Paddle Haulover Canal at sunset with a guided 90-minute kayak tour
90 Minutes
Kayak, life vest, guide
Explore the Haulover Canal at sunset on a 90-minute guided kayaking tour near Titusville. Paddle through Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge and look for glowing organisms and local wildlife along the way.
Minimum of 2 people per tour. Ages 5+ only. No alcohol or drugs allowed; service may be refused without a refund.
All sales final; no refunds. You can rebook if you cancel 48+ hours before start; no rebook within 48 hours or for no-shows. If the operator cancels for safety/weather, they will reschedule. Wildlife/bioluminescence not guaranteed; if none seen, they offer a raincheck.
Yes. You need at least 2 people to run the tour.
Wear quick-dry clothes and footwear you can wear in the water. Expect to get a little wet.
Bring a towel, sunscreen, bug spray, a water bottle, and snacks. Leave valuables at home. You may bring a flashlight, but the tour provides a safety light and whistle, plus a glow stick.
Haulover Canal Kayak Launch, Mims, FL 32754 US
The guides here really make the experience, with Brian, Kyle, Terrence, and Jeremiah getting enthusiastic shoutouts for their knowledge, humor, and ability to keep groups engaged even when weather doesn't cooperate. Guests consistently spot manatees, dolphins, birds, and the glowing jellies that make this tour special. The clear kayaks offer great views, and watching bioluminescence sparkle in the water creates genuinely magical moments that have people grinning in the dark. Weather can be unpredictable, and some tours happen in the rain, but most guests actually embrace getting soaked as part of the adventure. A few visitors mention administrative hiccups with cancellations and communication, which caused frustration. The bioluminescence itself varies by season and conditions, so managing expectations is important. Pack bug spray for Mosquito Island, bring a change of clothes for the car, and understand the glow might be subtle rather than dramatic depending on timing. Most people leave thrilled with the wildlife encounters and the guides' entertaining commentary about local history and nature.
Jeremiah was a fantastic tour guide! He was very knowledgeable, and fun. We were too early in the year for the bioluminescent plankton, so he found us some comb jellies. He even made sure we saw manatees. It was a beautiful location and such a gift for the entire world that it is being protected. I love that Jeremiah was passionate about the conservation efforts in the area. I highly recommend you take this tour! (Bring bug spray and wear long sleeves at least. The mosquitos were no joke!)
Juliann silver
May 18, 2026
Jeremiah was a fantastic tour guide! He was very knowledgeable, and fun. We were too early in the year for the bioluminescent plankton, so he found us some comb jellies. He even made sure we saw manatees. It was a beautiful location and such a gift for the entire world that it is being protected. I love that Jeremiah was passionate about the conservation efforts in the area. I highly recommend you take this tour! (Bring bug spray and wear long sleeves at least. The mosquitos were no joke!)
Juliann silver
May 18, 2026