning and afternoon, you’re able to begin the excursion at a time that works for your holiday schedule. Follow your guide to the area’s top manatee and dolphin hotspots around Cocoa Beach to maximize the possible encounters with the marine mammals. The scenic route from Haulover Canal also offers you pleasant views of the coast.

If you’re going to take a paddleboard lesson, take it with dolphins, manatees, rays, and other wild creatures. On this tour, you’ll explore the Indian River Lagoon with a guide—via kayak or paddleboard—island-hopping your way through this biodiverse estuary. Good for all levels, you’ll leave with both a skill and time well-spent with Mother Nature.

See three of Florida’s natural wonders in one kayak tour from Merritt Island, with equipment and guiding provided for a hassle-free experience. Board a kayak in daytime and view wild manatees in their natural habitat before paddling by Bird Island to watch hundreds of birds flying into the sunset. Finish by paddling into the evening to marvel at Florida's neon-blue river bioluminescence or the star-spangled sky from the water.

Go kayaking after dark in Merritt Island with a small-group adventure that may include seeing bioluminescence. Choose between a clear-bottom kayak or paddleboard equipped with LED lights and set out to see local wildlife at night. Possible bioluminescent sightings include glowing plankton and glowing jelly fish, depending on the season and conditions. Dry bags are included.

If you’re looking to see bioluminescence but only have a few hours to spare when you’re in Mims, Florida, prebook this Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge sunset kayak tour. Head out onto the water with a guide leading the way as the sun goes down. Your guide points out animals and marine life as you kayak—especially the many bird species found in the area—before going to see bioluminescence in the dark of night.

Go kayaking after dark in Cocoa Beach to witness the natural phenomenon of bioluminescence. Meet your guide and set out on a small-group adventure into the Banana River Lagoon, which after sunset during the summer months glows with bioluminescence. Paddle at your own pace through the glowing water and admire the views. All equipment including life jackets is included.

Experience the colorful bioluminescent plankton that live in the Florida waterways on this nighttime kayak tour. Meet your guide and gear up for a tandem paddle through the bay in a clear kayak. Learn about the natural phenomenon from your guide and keep your eyes peeled for other local wildlife like manatees, dolphins, and stingrays.

Discover the waterways of Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge as you explore the area on a clear kayak. Join a small group and paddle through the refuge to see several species of flora and fauna. Keep your eyes peeled for manatees, dolphins, hundreds of fish and bird species, and several endangered species that call the refuge home.

We specialize in offering once in a lifetime experiences that will create lasting memories. Hop aboard our 2 hour tours to see life in a completely new way. We are BYOB so feel free to bring any beverage you want ( adult or other), we supply water and ice. Please no glass. We have a bluetooth speaker and a knowledgeable captain aboard that knows the area and will give you an amazing time on the water. So what are you waiting for? Book your Dolphin sightseeing tour today!

Spend a relaxing evening paddling through the mangroves of Thousand Islands on this sunset kayak tour. Join a small group and enjoy a leisurely kayak just as the sun begins to set. As you paddle, your guide sheds light on the local ecosystem and you may even see a few inhabitants such as bottlenose dolphins and West Indian manatees.

Looking for something magical? Our Bioluminescence tours are an amazing experience that only happens a couple months a year. These nightly tours are a different way to see florida wildlife. Come see the glowing water with Cruise Cocoa. Come relax on our flag vessel – Lei’d Back through waters that are teeming with bioluminescence. No need to stress, you don’t have to paddle, just sit back, relax, and watch as dolphins, fish, manatee, swim by you “glowing” blue and green. These tours offer a unique and unforgettable experience for those who are interested in nature and wildlife. What to Bring A camera to capture all the sights along the way, Bug Spray, Beer/wine, if you wish. Gratuity for the crew is always appreciated if your trip was fantastic. 20% of your ticket price is appreciated. Wildlife notice-As the animals we encounter are wild and untrained, we can never guarantee wildlife sightings.

The creatures of the deep are mesmerizing, perhaps none more so than the living organisms that emit bioluminescent light. Join a guide for a moonlit kayak tour down the Haulover Canal where you’ll see these unique lifeforms shine. You’ll get an exceptional view thanks to the kayak’s clear body construction, offering unobstructed views of the waters below. As you paddle through the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, you’ll view a natural phenomenon rarely seen around the world.