



by A Day Away Kayak Tours
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Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$150This two-hour kayak tour takes place in the warm, dark lagoon waters near Cocoa Beach, USA. The tour begins with a safety briefing and basic paddling instructions. Each participant receives a kayak, paddle, personal flotation device, and a safety light. Guided by an experienced professional, the group paddles through waters filled with bioluminescent plankton. When disturbed by paddle strokes, hand movements, or the kayak’s wake, the plankton emit a blue glow visible in the darkness. Fish, dolphins, and manatees also create glowing trails as they move through the water. The guide provides explanations about the microscopic dinoflagellates responsible for this natural light display. The tour offers a close-up view of this rare bioluminescent phenomenon in a safe and controlled setting. Guests are advised to wear clothes that can get wet, water shoes such as sandals or Crocs, and to bring a towel, extra clothes, bottled water, and snacks. A flashlight and dry bag are optional but not necessary for viewing the bioluminescence.
Bioluminescent Kayak Tours - Summer Bioluminescence: Dinoflagellate (cloudy bluegreen glow) - peak season May to early November - Winter Bioluminescence: Comb Jelly (Individual glowing jellies) - peak season late November to April - During the warm summer months the waters of Florida's Indian River and Mosquito Lagoon come alive with single-celled microorganisms called dinoflagellates. - In the cooler Florida months, bioluminescent Comb Jellies congregate in the protected waters of the Indian River Lagoon. Living in the most bio-diverse estuary in North America, Comb Jellies are clear, glob-like creatures that, despite their name, do not sting! So as you paddle the calm waters laced with mangroves and palm trees, you can catch and hold these gentle glowing creatures. They're right at your fingertips while having a safe, awe-inspiring kayak adventure with those who share your enthusiasm for new and unique experiences.
120 min
Kiwanis Island Park
End point
Kelly Park East