Dolphin & Manatee Paddle Tour with Three Brothers Boards

Merritt Island•easy

Difficulty

easy

Duration

2 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for beginners and those with basic paddle fitness; moderate balance and core strength helpful.

Overview

Paddle alongside dolphins and manatees on a 2-hour wildlife paddle tour through Merritt Island’s serene waterways. Three Brothers Boards offers an intimate, up-close Florida nature experience just minutes from Cocoa Beach.

Merritt Island, Florida

Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour of Merritt Island

All Ages • 2 Hours

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Date

Fri, Oct 24

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Adventure Photos

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About This Adventure

Embark on a thrilling 2-hour Dolphin and Manatee Adventure in Cocoa Beach, where you'll paddle through stunning waterways and encounter Florida's unique wildlife, including dolphins, manatees, and sea turtles. Enjoy fascinating local history and picturesque islands, making this an unforgettable experience in one of the few places to see West Indian Manatees.

Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour

Duration

2 hours

About

Come join us as we paddle down the beautiful waterways of Cocoa Beach and get an up close and personal experience with the amazing nature, beauty and wildlife that Florida has to offer including, Dolphins, Manatees, Sea Turtles, live Conch, Pelicans, Mangroves, pink spoonbills( Florida Flamingos) and much more. We will make a stop on the beautiful islands and as we go over the interesting History of the town. In fact, there are only a few places in the world to see the West Indian Manatee and Cocoa Beach is one of them! We are conveniently located 45 minutes from Orlando Theme Parks and just minutes from almost anywhere in Cocoa. With over 13 years of experience our tours fill up fast so book your tour today.

What to Expect

The Dolphin and Manatee Adventure tour is 2 hours long but if you are trying to make plans afterwards please allow for 3 hours as sometimes the manatees can slow us down.

Adventure Tips

Wear reef-safe sunscreen

Protect your skin and local wildlife by choosing eco-friendly sunscreen before your paddle trip.

Arrive early for paddle orientation

Plan to arrive 15 minutes ahead to get comfortable with your board and safety briefing.

Bring a waterproof camera or case

Capture wildlife moments without risking gear damage on the water.

Watch for tides and water currents

Tidal changes affect wildlife visibility and water conditions, so check timing before you go.

Local Insights

Wildlife

West Indian manatee
Bottlenose dolphin

History

Merritt Island’s waterways have supported native peoples and settlers for centuries, including habitation by the Timucua tribe and later maritime industries.

Conservation

Three Brothers Boards follows strict environmental guidelines to minimize impact on fragile ecosystems and supports ongoing manatee habitat protection efforts.