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Bioluminescence Night Kayaking Tour of Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge

Bioluminescence Night Kayaking Tour of Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge

Cocoa Beach, USA

Bioluminescence Night Kayaking Tour of Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge

Recommended by 90% of travelers
Cocoa Beach, USA
  • 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Enjoy the rare experience of seeing plankton glow in the water below you by paddling through the Banana River on this bioluminescence kayaking tour. Paddle through the protected wetlands of the Merrit Island Refuge, away from light pollution, for excellent viewing of the bioluminescence sea life.
  • Watch glowing bioluminescence on a kayaking tour
  • Kayak through protected wetlands at night for ideal viewing
  • Learn about the phenomenon from your guide
  • Includes all equipment: Suitable for all levels of experience

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

4.6
based on 606 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Wouldn’t recommend if you’re not from Orlando area

Matthew_S, May 2025
We drove 3 hours round trip and they told us that we were on a weather delay and waited for an hour and could be waiting all night and our guide said that the likelihood is that we would not be going out. Mind you we already drove close to 2 hours and this company refuses to give any money back, only rain checks which is very frustrating because we were from out of town and left the next day so we got shafted $350 for 5 of us. Very unfortunate that the company wouldn’t work with us or budge

Beautiful night, saw the bioluminescence, dolphins and breath taking stars.

Andrea_C, Dec 2024
If u like nature and the stars. It's a beautiful experience. Seeing the bioluminescence is beautiful to c.

Totally AWESOME Tour and Tour Guides

Chad_J, Jul 2024
The tour and tour guides were AWESOME! What a great experience. We had to wait out the wind but got to see a rocket launch while we waited. Highly recommend for families.

I loved this so much!...

Roxana_R, Nov 2022
I loved this so much! When you paddle, all these jellyfish light up! We caught some in a clear jar and it was as bright as a lamp! Our guide Faith was awesome and hilarious! She’s da BOMB BIGGETY!

Response from Host, Nov 2022

Thank you for the 5 star review! We agree Faith is da bomb biggety and we hope to see you back soon.

Awesome kayaking after dark!

CarolB, Dec 2021
Brea was an excellent tour guide giving our small group plenty of opportunities to see the bioluminescent comb jellyfish. She is very knowledgeable so you will learn a lot about the area. We also saw some dolphins in the moonlight and could hear the manatees come up for air. It is a great trip!

Bioluminescence Kayaking was AWESOME!

Kim_C, Jun 2021
Getting to see the bioluminescence and the peacefulness of kayaking at night under the stars. Our guide Seven did a really nice job of sharing information about the location and the wildlife within it.

Nice but disappointing

Lisa_P, Apr 2021
Was a beautiful night but the bioluminescence was disappointing Also at times can be stressful if you’re not a experienced kayaker because you are bunched up with other kayakers and you might run into them.

Shine Bright Like Plankton

Robert_M, Jun 2020
The entire trip exceeded expectations. The location, environment, guides, and overall experience could not have been better. A must see if in this area!

Fun Time

Bryan_C, Dec 2019
Overall good time learning about the wildlife refuge. Only negativity was that our trip was a bit crowded and caused for a lot of bumping with other boats on the path

Súper

Rosa_L, Sep 2023
Fue una estupenda experiencia que nunca olvidaré la visión nocturna el agua y el carisma de las personas de guía en esa noche gracias a Leslie y Leo gracias muchas bendiciones.