- Orlando, Florida
- 1 hr 45 min
- Airboats & Wildlife
- Free cancellation
About this experience
With A Paddle in Paradise, you’ll enjoy one of the most authentic and intimate bioluminescent kayak and paddle board tours in Florida. Unlike large outfitters that pack 25+ people into one group, we keep tours small—around 12 guests, with a 15-person max—offering a peaceful, personalized experience and better views of the glowing water. We are close to Cocoa Beach and Orlando.
Each tour is locally guided by Nate, Jess or Jeff, giving you a laid-back, guest-first vibe where you're treated like a friend, not a number. Paddle under the stars through the Indian River Lagoon, one of the only places in the world where bioluminescent dinoflagellates and comb jellies light up the water.
Our take
A small-group bioluminescent paddle near Cocoa Beach, where the water glows as you move through it on summer nights. Groups are kept small for a calmer experience.
Best for
- Couples
- Adventurous families
- Bucket-list travelers
Skip it if
You are visiting outside the bioluminescence season; ask the operator about current conditions.
Tips before you book
- Darker nights with little moonlight make the glow easier to see.
- Bring bug spray.
- The launch is closer to Cocoa Beach than Orlando, so plan the drive.
How it compares
| Experience | Rating | From | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida Bioluminescent Kayak & Paddle Board Adventure (this tour) | 4.8 (216) | $65 | 1 hr 45 min |
| Winter Park Chain of Lakes Day Time Clear Kayak Paddle | 5.0 (249) | $69 | 2 hours |
| Clear Kayak Sunset Tour through The Winter Park Chain of Lakes | 5.0 (202) | $80 | 2 hours |
| Silver Springs Kayak Tour - Best price, Best Gear, Free Photos | 5.0 (186) | $39.50 | 2 hr 15 min |
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