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Bioluminescent Kayak & Paddleboard Tour: Glowing Water!
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Overview
Bioluminescent Clear Bottom Kayak or Paddleboard Sit-On-Top Kayak Hybrid Tour! Explore the Indian River Lagoon (Merritt Island, Florida) and witness an amazing underwater light show at night. This adventure tour is perfect for anyone who wants to see glowing water and marine life.
Get ready to see Bioluminescent Dinoflagellates (Glowing water!) during plankton bio season (June – October)! It's the best time for the Summer Bioluminescent Tour! Or, see Bioluminescent Comb Jellies (Glowing Jelly Fish!) during Comb Jelly season (October - March)! It's the Winter Bioluminescent Tour! (Bioluminescence may shift every season due to being a living organism.)
During this tour, people can use a clear bottom kayak or paddleboard to see the bioluminescence. The experience includes a kayak or paddleboard, paddle, life jacket (for weights 30 lbs and up), and dry bag. Bottled water is not included. 
Highlights
See Glowing Water: Kayak or paddleboard at night and watch the water glow with bioluminescence.
Clear Bottom Kayaks: Look through the clear bottom to see the underwater light show.
Two Bioluminescence Seasons: Choose between plankton (summer) or comb jelly (winter) seasons for different glowing sights.
All Gear Provided: Kayak/Paddleboard, paddle, life jacket, and dry bag included.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally have a wonderful time seeing the bioluminescence. The guides are great and the equipment is good. The brightness of the glowing water can vary.
Customers loved seeing the bioluminescence and found it to be a magical experience.
Many reviewers enjoyed the clear kayaks and paddleboards, as it enhanced the viewing of the glowing water.
The guides are knowledgeable, friendly, and made the tour fun and informative.
The tour is well-organized and the equipment is in good condition.
Some customers mentioned that the bioluminescence was not as bright as they expected on certain nights.
A few reviewers felt the tour was crowded.
The Journey
Indian River Lagoon (Merritt Island, Florida)
Experience the magic of the Indian River Lagoon on Merritt Island with a bioluminescent kayaking tour. Glide through the tranquil waters in a clear-bottom kayak as the lagoon comes alive with glowing microorganisms beneath you. This unique ecosystem, a biodiversity hotspot, offers an enchanting nighttime spectacle. The Indian River Lagoon, part of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, is home to an amazing array of plant and animal life. Imagine paddling through the darkness, surrounded by the ethereal glow of nature's own light show – a truly unforgettable experience that connects you with the natural world in a profound way. This is a perfect adventure for those who love nature and unforgettable views. See dolphins, manatees and many other beautiful animals along the way!
Know Before You Go
This tour includes a kayak, paddle, life jacket (for weights 30 lbs and up), and a dry bag to keep belongings safe. Bottled water is not included. Please call after booking to reserve the desired gear. No shoes are allowed in Clear Bottom Kayaks due to the material.
Hot Tip
Bioluminescence brightness varies night to night. Call the company after booking to check conditions, reserve gear, and confirm the tour!
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