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Manatees/Sunset/Bioluminescence Tour

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Cocoa Beach, USA
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket

Overview

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.
  • Manatee, sunset birds, and bioluminescence kayak tour from Merritt Island
  • Paddle rivers to see manatees, dolphins, and birds in their natural habitat
  • View the sunset and season’s bioluminescence or starry skies from your kayak
  • Easy way to experience the area’s natural wonders, with equipment laid on

What's Included

  • 2 hour kayak tour
  • Professional guide
  • Kayak
  • Paddle
  • PFD
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Haulover Canal Kayak Launch
    Haulover Canal, Mims, FL 32754, USA

    Launching from Haulover Canal - Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge https://goo.gl/maps/726pkP1XvoQm2eXP8 Haulover Canal Launch Site is 20 minutes east of Titusville on the NW corner of Haulover Canal. **If you have any difficulty finding us you may reach us at** After 5pm 321-284-1555

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • 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.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 42 travelers

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

4.9
based on 191 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Had a great time seeing manatees, dolphins, and birds. The sunset was amazing and the glowing jellyfish was awesome!

Michael_L, Mar 2026
Guides are really informative and friendly. The wildlife and the sunset was amazing. Highly recommended!

Tour is great but book directly with tour operator

Christopher_T, Aug 2023
Tour is fabulous guide Amanda is knowledgeable It’s very buggy- wear long sleeves and pants and lots of bug spray: even though they will bring it. Just don’t go through Viator they will overcharge you and you can book directly through the operator for much much less

From $95.00

per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

Book ahead!
On average, this is booked 25 days in advance.

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