Bioluminescence Rafting Tour – Cocoa Beach
Kiwanis Island Park
Join this Family Friendly Bioluminescence tour!
This tour launches from Kiwanis Island park just 5 miles from Cocoa Beach. This is a perfect way to spend an evening after your day at the beach. See the magical glow of bioluminescence in one of Florida’s best vacation destinations – world famous Cocoa Beach. BK Adventure is the only tour company offering family friendly rafts suitable for young children, older folks, or those who just want to be in a big fun group and not paddle a kayak!
Who would love this: This is great for groups who want to experience Florida’s amazing bioluminescence but do not want to kayak. It’s great for families with smaller children or those who feel more comfortable in a bigger boat than a kayak. The guides are fun, and remind you of days gone by as they help you paddle through the glowing bioluminescent water. Paddle rafts are very buoyant and sturdy, so they are fun for people of all ages and abilities. The rafts are steered by our professional rafting guides, so you can leave the steering to us! (But we do ask you help paddle, and the water will glow with lighted dinoflagellates). If you want a smaller boat try our Cocoa Beach Cocoa Beach Clear Kayaking Bioluminescent Tour, or the Bioluminescent Kayaking Tour
When to go: For comb jellies – Nov – Mar; for plankton bioluminescence May – October are the best times for this tour. Since space on rafts is limited, please book in advance. There is a minimum of 4 people per raft required. BK’s Bioluminescence tours in rafts tend to sell out, book early!
What is included
- Paddle raft
- PFD
- Guides
What you should bring
- Insect repellent
- Towel
- Flashlight
- Water bottle
Departure schedule
Nightly in summer with multiple start times.
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.
What will the bio look like on your tour?
The photos used for bioluminescence must be taken in absolutely perfect condition. Remember, bioluminescence is light created by living creatures. Like anything in nature, it can be hard to capture. Photos of bioluminescence are taken in perfect conditions at the height of the season. Your tour may feature comb jellies, or plankton that are not as concentrated as the would be in mid- July to mid-September. For more about seeing bioluminescence, read about it here.
What makes this bioluminescence tour so special?
Many kayaking companies in the area get as many people out on the water as possible. They use two person sit on top kayaks, with group size of about 60 people. At BK Adventure Eco Tours, we like keep our groups smaller to give you a more intimate feel with the nature around us. We think this creates a better outdoor experience. Join us for an exploration of the bioluminescent Indian River Lagoon in one of Florida’s most eco-diverse rivers. On very dark nights, the water glows with each stroke of your kayak paddle.
BK Adventure has many guides who are trained biologist who specialize in Florida ecology. They love to answer your questions about marine life, birds and nature. In summer, our tour at Kelly Park (Merritt Island, Florida) is the closest and most convenient kayak launch for Bio Bay tour near Orlando and Cape Canaveral. It is just 5 minutes from Port Canaveral Cruises and 45 minutes from Disney and Universal area.
Meeting Point
This Rafting Tour meets at Kiwanis Island Park – 951 Kiwanis Island Park Rd, Merritt Island, FL 32952
Finding the launch site:
Enter Kiwanis Island park and drive almost all the way to the back. Our launch points are across the street from the tennis courts in the grassy area. It is dark, so look for our staff to greet you. They will be wearing bright orange shirts.
How Bright Will the Bioluminescence Be?
Check the Tour Conditions – Here is our Bioluminescence Glow Update:
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