Cocoa Kayaking

With A Paddle in Paradise, you’ll enjoy one of the most authentic and intimate bioluminescent kayak and paddle board tours in Florida. Unlike large outfitters that pack 25+ people into one group, we keep tours small—around 12 guests, with a 15-person max—offering a peaceful, personalized experience and better views of the glowing water. We are close to Cocoa Beach and Orlando. Each tour is locally guided by the owner, giving you a laid-back, guest-first vibe where you're treated like a friend, not a number. Paddle under the stars through the Indian River Lagoon, one of the only places in the world where bioluminescent dinoflagellates and comb jellies light up the water. We're the only tour in the area to include professional photos and signature jellyfish portraits with every booking—no upsells, just magical memories captured. Whether you're kayaking or paddle boarding, this is a truly unique Central Florida bioluminescence tour you won’t find anywhere else.

Kayak through the Thousand Islands with Cocoa Kayaking! Paddle amongst the West Indian Manatees, Bottlenose Dolphins, Floridian Birds and through the exotic Mangrove Tunnels in Cocoa Beach, Florida!

This morning kayak trip departs Seward and heads along Resurrection Bay to Tonsina Point. As you paddle along the coast behind a guide, admire the scenery and watch for wildlife such as birds, otters, eagles, sea lions and more. This trip is a great option for those that have limited time but want to experience the beauty of Resurrection Bay.

#1 rated Fin Expeditions' goal is to treat everyone like family. Come experience and learn about the magical mangrove tunnels or bioluminescence. Enjoy dolphins or manatee swimming by. – The top-rated activity in Cocoa Beach – Locally-Owned. Our tours are run by local guides that are knowledgeable, friendly and know the area inside and out. – Small Groups. We want our kayak tours to be an intimate experience for every guest. Other companies put 40 or more people in a group. We typically limit the size of our tours to 11 guests. – Trained Guides. At Fin Expeditions our guides are highly trained. Other companies may give their guides as little as 2 hours of training. Our guides receive 50+ hours of training before they are certified to lead a tour. Join Fin Expeditions for a magical bucket-list tour through our beautiful lagoon.

The tour takes about 90 minutes, and the route consists of mangrove trails and shallow lagoon waters. Our guides will be with you every step of the way, ensuring your safety and answering any questions you may have. The bioluminescence is hard to photograph, so we recommend you leave your camera at home and fully immerse yourself in this magical experience. Our visitors have praised our bioluminescence kayaking tour as a highlight of their vacation. Experience an “out of this world" adventure with Florida-Adventurer. Florida bioluminescence is the #1 kayaking trip in the Orlando and Cocoa Beach area. We are located about an hour from Universal Studios and The Walt Disney world area theme parks. Paddle through the Indian River Lagoon with Florida-Adventurer and experience magic.

Early tour time: Sunset & bioluminescence Tour While the sun is setting, our friendly guides lead you on an amazing evening clear kayak or paddle board adventure on the Indian River Lagoon. We'll also hike around Horseshoe Crab Island! Search for horseshoe crabs and other marine life such as dolphins and manatees as the sun sets. After sunset, we'll paddle into the night as dinoflagellates bioluminescence illuminates the water and fish below us. Later tour time: Bioluminescence & Stargazing At this launch time, it is very dark and the stars shine bright against the night sky as the bioluminescence glows below us. We recommend downloading a star gazing app and to view the constellations above. **Tours may be delayed up to 1 hour to allow weather to pass** When dinoflagellate bioluminescence season ends, comb jelly bioluminescence season begins! Then, you will also be given high powered multi-colored LED lighting systems for your vessel to further enjoy the glow.

In the warm and dark lagoon waters lies a natural phenomenon of glowing blue waters alive with activity. The swirling of your hand, every paddle stroke, and the rolling wake off of your kayak all sparkle throughout the darkness. Not only do fish leave trails, dolphins look like torpedoes, and manatees a slow and graceful submarine. Many guests compare the experience to Pandora of “Avatar.” Some even recall the bioluminescence scene in “Life of Pi”  as the gentle plankton leave a trickling glow when you hold it in your hands and let it trickle down your arm. Though some may jokingly blame this on NASA runoff, it is actually the biological response of microscopic algae called a dinoflagellate. The perfectly natural and harmless concentration of organisms produces light before your very eyes, often existing in millions per liter of water. Your tour will include a ton of information about these rare and exotic creatures with the most experienced guides in the area

A morning paddle on Yellowstone Lake is a great way to start the day before moving on to afternoon activities. We begin the tour at 8AM to beat the wind and waves that can form later in the day. Morning is the best time of the day to spot wildlife. Your kayak instructor will provide a safety briefing and introduce your group to the kayaks and paddle strokes. The tours have a ratio of 6-guests-to-1-guide. The minimum age to join this tour is 14. Once underway, we journey from the Grant Village Marina to the West Thumb Geyser Basin, weather permitting. The sight of the steaming geyser basin forms a lifelong memory. Enjoy the big mountain views of the Absaroka Range across the lake. Getting out on the water is a unique way to experience the Park. Our tours are fun! But we also have a passion for the Park and enjoy sharing information about the flora, fauna, and history of the region. Please, come enjoy a day on the waters of Yellowstone Lake with Yellowstone Hiking Guides.

Our tour takes place in a conservation area for manatee and dolphin so there is a great chance of spotting these wild animals. Our trips will be relaxing and educational, for each tour is lead by biologists/naturalists for the state of Florida. You can get hands on with some of the creatures we find. Your guide will identify and educate you on how to respectfully and safely handle these animals. Our kayaks are very stable and safe. Before getting on the water, our guides will give a good paddle demonstration and safety briefing.

Bioluminescent Tours! Kayak amongst the Bioluminescent GLOW! A natural glow that ignites in only 6 natural places in the world continuously! Possibly sightings of Bioluminescent Comb Jellys! For more information check out our Cocoa Kayaking website for more information!

#1 rated Fin Expeditions' goal is to treat everyone like family. Come experience and learn about the magical mangrove tunnels or bioluminescence. Enjoy dolphins or manatee swimming by. – The top-rated activity in Cocoa Beach – Locally-Owned. Our tours are run by local guides that are knowledgeable, friendly and know the area inside and out. – Small Groups. We want our kayak tours to be an intimate experience for every guest. Other companies put 40 or more people in a group. We typically limit the size of our tours to 11 guests. – Trained Guides. At Fin Expeditions our guides are highly trained. Other companies may give their guides as little as 2 hours of training. Our guides receive 50+ hours of training before they are certified to lead a tour. Join Fin Expeditions for a magical bucket-list tour through our beautiful lagoon.

This activity is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced before. Not only is it an incredible way to get close to nature and witness something out of this world, but it’s also a perfect way to enjoy some quality time with your friends and family. This activity is run and operated by staff that truly love what they do. They will go above and beyond to give you an experience worthy of a bucket list activity!

If you’re looking for an adventure that's both exciting and informative, look no further than Florida-Adventurer Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour. Witness some of the most incredible natural sights including dolphins and sweet manatees, but you'll also have the opportunity to learn about these amazing creatures and their habitat from our expert and knowledgeable guides. The Manatee and Dolphin kayak tour is one of our busiest kayaking trips and the best daytime outdoor activity in the Orlando and Cocoa Beach area. This location can see upwards of 200+ manatees at any given time. It is truly "a once in a lifetime tour" for our adventuring guests.

Locally owned kayak company! Kayak through the Thousand Islands with Cocoa Kayaking! Kayak amongst the West Indian Manatees, Bottlenose Dolphins, Floridian Birds and paddle through the exotic Mangrove Tunnels! *Manatee Mating Season: March – August. *Best wildlife viewing: 9:00 am tours. *Small personal tours! No more than 10 people! *All equipment cleaned throughly before each use! Complememetary private tours available for the month of May 2020!

Our tours have been featured on many National Television Shows including recently being featured on the Travel Channel. Come join us as we paddle down the beautiful waterways of Cocoa Beach and get an up close and personal experience with the amazing nature, beauty and wildlife that Florida has to offer including, Dolphins, Manatees, Sea Turtles, live Conch, Pelicans, Mangroves, pink spoonbills and much more. We will make a stop on one of the beautiful islands as we go over the interesting History of the town. Our tours can fill up fast so book your tour today!

Kayak or Paddleboard with Cocoa Kayaking on the Indian River! Great Wildlife Viewing! Manatees, Dolphins, Horseshoecrabs, Comb Jellies and Floridian Birds! Go off the grid and paddle the Gorgeous Florida waterway on the Indian River! *Manatee Mating Season: March – August. ⚠️ Max weight limit: 350 pds per single/tandem kayak. 280 pds for Paddleboard. *Best wildlife viewing: 9:00 am and 12:00 pm tours. *Tour length: 1 hour and 30 minutes, plus a brief instruction. *Photos included! Photos emailed/texted up to 48 hours after guided tour. *Cell phone dry boxes and dry bags available upon arrival. *Life jackets available for 30lbs and up. * What to bring: plenty of water, sunscreen, wide brim hat, bug spray and a towel. Bathrooms are available at this location. *After booking, our receptionist team will contact via text and email after your booking to set up your gear and provide a further email with directions and waiver links. ⚠️ NO SHOES ARE ALLOWED IN CLEARBOTTOM KAYAKS.

Why clear bottom kayaks? Our continued commitment to maintaining safety within our immersive experiences has led us to these technologically advanced kayaks, a finely crafted and mesmerizing new model of kayak. The Innovex material is not glass, but a highly durable plastic composite, like the overhead cock pits of fighter jets. The clear-bottom kayak does not simply lay a window panel under you, but rather a fully-formed inlay of Innovex allows water (and so bioluminescence) to rise around you, preserving the full experience without compromising paddler safety.

It’s an encounter unlike any other as you spend the morning floating gently in the endangered manatee’s favorite lounging spots on the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. These friendly Florida herbivores just love to nuzzle, grip, and cuddle your kayak for a truly magical morning. The kayaking adventure continues with a search for playful dolphins, often fishing actively nearby. As if beholding these majestic mammals in their element isn’t enough, you’ll likely enjoy many other Florida natives including pelicans, osprey, roseate spoonbills, horseshoe crabs, and even the occasional gator. As visitors in the manatee’s natural habitat, you can expect to observe and study the famed Sea Cows. Keep in mind that we seek not to disturb, overwhelm, or disrupt the manatee’s natural behaviors, but rather let you experience them on their terms. 

This bioluminescence tour done in clear, see-through kayaks gives an amazing view of the glowing plankton in the water below you.

Clear Bottom Kayak or Paddleboard and watch the underwater night show come to life! Possible sightings of Bioluminescent Dinoflagellates (Glowing water!) during plankton bio season (June – October)! Summer Bioluminescent Tour! Possible sightings of Bioluminescent Comb Jellies (Glowing Jelly Fish!) during Comb Jelly season (October – March)! Winter Bioluminescent Tour! (Bioluminescence may shift every season do to being a living organism.) ✨PLEASE READ: Paddleboard Weight Limit: 280 lbs Single/Tandem Kayak Weight Limit: 350 lbs ✨PLEASE READ: Please call the company after booking to reserve your desired gear after booking and for a further detailed confirmation with waiver links and directions. If no contact is made to the office, will be first come first serve upon arrival. ⚠️No shoes are allowed in Clear Bottom Kayaks due to Clear Bottom Kayak Material. (After booking, our receptionist team will contact via text and email.)