2-Hour Dolphin and Wildlife Boat
A two-hour boat trip out of Cocoa Beach rated 4.8 from 1211 reviews, with dolphins as the headline and free cancellation on the booking.
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Dolphin Tours Cocoa Beach: Real Boats, Kayaks, Prices And Seasons
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- $38.99lowest per-person from-price on the roster
Cocoa Beach Dolphin and Wildlife Tour
Two-hour wildlife and dolphin boat trip, cancellation free
from $38.99 per person
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- 2 hours
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
Dolphin Tours Cocoa Beach: Numbers To Know
1,032
estimated bottlenose dolphins in the Indian River Lagoon stock (NOAA)
50 yards
minimum viewing distance from dolphins by boat (NOAA)
17,042 ha
IRL seagrass in 2025, more than 7,000 ha above 2023
55
live tour listings checked on the Space Coast
Dolphin Tours Cocoa Beach By Trip Type
Dolphin Boat Tours
Sunset Dolphin and Wildlife Boat
A two-hour sunset boat ride rated 4.9 from 341 reviews, from $38.99 per person.
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2.5-Hour Eco Boat Activity
This 2.5-hour eco boat trip holds a 5 rating from 309 reviews and starts at $42.8 per person, searching the lagoon for dolphins, manatees and coastal birdlife.
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Dinoflagellate Bioluminescence Kayak
A two-hour after-dark paddle rated 4.8 from 928 reviews.
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Mangrove Tunnels Tandem Kayak
A guided two-hour kayak trip through the mangrove tunnels of Cocoa Beach, rated 5 from 898 reviews and priced from $64.82 per person, with dolphins and manatees regularly on the route.
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Manatee Kayak at Wildlife Refuge
A two-hour guided kayak tour out of Titusville, rated 4.9 from 231 reviews, from $55 per person.
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| Tour | Length | Meets | From | Rating | Book |
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| 2-Hour Dolphin and Wildlife Boat | 2 hours | Cocoa Beach Dolphin Tours dock (420 W Cocoa Beach Causeway) | $38.99 | ★ 4.81,211 reviews | Check availability |
| Dinoflagellate Bioluminescence Kayak | 2 hours | Kelly Park East (2550 N Banana River Dr) | $75 | ★ 4.8928 reviews | Check availability |
| Mangrove Tunnels Tandem Kayak | 2 hours | Thousand Islands paddle launch, Cocoa Beach | $64.82 | ★ 5.0898 reviews | Check availability |
| Sunset Dolphin and Wildlife Boat | 2 hours | Cocoa Beach Dolphin Tours dock (420 W Cocoa Beach Causeway) | $38.99 | ★ 4.9341 reviews | Check availability |
| 2.5-Hour Eco Boat Activity | 2.5 hours | Sent With Confirmation | $42.80 | ★ 5.0309 reviews | Check availability |
| Small-Group Dolphin Sail | 2 hours | Cape Crossing Marina, Merritt Island | $50.85 | ★ 4.9235 reviews | Check availability |
| Manatee Kayak at Wildlife Refuge | 2 hours | Haulover Canal, Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge | $55 | ★ 4.9231 reviews | Check availability |
| Kayak or SUP, Dolphins, Manatees | 2 hours | Thousand Islands paddle launch, Cocoa Beach | $69.22 | ★ 4.9229 reviews | Check availability |
| 1.5-Hour Wildlife Refuge Paddle | 1.5 hours | Haulover Canal, Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge | $100 | ★ 4.9229 reviews | Check availability |
| Bioluminescent Kayak and Paddleboard | 1.75 hours | Kiwanis Island Park, Merritt Island | $65 | ★ 4.8216 reviews | Check availability |
| Sunset Mangrove Kayak Tour | 2 hours | Thousand Islands paddle launch, Cocoa Beach | $60 | ★ 5.0212 reviews | Check availability |
| Brady Yaks 1.5-Hour Biolume KayakBrady Yaks Tours and Rentals | 1.5 hours | Sent With Confirmation | $51.36 | ★ 4.5167 reviews | Check availability |
| Ecological Manatee and Dolphin Kayak | 2 hours | Ramp Road Park, Cocoa Beach | $50 | ★ 4.6125 reviews | Check availability |
| Banana River, Canaveral Locks CruiseSpace Coast River Tours, Inc. | 2 hours | Kelly Park East (2550 N Banana River Dr) | $40 | ★ 4.8103 reviews | Check availability |
| Dolphin Family Small-Group Eco BoatDolphin Family Tours | 2 hours | Kelly Park East (2550 N Banana River Dr) | $63 | ★ 4.8100 reviews | Check availability |
| Three Brothers Kayak or PaddleThree Brothers Boards | 2 hours | Thousand Islands paddle launch, Cocoa Beach | $65 | ★ 4.592 reviews | Check availability |
| Bioluminescent Kayak, Indian River | 2 hours | Manatee Cove Park, Merritt Island | $65 | ★ 5.085 reviews | Check availability |
| Clear-Bottom Kayak, Manatees | 1.5 hours | Kiwanis Island Park, Merritt Island | $75 | ★ 4.973 reviews | Check availability |
| Tiki Boat Dolphin SightseeingCruise Cocoa, LLC | 2 hours | Cape Crossing Marina, Merritt Island | $65 | ★ 4.769 reviews | Check availability |
| Private Dolphin Sightseeing BoatCruise Cocoa, LLC | 2 hours | Cape Crossing Marina, Merritt Island | $374.50 | ★ 4.846 reviews | Check availability |
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What Makes The Indian River Lagoon Water Glow
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What Makes The Indian River Lagoon Water Glow: Comb jellies
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What Makes The Indian River Lagoon Water Glow: Comb jellies
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What Makes The Indian River Lagoon Water Glow: Comb jellies, transition
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What Makes The Indian River Lagoon Water Glow: Few
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What Makes The Indian River Lagoon Water Glow: Dinoflagellates begin
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What Makes The Indian River Lagoon Water Glow: Dinoflagellates
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What Makes The Indian River Lagoon Water Glow: Dinoflagellates peak
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What Makes The Indian River Lagoon Water Glow: Dinoflagellates
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What Makes The Indian River Lagoon Water Glow: Dinoflagellates fading
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What Makes The Indian River Lagoon Water Glow: Comb jellies begin
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| Month | What Makes The Indian River Lagoon Water Glow |
|---|---|
| January | Comb jellies |
| February | Comb jellies |
| March | Comb jellies, transition |
| April | Few |
| May | Dinoflagellates begin |
| June | Dinoflagellates |
| July | Dinoflagellates peak |
| August | Dinoflagellates peak |
| September | Dinoflagellates |
| October | Dinoflagellates fading |
| November | Comb jellies begin |
| December | Comb jellies |
Pontoon Boat Vs Kayak Vs Night Paddle
| Pontoon or eco boat | Daytime kayak or paddleboard | Bioluminescent night paddle | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical from-price (USD) | $38.99 to $65 per person | $50 to $100 per person | $51.36 to $75 per person |
| Listings on the roster | 8 | 8 | 4 |
Where Dolphin Tours Cocoa Beach Leave From
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Meeting Points
- 2-Hour Dolphin and Wildlife Boatfrom $38.99
- Dinoflagellate Bioluminescence Kayakfrom $75
Kayak And Paddle Launches
- Mangrove Tunnels Tandem Kayakfrom $64.82
- Kayak or SUP, Dolphins, Manateesfrom $69.22
Wildlife Viewing Spots
- Manatee Kayak at Wildlife Refugefrom $55
- 1.5-Hour Wildlife Refuge Paddlefrom $100
- Cocoa Beach Dolphin Tours dock (420 W Cocoa Beach Causeway)Meeting Points
- Kelly Park East (2550 N Banana River Dr)Meeting Points · 6.9 km from Cocoa Beach Dolphin Tours dock (420 W Cocoa Beach Causeway) in a straight line
- Cape Crossing Marina, Merritt IslandMeeting Points · 11 km from Cocoa Beach Dolphin Tours dock (420 W Cocoa Beach Causeway) in a straight line
- Kiwanis Island Park, Merritt IslandKayak And Paddle Launches · 6.2 km from Cocoa Beach Dolphin Tours dock (420 W Cocoa Beach Causeway) in a straight line
- Thousand Islands paddle launch, Cocoa BeachKayak And Paddle Launches · 5.3 km from Cocoa Beach Dolphin Tours dock (420 W Cocoa Beach Causeway) in a straight line
- Ramp Road Park, Cocoa BeachKayak And Paddle Launches · 5.3 km from Cocoa Beach Dolphin Tours dock (420 W Cocoa Beach Causeway) in a straight line
- Manatee Cove Park, Merritt IslandKayak And Paddle Launches · 14 km from Cocoa Beach Dolphin Tours dock (420 W Cocoa Beach Causeway) in a straight line
- Haulover Canal, Merritt Island National Wildlife RefugeWildlife Viewing Spots · 44 km from Cocoa Beach Dolphin Tours dock (420 W Cocoa Beach Causeway) in a straight line
- Cocoa Beach PierBeaches And Piers · 1.6 km from Cocoa Beach Dolphin Tours dock (420 W Cocoa Beach Causeway) in a straight line
- Lori Wilson ParkBeaches And Piers · 2.5 km from Cocoa Beach Dolphin Tours dock (420 W Cocoa Beach Causeway) in a straight line
- Jetty Park, Port CanaveralBeaches And Piers · 5.9 km from Cocoa Beach Dolphin Tours dock (420 W Cocoa Beach Causeway) in a straight line
What Guests Say About Dolphin Tours Cocoa Beach
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“the trip was fun and both men were great about spotting dolphins and manatees. The weather blew in unexpectedly and our trip was cut short due to the weather.”
“The trip was amazing, we saw more more manattees and dolphins than we could count, multiple bird nesting and sightings. Absolutely amazing experience!”
“Joe and Dakota are an awesome team. He is the dolphin finder and she just knows things. They are fun, funny and great tour guides.”
“Joanne and Drew provided great information. We saw a few dolphins and a few manatees noses but it was worth the time. Very enjoyable ride, great conversation and interaction.”
Where To Stay Near The Cocoa Beach Pier
Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront
1550 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cocoa Beach Oceanfront
1 Hendry Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
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The Inn at Cocoa Beach
4300 Ocean Beach Blvd, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
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Are dolphins guaranteed on tours?
No tour can promise a sighting, because the dolphins here are wild and move with the tides and weather. Operators describe sightings as likely rather than certain, and resident bottlenose dolphins are seen regularly in the Banana River and Thousand Islands area.
How close do tours get to dolphins?
Tours keep a respectful distance and never chase, circle or feed the dolphins, which federal protections require. That said, the animals in the Banana River are used to boats and kayaks, and they often come closer on their own.
Can you swim with dolphins in Cocoa Beach?
No tour on this site offers swimming with wild dolphins. The practice is discouraged because close contact disturbs the animals.
Are the tours wheelchair accessible?
Accessibility differs tour by tour. Some listings are marked wheelchair accessible, and others say they are not.
Can kids join a dolphin boat tour?
Yes, in most cases. Boat tours are usually the easier option with children, while kayak and paddleboard tours often set minimum ages or require kids to share a boat with an adult.
Do you get wet on a kayak tour?
On a kayak or paddleboard tour, yes, some water is part of the deal. Splashing on your hands, feet and seat is normal, and a wobbly launch can soak you further.
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