Top 6 Night Kayak Tours in Cocoa Beach

1.Bioluminescence Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 831 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) Our pick

Paddle for about two hours through the calm waters near Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge with a guide such as Matt, Aidan, Caleb, or Zoey. Summer brings cloudy blue-green dinoflagellate glow. Winter brings clear, harmless comb jellies you may hold. Kayak, paddle, and PFD are included.

“My friend and I did the night kayak in February. It wasn’t high season for the algae (which we knew) but we did see a lot of jellies. Caleb was extremely knowledgeable and tailored the trip for our group since we had 5 people. Overall a great experience and now we want to come back in the summer!”

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2.Bioluminescence Night Kayaking Tour of Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 605 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $75Best value

Meet your guide at Haulover Canal for a 90-minute paddle through the Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge. You’ll learn about bioluminescence, watch comb jellies glow beneath your kayak, and may spot dolphins or hear manatees. Guides including Faith, Brea, Seven, Leslie, and Leo have led outings.

“Getting to see the bioluminescence and the peacefulness of kayaking at night under the stars. Our guide Seven did a really nice job of sharing information about the location and the wildlife within it.”

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3.Bioluminescent Clear Kayak Tours in Titusville

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 321 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $120

Meet at Haulover Canal for a short safety lesson, then paddle a clear kayak across the Indian River Lagoon at night. Watch bioluminescent life glow beneath you, look for fish, gators, snakes, dolphins, manatees, and birds, and hear natural and space-program stories from guides such as Celeste, Anthony, and Blane.

“Get up and go kayaking bioluminescence tour was one of the best experiences we’ve ever had. It was a beautiful star filled surreal magical night. Celeste, our guide was the best guide. She was incredibly knowledgeable, informative, professional and most of all her genuine enthusiasm was contagious. We loved and will cherish our experience and hope to be back next year.”

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4.Clear Kayak Bioluminescence Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 166 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

At Haulover Canal near Cocoa Beach, you’ll spend about two hours paddling a stable kayak after sunset, watching tiny living organisms flash blue in the water. Guides such as Island, Ross, Lauren, Coral, and John add wildlife knowledge and humor. Expect possible manatees, dolphins, nocturnal birds, stars, and plenty of mosquitoes, so bring repellent and dry clothes.

“Kayaking with manatees was an unforgettable experience! Our guide, Island, was amazing and very knowledgeable! He handled constant questions from a 9 year old boy with ease and even added some humor!”

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5.Bioluminescence Clear Kayak or Paddleboard Tour Near Orlando

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 145 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

Paddle from Merritt Island at sunset, then search the Indian River Lagoon for glowing fish and comb jellies. Epic Paddle Adventures supplies clear kayaks or paddleboards, paddles, life vests, safety lights, and dry bags. Guides such as Bob, Savannah, Mike, and Logan lead the two-hour outing, though the glow depends on nature.

“All of the five guides really look out for your safety, they help you enjoy your time while being safe and seeing the whole under world. I recommend this for every one just to stend quality time with your loved ones and see all of the amazing creatures.”

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6.Bioluminescent Clear Bottom Kayak or Paddleboard Sit-On-Top Kayak Hybrid Tour!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 109 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $150

Spend about 90 minutes paddling clear-bottom kayaks on the Indian River Waterway near Merritt Island. Guides such as Chayse, Mike, Jeremiah, and Noah explain the glowing plankton and comb jellies as your paddle stirs blue light. Kayaks, life jackets, and dry bags are included, but bring water, bug spray, and dry clothes.

“Jeremiah was an awesome guide, very thorough with instructions for first timers and informative throughout the tour... Very cool and my son cought and released 16 jellyfish”

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