See Florida Bioluminescence on this nighttime paddleboard adventure!
Have you done the bioluminescence tour on a kayak and want to try something new and amazing? Or just want to try paddleboarding through our neon nighttime lagoon? Join us on this epic adventure into the Indian River. The summer months see phenomenal bioluminescence and we want to take you there.How Bioluminescence on a SUP is Different
Our SUP tours go out in small groups of up to 8 people. Each person gets their own SUP and nighttime safety gear. Your guide points out the amazing wildlife in the Indian River Lagoon. Unlike a tandem kayak tour, you get your own paddleboard to yourself. The stand up, higher, view of the paddleboard gives you a better view of the sea life lighting up the lagoon. Expect to see our lagoon sea life glow as they swim through the bioluminescence. On this tour we often see: dolphins, rays, horseshoe crabs, and schools of fish light up as they swim by. If the night is right, you will have the opportunity to swim in the bioluminescence! See Our Cancellation and Refund Policy HereWhat is included
- Paddleboard
- PFD
- Guides
What you should bring
- Insect repellent
- Towel
- Flashlight
- Water bottle
Departure schedule
Weekend nights in summer with multiple start times. See below for meeting point.
Moon Notice
Moonlight effects this tour and how brightly you will see bioluminescence. The less moonlight, the brighter the bioluminescent sea creatures will appear. Please check the Moon Calendar before booking.
Check Out the Summer Bioluminescence
Meeting Point
Reviews
Write a reviewWe booked a tour while we visited Florida. Steve was our guide, and he was amazing. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the nature and history. He was also extremely patient ...
Julie Lindy
We booked a tour while we visited Florida. Steve was our guide, and he was amazing. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the nature and history. He was also extremely patient with novice rafters. He was very responsive to my kids' comfort in the boat, excitement about the experience, and even let my younger son catch some jellyfish to study while on the raft. My children got on the boat a little nervous and left feeling proud and accomplished thanks to his expert guidance. We would definitely do this again and ask for Steve as our guide!
We always like to try something new on our annual summer break and opted for the manatee tour. On a Tuesday it's only $29 a person which is fantastic value ...
Shandy
We always like to try something new on our annual summer break and opted for the manatee tour. On a Tuesday it's only $29 a person which is fantastic value for the 2 hour plus we spent on the river. Saw many manatees and a few dolphins plus many types of birds. Would recommend to anyone.
Amazing experience! All of the details were made clear up front... So we came prepared with bug spray and long sleeves and pants and ready to get wet and our ...
Jennifer Hamilton
Amazing experience! All of the details were made clear up front... So we came prepared with bug spray and long sleeves and pants and ready to get wet and our clear kayaks which we took out to the intercoastal with a amazing unbelievably clear view of the stars in the sky, a NASA launch spot, and of course the bioluminescence in the water. Every paddle, every touch of your hand, every time the kayak moved... The water the lip up bright blue! Magical. It's a spiritual experience not to be missed. Add to that the fun and energy of the BK Adventures guides, especially Sam, who helped us out when my paddling skills sucked!! I recommend this place and think everyone should have this experience. It was beautiful and magical. Could not be captured in pictures, but can only be held in your heart and memories.
We went on the clear bottom kayak tour with Dan for the bioluminescence experience and absolutely loved it! We appreciated all the knowledge Dan shared with us about the Cone ...
Maile whipple
We went on the clear bottom kayak tour with Dan for the bioluminescence experience and absolutely loved it! We appreciated all the knowledge Dan shared with us about the Cone Jelly’s as well as how to catch them and encouraging us to hold them. It was a perfect calm night with all the stars above us.. it was magical. Thank you for this unforgettable experience 🫶🏼
FAQ
Our tours rarely cancel due to weather. If it is raining the day of the tour, chances are, with Florida weather, it will clear up by the time your tour starts. Sometimes we will hold the tour by 30 minutes for the weather to clear. In the case of lightning, high winds, or some other reason that we cannot paddle, we will re-schedule all guests to the very next tour available, or at a convenient time for you. Rainchecks are valid for 1 year.
We recommend you do the "Sunset Tour" if you have time. That way you get to see dolphins, and possibly manatees and all the amazing birds. Then, take a break, and go out for the Bioluminescent Kayak Tour later. It's just $20 more and it's an amazing tour! Click here to book that.
For our single kayaks, the weight limit is 275 lbs. For the tandem kayaks it is 550 lbs. The night kayaking tours are done on tandem kayaks.
Ram, the owner, likes to say, "You bring the spray, we'll bring the mosquitos!" We cannot guarantee there will be mosquitos, but there is a 99% change there will be. Some breezy nights have no mosquitoes. Some nights there are a lot. The other pest is No-See-Ums. The best way to keep them away is with Baby Oil. So, consider slathering on a layer of Baby Oil to any exposed skin. PLEASE BRING MOSQUITO SPRAY.
BK Adventure's office is about 50 miles from Orlando, and just 15 minutes away from Kennedy Space Center. Guest will meet at our Titusville office and then be driven to the Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge (about 10 miles away).
Please request a tandem kayak at time of booking if you would like one. This river is technical, and better in a smaller kayak.
This kayaking tour is not recommended for smaller children. 10+ is a good age for this tour.
Lots of people who love kayaking with their dog have asked about this tour. We do not recommend this one for dogs.
Though we do not guarantee wildlife on any of our tours (Mother Nature makes no guarantees!), we usually see alligators, ospreys, herons, river otters and deer on this tour.
We can manage groups up to 15 people for this tour. We recommend you book weekends at least 45 days in advance for large groups. Weekdays is best, as those are easier to find spaces for. Please phone us for details, and we will be happy to get you and ALL your wonderful friends out for the tour! See more about Group Tours here.
Some people are naturally athletic, and they pick up any kind of activity easily. If that's you, pick either launch location. If you are a beginner, or not sure about kayaking abilities, let your guide know when at the beginning of the tour.
