Dolphin and Manatee Boat Tour from Cocoa Beach and Port Canaveral
Description
Experience the best of Florida’s Space Coast on this small-group dolphin and manatee tour from Cocoa Beach and Port Canaveral. Unlike large tour boats, your 6-passenger vessel can access shallow backwaters and hidden areas where wildlife naturally gathers, giving you closer, more authentic encounters with dolphins, manatees, and other native species. We see dolphins on all of your tours and manatees on most. But this is more than just a wildlife cruise. In just two hours, you’ll enjoy a complete guided experience of the region: learning about local ecosystems, the history of the Space Coast, famous landmarks, and even rocket launches from nearby Cape Canaveral. Led by your top-rated local captains, this relaxed, family-friendly tour is perfect for cruise guests, first-time visitors, and anyone who wants to see more than just the surface of Florida’s coast — without crowds or rushed sightseeing. Our tours are designed for small groups and require a minimum booking of two guests.
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Itinerary
Cruise through the Indian River and Banana River Lagoon, where dolphins and manatees naturally gather. Your captain navigates hidden waterways inaccessible to large boats, offering close, respectful wildlife encounters while sharing insights on local ecosystems, Space Coast history, and nearby rocket launches.”
You will see Kennedy Space Center from the water and the captain will share stories about space exploration, historic launch pads, and rocket launches along Florida’s Space Coast. Seen from a distance.
During the tour, your captain also points out landmarks around Cape Canaveral, including the Cape Canaveral Locks and passing cruise ships entering and leaving Port Canaveral. Along the way, you’ll hear stories about the area’s maritime history, space exploration, and how this iconic port became one of the world’s busiest cruise hubs.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(26)
We saw dolphins and manatees which was lovely. However the captain's (Kurt) attitude was appalling during the trip and he was rude when asked questions about some wildlife. We were charged full price for a 2 year old who sat on a knee all the trip which was expensive. We booked the island stop trip but were told as soon as we got on that we wouldn't be stopping there as the other 2 people on the boat hadn't booked it and it was too far away. The two trips are sold separately but are actually the same trip. I would not recommend with this captain at all.
Such a wonderful experience. I really enjoyed this sunset tour - not a lot of other boats on the water so we had the dolphins and manatees to ourselves :) Captain Andrea was amazing!
Captain Dagen was a great guide. He was very informative. He made sure that we saw everything we could.
Thank you so much for your kind review! We'll be sure to share your wonderful feedback with Captain Dagan. He always goes the extra mile to help guests experience as much wildlife as possible, and we're so glad you enjoyed your time on the water. We truly appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again on your next visit!
Capt Andrea was amazing! She was very knowledgeable and we put her to the test!! Lol We seen dolphins and manatee
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We love that you kept Captain Andrea on her toes! 😄 She's always happy to answer questions and share what she knows about the local wildlife and waterways. We're so glad you got to see both dolphins and manatees, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure on the water someday!
Expensive for the experience. A small cooler with ice water would be appreciated. Need to know to wear suits and water shoes as there is a stop on a sandbar to enjoy the water
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback! We appreciate your suggestions. We'll certainly keep them in mind as we continue looking for ways to make the experience even better for our guests. We're glad you joined us on the water, and we hope to welcome you back if you're ever visiting the Space Coast again.
Great tour. Can recomended to kids with family.
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're so happy you enjoyed the tour and that your family had a great time together on the water. Creating fun experiences for families is exactly what we love to do. We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you back whenever you're visiting the Space Coast again!
Capt Andrea was amazing, we had wonderful views of Dolphins and Manatees!!! She was a wealth of information and very kind and patient!! It was such a peaceful boat ride !!! Well worth it!!!
Thank you so much for such a lovely review! There's something especially relaxing about a peaceful morning on the lagoon, and we're so happy you got to enjoy it with dolphins and manatees along the way. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Captain Andrea—she'll be delighted to hear them. It was a pleasure having you aboard, and we hope to see you again the next time you're visiting the Space Coast!
Fantastic experience with Captain Andrea. We loved seeing the manatees and dolphins up close! If we are ever in the area again, I definitely want to do so this tour again.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We're so glad you had a fantastic time with Captain Andrea and enjoyed seeing the dolphins and manatees up close in their natural habitat. It means so much to hear you'd join us again on your next visit. We hope to see you back soon!
This tour was well worth the money paid. The tour guide was above and beyond knowledgeable of the area. He know exactly where to go to show us dolphins and manatees. He was also very knowledgeable about Cape Canaveral and the sights to see there. We loved our tour and would highly recommend booking this tour.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We're thrilled you had such a great experience with Captain Dagan! We'll be sure to share your kind words with him. We love combining incredible wildlife with the history and unique stories of the Cape Canaveral area, so it's wonderful to hear you enjoyed both. Thank you for the recommendation and for supporting our small family business. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure on the water someday!
Kurt was very informative about the location and the wildlife. He made us feel so welcome and he was incredibly funny!!! Definite plus! I give two thunbs way way up!!!!
Thank you so much! We're so happy you felt so welcome aboard-that's exactly the kind of experience we hope every guest has. Captain Kurt has a great way of sharing the wildlife and local history while keeping everyone smiling along the way. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. Two thumbs way, way up right back at you! 👍👍 We hope to see you again for another adventure in the Cape Canaveral area!
