Fully Guided Kayaking Backwater Manatee and Dolphin Tour

4.4
(16 reviews)

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2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

With 15+ years of faithful service, A1A Outdoor Center has earned the title, "Most Respected Tour" for a reason. We treat our guests like family. On this tour, you'll receive individual guidance as necessary to get into and out of your vessel, and get help with simple instructions.  No experience necessary.  And if you are an experienced paddler, we'll only help when asked. We'll enjoy relaxed manatee and dolphin viewing as well as other marine wildlife at your pace, paddling along natural mangrove shorelines, marine islands, and scenic tidal flats.  Frequent sightings include manatees, dolphins, jumping fish, otters, shore birds, diving birds, birds of prey (osprey, bald eagles) and occasionally bottom marine life such as crabs, rays, skates, fish and more.  No matter what the sightings though, you'll have a great time learning about Florida lagoons and enjoying a tranquil paddle in paradise.

What's Included

Gratuities not included. Please bring cash. 10-15% is customary.
Professional guide
Accommodation as per itinerary
Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax)
Gratuity to the guide is not included and is strongly encouraged. Please bring cash. 10-15% is customary.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We meet at our retail storefront first to finalize details of our trip, and then drive out to our kayak launch area. You will follow us in your vehicle or arranged transportation. It will be a 5-10 minute drive.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    We typically meet here before heading out to our backwater adventure. If you need anything, we have it for hydration, dry storage, sunscreen, and more.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Cocoa Beach

    Our fully guided kayak tour is 2 hours of wild exploration along the calm inshore backwaters of the famous Cocoa Beach Thousand Islands Marine Sanctuary. We'll paddle along mangrove shorelines in search of curious manatee and friendly dolphin and surely see a variety of other wildlife including raptors, shorebirds, otters, and shallow water creatures like crabs, stingrays, and jumping fish!

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • If you need paddling lessons, we may have to schedule a private tour for your group. Please let us know by calling 321-505-7455.
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Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Kayaking Tours
Water Tours
Adventure Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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