Haulover Canal Wildlife Tour: Dolphin and Manatee Viewing
5.0
10 Ratings
Mims
Embark on a thrilling wildlife adventure in Florida's Haulover Canal. Get up close and personal with manatees and dolphins, explore the stunning waterways, and witness breathtaking sunsets and rocket launches.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Haulover Canal Kayak Launch - OUR TOP WILDLIFE TOUR!

KAYAK & PADDLEBOARD(SUP) TOUR!

(This activity sells out fast. We recommend booking in advance.)

EXPERIENCE NATURE UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL!

If Your Looking For Wild Life and a gorgeous evening sunset view, Look No Further! Paddle amongst amazing views of Bottlenose Dolphins, Floridian Birds and possibly sightings of our famous West Indian Manatees, with a finally of watching Florida’s unbelievable sunset!

*TOUR TIME ADJUSTS WITH CURRENT SUNSET

*Call or email after booking to reserve your Standup Paddleboard or KAYAK!

*Photos included! Photos emailed/texted up to 48 hours after guided tour.

*Cell phone dry boxes and dry bags available upon arrival.

*Life jackets available for 30lbs and up.

*What to bring: plenty of water, sunscreen, wide brim hat, bug spray and a towel. Bare feet, sandals and/or tennis shoes are fine when kayaking. Bathrooms available before and after tour.

*Signing of waivers will be required upon arrival in order to enter the waterway.

CALL PRIOR TO YOUR TOUR FOR DETAILED DIRECTIONS OR EMAILED DIRECTIONS IF NEEDED.

(Wildlife not guaranteed due to paddling in nature.)

What's Included
  • Kayak equipment rental
  • Provision of lifejacket for safety
  • Paddle included
  • Dry bags provided for personal belongings
What's Not Included
  • Bottled water
Additional Information

THE PREMIERE FLORIDA WILDLIFE ADVENTURE!

Experience the finest in Manatee and Dolphin spotting! Enjoy a water-based safari!

Situated right alongside the Kennedy Space Center!

In search of Wild Life? Your search ends here! We offer Manatees, Dolphins, native Floridian Birds, Sunset and Rocket Launch Tours in our Wildlife Sanctuary at Haulover Canal!

Step away from the hustle-bustle and paddle through the Stunning Florida water course spanning the Indian River and Mosquito Lagoon of Haulover Canal!

Location
Haulover Canal Kayak Launch
Haulover Road Southwest
CALL PRIOR TO YOUR TOUR IF NEEDED FOR ASSISTANCE WITH DIRECTIONS. WIFI IS NOT ALWAYS RELIABLE DUE TO WILDLIFE REFUGE HABITAT. (IT'S LIKE A SAFARI!) Copy & past into your GPS and/or Google Maps: (28°43'51.1"N 80°45'41.4"W) Copy and past: https://goo.gl/maps/KEEdfUZhcAsjpjb28
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Katie_y
Jan 2, 2024
Logan did great! Was very... - Logan did great! Was very knowledgeable about the wildlife and the canal. Made the tour a great experience
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Julie_wineandgarden
Aug 12, 2022
Must do trip, delightful and inspiring - This is a must do trip! Simply amazing! Jenny, our guide, was easy going, obviously enthralled with the area, very knowledgeable, and engaging - everything you want in a tour guide. The kayaking was so lovely and the area is entrancing. We saw manatees, and it was like seeing giant water puppies, who were somehow also elegant, while also hilarious! We saw osprey, including one who circled us to show off the fish they had just caught, great blue herons, snowy egret, and more. I have such an appreciation for this ecosystem after this trip.
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Doug
Oct 18, 2021
Kayaking the mangroves - Emily, our guide was so knowledgeable and friendly. It’s obvious she loves her job and also loves people. The duration of the trip was optimal so as not to stress age or physical ability groups. It provided all to see witness exotic flora and fauna up close. Emily had the familiarity to allow us to anticipate where certain animals were located. Thanks Emily!
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525emelier
Aug 17, 2021
Evening Kayaking - We really enjoyed our tour guide Emilie, she was incredibly knowledgeable and down to earth. We saw a bunch of manatees, a pod of dolphins, and tons of fun shore birds. All in all a great experience!
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X1017jlsharonr
Jun 4, 2021
Cocoa Beach kayaking - Had so much fun with my family doing the wild life refuge with Cocoa Kayaking lots of animals such as Dolpins, Manatees, Birds and Gators. It was my Families first time Mark our Guide Tour was amazing!!! very knowledgable and passionate about our Tour. Mark was also very patient and lots of fun!! teaching us some many things. I would Highlights recomend taking this Tour. Ask for Mark he is an amazing intelligent and fun young man. Thanks Mark for making a part of or vacation Awesome.
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Rxbodie
May 17, 2021
Wildlife Refuge dolphin, manatee and mangrove kayak tour - Great tour with Mark. He was very knowledgeable about the area and the wildlife. We learned a lot about manatees. Highly recommend Cocoa Kayaking and Mark as your guide.
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Oceanairland
May 17, 2021
Wildlife Refuge Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour - A group of three of us took this tour with our guide Mark. We had a great time! We were lucky enough to spot both manatees and dolphins. You never know with nature what you will be able to see. Lots of birds and quite a few jumping fish. Mark did a great job explaining about the manatees, the mangroves and the surrounding area. I would highly recommend this tour and Mark, if you’re lucky to get him as your guide.
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Margiehaire
Apr 22, 2021
Just book the tour!!! - OMG... Just book the tour and go! This will be one of the highlights of your trip to Florida! Tonight we had Pat and Mark as our guides and they did a fantastic job of making this kayaking trip a complete success. Informative, funny, knowledgeable and kind we enjoyed the time on the water from start to finish. You will love it...
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Marcushf2454nv
Jun 3, 2020
Amazing! - Kayaking with CocoaKayaking.com at the Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge Haulover Canal is one of the best kayaking tours on the planet. Anyone who appreciates kayaking with wildlife should jump on the opportunity to experience everything that Haulover Canal has to offer. Many days are like a Manatee music festival also joined my bottled nose dolphin, alligators, birds, and fish along the way. An absolute must do whether you're visiting from afar or if you call central Florida your home!
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Rosie_sp76
Jan 19, 2020
Unforgettable kayaking experience! - I’ve been kayaking many times in different places, but my experience in Haulover Canal, along with tour guide Scott, was unforgettable. Weather was great, very peaceful yet full of wildlife. While there where no manatees around that day, I got to see dolphins up close 3 times! There where many birds flying and hanging around, including a Scrub Jay, as well as a Horseshoe Crab and a Manta in one part of the river. Scott was very nice, knowledgeable and kept me interested in my surroundings all the time. Will definitely do it again! Thank you so much!
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