Guided Central Florida Kayaking Tours
Kayak Tours in Cocoa Beach, Near Orlando
Central Florida Kayaking offers guided kayak tours throughout Brevard County, including Merritt Island, Cocoa Beach, Melbourne, and other locations near Orlando. Kayaking tours explore the beauty of The Thousand Islands, mangrove tunnels, and the Indian River. If you would like to see dolphins, manatees, and wild birds, or experience the awe of one of our bioluminescence kayak tours, call us now at (828) 808-7897
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Check out our new Jackson Kayaks!
These babies are made in Tennessee and equipped with luxurious lawn chair seats, sturdy footrests, elastic water bottle holders, and much more. Their sleek yet stable design provides nearly a zero percent flip rate.
For your convenience, we offer single and tandem kayaks. To ensure you receive the right kayak, let us know which model you prefer, and we will reserve one for you.
Thanks to the Cocoa Beach Surf Company for hooking us up with these sweet kayaks!
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Central Florida Kayaking makes it easier than ever to plan your kayaking trip! Depending on your interests, we provide a range of experiences, from a daytime paddle to an enchanting bioluminescence kayaking tour (summer nights). Our knowledgeable guides guarantee a pleasant and safe kayaking tours on the Indian River Lagoon in Cocoa Beach and the Banana River in Merritt Island, near Orlando.
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Daytime Kayak Tours (Dolphin & Manatee Encounters in Cocoa Beach)
Cocoa Beach
Time: 2 to 2.5 Hours
Ages: 4+
Adults $40
Children Under 18 ($30)
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Weekdays
Ramp Road Park
401 Ramp Road
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Weekends & Overflow
Cocoa Beach Country Club
5000 Tom Warriner Blvd.
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
What to expect
While on our two-hour guided journey through the Cocoa Beach Thousand Islands, we have the chance to spot manatee, dolphin, and many other creatures of the Indian river lagoon system. This area being the most biodiverse estuary in the continental United States, there is plenty to spot! Along the way we will explore deep inside the tunnels of the Florida Mangrove trees. Where we can get an up close and personal look at the intricate root system, that is so important to Florida’s coast. While pulling our way through branch by branch, check out all the baby fish using them as their nursery! If you’re ready for an exciting yet relaxing escape this is the tour for you!
What to bring
Sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, waters, and clothes that protect from the sun.
Nighttime Tours (Bioluminescence, Comb Jelly, Sunset, and Full Moon)
Merritt Island
Time: 90-120 Minutes
Ages: 4+
Adults $45
Children Under 18 ($35)
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LOCATIONS
Kiwanis Island 951 Kiwanis Island Park Rd, Merritt Island, FL 32952
Mile Marker 48 Interstate 528, Mile Marker 48 West Bound Merritt Island, Florida
What to expect
Enjoy an outside of this world experience while paddling the bioluminescent waters of the Indian river lagoon system. During the warmest months of the summer (June-October) any movement through our lagoon creates a bright blue-green glow. There’s no better way to truly get immersed into an Avatar like world, than taking a 1.5-hour paddle around Kiwanis island. Along the way there is chance to see manatee and dolphin, as well as scooping up bioluminescent comb jellies with the nets provided.
What to bring
Bugspray, mosquito resistant clothing, and water.
Private Kayaking Tours at a Destination of Your Choice (Central Florida)
Location Varies
Time: 1 to 2.5 Hours
Ages: 4+
Adults (Call for Price)
Children Under 18 (Call for Price)
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Pricing varies according to the size of your group. If you have a preferred location just let us know, or let us suggest a location based on the what you would like to see on your tour.
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