About this experience
The tour takes about 90 minutes, and the route consists of mangrove trails and shallow lagoon waters. Our guides will be with you every step of the way, ensuring your safety and answering any questions you may have. The bioluminescence is hard to photograph, so we recommend you leave your camera at home and fully immerse yourself in this magical experience.
Our visitors have praised our bioluminescence kayaking tour as a highlight of their vacation. Experience an “out of this world" adventure with Florida-Adventurer. Florida bioluminescence is the #1 kayaking trip in the Orlando and Cocoa Beach area. We are located about an hour from Universal Studios and The Walt Disney world area theme parks.
Paddle through the Indian River Lagoon with Florida-Adventurer and experience magic.
At a glance
- Duration: 1 hr 30 min
Plan your experience
Set aside 1 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Our bioluminescent kayak tours last for approximately 90 mins. You will get wet to some extent, so plan to bring some towels and wear appropriate footwear.
- SUGGESTIONS TO BRING: AQUATIC FOOTWEAR, BUG SPRAY, TOWEL, SUNSCREEN, CASH FOR TIPS (optional), AND A WATER BOTTLE
What is included
- Our bioluminescent kayak tours last for approximately 90 mins. You will get wet to some extent, so plan to bring some towels and wear appropriate footwear.
- MAX WEIGHT: 300LBS FOR A SINGLE, AND 600LBS FOR A TANDEM
- INCLUDED: KAYAK, PFD, PADDLES AND HAPPY GUIDES
Not included
- Beverages, bug spray, towels, snacks etc
Itinerary and highlights
Don't miss out on Bioluminescent Kayaking at Haulover Canal in Titusville. Kayaking through bioluminescent water is truly a magical sight to behold, and it's an experience that you'll remember all your life.
Bioluminescence is a natural phenomenon. Our cooler water bioluminescent experience is the Bioluminescent Comb-Jellyfish. These jellyfish light up blue when they are disturbed, creating a surreal and magical effect in the water. In the summer, dinoflagellates are present, which are single-celled, planktonic organisms. They naturally produce light so when the water is disturbed in which they are in a bright blue-green light glows. When you kayak through the sparkling water, you’ll feel like you are in another world.
Florida-Adventurer’s Bioluminescence Kayaking Tour is locally owned and operated. We know the best spots in Merritt Island Nature Reserve. Our certified tour guides are knowledgeable about the area and they will share interesting facts about the bioluminescence and other wildlife we’re sure you’ll meet along the way.
Please be sure to make your reservations early as this Florida kayak tour tends to book out 2 weeks in advance.
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- At the end of the gravel road, look for a white van and or a black truck that says “Florida-Adventurer." Our helpful guides will be waiting for you. Please arrive 30 mins prior to your tour time for check-in and orientation. If you're late to orientation or if you missed it, there will be no refunds
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Florida Adventurer - Bioluminescent Kayaking
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Our bioluminescent kayak tours last for approximately 90 mins. You will get wet to some extent, so plan to bring some towels and wear appropriate footwear.
- Peak season is July – October with sightings as late as January
- LAUNCH SITE: Haulover Canal, Titusville; and Kiwanis Island Park, Merritt Island
- TRIP LENGTH: 90 MINS
- INCLUDED: KAYAK, PFD, PADDLES AND HAPPY GUIDES
- MAX WEIGHT: 300LBS FOR A SINGLE, AND 600LBS FOR A TANDEM
- AGE RANGE: 5+
- SUGGESTIONS TO BRING: AQUATIC FOOTWEAR, BUG SPRAY, TOWEL, SUNSCREEN, CASH FOR TIPS (optional), AND A WATER BOTTLE
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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