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Manatee and Dolphin Kayaking Encounter
Manatee and Dolphin Kayaking Encounter
Manatee and Dolphin Kayaking Encounter
Paddling on the Wildlife Refuge

Manatee and Dolphin Kayaking Encounter

By A Day Away Kayak Tours
10 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$115 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

It’s an encounter unlike any other as you spend the morning floating gently in the endangered manatee’s favourite lounging spots on the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. These friendly Florida herbivores just love to nuzzle, grip, and cuddle your kayak for a truly magical morning.

The kayaking adventure continues with a search for playful dolphins, often fishing actively nearby. As if beholding these majestic mammals in their element isn’t enough, you’ll likely enjoy many other Florida natives including pelicans, osprey, roseate spoonbills, horseshoe crabs, and even the occasional gator.

As visitors in the manatee’s natural habitat, you can expect to observe and study the famed Sea Cows. Keep in mind that we seek not to disturb, overwhelm, or disrupt the manatee’s natural behaviours, but rather let you experience them on their terms. 

Activity location

  • Haulover Canal Launch Site
    • 32754, Mims, Florida, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Haulover Canal Launch Site
    • 32754, Mims, Florida, United States

Check availability


Launch Times
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h2h

Availability Schedule

Price details
AU$115.37 x 1 AdultAU$115.37

Total
Price is AU$115.37
Until Tue, 26 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedKayak
  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedPFD
  • What's includedWhat's includedPaddle
  • What's includedWhat's included2 hour kayak tour
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • What to bring:
  • Clothes you don’t mind getting a little wet. Towel (left in car)
  • Water Shoes – 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 torch, though we will provide a safety light.

Activity itinerary

It’s an encounter unlike any other as you spend the morning floating gently in the endangered manatee’s favourite lounging spots on the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. These friendly Florida herbivores just love to nuzzle, grip, and cuddle your kayak for a truly magical morning. The kayaking adventure continues with a search for playful dolphins, often fishing actively nearby. As if beholding these majestic mammals in their element isn’t enough, you’ll likely enjoy many other Florida natives including pelicans, osprey, roseate spoonbills, horseshoe crabs, and even the occasional gator. As visitors in the manatee’s natural habitat, you can expect to observe and study the famed Sea Cows. Keep in mind that we seek not to disturb, overwhelm, or disrupt the manatee’s natural behaviours, but rather let you experience them on their terms.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESHaulover Canal Launch Site
    • 32754, Mims, Florida, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEHaulover Canal Launch Site
    • 32754, Mims, Florida, United States

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