Is kayaking experience required for the tour?

No prior kayaking experience is needed—the guides provide instruction and use stable tandem kayaks ideal for beginners.

What causes the bioluminescence on this tour?

Movement in the water activates dinoflagellates in summer and comb jellies in winter, generating glowing light waves.

Are the tours suitable for children?

Yes, children as young as 5 can participate with adult supervision on tandem kayaks.

What should I bring on the tour?

Water shoes, bug spray, quick-dry clothes, and a towel are recommended. Cameras suitable for low light are optional.

Can I rent a kayak if I don’t have one?

Yes, A Day Away Kayak Tours provides tandem kayaks primarily, with singles available occasionally.

What if weather conditions are unfavorable?

Tours can be rescheduled or refunded due to unsafe weather like storms or high winds.

Bioluminescent Kayak Tours with A Day Away Kayak Tours

Paddling through the quiet waters of Florida’s Indian River and Mosquito Lagoon at night reveals a subtle, otherworldly glow that electrifies the dark — a natural light show created by bioluminescent organisms. A Day Away Kayak Tours in Titusville offers a unique opportunity to experience this phenomenon firsthand with their Kelly Park Bioluminescence Tour.

Located on the Atlantic coast of Central Florida, Titusville sits near the Indian River Lagoon, North America’s most biodiverse estuary. This lagoon system supports an extraordinary ecosystem, including delicate mangrove networks, shimmering waters, and an abundance of aquatic life. The Kelly Park Bioluminescence Tour takes advantage of exclusive launch sites, placing paddlers in the heart of these protected waters to witness glowing dinoflagellates in summer and luminescent comb jellies in winter.

This 90-minute guided kayak experience spotlights two winter and summer bioluminescence peaks. From May through early November, dinoflagellates create a cloudy, neon-blue-green radiance whenever the water moves. Under winter skies, comb jellies — transparent, globe-like creatures that emit delicate patterns of light — hover gently around you. Every stroke of your paddle releases radiant trails, while nocturnal fish and manatees add bursts of illumination beneath the surface.

What sets A Day Away Kayak Tours apart is their 14-year leadership in bioluminescence tours across North America, expert guides deeply familiar with local ecology, and stable, high-quality tandem kayaks designed for both novices and seasoned paddlers. Their commitment to sustainability and safety enhances the journey, as does their intuitive booking system and welcoming staff.

Whether you’re a local or visiting the Space Coast area, this tour offers a rare glimpse into a glowing aquatic world. It’s a hands-on adventure that connects you with one of Florida’s most remarkable natural phenomena, right where land meets water under the stars.