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February, 7 2010 Kayak adventure in Cocoa Beach. Kayaking the Thousand Islands with Manatee, Dolphin, and many species of birds while in the heart of the tropical Mangroves. World class nature tour. Approx, 2 hrs $30.00 Per Person Reservations are required. 321-698-7233 Fin Expeditions content is of high quality, very popular and we fill fast so reservations are a must . Minutes from Cocoa Beach hotels and cruise lines. Fully guided and family friendly.
Manatee Viewing Probability is Low. November 15 thru March 15 During March they start filtering back. By the end of March they are back in abundance.
Manatees are still around until 1st week of December then absent for the winter.
Why choose Fin Expeditions ? Things to do in Cocoa Beach, Rated #1. Thank you ! Check out some of our reviews in Our Number # 1 rating is because of our "Best practices" and our "Attention to detail" We provide the following Both Single and Two person kayaks Kayaks have a 240 lb per person limit Paddles Life Vest Bottled Water Water tight Camera Bags /Stuff bags
Cocoa Beach Kayaking Conditions 1000 Islands Cocoa Beach, Florida Water clarity is good. Water temp 62 Degrees Water level is @ 1.5' above sea level Very good water depth for exploring.
Mangrove Tunnels Enjoy a relaxing kayak expedition through Cocoa Beach's Thousand Islands. No experience required.
Green Heron The moment we set out there are opportunities to experience the wild life in the lagoon. Your expedition is in one of the few key Manatee habitats in North America. Manatee, Dolphins, Osprey, Egret, Herons and Raptors are just a sample of what you will encounter.
River Otters Photo Credit Sean O'Hare
Egrets For a quick view of the islands,
For more detailed information and species lists GOTO> Web site about the ecology and history of the thousand islands in cocoa beach, florida.
We are a "Do Not Disturb" Eco tour. Our absolute goal is to view without disrupting or changing any of these and other behaviors. Our encounters are world class and we use viewing techniques that do not disturb the wild life during our expeditions. We follow the Guide lines of the National Marine Fisheries Service And adhere to the marine mammal Protection act of 1972
Let's talk about our young Explorers. ("E" is for explorer, see below)
They are so important. Just as, or actually more important than the wildlife we see. It really is about the children. Leaving a positive impression relating to environment is so important for their memories. Imagine the impression your child will have when a 2000 lb manatee approaches them to within 6 " . I get a lot of very fair questions regarding if our tours are appropriate for the very young. The little one must be 6 years old. We must have 1 person that can paddle for any youngster that cannot paddle for themselves. I can paddle a small one. Fin Expeditions has taken many youngsters on explorations into the lagoon habitat.
Quality trumps Quantity We avoid the mass tour mentality where 30+ persons are placed into the environment.
See the small arrow pointing to a line of kayaks, and an additional 15+persons standing and loading, adding to the folks already in the water. Fin expeditions limits our group sizes insuring our expeditions are of very high quality.
Just imagine what happens to a herd of manatees when a large group paddles into their habitat.
You will find that large groups require the guide to speak very loudly to communicate. It is amazing how far the guides voice carry's across the water. The birds will fly away. Fin expeditions takes you to places where there are no unnatural noises. Just the sound of nature. We are a Quiet expedition. I provide one on one discussions regarding the things we see.
Fin Expeditions believes by fully equipping, we will provide a upscale experience. We use high end equipment and launder all life jackets and wash all kayaks after each use. Others do not. Life jackets can get very swampy and kayaks very dirty if never cleaned. Look for clean equipment in any quality outfitter.
Birds, Bird Viewing Probability High We are a Winter nesting Ground
Anhinga drying. Amazing plants and wild animals. Shy sometimes, inquisitive sometimes. Many different behaviors are seen. Are they Sleeping ? Feeding ? Playing ? Traveling ? Are the babies nursing ? Mating ? Sheltering ? Standing on their head and basically doing something we can't understand ? Have you ever wondered what a manatee is thinking ? Check this out... GOTO> The Brain of the Florida Manatee These guys are quite the enigma. Are very, very, mobile. They travel and have specific areas they hunt . These guys cover a lot of ground during their day. When we set out on expeditions we wait for them to come to us. We do not pursue. Thus we do not do a Dolphin specific "tour". It is amazing watching a 300lb+ wild dolphin feeding in 18" of water. Watching a adolescent calf practicing bubble screening is so cool to see. Dolphin Viewing Probability Medium
This Guy was trying to dislodge a Remora (Shark Sucker).
Fin Expeditions goal is to stay completely silent and transparent to the animals, Fin Expeditions is designed to minimize municipal accessibility and environmental impacts by allowing only small groups into the system. Fin Expeditions is dedicated to preserving the Thousand Island group.
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