What happens if it's raining?

Our tours rarely cancel due to weather. If it is raining the day of the tour, chances are, with Florida weather, it will clear up by the time your tour starts. Sometimes we will hold the tour by 30 minutes for the weather to clear. In the case of lightning, high winds, or some other reason that we cannot paddle, we will re-schedule all guests to the very next tour available, or at a convenient time for you. Rainchecks are valid for 1 year.

What else is recommended?

We recommend you do the " Sunset Tour " if you have time. That way you get to see dolphins, and possibly manatees and all the amazing birds. Then, take a break, and go out for the Bioluminescent Kayak Tour later. It's just $20 more and it's an amazing tour! Click here to book that.

What is the weight limit?

For our single kayaks, the weight limit is 275 lbs. For the tandem kayaks it is 550 lbs. The night kayaking tours are done on tandem kayaks.

What if I am not a good kayaker?

Some people are naturally athletic, and they pick up any kind of activity easily. If that's you, pick either launch location. If you are a beginner, or not sure about kayaking abilities, or have small children, you may want to choose the Haulover Canal kayaking location. You may also want to ask about our new rafting options where you join others in the raft for an easy paddle in a big boat.

Will there be mosquitos?

Ram, the owner, likes to say, "You bring the spray, we'll bring the mosquitos!" We cannot guarantee there will be mosquitos, but there is a 99% change there will be. Some breezy nights have no mosquitoes. Some nights there are a lot. The other pest is No-See-Ums. The best way to keep them away is with Baby Oil. So, consider slathering on a layer of Baby Oil to any exposed skin. PLEASE BRING MOSQUITO SPRAY.

We can manage groups up to 50 people. We recommend you book weekend nights at least 45 days in advance for large groups. Weekdays is best, as those are easier to find spaces for. Please phone us for details, and we will be happy to get you and ALL your wonderful friends out for the tour! See more about Group Tours here.

Will the bioluminescence be bright?

We like to think so, but we cannot guarantee it. Here are the best conditions: hot weather, right after a rain storm, dark night. Sometimes the night is dark even when the moon is supposed to be bright. Sometimes a barely visible moon occurs on such a clear night, that even the slightest shine makes it seem bright. So, there are many factors that make the bioluminescence more/less visible. The BEST TIME for glowing algae (dinoflagellates) brightness is usually July to October. But we see it all year round, and in November, we see amazing flashing comb jellies! So, don't miss out because your vacation does not fall during the summer months.

How close is Bioluminescent Kayaking launch to Orlando or Miami?

This depends on your launch site: either Kelly Park is near Port Canaveral right off of Hwy. 528 (about 45 mins from Orlando), or in peak-season also, Haulover Canal in Titusville, Florida (1 hr; 15 mins from Orlando). Kelly Park near Cocoa Beach is the closer launch site to Miami.

Lots of people who love kayaking with their dog have asked about this tour. We do not recommend this one for dogs, as it is a night kayaking tour. Maybe chose the manatee tour or the monkey tour instead of bioluminescent kayaking if you want to have a great experience with your favorite pooch!

What about kayaking for small children?

Our recommended age for paddling is 5+ years old. Each tandem kayak, has a small middle seat, that a younger child could sit in. Price is per person regardless of age, or number in kayak. We recommend only for small children who are able to sit still for at least 90 minutes.

We use tandem kayaks for this tour.

Because of wildlife and environmental protection we have a limited number of kayaks we can launch at one time. So, we use 2 person tandem kayaks in order to get all of our guests out to see the bioluminescence on the dates they want. That does not mean you will be in a large group. Only 8 boats go out with 2 guide boats at one time.

We use fat tire bikes for this tour

Because of wildlife and environmental protection we have a limited number of bicycles we can use at one time. There will be 4-6 people on your tour, plus your guide. Fat tire bikes are made to ride in sand and over rough terrain. They are perfect for your wildlife beach adventure.

What about biking for small children?

This tour is better for older children. All of our bikes are 26 inches. We recommend children are 10+ and 55" tall to be able to ride the fat tire bikes.

How close is this tour to Orlando?

BK Adventure's office is about 50 miles from Orlando, and just 15 minutes away from Kennedy Space Center. Guest will meet at our Titusville office and then be driven to the Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge (about 10 miles away).

How soon should you book?

Because of the limited availability of our equipment, they tend to book up quickly. Please call us if there is a time/day you would like that is not available for online booking. We may be able to get you on.

We use single kayaks for this tour.

Please request a tandem kayak at time of booking if you would like one. This river is technical, and better in a smaller kayak.

What about small children?

This kayaking tour is not recommended for smaller children. 10+ is a good age for this tour.

What about dogs in single kayaks?

Lots of people who love kayaking with their dog have asked about this tour. We do not recommend this one for dogs.

What type of wildlife will you see?

Though we do not guarantee wildlife on any of our tours (Mother Nature makes no guarantees!), we usually see alligators, ospreys, herons, river otters and deer on this tour.

What about groups for single kayak tours?

We can manage groups up to 15 people for this tour. We recommend you book weekends at least 45 days in advance for large groups. Weekdays is best, as those are easier to find spaces for. Please phone us for details, and we will be happy to get you and ALL your wonderful friends out for the tour! See more about Group Tours here.

What if I am not a good kayaker?

Some people are naturally athletic, and they pick up any kind of activity easily. If that's you, pick either launch location. If you are a beginner, or not sure about kayaking abilities, let your guide know when at the beginning of the tour.

We use whitewater rafts for this tour.

Because of wildlife and environmental protection we have a limited number of boats we can launch at one time. There will be 6-10 people in your raft depending on the size of the boat.

What about small children for the family raft?

This tour is better for small children. We recommend only for small children who are able to sit still for at least 90 minutes. Please bring USCG issued life vest for toddlers to be sure it is a good fit. We do have child size life vests available for 3+.

How close is this Bioluminescent launch to Orlando or Miami?

This depends on your launch site: either Kelly Park is near Port Canaveral right off of Hwy. 528 (about 45 mins from Orlando), or in peak-season also, Haulover Canal in Titusville, Florida (1 hr; 15 mins from Orlando). Kelly Park near Cocoa Beach is the closer launch site to Miami.

What about groups for the family rafting?

We can manage groups up to 22 people for rafting. We have 3 rafts to accommodate this. We recommend you book weekend nights at least 45 days in advance for large groups. Weekdays is best, as those are easier to find spaces for. Please phone us for details, and we will be happy to get you and ALL your wonderful friends out for the tour! See more about Group Tours here.

What is the weight limit for the family raft?

The weight limit for 1 raft is about 2400lbs. We can accommodate people of varying sizes in our rafts. Be sure you can get in and out of the raft on your own.

How soon should you book?

Because of the limited availability of our rafts, they tend to book up quickly. Please call us if there is a time/day you would like that is not available for online booking. We may be able to get you on.

Florida Bioluminescence Kayaking Tour

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Bioluminescent Kayaking, Clear Kayaking, and Rafting Tours – near Orlando, Cocoa Beach, Cape Canaveral, Titusville.

Did you know Florida has a bioluminescent bay that has more glowing plankton than almost anywhere else? And due to its easy access, it is one of the best places in the world to do bioluminescent kayaking tours.

BK Adventure has a tour for everyone. Try the traditional tandem kayak, a family friendly raft (great for kids, seniors, or groups), and the amazing clear kayaks – 100% see-through!

How to see Bioluminescence

We take you on these magical night tours throughout the year. Florida Bioluminescence Tours have become a bucket-list trip for vacationers! Ready to tick this experience off your list? Get on tonight’s tour! Book online, and or call to book the same day 407-519-8711.

When to book

Bioluminescence looks different throughout the year. The photos you see of it must be taken at the height of the season, in perfect conditions (mid – late summer, new moon). It is harder to see when a full moon is shining on the water.

On your tour, the bioluminescence may range from sparks and greenish light in the water, to flashing comb jellies in winter. If you want to paddle in bioluminescence that looks like the photos, it is best to come in the height of the season.

BK Adventure does not guarantee any type of wildlife at any time as that would be impossible to do, but we do try to keep you updated in conditions. Please see our trip updates on Twitter.

There are 2 types of Bioluminescence Tours in Florida

Bioluminescent Plankton (Dinoflagellates)

This type of bioluminescence covers the water so it glows an other-worldly blue or green color when your paddle, hands or kayak disturb it. If you pick it up and play with it, it will create sparkles on your hands and arms. Your guide will show you how to kayak at night. It is important to go with a guide who knows the area, as the best times to go are on low moon shine nights.

Glowing Comb Jellies

These are NOT jellyfish as the name might suggest. They are jelly-like sea creatures that glow in the water. Some kayakers actually like this tour more than the popular dinoflagellate tours.

Here are the best times to do Bioluminescent Night Tours

Summer May – Nov

The water heats up and the bioluminescent plankton (dinoflagellates) start to glow. This is especially amazing in our Clear Kayaks!

Autumn/Winter Nov – Mar

This is Comb Jelly weather. In certain areas where we kayak, the water will cool down and bring out the glowing comb jellies!

One of the best times to see bioluminescence is during the 4 days preceding or after a new moon.

Remember – You don’t need to come on the exact day of the new moon, a few days before or after is also great. Can’t come on new moon week, check for moon rising times. If it rises late at night, it will not likely shine on the water during your tour. Even if it does, in summer, bioluminescence is super bright every night. And the Super Moons can be really beautiful!

Click here for 2023 new moon dates

Don’t Forget Your “Florida Bioluminescence” Souvenir Tshirt or Hat

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Bioluminescence Rafting Tour – Cocoa Beach

$60 Approx. 1.5 hour

Sunset-Bio in Clear Kayaks – Cocoa Beach

$99 Approx. 3 hours

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Bioluminescent Paddle Board Tour (SUP)

$65 Approx. 1.5 hour

Do You Want to Know More About Bioluminescence in Florida?

Check out these great facts about the Indian River Lagoon’s bioluminescence compiled by our own team marine biologist Nephtali Palma. Read More Here.

Bioluminescence Tours Update

New for Summer 2021 – We have new tours for Clear Kayaks at Kiwanis Park near Cocoa Beach! This is the only Clear Kayaking Bioluminescence Tour in the area. Check it out here: Clear Kayak Bioluminescence Cocoa Beach

Latest conditions on tours

Check Our Twitter Updates to see how the wildlife has been lately on BK Adventure Tours.

What Makes BK Adventure’s Florida Tours So Special

BK Adventure is dedicated to helping Florida locals and our state’s guest see the best of Florida Wildlife. We offer more tours to see bioluminescence than any other company. But that’s not all… we also do daily tours to dolphins and manatees, we offer several biking tours near Orlando and Titusville, and seasonal we do tours in the amazing Florida springs!

Our guides go through rigorous training to first learn guiding and rescue safety, and then to learn about the wonders of Florida wildlife.

Things To Do Other Than Theme Parks

We believe that there are better things to do Florida than theme parks… especially in nature! Our motto and branded hashtag is #GetOutsideFL.

Seeing bioluminescent plants and sea life in nature is much more amazing than seeing them at a theme park attraction – don’t you agree! How about seeing a dolphin glide through glowing water and light itself all up like a mystical creature in the lagoon? Yep – way more breathtaking than a staged aquarium show! We see all this on our tours, and you can too.

We look forward to all of your questions about Florida wildlife and outdoor adventure. Ask our guides or staff about things you can do in Florida nature near you!

Dolphin & Manatee Kayaking Tour

This is one of the most amazing eco-tour experiences you can have - anywhere! And we have it right here in the Orlando area for our guests. The manatees love to laze the day away in the coves and lagoons of this brackish estuary.

$52 Approx. 1.5 hour

Bioluminescent Paddle Board Tour (SUP)

See Florida Bioluminescence on this unique nighttime paddleboard adventure!
Launch out into the neon blue bio-luminescent waters with your guide and paddle with a great view of the sea-life darting through the glow! Join us on this epic adventure into the Indian River.

$65 Approx. 1.5 hour

Pedal and Paddle Tour

Get ready for kayaking and mountain biking in one of the areas most beautiful forests. This is "real Florida," and something you will definitely want to experience while staying in our great state.

$150 Approx. 6 hours