4 Stand-Up Paddleboarding Tours in Cocoa Beach for Every Kind of Paddler

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 210 reviews · from $52Our pick

Launch at Haulover Canal near Mims and paddle the Indian River and Mosquito Lagoon by kayak or stand-up paddleboard. Guides such as Noah, Logan, Katie, and Captain Mike point out manatees, dolphins, birds, alligators, horseshoe crabs, and mangrove wildlife. The 90-minute tour includes equipment and 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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2.Dolphin and Manatee Kayak and SUP Adventure Tour of Cocoa Beach

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

Spend about two hours kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding through Cocoa Beach’s Banana River Manatee Refuge and Thousand Islands Conservation Area. Guides such as Riley, Jack, Christian, and Roman share local wildlife facts while you look for dolphins, manatees, storks, spoonbills, and more. Kayaks, boards, paddles, and lifejackets are included.

“Dolphin, manatee, hermit crabs, spoonbill , pelicans, osprey! It was a great afternoon. Our tour guide, Riley was very knowledgeable and provided a great leisurely experience”

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3.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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4.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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