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Guided Two Hour Boat Tour of the Indian River Lagoon
Cocoa Beach, USA
- 2 hours
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
The Indian River Lagoon offers a plethora of plant and animal species with more than 4,300 species living in the biodiverse estuaries, but if you don’t know the ecology of the area, you could miss a lot with a solo visit. Instead, go with a guide who knows where the animals like to gather during this Indian River Lagoon Boat Tour from Merritt Island. Spend your time boating through both the Banana River and the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge.
- Boat through the Banana River and the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge
- A guide knows the best spots to see wildlife and teaches you about the animals
- Perfect for travelers short on time who still want to see Florida’s wildlife
- Choose from morning or afternoon tour times for this boating experience
What's Included
- USCG approved life jackets
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 2550 N Banana River Dr, Merritt Island, FL 32952, USA
Tours depart from Kelly Park. This is a county park with free public parking and public restrooms. Please be sure and park in the parking lot DIRECTLY across the street from the BP Gas Station. Feel free to relax on a picnic table under the pavilion and your captain will meet you there.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Cocoa Beach (Pass By)
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
133 reviews
Martha_M, Apr 2024
An amazing experience! Communication about when and where to meet for the tour was clear and timely. Accessing the pontoon boat was also easy and would be great for those with mobility issues. Our guide, Captain Jack, was incredibly knowledgeable and pointed out all manner of wildlife while explaining the ecosystem of the area. We enjoyed it so much, we would go again!
Lynn_R, Mar 2024
Saw lots of dolphins and manatees, some alligators and many different kinds of birds. Captain was very knowledgeable about the area. Had a great time!
Mary_s, Mar 2024
Knowledgeable guide. Boat was in terrible condition. Not a seam was sewn. I wouldn’t step in it again.
SamanthaH, Jan 2024
We had a wonderful time!! such a unique experience with a fun, knowledgable guide. I'd definitely recommend this tour to anyone who is interested in learning about local flora and fauna! We saw lots of dolphins, birds of prey, a few manatees (though we smelled more than we saw..) and learned so many interesting facts about the region, while seeing some pretty incredible sights!
Carl_j, Nov 2023
Great pontoon ride. Driver was very informative. Very relaxing . Driver stopped to see dolphins and manatees.
Rebecca_H, Nov 2023
We saw so many wonderful things in the trip! Manatees and dolphins and birds of all kinds… CPT CJ was hysterical and very knowledgeable about everything in the area! Seeing the space launching sites was really incredible! Thank you CJ.
Shauna_W, Jun 2023
The guide was knowledgeable and helpful. We were worried about my 3-year-old being on the water that long but had no issues. she had a ball! We saw tons of dolphins!
Response from Host, Sep 2023
Shauna, We are so glad you were able to enjoy the natural wonders of our estuary. It's always a treat when the wildlife cooperates and gives a show. We hope you come back to see us! Capt CJ
Nicolr_S, May 2023
Jane was a superb guide and we think it was an awesome tour. Jane explained a lot and went to quite a few places to see a variety of animals. We saw dolphins and manatees and lots of birds. Alligators were hiding though. Strongly recommend to go on a tour with banana river boat tours (our boat was made for 6 passengers). Thanks again.
Response from Host, Jun 2023
Thanks so much for your review. The dolphin show was awesome! Safe travels and hope to see y’all again soon!
Capt Jayne
Mary_V, Feb 2023
It was a great ride. We saw many dolphins and an a baby alligator. Not a lot of wildlife but it was a great 2 hours. Our captain was very knowledgable and friendly. Would do it again.
Response from Host, Mar 2023
Thanks for the great review! Safe travels and see you next trip.
Capt CJ
Virginia_H, Feb 2023
We saw many dolphins and two alligators Berry gave great information about the area and sea life. The weather was great and the 4 of us enjoyed this tour.
Response from Host, Feb 2023
Thank you for the review. We’re glad you enjoyed your tour with us. Safe travels and see you next trip!
Capt CJ
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