Learn About Fin Expeditions
Your Guides in Cocoa Beach Kayaking Adventures Since 2005
Since 2005, Fin Expeditions has been guiding visitors and locals through the Indian River Lagoon(opens in a new tab), one of North America’s most biologically diverse estuaries. As a locally owned, family-run business, we combine expert knowledge, attentive small-group tours, and a deep passion for the region’s ecosystems to deliver unforgettable experiences on the water.
Paddle alongside dolphins, manatees, and coastal birds, or witness the rare glow of bioluminescence beneath your kayak. Our experienced local guides bring the lagoon to life, sharing insights about its wildlife, history, and fragile habitats, all while keeping encounters low-impact and personal.
Thousands of guests have rated our tours five stars, praising our dedication to both exceptional guiding and environmental stewardship. We proudly support the Thousand Islands Conservation Area and host regular lagoon cleanups, ensuring these waterways remain vibrant and accessible for future generations.
Whether you seek a peaceful paddle through a secluded lagoon, a magical bioluminescent adventure(opens in a new tab), or close encounters with dolphins and manatees at sunset, Fin Expeditions promises a kayaking experience that stays with you long after you dock. Every stroke brings you closer to the heart of Cocoa Beach’s natural beauty, so come and join us to discover why our tours stand out as some of the best in Florida.
Meet the Team
Get To Know The Local Experts Who Make Our Tours So Special
Our wonderful guides combine deep knowledge of the Thousand Islands with a genuine passion for sharing this place with others. They’re simply everything you need: trained professionals, friendly paddling companions, and the people who help ensure your experience on the water is safe, engaging, and enjoyable from start to finish.
Jordyn
Jordyn grew up exploring Florida and beyond on countless road trips, but the Space Coast has always been home. She’s snorkeled with manatees, driven cross-country to California and back, and even gone skydiving. Now in college, she’s working toward her AA and an Industrial Engineering degree.
Holly
Holly is an Ohio native who followed her love for the ocean all the way down to Florida! As an environmentalist and artist, she encourages all of her guests to notice the small, beautiful details that make life meaningful. Her motto is that time on the water isn’t just recreational—it’s a chance to reconnect, learn and care for the environment.
Ian
Ian grew up kayaking and fishing on the lakes and rivers of Wisconsin before chasing his dream of living by the beach. Now a Space Coast local, he spends his days surfing, guiding, and soaking up Florida’s year-round kayaking weather.
Fun fact: Ian is both a stingray and shark attack survivor.
Dylan
Dylan grew up between the lakes of Illinois and Wisconsin and the coasts of Florida before pursuing his passion for all things water and getting a degree in marine biology from Eckerd College. He returned to Cocoa Beach, eventually getting his masters at Florida Institute of Technology where he now works doing marine biology research and his PhD. Sharing his love for the lagoon and Florida’s environment is his favorite activity.
Kristen
Kristin grew up in Michigan before joining the Navy and moving to California, where she discovered her love of travel. She enjoys hiking, exploring waterfalls and caverns, road trips, and cruises, as well as discovering Florida’s springs — with many more adventures still on her list. Now living on the Space Coast, she’s combined her love of the outdoors with year-round work on the water.
Blake
Blake grew up fishing the waterways around Cocoa Beach and later competed on the B.A.S.S. and F.L.W. college tours while studying at Stetson University. After earning his degree and U.S. Coast Guard Captain’s license, he set out to fulfill his lifelong dream of becoming a professional Fishing Guide.
Where We Operate Our Tours
The Indian River Lagoon is part of Cocoa Beach’s unique estuary system, a blend of salt and freshwater that supports more than 4,000 plant and animal species. Stretching along Florida’s Atlantic coast, it’s one of the most biologically diverse estuaries in North America.
Mangrove forests line its edges, filtering the water, preventing erosion, and providing vital shelter for fish, birds, manatees, and dolphins. Every paddle through the lagoon offers a glimpse into a living network of ecosystems that work in balance.
When you paddle with Fin Expeditions, you’re joining a passionate community that values and protects the lagoon, keeping its story alive for future generations.
