Paddle mangrove tunnels at sunset on a guided Cocoa Beach kayak tour
2 Hours
Kayaks, lifejackets, paddles
Kayak through mangrove tunnels as the sun goes down on this guided Thousand Islands tour in Cocoa Beach. You’ll paddle with your group and watch for local wildlife along the way.
Tours require a minimum of 2 people; if the minimum isn’t met, you may be asked to change time/location, rebook, or upgrade to a private tour. Single kayaks have a 325 lbs limit and tandem kayaks have a 425 lbs limit.
Cancel at least 48 hours before your scheduled tour for a full refund. Private reservations require 14-day notice; cancellations within 14 days are not eligible for a refund. For parties greater than 14, cancel no later than 14 days prior for a full refund.
Arrive 30 minutes before your guided tour time for waiver signing and restroom use. Tours leave promptly at the scheduled time.
Yes. Every attendee needs a waiver (adults and children), with one waiver per person regardless of age. Complete the digital waiver before you arrive so you can launch on time.
Wear comfortable clothing such as beach wear or gym clothes, and dress for the weather. This is a water-based activity, so expect your clothes to get a little wet.
5000 Tom Warriner Boulevard, Cocoa Beach
Cocoa Kayaking delivers consistently exceptional mangrove tunnel tours with guides who clearly love what they do. The booking process is remarkably smooth, with online waivers and helpful staff like Genevieve making everything easy from the start. Once you're on the water, you'll understand why people keep coming back—the mangrove tunnels themselves are stunning, and wildlife encounters with manatees and dolphins are incredibly common, often happening just feet from your kayak. The guides are the real stars here. James (also known as "Turtle"), Ian, Captain Mike, Emily, and Noah each get glowing praise for being knowledgeable, funny, and genuinely engaged with their groups. They're skilled at spotting wildlife that you'd miss on your own, from comb jellies to manatees surfacing right beside kayaks. Even experienced kayakers mention that going with a guide made all the difference in experiencing the Banana River Lagoon. They take photos during the tour and send them afterward, handle all the logistics, and adjust the pace to suit everyone from three-year-olds to seasoned paddlers. Whether you're visiting from a cruise ship or planning a family outing, this operation has the experience and local knowledge to make it memorable.
Cocoa Kayaking very kindly and swiftly set up our family of four with a wildlife viewing kayak trip with Captain Michael. We had two small children and they were very kind and accommodating, even supplying us with pictures from our trip. We spotted a dolphin and several manatees. Highly recommend!
Rachel
April 6, 2026
Cocoa Kayaking very kindly and swiftly set up our family of four with a wildlife viewing kayak trip with Captain Michael. We had two small children and they were very kind and accommodating, even supplying us with pictures from our trip. We spotted a dolphin and several manatees. Highly recommend!
Rachel
April 6, 2026