Manatees/Sunset/Bioluminescence Kayak Tour
Overview
Experience everything the wildlife refuge has to offer with three distinct experiences packed into one three-hour tour! Launch your kayak in the daylight and surround yourself with Florida’s most-loved endangered species, West Indian Manatees! Sit back while the gentle giants roll, sniff, and nuzzle all around you. Dolphins are also active this time of day as they wrangle their dinner in the adjacent cove.
Next, head out to Bird Island, a federally protected rookery, to watch hundreds of birds soar in overhead. Ibis, herons, egrets, pelicans, cormorants, and roseate spoonbills and more all glide in their flocks to nest for the night. Be lulled into serenity by the gently rocking kayak as the sun descends for the night in the pinks, oranges, and reds of sunset.
Finally, the tour culminates in the season’s bioluminescent experience, whether it be summer bioluminescence, winter comb jelly bioluminescence, or a star-studded moonlit sky.
Itinerary
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What to Expect - A drive that is 20 minutes east of Titusville out on the Refuge nu2022 No restroom facilities at the launch site (visitor center is the closest) nu2022 Just under two hours on the water for a leisurely paddle nu2022 Expect to get a little wet u2013 depends on you (or possibly your friends) nu2022 To see lots of wildlife and stretch those muscles a little nu2022 To learn some basics about paddling and more about local wildlife nu2022 To wear your life vest & whistle :) nu2022 Great guides who enjoy their work and keep you safe nu2022 Lots of outdoor fun and a desire to come back real soon
What's included
- Kayak
- Professional guide
- PFD
- Paddle
- 2 hour kayak tour
What's not included
- Gratuities
Good to know
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- What to bring:
- Clothes you donu2019t mind getting a little wet. Towel (left in car)
- Water Shoes u2013 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.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- ✓ 100% refund24 hours or more before the start time
- ✕ 0% refundLess than 24 hours before the start time