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Guest moves handsfree on guided sunrise & morning pedal kayak tours through Canaveral National Seashore. This was from the Apollo Beach Visitor center and is a way to kayak New Smyrna Beach.
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Pedal Kayaking: A Family-Fun Activity in New Smyrna Beach

Get ready to explore the shoreline of beautiful New Smyrna Beach with pedal kayaks! This is a fun, family-friendly activity that everyone can enjoy. Not only do pedal kayaks allow you to take in the sights of the beach, but they also give you an easy way to move around and explore without having to use your hands. Plus, Hobie pedal kayaks are incredibly comfortable and offer plenty of storage space for all your gear. So what are you waiting for? Let’s get started!

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January 24, 2023 No Comments
Red-shouldered hawk, holding a Florida lubber. These raptors catch different types prey including insects, small mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and sometimes other birds.
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Raptors

Raptors, also known as birds of prey, are a group of carnivorous birds that includes eagles, hawks, harriers, falcons, kites, vultures, osprey, and owls. These birds include some of the most impressive animals in Canaveral National Seashore and Florida. They include the bald eagle, the United States National Bird, and several endangered species.

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January 13, 2023 No Comments
Great blue heron perched in tree on Florida birding and kayak tour. Viking EcoTours typically sees these shorebirds along the shoreline near maritime hammocks and mangrove islands during kayaking tours.
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Shorebirds

What are Shorebirds? Shorebirds in Florida There are many species of shorebirds that can be found in Florida, including herons, plovers, and egrets. Some of the more common species found in Florida include the great blue heron, willet, American white ibis, snowy egret, and least sandpiper. Shorebirds are typically found along shorelines and wetlands, where

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January 8, 2023 No Comments
Amazing sunsets during guided kayak tour along Canaveral National Seashore. These guided kayak tours travel through Canaveral National Seashore and launch from Edgewater or New Smyrna Beach.
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New Smyrna Beach Kayaking

Viking EcoTours uses pedal kayaks so exploring Canaveral National Seashore is accessible, easy, and fun for everyone. These guided kayak tours in Canaveral National Seashore launch from the Apollo Beach Visitor Center in New Smyrna Beach.

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January 5, 2023 No Comments
Viking EcoTours group in Canaveral National Seashore on the afternoon and sunset guided kayak tour. These guided kayak tours run through a National Park nearby Orlando, New Smyrna Beach, and Daytona Beach.
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Best Sunsets of 2022

Our favorite sunsets Why we love sunsets at Canaveral National Seashore Visitors can adventure through the day at the Seashore’s dreamy sprawling beaches, world class fishing, and historical sites. The spectacular sunsets come with a gentle ocean breeze and give travelers the chance to take spectacular “golden hour” photos that perfectly show the warm golden sunshine, ocean

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January 3, 2023 No Comments
Three Dolphins at sunset near mangroves (DSC_8383)
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Bottlenose Dolphins

The common bottlenose dolphin in Canaveral National Seashore is an amazing sight for everyone on the water. Wild dolphins can be seen year round in the park.

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September 2, 2022 No Comments
comb jelly - bioluminescence
Bioluminescence

Comb Jellies

What Are Comb Jellies? These simple bioluminescent animals are 95% water and can be found anywhere from the deep ocean to shallow coastal areas like the Indian River Lagoon. Comb jellies can swim but are considered zooplankton because the forces from currents and tides are normally too strong from them to swim against. Although they don’t

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August 25, 2022 No Comments
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