• Kiwanis Park - Bioluminescent Kayak Tours

• Summer Bioluminescence: Experience the cloudy blue-green glow of dinoflagellates, with peak visibility from May to early November.

• Winter Bioluminescence: Discover the individual glowing jellies of Comb Jellies, best seen from late November to April.

• During the warm summer months, Florida’s Indian River and Mosquito Lagoon are illuminated by single-celled microorganisms known as dinoflagellates.

• In the cooler months, bioluminescent Comb Jellies gather in the sheltered waters of the Indian River Lagoon. Residing in North America’s most biodiverse estuary, these clear, glob-like creatures are harmless despite their name. As you paddle through the serene waters lined with mangroves and palm trees, you can catch and hold these gentle, glowing beings. They are within reach, offering a safe and awe-inspiring kayak adventure for those who cherish new and unique experiences.

• Kayak
• Professional guide
• PFD
• Paddle
• 2 hour kayak tour

• Gratuities

There lies a stunning spectacle in the warm, shadowy depths of the lagoon where waters shimmer vibrant blue, teeming with life. The water around your fingers, the sweep of your kayak’s paddle, and the surge rippling off your vessel all sparkle amidst the blackness. Fish darting about leave luminous trails, dolphins resemble fiery torpedoes, and a manatee can be likened to a tranquil, elegant submarine. Multiple visitors liken the spectacle to the world of Pandora from “Avatar,” or remember the radiant plankton scene from “Life of Pi” as the softly glowing organisms can be held and let slip through your fingers. While a few may facetiously attribute this to NASA discharge, the truth is more fascinating - it’s a bioluminescent reaction from tiny algae known as dinoflagellates. These microscopic beings, safe and entirely natural, illuminate before your eyes in such vast quantities that millions can exist in a single liter of water. Your journey will encompass an extensive education about these rare and extraordinary organisms, guided by the region’s most enlightened professionals.

• 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 flashlight, though we will provide a safety light.

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