During the summer the waters of the Indian River Lagoon light up with microscopic critters. This lightshow is just beyond words, and you truly have to see it for yourself. The closest description I have ever come up with is like watching an underwater fireworks show.

This is a flat water paddle with a small current of ~3 knots (about walking speed). While the paddle is listed as a four-hour tour, we never hold a watch to our guests. If we see a manatee and want to watch it for half an hour, well, that’s what we do!

Ages:
This paddle is suitable for kids over the age of 8. Younger kids can be accommodated by riding in a tandem (two-person) boat with a parent.

Skill Level:
This paddle is suitable for all skill levels. 

Availability:
This tour normally runs twice a day from Jan through March when daylight saving time kicks in. From then until early November, we do three tours a day when we switch back to two until we close for the season in December. We operate Tuesday through Sunday from January to March’s DST changeover, then Monday through Sunday until we switch back in November. 


Our booking platform lists the times as 8:30 AM, 2:00 PM, and 6:00 PM. But we can accommodate any time as long as our other bookings do not conflict. So, if you want to sleep in a little and do a 10:00 AM tour, and we don’t have a conflicting tour, then we’ll go at 10! Just call us to discuss.


Maximum/Minimum Tour Size:
We like to keep our tours small. We average four people per group. That way, everyone has a much better experience. Singe kayakers are always welcome, and we go out even with just one person! 
All of that said, we can accommodate larger groups. You can book up to eight people online through our booking platform, but if you have a larger group, just call us and we’ll get you set up.


Included in Price:
This trip includes the use of a:
· sit-on kayaks and Hobie Paddle kayaks are available for an extra cost
· all needed equipment (i.e., paddle, personal floatation device (PFD),
· a certified Florida Advanced Master Naturalist guide, 
· Chem-lights as needed for night paddles.
· A dry bag to keep your keys, phone, etc. safe.


What to Bring:
While we always carry extra supplies with us, you may have a preferred brand, so we recommend:
· Sunscreen,
· Water (at least 1L/pp),
· Insect repellent,
· Hat with a wide brim,
· Sunglasses (the polarized ones are best for seeing into the water).
A special note about cameras. While you are welcome to bring a camera (or use your smartphone) we recommend you leave them behind. All too often we’ve seen people get so caught up in trying to grab a photograph they miss out on the experience. As a friend of ours once said “Sometimes, you just have to put the camera down and kiss the whale”. Ask us about the details! We will be happy to take a group photo (or two, or three) and send it to you if you ask us.