Sunset Dolphin & Manatee Paddle Tour in Merritt Island

Explore the Indian River Lagoon at sunset by clear kayak or paddleboard on a guided outing suited to beginners. Scan the water and shoreline for dolphins, manatees, rays, fish, birds, and horseshoe crabs; wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.

• Explore one of North America's most biodiverse estuaries
• Look for dolphins and other wild coastal animals
• Glide over underwater views in a clear kayak
• Build stand-up paddleboarding skills with beginner-friendly guidance
• Visit Horseshoe Crab Island when weather and wind allow

Itinerary

1. Arrival & Check-In Meet your Epic Paddle Adventures guide at the designated launch site. We’ll check you in, get you fitted with a life jacket, and review basic paddling and wildlife-safety guidelines.

2. Launch & Training After a short on-shore orientation, you’ll step into your clear kayak or paddleboard and practice a few strokes in shallow water before heading out.

3. Wildlife Paddle Glide through the Indian River Lagoon as your guide leads you to prime dolphin and manatee habitats. Watch dolphins surface and swim near your kayak. Your guides are experts at spotting manatees in the area as well.

4. Shallow-Water Exploration When conditions allow, we stop in shallow areas where you can stand in the water and watch fish, rays, and manatees nearby while your guide shares fun facts about the ecosystem.

5. Photo Time Your guide will take beautiful photos of you and your group on the water, which are shared digitally after the tour.

6. Return Paddle Enjoy a relaxing paddle back to shore while soaking in the scenery and any last wildlife sightings.

What's Included

• Life vest
• Paddle
• Dry bag
• Professional photos

Important details

• Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure
• Complete a waiver before participating
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Requires getting in and out of a kayak or on and off a paddleboard unassisted
• Requires sitting upright and paddling for approximately 2 hours
• Not recommended for severe mobility limitations
• Pregnant travelers should consult a physician before participating
• Clear 2-person kayaks require each rider to weigh under 200 lbs and have a combined weight under 400 lbs
• Clear single kayaks have a 325-lb weight limit
• Child paddleboards are for ages 6–12; adult paddleboards are for ages 13+
• A credit-card processing fee applies in addition to the listed price; the amount is not specified
• Tours may be adjusted for weather, wind, or water conditions for safety