I cannot recommend Captain Michael enough for his phenomenal service and expertise on our clear-bottom bioluminescent kayaking tour. His deep knowledge of the biodiversity of the area made the experience incredibly educational and awe-inspiring. From the moment we set out, it was clear we were in the hands of a true professional who knows the waters well. What made the tour truly magical was the breathtaking sight of the bioluminescent organisms lighting up beneath us. It felt like we were paddling through a living galaxy. Captain Michael’s detailed explanations about the ecosystems and wildlife added so much to the experience. Ask him about the black leaf mangrove! 😉 It was not only refreshing for the soul but also a rare opportunity to be immersed in the beauty of nature. After touring Orlando’s “usual” sites at a pretty intense pace, this experience felt like a recharge for us. The peace and tranquility of being part of nature was exactly what we needed. When we return to Orlando, we will be doing things differently—exploring opportunities and tours that highlight Florida’s natural settings, not its concrete ones. Captain Michael’s tour helped us reflect on what we really want to connect with: our amazing planet. I highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to reconnect with nature and experience something truly unforgettable! Details that were in our favour that may be hard to ensure: we were a few days shy of a new moon, the winds were so calm, the mosquitoes were nonexistent but we are from Canada where our national bird is not only the Canada Goose but also the mosquito - so maybe we aren’t as bothered by them as others. With that said - we were doused in Backwoods Deet - so that helped. We also, by a stroke of luck, were the only group with Captain Michael so that made it really lovely. I would have him consider private tours for a fee - it would be totally worth it. Our photos came out beautifully - in bursts and spurts. It was incredibly tempting to try to ‘get the perfect photo’ so I had to remind myself to put down the camera and just be present - that’s where being mindful of your surroundings makes the extraordinary happen. Truly one of the most magical experiences with my family and we are fortunate to have travelled extensively. Thank you Captain Michael - we do hope to see you again. Aloha!

Noah and Heather were fantastic guides! We saw manatees, birds, dolphins, and many jumping fish. It was a slightly windy day but Noah did a wonderful job navigating us. We enjoyed our time and would recommend!

Our family of 4 girls had an amazing experience on our kayak tour! Our guide, Suzi, was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing fascinating insights about the local wildlife, ecosystems, and history throughout the trip. We appreciated how she took the time to explain everything clearly, without ever making any of us feel rushed or pressured as the kids especially enjoyed playing with the Comb Jellies. She ensured everyone felt comfortable in asking questions, and her calm demeanor made the entire experience so enjoyable. I highly recommend this if you’re considering it. It was a fun adventure!

James our guide was excellent. The experience was even better than I expected. Going through the mangrove tunnels was the best. I wouldn’t hesitate to do it again!

Loved the sunset mangrove kayaking tour with Noah. Was a lovely personal experience as only the two of us with Noah. He was very informative and we learned lots of new things about the mangrove trees themselves as well as the wildlife that live in and around them. Was lucky to see amongst other things... dolphin, osprey immediately above us on a tree, a mangrove heron (green?) and mangrove crabs which Noah managed to hold one to show us the detail. The peace and tranquility in the heart of the mangrove trail was just lovely. The trip ended with a lovely sunset and Noah fishing out some comb jellies to show us their beautiful colours through the light. We even got to hold them in our hands which isn't something I'd have normally done but with Noah's assurance it was safe to do so we went for it. Thanks for the very enjoyable trip Noah

Our trip was beautiful - perfect weather, perfect guide, perfect kayaks! Our guide was Noah and he was excellent - easy to talk to, knowledgeable about the area and gave us peace and quiet to be in the moment as well. He took photos of our trip so we didn't need to have our phones out and he stayed beyond our 2 hours to show us the comb jellies when we got back to shore. The mangroves were very interesting and we got to go through so many tunnels (so cool) and meet the local wildlife. Thankyou.

We took A sunset tour through the mangrove tunnels with Dave. Even though we were the only three on that tour he made a point to make sure we had the best experience possible. Very entertaining as well as informative 5* def recommend!

Friendly office staff for scheduling then Rescheduling because of Helene was easy. We had a great evening with Noah as our guide. Noah was thorough with instructions and knowledgeable about the bay, marine life, and the area. We collected an entire jar of marine life and got some laughs at the mullet fish jumping away from Noah’s light. Our six year old and teenagers said the kayaking tour was one of their favorite vacation memories. Thank you!

Noah was great! He was really laid back, patient, and knew alot of information , of course! It was a great tour definitely worth it! Thanks again

I went with my fiance and we got a double kayak. The tour was pretty relaxed and beginner friendly with lots of good information and experience from the guide. Small group and easy pacing. Saw dolphins, fish, an osprey, and even an alligator!

This was an amazing adventure! When we booked the tour, we knew it was going to be great, and we were blown away. First, our tour guides were superb. Susie and Jeff took us through the open waters and into the mangrove tunnels at sunset and under the stars, explaining what was happening around us and helping us find the many exciting discoveries. It would be hard to overstate just how great they were. The exploration of the Thousand Island estuary was thrilling and interesting. It is a very diverse environment, and we saw many different creatures in their own environment and during their prime time. The sunset was beautiful, and the stars were spectacular! I recommend this tour, and if possible request Susie and Jeff. They made the trip for us!

We enjoyed our time kayaking with Chris, our tour guide. He was knowledgeable about the surrounding area and he was able to find dolphins for us to view. My daughter (34) and I (75) were the only two on this trip and it was great. We are beginners so Chris was really patient with us and we had a lot of laughs. He took us through mangrove canopies, which was an experience and the trip was slow and relaxing. Being the three of us, we could take our time. Going in Sept was really great as it is a slow time but still warm enough to enjoy kayaking.

Our tour guide was awesome, I forgot his name but he was kind and super knowledgeable! I took my 5 year old son and it was the perfect environment for him. The kayaks were in great condition and loan you a dry bag in case you don’t bring your own. The tour through the mangrove tunnels in was incredible! We got caught in massive rain on our way back but it made the experience that much more exciting, would definitely recommend and do this again.

It was super fun great experience Noah our tour guide was hilarious and made the overall experience extremely memorable will definitely go back again

We enjoyed a wonderful tour with Noah! We got to see a bunch of manatees, a couple of dolphins, and a lot of other wildlife. Noah was very knowledgeable about all the flora and fauna in the area. We highly recommend Cocoa kayaking if you want an experience you won’t forget!