Thousand Island Kayak Tour: Manatee & Dolphin Sightings

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Cocoa Beach

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Embark on a kayaking journey through the Thousand Islands with Cocoa Kayaking! Glide through the scenic waters alongside West Indian Manatees and Bottlenose Dolphins, observe the native Floridian Birds, and navigate through the enchanting Mangrove Tunnels in Cocoa Beach, Florida!

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

5000 Tom Warriner Blvd - Kayak through the Thousand Islands with Cocoa Kayaking! Kayak amongst the West Indian Manatees, Bottlenose Dolphins, Floridian Birds and paddle through the maze of exotic Mangrove Tunnels!
Manatee Mating Season: March - August. Best wildlife viewing: 9:00 am tours.
Small personal tours! No more than 10 people! Cell…

What's Included

Kayaks, paddles, and life jackets included with purchase.

What's Not Included

Bottled water

Location

5000 Tom Warriner Blvd

Tom Warriner Boulevard

Enter the Country Club parking area, taking the first left into the lot. Continue towards the pavilion. (There is no fee for parking) Cocoa Kayaking Kayak trailers will be positioned in the grass where you will see your guide & gear. Please call main office with any questions.

Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings

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384chandlerb

Nov 18, 2025

Amazing Tour!! - Our tour guide James was super cool he had tons of knowledge of the wildlife! we saw dolphins, manatees, and lots of other cool animals. Tour guide was 10/10 and so was the experience!!

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The-karadactyl

Nov 18, 2025

Fun/Casual Kayaking Tour - James was a great guide, very knowledgeable and friendly and he took videos of the wildlife we saw and all of us on the trip. You don’t need to be an experienced kayaker to enjoy, so don’t let that aspect intimidate you! Highly recommend

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Pacurn25

Nov 17, 2025

Magical mangrove tunnel moments - Our kayak tour through the thousand island mangroves was absolutely incredible from start to finish. The water was calm, the tunnels were stunning, and the entire experience felt peaceful and immersive. Gliding beneath the arching mangrove canopy was like entering another world—quiet, shaded, and full of hidden wildlife. James was knowledgeable, patient, and clearly passionate about the local ecosystem. We learned so much about the mangroves, manatees, and the birds that call the area home. The highlight was drifting through the narrow mangrove tunnels—beautiful, serene, and unlike anything else in Florida. The pace was relaxed, the group was just our family, and we never felt rushed. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced kayaker, this experience is a must-do in Cocoa Beach. It’s the perfect blend of adventure, nature, and Florida magic. Highly recommend!

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Leasa_s

Oct 30, 2025

It was so serene and our... - It was so serene and our guide Ian was the best. He was very patient and helpful. We loved our time on the water.

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H1989rnkatiem

Oct 25, 2025

Fantastic thing to do while visiting Cocoa Beach/Cape Canaveral! - We had a fantastic time. We were provided a kayak, paddles and life jackets. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the wildlife and vegetation and pointed out several species of birds, tarpon jumping and even a dolphin! We definitely plan on returning again!

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Ariadnar938

Oct 20, 2025

Both tranquil and exciting experience among the mangrove waters - My son and myself chose a morning kayak tour to the Thousand Islands Preserve. Right away we saw a big fish tarpon, and dolphins, a lot of dolphins, even a mama dolphin with a baby! Our guide James was extremely friendly and knowledgeable, helping us to learn about local wildlife. We learned about sacrificial leaves of mangroves, why mangroves are protected, how anhinga spears the fish and much more! Oh, and we got professional at going through the mangrove tunnel! Thank you, James, for such an amazing experience! Practical notes: admission is pricy but it's good to support small local business, length of 2 hours is just right. October is not a high season - so, we were lucky to be just 2 of us on the tour! It's good for any age really...

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Seaside19973598401

Oct 15, 2025

Great Outing with Ian - We toured the mangroves and the Thousand Island areas with Ian. What a wonderful guide!! Very knowledgeable about the wildlife and the area! We would highly recommend this tour company and Ian. Great communication!

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Beth

Oct 11, 2025

The very best kayaking experience - Our guides, James and Jack were fantastic! It was a wonderful experience, the tunnel was very cool and something we could never do on our own. We can’t wait to do another trip with them!

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Robind33

Oct 2, 2025

Don't be nervous, just do it! - My friend, who isn't a huge fan of water, and I had SO much fun on our kayaking adventure. It was an overcast day, with a little rain, but it didn't matter. We spent a couple hours on the water with James and a lovely couple from Tennessee, where we learned about Florida, the vegetation and animals that make it such a unique and special place. James was funny, super knowledgeable and he made our experience memorable. Whether you see a manatee or not, you won't come away disappointed.

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Vladimir

Oct 18, 2025

An Interesting Two Hour Trip on the Water. - I always take this tour when we get to Cocoa Beach. It's dependably good. James was our guide. We saw a lot of the lagoon. Well recommended.

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From $75

up to 15 guests

1 - Adult