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Where to Go: the 15 Best Dolphin and Manatee Tours in Cocoa Beach

24 tours  ·  from $35 a head

The 15 best dolphin and manatee tours in Cocoa Beach you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason; start there.

Thousand Island Mangrove Tunnel, Manatee & Dolphin Kayak Tour w/Cocoa Kayaking - Paddling the open lagoon and mangrove tunnels
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Thousand Island Mangrove Tunnel, Manatee & Dolphin Kayak Tour w/Cocoa Kayaking

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 Cocoa Kayaking. A guide such as James, Ian, or Susie leads you through mangrove tunnels and open lagoons while explaining wildlife and ecology. Groups are limited to 10, photos are included, and manatees, dolphins, birds, stingrays, and tarpon may appear.

“Our guide was amazing, very knowledgeable, great personality, and answered all our questions. Saw manatees and dolphins, loved it!”

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Mangrove Tunnels, Dolphins, Manatee Tour #1 Rated in Cocoa Beach - Looking for dolphins and manatees
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Mangrove Tunnels, Dolphins, Manatee Tour #1 Rated in Cocoa Beach

2.Mangrove Tunnels, Dolphins, Manatee Tour #1 Rated in Cocoa Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 836 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $59

Paddle calm Cocoa Beach waterways for about two hours with Fin Expeditions. Your English-speaking guide teaches basic kayak skills, leads you through narrow mangrove tunnels, and looks for dolphins, manatees, birds, crabs, and comb jellies. Choose a single or tandem kayak. Guides including Holly, Erin, Jordyn, Gabby, and Ian are praised for clear instruction and friendly storytelling.

“A great way to explore nature, be educated on your surroundings, meet other travelers and get exercise. Our guide was knowledgeable, cordial and had a great sense of humor”

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Manatee and Dolphin Kayaking | Wildlife Refuge (Titusville) - Manatees are the main attraction
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Manatee and Dolphin Kayaking | Wildlife Refuge (Titusville)

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

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

Kayak through Haulover Canal with a small-group guide who knows the local wildlife. You may see manatees, dolphins feeding on baitfish, alligators, stingrays, horseshoe crabs, and many birds. Brian, Zach, Tyler, Terrance, and other guides have been praised for their wildlife knowledge and patient help.

“It was a great adventure - lots of fun - we found manatee bones/stingray/horseshoe crab - the water was so clear & beautiful”

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Manatee and Dolphin Kayaking Encounter - What the two-hour itinerary feels like
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Manatee and Dolphin Kayaking Encounter

4.Manatee and Dolphin Kayaking Encounter

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

Launch at Haulover Canal for a guided two-hour paddle through Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. Guides such as Chaz, Zoe, Drew, and Carey help you find manatees, dolphins, birds, jellyfish, and the occasional gator. Kayak, paddle, and PFD are included, but bring water shoes, sunscreen, water, and dry clothes.

“I love it!!! It was so amazing experience, we got to see manatees and dolphins. I highly recommend it”

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Wildlife Refuge Manatee, Dolphin & Mangrove Kayak or Paddleboarding Tour! - Starting at Haulover Canal near Mims
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Wildlife Refuge Manatee, Dolphin & Mangrove Kayak or Paddleboarding Tour!

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

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

Set out from Haulover Canal near Cocoa Beach by kayak or stand-up paddleboard, with a guide leading you through mangroves and wildlife habitat. Guides such as Noah, Logan, Katie, and Captain Mike are praised for clear instruction and local wildlife knowledge. The 90-minute trip may include manatees, dolphins, alligators, birds, comb jellies, and sunset views.

“Tour guides were fantastic! Saw manatees, dolphins, raccoons and many species of birds. Great experience all around!”

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Sunset Tour Mangrove, Dolphins, Manatee #1 Rated in Cocoa Beach - What happens during the two-hour route
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Sunset Tour Mangrove, Dolphins, Manatee #1 Rated in Cocoa Beach

6.Sunset Tour Mangrove, Dolphins, Manatee #1 Rated in Cocoa Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 201 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $60

Spend about two hours kayaking Cocoa Beach’s mangrove waterways with a guide such as Caleb, Christina, Jordyn, or Gabby. You’ll learn basic paddling, search for dolphins and manatees, pass through narrow mangrove tunnels, and watch the sunset when weather allows. Tandem kayaks, safety gear, parking, and photos are included.

“Mary was amazing. We were the only ones for the sunset tour and it made the experience even better for us. We saw a dolphin or two right away but only for a moment. Saw sea snails, crabs, mullets jumping, an unfortunate mouse floating, and more dolphins on our way in. Being on the water at sunset was beautiful. Definitely worth the money and time.”

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Dolphin and Manatee Kayak and SUP Adventure Tour of Cocoa Beach - Kayak or stand-up paddleboard?
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Dolphin and Manatee Kayak and SUP Adventure Tour of Cocoa Beach

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

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

Paddle a one or two-person kayak or stand-up board through the Banana River Manatee Refuge and Thousand Islands near Cocoa Beach. Guides such as Riley, Jack, Roman, and Christian explain the wildlife and local habitat. Expect a relaxed two-hour outing, with possible dolphins, manatees, spoonbills, storks, and a rope-swing stop.

“Manatees, dolphins, sting rays, puffer fish, a black tip shark, jumping fish and beautiful birds on the conservation Island. Unforgettable!”

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Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour of Merritt Island - The first paddle: local stories and wildlife clues
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Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour of Merritt Island

8.Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour of Merritt Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65

Meet your guide at Merritt Island for about two hours on the water by kayak or paddleboard. Guides such as Ryan, Joey, and Nolan share wildlife facts and local history while leading you toward dolphins, West Indian manatees, spoonbills, birds, and other coastal life. The tour suits most participants and includes all paddling gear.

“Able to see manatees and dolphins. Early morning was nice as there were less motorized boats. We used kayaks but my daughter did the paddle board and could see better being up higher.”

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Brevard County Tours, dolphin and manatee tours in Palm Bay, FL - The shell-covered island stop
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Brevard County Tours, dolphin and manatee tours in Palm Bay, FL

9.Brevard County Tours, dolphin and manatee tours in Palm Bay, FL

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 109 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Captain Dave guides a small boat through Turkey Creek and the Indian River Lagoon from Palm Bay. In about two hours, you may see dolphins, manatees, alligators, birds, turtles, and a shell-covered island. The quiet pace and six-person limit make this a personal, nature-focused break from Cocoa Beach and the theme parks.

“CaptainDave took us to locations that had plenty of dolphins, manatee and birds of all kinds. He k ew where to go.”

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Paddle Board or Kayak Eco Dolphin Manatee Tour - A quiet start in Merritt Island
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Paddle Board or Kayak Eco Dolphin Manatee Tour

10.Paddle Board or Kayak Eco Dolphin Manatee Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $79

Start at 9 a.m. in Merritt Island for a two-hour paddle through the Banana River Aquatic Preserve. Andrew and the SOBESURF team provide kayaks, paddleboards, instruction, photos, and wildlife guidance. Calm water suits first-timers, though dolphin and manatee sightings are never guaranteed.

“We had a great time and Andrew our tour guide was great! We loved seeing the manatees and the dolphins!!”

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Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour - Through the Thousand Island mangrove passages
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Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour

11.Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $50Best value

Spend about two hours kayaking the Thousand Island Conservation area with naturalist guides such as Cameron and Erin. Expect calm lagoon water, mangrove passages, wildlife watching, beginner-friendly instruction, water, and dry bags. Manatees and dolphins are possible, not guaranteed.

“Such a wonderful experience. Couldn’t have asked for a better guide, very knowledgeable and fun. The kids absolutely loved it. We had a manatee swim with us for about thirty minutes, saw dolphins, tons of fish and birds. It was a great way to experience part of the beauty of Florida.”

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Cocoa Beach: Dolphin and Manatee Kayak or Paddle Tour - The launch at 4800 Tom Warriner Boulevard
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Cocoa Beach: Dolphin and Manatee Kayak or Paddle Tour

12.Cocoa Beach: Dolphin and Manatee Kayak or Paddle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 69 reviews · 2 hours · from $65

Paddle a kayak or stand-up paddleboard for two hours through Cocoa Beach’s Banana River waterways. Guides such as Jack and Spencer explain local wildlife and history as you look for dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, pelicans, spoonbills, and live conch. The route includes the Banana River Manatee Refuge and a 30-minute pass through the Thousand Islands Conservation Area.

“We had a great trip! Jack was an amazing guide.”

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Indian River Clear Bottom Kayak or Paddleboarding Manatee and Dolphin Tour - Choosing a clear-bottom kayak or paddleboard
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Indian River Clear Bottom Kayak or Paddleboarding Manatee and Dolphin Tour

13.Indian River Clear Bottom Kayak or Paddleboarding Manatee and Dolphin Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $75

Meet at Kiwanis Island Park near Cocoa Beach for a 90-minute guided paddle through the Indian River Lagoon. Choose a kayak or paddleboard, with equipment, life jacket, dry bags, and photos included. Guides such as Michael, Tom, and Troy focus on finding dolphins, manatees, birds, fish, and comb jellies, though wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

“Troy was just a great guide. Very personable and knowledgeable. We can’t wait for our next adventure with him.”

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Guided Kayak Tour with Manatee & Dolphin Sightings - Boarding means stepping into the water
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Guided Kayak Tour with Manatee & Dolphin Sightings

14.Guided Kayak Tour with Manatee & Dolphin Sightings

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $50

Meet guide Adrena at Manatee Cove Park for a safety lesson, then paddle a single or tandem sit-on-top kayak through the estuaries near Cocoa Beach. Keep watch for manatees, dolphins, pelicans, crabs, stingrays, and fish. You will get wet boarding, so bring a towel and dry clothes.

“Perfect kayaking trip! Adrenal was excellent!! We loved watching the manatees - so many of them. Spied a gator in the distance and a dolphin. Many fish, horse shoe crabs and so much more. Well worth it. Family ages 7-62. Great time!”

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Kayak Tours and Rentals. Dolphins, Manatees, and Bioluminescence! - What the two-hour paddle feels like
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Kayak Tours and Rentals. Dolphins, Manatees, and Bioluminescence!

15.Kayak Tours and Rentals. Dolphins, Manatees, and Bioluminescence!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $55

Paddle from Merritt Island into the Indian River Lagoon by kayak or paddle board. Day tours focus on dolphins, manatees, birds, fish, and lagoon ecology, while seasonal night trips from May through August reveal glowing dinoflagellates and pulsing comb jellies. Guides including Jason, Adam, and Amber provide instruction and natural history.

“Great experience. Jason was a great guide and took the time to educate us on the plant and wildlife and showed us cool bioluminescent jellyfish”

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Wildlife Refuge Sunset Dolphin, Manatee & Mangrove Kayak or Paddleboarding Tour! - Choosing between a kayak and a stand-up paddleboard
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Wildlife Refuge Sunset Dolphin, Manatee & Mangrove Kayak or Paddleboarding Tour!

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