Bioluminescent Clear Bottom Kayak or Paddleboard Sit-On-Top Kayak Hybrid Tour!

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Cocoa Beach, USA

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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

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Overview

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).

Go clear-bottom kayaking in Cocoa Beach
Search for glowing plankton and glowing jelly fish
Witness the natural phenomenon of bioluminescence
All equipment including dry bags is included

What's Included

Kayak, Paddle, Lifejackets for weights 30 lbs and up, Dry Bags.

Bottled water

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup point

951 Kiwanis Island Park Rd, Merritt Island, FL 32953, USA

Pickup details

Cocoa Beach Country Club. Once entering the country club, please take the first left into the parking lot. Continue all the way back until you reach a grass location. Cocoa Kayaking trailers will be located on the grass location. Parking is available in front.

Meeting point

951 Kiwanis Island Park Rd, Merritt Island, FL 32953, USA
Once entering into the Kiwanis Island Parkway, take a left into the parking lot after the first playground. You will then see Cocoa Kayaking set up. Free parking and bathrooms are available upon arrival.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Merritt Island (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Transportation is wheelchair accessible

Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Joan_W

Captain Mike was an awesome guide! It was like magic when the oars hit the water it glowed and sparkled! We caught many jelly combs and had a visit from a mantee ! It was amazing to be so close to such a magnificent creature! This a must do when you are in Florida! You will not be disappointed! So beautiful! Thank you captain Mike for such an amazing experience!

Reviews

4.9

based on 116 reviews

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Eric_S, Jul 2026

Great experience. The guide was very informative, safe, and allowed us some up close experience with the wildlife.

Beautiful...and Buggy! (But, it's worth it!)

Yau_C, Aug 2025

The mosquitoes are ravenous out on the water. So, make sure you take your guide up on when they offer their "industrial strength mosquito repellent" and slather it everywhere - even over your clothes. But, braving the bugs is so worth it. The bioluminescent algae and comb jellies are beautiful. They produce a blue glow when the water is disturbed. We had a warm night with a light breeze, and it was lovely being out in the calm estuary. Our guide, Chayse, was great - upbeat, knowledgeable, and excited to share her passion for the natural beauty of the Merritt Island waterways. Bring a change of clothes, especially if you plan on getting into the water (2-4' deep in most of the places where you'll be paddling.) Florida has one of maybe 4 areas of bioluminescence in the country, so definitely worth checking out if you're in the area. Highly recommend!

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thank you for the thoughtful and detailed review! We're glad you had such a memorable experience on the water! The glowing algae and comb jellies truly make it worth it, and we're happy to hear Chayse helped make the night even more special with her energy and knowledge. Great tips for future paddlers, too! Thanks for the high recommendation! Hope to see you again on the water soon! 🤙😎

Disappointed

Elizabeth_C, Aug 2025

This is a joke. Nothing like the pictures. I have kayaked for years with my daughter and was told we could not go with her in the back. She is a 5'7 female and I'm 5 foot tall. I couldn't even see where I was going. We did do a kayak the next day near there with the correct placement with the other group, no problem. The guy also catches those fish in that jar and brings back. That is a danger to the environment that I am told he is NOT supposed to do. Not Cool.

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're truly sorry to hear that your experience didn’t align with your expectations, and we appreciate the opportunity to clarify a few things from our end. Regarding the kayak seating: our guides are trained to prioritize safety and balance in every vessel. While we understand you and your daughter have years of experience, certain weight and height distributions can affect the stability of the kayak, especially in the specific models we use. In this case, the seating recommendation was made with your safety in mind—not to undermine your experience or ability. That said, we recognize how frustrating it can be when that setup doesn’t work for your comfort, and we’re sincerely sorry it disrupted your time on the water. As for the photos and promotional materials, we strive to represent our tours as accurately as possible. However, wildlife encounters and water conditions can vary day to day. We’re actively working on keeping all information up to date to better reflect the everyday experience. In terms of the fish in the jar, we understand your concern and want to assure you that our guides follow strict environmental guidelines. On occasion, small aquatic specimens are briefly shown for educational purposes—always handled with care and returned immediately to their habitat. This practice is intended to foster appreciation and awareness of local wildlife, especially for guests unfamiliar with the area. We regret that your experience left you disappointed, but we do value your feedback—it helps us grow and improve. If you're open to it, we’d love the chance to speak with you directly and make things right. Thanks again for this opportunity to work with you, - Receptionist Josh 🤙😎

Great experience!!

James_J, Jun 2025

THIS WAS AMAZING!!! Thank you Mike!! I was a little scared at first but he made the experience 1000/10 just amazing thank you guys!!

Response from Host, Jun 2025

Thank you for your feedback! We are stoked to hear mike could ease your fear and help you have an awesome experience! 😎

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Christian_J, Aug 2024

Wonderful experience with the algae and jellifishes shining while paddling around the island. Mosquito repellant recommended

Response from Host, Aug 2024

Thank you for your review! The comb jellies and bioluminescence are a wonder to witness! Amazing you were able to experience it! Mosquito repellent is definitely recommended! We make sure to have extra for anyone who may have forgotten theirs⭐️ So glad you had a wonderful time and we can’t wait to see you again soon!

Bioluminescent kayak tour

Joan_W, Jul 2024

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Aloha Joan! So glad to hear y’all had an awesome time out on the water with Captain Mike! How lucky to have seen a manatee! Super cool! The bioluminescence is magical to see the water sparkle and aglow! Thank you so much for the positive review! Come back soon for another awesome adventure with Cocoa Kayaking!

Pretty Cool

Maria_N, Jun 2024

Jeremiah was an awesome guide, very thorough with instructions for first timers and informative throughout the tour... Very cool and my son cought and released 16 jellyfish

Response from Host, Jun 2024

Epic time with the jellyfish! We are proud to have guides like Jeremiah to show them off! Blessed to be able to share such a cool part of Florida with you and your family.