Best Dolphin Kayak Tours in Cocoa Beach — Our Top 5

1.Thousand Island Mangrove Tunnel, Manatee & Dolphin Kayak Tour w/Cocoa Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 923 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69Our pick

Spend about 2.5 hours kayaking Cocoa Beach’s Thousand Islands with guides such as James, Ian, or Susie. Paddle open water and narrow mangrove tunnels while watching for manatees, dolphins, tarpon, stingrays, crabs, and birds. Kayaks, paddles, life jackets, and guide-taken photos are included.

“We had a great time on this tour! We got to see several manatees right up next to our kayaks, the mangrove tunnels were a cool experience & our guide, Jeff, was great. Very knowledgeable, patient & funny. Highly recommend this tour!”

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2.Manatee and Dolphin Kayaking | Wildlife Refuge (Titusville)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 241 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Paddle the calm canals at Haulover Canal near Titusville with Florida Adventurer. Your guide provides the kayak, paddle, and PFD, then helps you look for manatees, dolphins, alligators, stingrays, and birds. Guides including Brian, Zach, and Tyler are praised for wildlife knowledge and patient instruction.

“Dane was very knowledgeable about the area and animals here in Florida. We had an amazing morning on the water with him. We got to see a dolphin chase some small fish right up to where we were launching. Even something Dane hadn’t ever seen. Very enjoyable time on the water.”

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3.Manatee and Dolphin Kayaking Encounter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 219 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

You’ll paddle Haulover Canal with guides such as Chaz, Zoe, Drew, or Carey, looking for manatees, dolphins, birds, jellyfish, and gators. The two-hour trip includes your kayak, paddle, and PFD, with wildlife viewed on its own terms.

“EXCELLENT GUIDE! He was calm, cool, & collected.. Even when we saw an alligator! Do Not Hesitate to Book with Him! He has a LOT of experience! Also, He is very knowledgeable about the foliage and wildlife there. Definitely Worth It! Don't hesitate to book!😊”

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4.Wildlife Refuge Manatee, Dolphin & Mangrove Kayak or Paddleboarding Tour!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 210 reviews · from $52Best value

Join Cocoa Kayaking for a 90-minute guided paddle from Haulover Canal near Mims. Choose a kayak or paddleboard by calling after booking. Guides such as Noah, Logan, Katie, and Captain Mike point out manatees, dolphins, birds, mangroves, and other wildlife, with photos sent afterward.

“We had an amazing time and learned so much about the wildlife and the preservation of the seashore! Would recommend for all!”

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5.Dolphin and Manatee Kayak and SUP Adventure Tour of Cocoa Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 194 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65

Choose a kayak or paddleboard for a two-hour trip through Cocoa Beach’s Banana River Manatee Refuge and Thousand Islands. Guides such as Riley, Jack, Roman, and Christian share local wildlife facts while you look for dolphins, manatees, storks, spoonbills, and more.

“Riley was awesome! We hand so much fun and he shared a lot of great information. We went on the 10:30 tour and it was so great. He also brought us to the rope swing, which I took full advantage of! We saw both dolphins and manatees!”

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