Dolphin and Manatee Boat Tour from Cocoa Beach and Port Canaveral
Description
Experience the best of Florida’s Space Coast on this small-group dolphin and manatee tour from Cocoa Beach and Port Canaveral. Unlike large tour boats, your 6-passenger vessel can access shallow backwaters and hidden areas where wildlife naturally gathers, giving you closer, more authentic encounters with dolphins, manatees, and other native species. We see dolphins on all of your tours and manatees on most. But this is more than just a wildlife cruise. In just two hours, you’ll enjoy a complete guided experience of the region: learning about local ecosystems, the history of the Space Coast, famous landmarks, and even rocket launches from nearby Cape Canaveral. Led by your top-rated local captains, this relaxed, family-friendly tour is perfect for cruise guests, first-time visitors, and anyone who wants to see more than just the surface of Florida’s coast — without crowds or rushed sightseeing. Our tours are designed for small groups and require a minimum booking of two guests.
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Itinerary
Cruise through the Indian River and Banana River Lagoon, where dolphins and manatees naturally gather. Your captain navigates hidden waterways inaccessible to large boats, offering close, respectful wildlife encounters while sharing insights on local ecosystems, Space Coast history, and nearby rocket launches.”
You will see Kennedy Space Center from the water and the captain will share stories about space exploration, historic launch pads, and rocket launches along Florida’s Space Coast. Seen from a distance.
During the tour, your captain also points out landmarks around Cape Canaveral, including the Cape Canaveral Locks and passing cruise ships entering and leaving Port Canaveral. Along the way, you’ll hear stories about the area’s maritime history, space exploration, and how this iconic port became one of the world’s busiest cruise hubs.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(20)
Capt Andrea was amazing, we had wonderful views of Dolphins and Manatees!!! She was a wealth of information and very kind and patient!! It was such a peaceful boat ride !!! Well worth it!!!
Thank you so much for such a lovely review! There's something especially relaxing about a peaceful morning on the lagoon, and we're so happy you got to enjoy it with dolphins and manatees along the way. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Captain Andrea—she'll be delighted to hear them. It was a pleasure having you aboard, and we hope to see you again the next time you're visiting the Space Coast!
Fantastic experience with Captain Andrea. We loved seeing the manatees and dolphins up close! If we are ever in the area again, I definitely want to do so this tour again.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We're so glad you had a fantastic time with Captain Andrea and enjoyed seeing the dolphins and manatees up close in their natural habitat. It means so much to hear you'd join us again on your next visit. We hope to see you back soon!
This tour was well worth the money paid. The tour guide was above and beyond knowledgeable of the area. He know exactly where to go to show us dolphins and manatees. He was also very knowledgeable about Cape Canaveral and the sights to see there. We loved our tour and would highly recommend booking this tour.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We're thrilled you had such a great experience with Captain Dagan! We'll be sure to share your kind words with him. We love combining incredible wildlife with the history and unique stories of the Cape Canaveral area, so it's wonderful to hear you enjoyed both. Thank you for the recommendation and for supporting our small family business. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure on the water someday!
Kurt was very informative about the location and the wildlife. He made us feel so welcome and he was incredibly funny!!! Definite plus! I give two thunbs way way up!!!!
Thank you so much! We're so happy you felt so welcome aboard-that's exactly the kind of experience we hope every guest has. Captain Kurt has a great way of sharing the wildlife and local history while keeping everyone smiling along the way. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. Two thumbs way, way up right back at you! 👍👍 We hope to see you again for another adventure in the Cape Canaveral area!
My nephew and I had a great experience! It was nice to explore the waterways on a private pontoon boat versus a larger boat with more people. Kurt was a great captain and host, pointing out lots of wildlife along the ways. Nature was on our side -- we were fortunate to see manatees, dolphins, and lots of birds.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We're so glad you and your nephew enjoyed the experience. One of the things we love most about our small boats is being able to explore the quieter waterways and spend more time enjoying the wildlife at a relaxed pace. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Captain Kurt. We're happy nature cooperated with plenty of dolphins, manatees, and birds, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the Space Coast area someday!
Captain Kurt was amazing, we seen so many dolphins and breeding manatees on our boat tour. We will definitely be booking another tour next time we are in Florida.
Thank you so much! 😊 We're so glad you had such a memorable day with Captain Kurt. Seeing so many dolphins and manatees is always exciting, and we're happy the wildlife put on such a great show for you. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Captain Kurt. We can't wait to welcome you back the next time you're visiting Florida for another adventure in the Cape Canaveral and Cocoa Beach area!
Great tour. Had multiple dolphin, manatees and bird sitings. Tour guide was knowledgable about the siting locations as well as the local history.
Thank you so much! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour and got to experience so much wildlife along the way. We love sharing not just the dolphins and manatees, but also the history and unique stories that make the Cape Canaveral area such a special place. Thanks for joining us, and we hope to see you back on the water again someday!
Kurt was an amazing guid on our dolphin/manatee boat excursion! He was friendly and entertaining. He was knowledgeable and made my dream come true by finding so many manatees for us to see as well as dolphins. He made it a memorable experience for me and my family. Definitely recommend.
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! 😊 We absolutely love hearing that. Seeing manatees for the first time is a special experience, and we're so happy Captain Kurt was able to help make that dream come true for you. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Captain Kurt. Thank you for joining us, and for the recommendation — we hope to see you and your family back on the water again someday!
Great experience, the captan was very knowledgeable about the area and where the dolphins and manatees were, it was a great experience for the whole family
Thank you so much! 😊 We're so glad your family had a great time with us. One of the best parts of these tours is helping guests experience dolphins, manatees, and the local wildlife in their natural habitat. We appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome your family back to the Cape Canaveral area again someday!
very fun we had a great time the weather was great we saw some manatee and dolphins VERY enjoyable. We would do this again
Thank you so much! 😊 That sounds like one of those perfect Florida mornings — beautiful weather, wildlife, and a relaxing time on the water. We're so glad you got to see both dolphins and manatees, and it means a lot to hear you'd do it again. We'd love to have you back anytime!
