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Wildlife Refuge Sunset Dolphin, Manatee & Mangrove Kayak or Paddleboarding Tour!

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Mims, US

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Experience the ultimate wildlife adventure with the Wildlife Refuge Sunset Dolphin, Manatee & Mangrove Kayak or Paddleboarding Tour! Located right next to Kennedy's Space Center, this tour takes you off the grid and allows you to paddle the gorgeous waterways of the Indian River and Mosquito Lagoon of Haulover Canal. Encounter incredible wildlife such as Bottlenose Dolphins, Floridian Birds, and even the famous West Indian Manatees. As you paddle, witness the breathtaking Florida sunset, creating a picture-perfect moment. With small personal tours and various paddleboard and kayak options available, this activity sells out fast, so make sure to book in advance. Photos of your adventure are included and will be emailed or texted to you within 48 hours. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to get up close and personal with nature in Florida's top wildlife refuge!

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Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
Suitable for 1-15 Participants
Small Group Tour, Private Tour
Self Guided Experience

Highlights

Paddle amongst amazing views of Bottlenose Dolphins
Floridian Birds sightings
Possibly sightings of West Indian Manatees
Unbelievable sunset view
Small personal tours with no more than 10 people

Included

Kayak, Lifejacket, Paddle, Dry Bags

Not included

Bottled water

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Introduction

Welcome to the Wildlife Refuge Sunset Dolphin, Manatee & Mangrove Kayak or Paddleboarding Tour! If you're looking for the ultimate wildlife experience in Florida, this tour is perfect for you. Located right next to Kennedy Space Center, this tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the stunning beauty of the Indian River and Mosquito Lagoon of Haulover Canal.

What to expect?

During this tour, you can expect to paddle amongst breathtaking views of bottlenose dolphins, Floridian birds, and maybe even catch a glimpse of the famous West Indian Manatees. As the sun sets, get ready to witness the unbelievable beauty of Florida's sunset, creating a magical atmosphere you won't forget.

Who is this for?

This tour is designed for nature lovers and adventure seekers who want to experience wildlife up close and personal. Whether you're an experienced kayaker or a first-time paddleboarder, this tour caters to all skill levels. It's also perfect for families, groups of friends, or even solo travelers who want to immerse themselves in Florida's natural wonders.

Why book this?

This tour offers a truly unique experience that combines wildlife encounters, stunning sunset views, and the thrill of paddling through beautiful waterways. With small personal tours limited to no more than 10 people, you'll have a personalized and intimate adventure. The inclusion of photos, which will be emailed to you within 48 hours after the guided tour, allows you to cherish and share your unforgettable moments. Plus, the availability of paddleboards and kayaks, as well as the provision of cell phone dry boxes and life jackets, ensures you have everything you need for a safe and enjoyable experience.

Good to know

Before embarking on this tour, make sure to bring plenty of water, sunscreen, a wide brim hat, bug spray, and a towel. You can wear bare feet, sandals, or tennis shoes while kayaking. Bathrooms are available before and after the tour, ensuring your comfort. Please note that signing waivers will be required upon arrival in order to enter the waterway. For detailed directions to the meeting point, please call in advance or request emailed directions.

Reviews

Previous participants of the tour have shared their positive experiences, praising the close encounters with dolphins and manatees. They were delighted by the knowledgeable guides and the stunning sunset views. Overall, reviewers expressed high satisfaction with the performance of the tour and the incredible memories they made.

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How long before the event do I need to book?

You can book at any time before the event

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Is an adult required for the booking?

At least one adult or senior required per booking

Meeting point & End point

CALL PRIOR TO YOUR TOUR IF NEEDED FOR ASSISTANCE WITH DIRECTIONS. WIFI IS NOT ALWAYS RELIABLE DUE TO WILDLIFE REFUGE HABITAT. (IT'S LIKE A SAFARI!) Copy & past into your GPS and/or Google Maps: (28°43'51.1"N 80°45'41.4"W) Copy and past: https://goo.gl/maps/KEEdfUZhcAsjpjb28

Haulover Canal Kayak Launch, Haulover Rd SW, Mims, FL 32754, US

Reviews

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5 (19)

jayjV178IH

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our guided sunset kayak tour. Our guide, Logan, was very knowledgeable on the local ecosystem and someone we will specifically request when we return. Not only did we end with a picture perfect sunset, we also were able to observe an abundance of wildlife along the way. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a 5-star experience

Nomad14909481678

Beautiful scenery throughout this tour, especially the sunset. Guide was incredibly knowledgeable about the ecosystem and the wildlife. Thanks for a great time Logan Montague.

allJ7055FK

Our guide, Logan, did an excellent job of informing us about the canal, mangroves, islands, and all of the wildlife (both in the water and above). We appreciated his enthusiasm and all of the fun photos that he took along the way.

paulsA7812XA

My son & I did this tour with our guide Logan. There were a few companies out on the water that day, but I doubt that any of them had as good an experience as we did. From the outset Logan explained to us what he was doing and where we were gong. He advised us to be quiet at the right times and when to just sit and watch the wildlife. Other groups were so busy whooping and hollering that they scared off the wildlife but Logan knew the good spots to go to. We wanted to see as much as we could and boy did Logan deliver! Dolphins, Ospreys, So many herons, pelicans, hermit crabs,horseshoe crabs and SO many manatees. We even experienced a manatee rodeo. Oh I forgot the alligators too. Don't waste your time in big groups as you'll see very little, go with this company and see all the wildlife the lagoon has to offer, definitely a highlight and we'd been at Kennedy Space Centre for 3 days so that took some beating! 10/10 for Logan, someone who has an obvious passion for what he does and that comes through his extensive knowledge of the area and its wildlife. Thank you guys

Cruiser621911

Fabulous trip - exceeded our expectations in every way.. it was the perfect combination of a peaceful setting with the excitement of manatees and dolphins popping up around our kayaks. We were hoping to see a manatee whilst in Florida but we saw loads, with the added bonus of dolphins and a racoon too! Noah was a great guide - knowledgeable and really cared about the manatees.

wenona k

Our guide noah was awesome! Very knowledgeable of the wildlife and surrounding areas. Even though it rained, we still saw over 10 species of animals!!! This was the perfect excursion for our honeymoon! We really enjoyed being the only customers on the trip. We will be back!!

383jessicaw

We had to book a noon trip and didn’t get to see any wildlife, but still had a great time and lots of laughs. Our guide was great, the mangroves were awesome, and would definitely try again for more luck with wildlife.

Muhab B

We had amazing time there, our guide Noah is the best! We saw a couple alligators, a lot of herons, dolphins cruising with ducks hanging to them, and many kinds of mangroves. Awesome experience!

392suzyp

This was my second trip with Cocoa Kayaking and it was great again! We had originally scheduled for a 9:00 am trip, but they called us and told us due to the cold weather, the later tours had a better chance of seeing wildlife, so we switched to the sunset tour. It was cold, so we didn’t see a lot of wildlife, but our tour guide, Jeni was full of great info, fun stories, and very friendly. Just as the sun was setting and we were finishing up, we were surrounded by a pod of dolphins coming in to feed. For 5-10 minutes five or six dolphins were around us jumping out of the water, chasing fish, and popping up within 6 feet of us. Amazing!! To finish things off, Jeni spotted a puffer fish that we watched mosey along. We will do another trip the next time we are in town.

C6260QKjamies

What an amazing experience on our 9am Manatee tour launching out of Haul Over Canal (Titusville) - the manatees were SURROUNDING US!!! Some were a little aggressive as there was some mating going on. We made sure to give them some safe distance! 😉 The baby manatees pushed along my boyfriend's kayak and got their faces right up to him. I also was rocked/bumped by a manatee mid jump - pretty cool (and a little startling as you don't see them until it happens!!!!). I wish I could share video on this site as I didn't take any still pictures because it was SO COOL and had to capture everything on video!!! Megan and Jenny were our amazing guides and were so professional, gentle, knowledgable, and patient with everyone in our tour. In fact, one of the small boys from the other group actually fell in the water near the mating manatees and they calmly reassured him and got over to him very quickly to help him back on his paddle board. I highly recommend this tour - it was pretty life changing to see these magnificent creatures so close and in their own environment.

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2024-05-19 14:15

Wildlife Refuge Sunset Dolphin, Manatee & Mangrove Kayak or Paddleboarding Tour!

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What to expect?

Who is this for?

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Good to know

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About this product

How long before the event do I need to book?

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

Is an adult required for the booking?

Reviews

(19)

jayjV178IH

Nomad14909481678

allJ7055FK

paulsA7812XA

Cruiser621911

wenona k

383jessicaw

Muhab B

392suzyp

C6260QKjamies

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