Bioluminescent Kayak Tour: Florida's Glowing Waters

Paddle through glowing waters on a bioluminescent kayak tour in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon. Discover marine life with expert guides.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Embark on a guided nighttime bioluminescence tour through the serene waters of Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge along Florida’s Space Coast. As night descends, the water beneath your kayak or paddleboard glows with a vibrant electric blue with each paddle stroke and movement. Participants often…
What's Included
  • Bioluminescence kayaking experience
  • Clear kayak upgrade
  • Premium Paddle Board Upgrade
  • Beginner-friendly paddling instruction
  • Wildlife and ecosystem interpretation
  • Professional in-person eco tour guide
  • Kayak, paddle, and required safety equipment
  • Life jackets for all guests
  • Small-group nighttime eco adventure
  • Photos opportunities
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on an unforgettable nighttime adventure by paddling through the glowing bioluminescent waters of Florida. Discover the renowned Indian River Lagoon on Florida’s Space Coast using clear kayaks or premium wooden paddleboards, where each paddle stroke illuminates the water.
These small-group tours are perfect for beginners and are guided by…

Location
951 Kiwanis Island Park Rd
Kiwanis Island Park Road
Meet your guide at Kiwanis Island Park in Merritt Island. Free parking and restrooms are available on-site. Look for the Three Brothers Adventure Tours trailer near the launch area. Please arrive 20–30 minutes early for check-in and safety instructions before launch.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Trail67960448364
Aug 16, 2026
Night bioluminescence tour - The tour guide was very knowledgeable on the subject. He was very friendly and made the tour the best he possibly could even with there being other tour groups on the water, leading our group to other areas with less light pollution and people. Would recommend this tour to friends.
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Stacy_j
Jun 14, 2026
Illuminating Night! - My husband and I did the bioluminescence kayak tour at night. I have never kayaked and my husband did once when he was younger. Jack was our tour guide and he was absolutely fantastic!! He always made sure we were safe, gave us directions on what areas we were heading to, always caught up with us when I kept floating in other directions Lolol. Jack is extremely knowledgeable about the area, the wildlife, the science and Florida in general! We really enjoyed hearing all the history of the state and the surrounding areas. Jack made sure we were safe from weather, wildlife, and the water at all times. The tour is about 90 minutes and is a ton of fun. The bioluminescence was really bright in a couple of areas so it was really fascinating to see. And looking through the bottom of the clear kayak and seeing the water lighting up was so cool!!! Jack and the company Three Brothers have great equipment, completely safe and very knowledgeable. I would 1,000% recommend this company and Jack himself to anyone!!
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Rob_m
Jun 11, 2026
The Photos Don’t Do It Justice – A True Bucket-List Florida Experience - We booked the Merritt Island Bioluminescent Clear Kayak Tour and it ended up being one of the most incredible experiences we’ve ever had in Florida. From the moment we launched, every paddle stroke caused the water to light up bright blue around our clear kayak. The coolest part was being able to watch the bioluminescence glowing directly beneath our feet through the bottom of the kayak. One of the photos I posted is the water flowing through the clear kayak as we moved forward. The photos and videos we took honestly don’t do it justice. It’s extremely difficult to capture the glow on a phone camera, but in person it was much brighter, more vibrant, and more magical than we expected. If you’re looking at pictures online and wondering if it’s really that impressive, the answer is yes—actually even better. Our guides were friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire experience fun while teaching us about the bioluminescence, local wildlife, and the unique ecosystem of Merritt Island. We even got to see glowing comb jellies up close, which felt like something from another planet. Being out on the water at night in a clear kayak while the water glowed beneath us was truly a bucket-list experience and unlike anything we’ve ever done before. It’s one of those rare adventures that the whole family will talk about long after it’s over. If you’re visiting Florida, this is a must-do experience. The glowing water, clear kayaks, amazing guides, and beautiful surroundings made it one of the highlights of our trip. We would absolutely do it again and highly recommend Three Brothers Adventure Tours to anyone looking for an unforgettable bioluminescence tour in Merritt Island. Last year we did the Three Brothers Dolphin and Manatee Tour and it was such a great experience we decided to go out with them again this year and we will be back next year too!
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From $116
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).