Guided Kayak Tour: Manatee & Dolphin Sightings
4.6
27 Ratings
Merritt Island
Embark on a guided kayak tour through a diverse estuary, home to protected manatees, dolphins, and a variety of exotic wildlife. Perfect for all ages and skill levels.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Manatee Cove Park - When you meet your tour guide, there will be a short safety and skills lesson before starting your kayaking adventure with Florida’s exotic wildlife. Expect to get wet, you need to step in the water to board your kayak. These are sit on top kayaks, your butt will get wet so dress appropriately.
    Bring towels and change of clothes for after the tour.
    The are bathrooms at the location.
What's Included
  • Choice of single or tandem kayak
  • Includes paddle and life jacket
  • Expert tour guide included
  • Tour guide offers a photography service
What's Not Included
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Private transportation
Additional Information

Situated in one of the nation’s most ecologically diverse estuaries with over 4000 species of flora and fauna, our kayaking tour will introduce you to exciting wildlife you might have never witnessed before. This area proudly hosts protected species like Manatees, Bottle nose Dolphins, Mangroves and leaping Mullets. It’s a beloved home to a variety of birds such as the Great Blue Heron, Little Blue Heron, Tri-Colored Heron, Green Herons, Great Egret, Snowy Egret, White Ibis, Osprey, Terns and Brown Pelicans, to mention just a handful. This tour is designed for beginners, welcoming enthusiasts of all ages. Remember to provide a contact cell phone number while booking.

Location
Manatee Cove Park
North Tropical Trail
When you arrive at this location you will see a sign reading, Manatee Cove, Brevard County Park. Follow the road to the end to meet your tour guide. You will see a trailer with kayaks and Calypso Kayaking on the trailer.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(27 Ratings)
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Waldekm2024
Mar 31, 2024
The best guided kayaking trip we have ever been on, amazing experiences. - Manats, stingrays and many other natural wonders. Our guide was great. It was a wonderful two hours spent on the water.We will definitely come back.
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953kristyn
Mar 31, 2024
Perfect family outing! - My cousins and I had a great experience with Calypso Kayaking! Jason was able to accommodate us next day, and was super knowledgeable on our never ending questions. We saw a manatee mom and pup pop up, various birds, and jumping fish, but our favorite was holding and examining the jellyfish! Prices were very reasonable, perfect for a family outing! I highly recommend!
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Barbi_g
Mar 26, 2024
Fabulous kayaking trip. - Perfect kayaking trip! Adrenal was excellent!! We loved watching the manatees - so many of them. Spied a gator in the distance and a dolphin. Many fish, horse shoe crabs and so much more. Well worth it. Family ages 7-62. Great time!
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Sparticus1701
Dec 21, 2022
Great family activity - Erin was great and showed us the local animal life. No manatees today but we did see a gator and a dolphin. We had only made the reservation a few hours in advance, so we're grateful they were able to accommodate us.
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Amberhersh
Sep 25, 2022
Perfect day enjoying Florida’s beauty and wildlife - Adrina was a fantastic guide today as we saw manatees, dolphins, and more! An extremely knowledgeable guide with a fun personality! Loved being able to stop at an island and jump into the water on a warm sunshiney day. We saw many sea birds and even some crabs and a jellyfish. Super relaxing day we can’t wait to experience again!
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555earlj
Sep 25, 2022
First time kayakers - Our tour guide was very knowledgeable, experienced, and patient with us. First time kayakers, it was a great experience. We saw dolphins, but experienced manatees up close and personal.
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Julia20518
Jul 29, 2022
Fun adventure - Great fun, We were able to see manatees, dolphins and even a baby alligator. I was concerned about bugs but we did not have any problems. Nice park near by to eat a picnic lunch and change out of our wet clothes.
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Crash2300
Apr 23, 2021
So much wildlife seen! - Our guide was very friendly. Extremely knowledgeable of all the wildlife and local fauna. Saw Dolphin, Manitee, Blue heron, Green heron, Osprey and Horseshoe crab. Great day on the water. Thank you Calypso Kayaking.
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Daydream790199
Jun 12, 2022
Nice ride - The guide was very knowledgeable. We saw many dolphins and some manatees. The best thing was we weren't rushed as the 2 hours was more than enough time for our tour.
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Heidi
Jul 20, 2023
Not Recommended - I never got to do this activity. I couldn’t make it and when I called to try to reschedule they didn’t even pretend to be sympathetic. Really poor customer service. Since then I’ve done this tour twice with another local company which was cheaper and offers a way better customer service.
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