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Indian River Clear Bottom Kayak or Paddleboarding Manatee and Dolphin Tour

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Cocoa Beach, USA
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On average, this is booked 11 (1.5) days in advance.

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Kayak, Lifejacket, Paddle, Dry Bags
  • Bottled water Please make sure to bring plenty of water to drink, hat to wear during your guided tour, sunscreen, bug spray if desired and a towel to dry off ofter tour guided tour.
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Meeting Location

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Kiwanis Island Park Road
Merritt Island, FL 32952, USA

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What To Expect

If you are looking for Wildlife and a gorgeous views, Look No Further! Paddle amongst amazing views of Bottlenose Dolphins, Floridian Birds, Comb Jellies and Florida’s famous West Indian Manatees!

*Manatee Mating Season: March - August!

* Best time to paddle amongst wildlife: 9:00 am and 12:00 pm tours!

*Call or email after booking to reserve a confirmation with waiver links!

*Photos included! (Photos emailed/texted up to 48 hours after guided tour.)

*Cell phone/wallet 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. Bare feet is required when kayaking in clear bottom kayaks. No shoes allowed on clear bottom kayaks due to material at bottom of kayak. Bathrooms are available at this location!

*Signing of waivers will be required upon arrival in order to enter the waterway if no waivers are signe prior to arrival.

*Free Parking.

⚠️CALL PRIOR TO YOUR TOUR FOR DETAILED DIRECTIONS OR EMAILED DIRECTIONS IF NEEDED.

⚠️NO SHOES ARE ALLOWED IN CLEARBOTTOM KAYAKS.

⚠️Wildlife not guaranteed due to paddling in their natural habitat.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions (12)

Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?

A: The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg. Read more Nov 2021

Cancellation Policy

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

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Activity code: C-176157P12

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Average 4.91 out of 5 stars based on 69 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Kayak, Lifejacket, Paddle, Dry Bags
  • Bottled waterPlease make sure to bring plenty of water to drink, hat to wear during your guided tour, sunscreen, bug spray if desired and a towel to dry off ofter tour guided tour.

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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