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Tours/Cocoa Beach/Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour

Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour

4.6(125)Cocoa Beach2 hours
VIATOR4.5(73)TRIPADVISOR4.6(52)
Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour
Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour
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Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour
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Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour
Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour
Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour

At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Price from
$50 / person
Location
Cocoa Beach, United States
Rating
4.6 / 5 · 125 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 20
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Central Florida Kayaking
Meeting point
Once you make it to the parking lot of Ramp Road Park. See your guide for a parking pass. You will not need to pay to park.

Description

Our tour takes place in a conservation area for manatee and dolphin so there is a great chance of spotting these wild animals. Our trips will be relaxing and educational, for each tour is lead by biologists/naturalists for the state of Florida. You can get hands on with some of the creatures we find. Your guide will identify and educate you on how to respectfully and safely handle these animals. Our kayaks are very stable and safe. Before getting on the water, our guides will give a good paddle demonstration and safety briefing.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
9:30 AM, 12:00 PM, and 5:30 PM
Next available
Thu, Oct 8
Adult (ages 16+)
$50
Child (ages 4–15)
$40

Out at sunset: the 5:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:48 PM in the coming weeks.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.

Tour Options

Tandem Kayak

Kayak

Single Kayak

Kayak

What's included

Included
Bottled water
Kayaks, paddles, life jackets, dry bags, sunscreen, and bug spray

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.6
125 reviews
5
100
4
6
3
11
2
4
1
4

How it compares in Cocoa Beach

  • No. 24 by number of reviews among 113 tours in Cocoa Beach
  • Starting price $50 is 23% below the typical $65 for tours of similar length in Cocoa Beach

Excurgo comparison of 113 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation

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

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour take?

Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour lasts about 2 hours.

How much does Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour cost?

Prices start at $50 per person for this Cocoa Beach experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM, 12:00 PM, and 5:30 PM.

How much does Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour cost for children?

Children aged 4–15 pay from $40, adults from $50.

Can I cancel Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Once you make it to the parking lot of Ramp Road Park. See your guide for a parking pass. You will not need to pay to park. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 125 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Central Florida Kayaking.

Reviews(125)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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Jalysa_R
September 19, 2026 · via Viator
The Tour guide did not...

The Tour guide did not communicate at all it was more of get in and paddle we went through weird paths eventually couldn't even paddle anymore had to grab branches to get through spiders bugs we got lost had to find her she wouldn't answers no questions I learned nothing

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OnAir43674151169
August 23, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Kayaking with Florida wildlife

This was a good paddle trip. We got to watch some very active manatees, had dolphins swim close by, and saw lots of other wildlife. Cameron was very informative and friendly. Kayaks and equipment were in excellent condition. This is a recommended experience.

T
Teresa_H
August 15, 2026 · via Viator
Great experience. My kids...

Great experience. My kids and I had the best time. We seen an alligator too. It is worth going on and our tour guide was amazing!

D
debrabS1052YV
August 13, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
1st timer for kayaking. Loved it!!!

Great price! Great experience!

M
Mark_R
August 12, 2026 · via Viator
Great time

Really good experience with knowledgeable and well-prepared guide. We really appreciated the extras of water, sunscreen, mosquito repellent. First class

E
E8310ZXwilliamt
August 3, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great trip!

We had a great experience and the wildlife was amazing.

D
Daddy3Gs
August 1, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Horrible Guide Customer Service

I went with my son and they were about eight others in our timeslot. It’s August and it’s hot and humid out. Our guide was the low light of the experience. I don’t know if she was having a bad day or what, but she came off as plain rude and scary. I would absolutely not do this experience again with this company or her again. First of all, we could barely hear her throughout the whole trip. At the beginning, when she was giving instructions, we were right next to a factory, and it was so loud that everybody had a lean in and even then it was difficult to hear her. When it was time to get into the kayak, I hesitated because I wasn’t sure if I had heard the instructions correctly so I asked her and she just looked right through me for a good 15 seconds without saying anything before another customer told me what to do. And the look that she gave me was pretty much telling me that I was stupid or hadn’t listened to her. Now, during the experience, most of the time we were just following her with a few pit stops inbetween to tell us about things but most could not hear her. There was zero instruction or tips on how to kayak so it was obvious who the newcomers were to this activity. Instead of being helpful or understanding to those who have never kayaked before, the guide made it clear that she was annoyed if you were unable to control your kayak at any point during the experience. One of the customers had to maneuver around the guide while she was giving instruction because her kayak was simply floating in the wrong direction and the guide stopped talking, made it clear through her body language that she was again annoyed, and only continued when the customer came back around. It was really uncalled for and made everybody in the group uncomfortable. Now I work in the customer service field (30+ years), and her customer service was absolutely nonexistent. The funniest part is at the end of the experience, she had the audacity to ask for tips!!! My tip for her is to be more customer service friendly because she was not at all friend friendly and that made the whole experience sour.

K
KATHLEEN_R
August 1, 2026 · via Viator
Exceptional Adventure!

Stephen and Kate are exceptionally kind humans who take their job of hosting visitors seriously. They are both very knowledgeable about the area animals and history. They’re respectful to wildlife, shutting down the boat when manatee were near and taking every measure to be safe, respectful of Florida residents living in the area, and making sure guests had a great time.

S
Sasha_P
August 1, 2026 · via Viator
Great Experience

The guide was great. He gave thorough instructions on kayaking. He also explained what to do if there was an accident. I would definitely book with them again.

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Anastasia_F
July 14, 2026 · via Viator
The guide (Erin) was not...

The guide (Erin) was not friendly at all. She refused to answer questions in a pretty rude tone, and her voice was so soft, no one could hear anything while on the water. She also seemed to just paddle on her own, not waiting for anyone. We were on our own mostly, trying to catch up. The scenery is beautiful, but a tour guide should be friendly and loud by definition.

$50/ person
4.6(125)
Duration2 hours
LanguagesEN
ConfirmationInstant
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