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Thank you for your interest in this trip. Please fill out an Inquiry Form, or call us at (321)268-2655 to discuss availability. We would like to accommodate your party if possible.
Space Shuttle Launch Kayak Tour 2 hours Central Florida Educational
There are few things more exciting than watching a launch of one of our Space shuttles. We have one of the best seats available with no traffic and a completely unobstructed view. You can see the shuttle launch pad from our kayak site straight across Mosquito Lagoon. On most launches the shuttle travels North so it comes toward us and the roar of the engines across the open water is quite the heart pounding event.

We launch from the NW corner of Haulover Canal and paddle through the canal into scenic Mosquito Lagoon to watch the launch. This is a short (2 mile round trip) paddle. We cannot guarantee a launch, unfortunately, that's up to NASA, but we can guarantee a beautiful paddle and one of the best seats available without the crowds and traffic jam and a less cost than many parking spaces. Even if the shuttle scrubs you have had a wonderful outing on the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge and won't wait hours in traffic, but will enjoy a peaceful paddle back to your car. Who knows. You might even get a visit from from one of the refuge's local residents! Below is a YouTube link to a recent launch...

Recent Launch

 

 

 Itinerary
For Your Day Trip with A Day Away
  • The departure time listed on your confirmation is the time you need to meet us at the designated launch site. Feel free to arrive 15 minutes prior to that published time to sign in and gear up. Please do not arrive more than 30 minutes early so our team can prepare for your arrival without congestion in the kayak launch area. Thanks
  • Arrival, complete waivers and gear up
  • Safety talk; PFD check; Brief paddling instruction
  • Launch kayaks; paddle to manatee hangout spots for brief visit
  • Paddle to SE corner of Haulover; arrive 30-45 minutes before launch time
  • Watch spectacular Launch of Space Shuttle
  • Paddle back to launch site
  • Arrive; Turn in gear; Farewell
 Important Travel Information
Destination Location

Beach access road SR 402/406 will be closed for the launch. To arrive at the launch site you must travel north on US #1  17.5 miles from the intersection of US#1 and SR #402/406 (Garden Street) in Titusville to just south of Oak Hill and turn right onto Kennedy Parkway (SR#3); look for the big brown sign to Merritt Island Refuge. Then travel 8.7 miles to the drawbridge at Haulover Canal. Turn right just before the drawbridge and follow the road to the left down the canal to the end.

You may also download Shuttle Launch directions from our website @ www.adayawaykayaktours.com under the download area.



Is This Trip For You?

 Recommended Gear List
Conditions can be extreme here in Florida. It is important to prepare well to gain the best enjoyment from your trip. Your guides are very familiar with your paddling environment and conditions. Feel free to ask any questions you would like in order to understand all you need to be confident about your trip. Please understand, we will not paddle in unsafe conditions including high winds and thunderstorms.
  • Clothes you don’t mind getting a little wet.
  • Swim suit/board shorts, shirt; Cool weather… cover-ups (avoid cotton)
  • Water Shoes or sandals that can be worn in the water
  • Bring an extra change of clothes just in case…
  • Hat & sunglasses are great  and SUNSCREEN – very important
  • Camera & Dry bag (optional)
  • Bottled water, Snacks
  • Towel (left in car)
  • Any special personal paddling gear if you like
  • Bug Repellent
  • Lock valuables in your trunk (never had a problem but is more safe)

What to expect…

  • A drive that is 20 minutes east of Titusville out on the Refuge
  • No restroom facilities at the launch site (visitor center is the closest)
  • Just under two hours on the water for a leisurely paddle
  • Expect to get a little wet – depends on you (or possibly your friends)
  • To see lots of wildlife and stretch those muscles a little
  • To learn some basics about paddling and more about local wildlife
  • To actually wear your life vest & whistle
  • Great guides who enjoy their work and keep you safe
  • Lots of outdoor fun  and a desire to come back real soon.
 Meet Time Location
Haulover North Entrance
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge
East of Titusville FL 32780
 Additional Details
We Accept:
Category: Cultural and Educational
Kayaking (River-Lake)
Destination: Central Florida
Theme: Educational
Family
Fun-Entertainment
Skill Level: Beginner
Adventure Matrix:
Comfort level
Difficulty

 Cancellation Information

A Day Away Inc. reserves the right to deny service to any patron deemed to be an impaired paddler for whatever reason. Your safety and the safety of the group are our highest priority.

Please understand that when a reservation is made with A Day Away, that it is a commitment for us to hold seats for you. We can (and often do) turn away others from that particular date (or tour).  With this in mind we must hold to the following policies:

Included in your reservation is a deposit - For parties of 4 or less this is $3/person and for parties of 5 of more it is 5% of the trip total.  THIS DEPOSIT IS NON-REFUNDABLE


In the event that you must cancel your reservation, you will be charged as follows:

1. Reservations cancelled 48 hours or more before a scheduled trip will receive a full refund less the deposit, no questions asked.

2. Reservations cancelled within 48 hours of tour departure will be charged full tour price.

3. Groups arriving at time of event with less than the number of participants originally booked will be charged for each no-show at full price.

4. Same day cancellations or "no shows" are charged 100% of total tour price. 

5. Tours will wait for parties “running late” for 15 minutes beyond the published tour time. After that, the tour will launch as scheduled and no refund will be issued.

6. Cancellations will NOT be accepted via email. Please confirm your change in plans by phone. Email is unreliable


 

Please Know: This is Florida, rain at your location DOES NOT mean rain at our launch site.

Please Know: We will not paddle in unsafe conditions.

Please Know: A Day Away makes the final decision on whether a trip cancels due to weather.

Please Know: A majority of our kayak tours require a minimum or 4 patrons for the tour to take place. The minimum number can be made up of your party alone or it can be multiple parties. If by chance your tour does not make the minimum number by the day of the tour or the day before (for the next morning or Sunday tours) you will be notified by the office and you will be given the options to upgrade to a private tour, reschedule for an existing tour, or cancel with full-refund.


We attempt in all cases to determine prior to your tour launch if weather will impede your trip. However, there are rare occasions where we have launched and weather patterns change suddenly at which time we must return to shore. In this case the following policies apply and each patron is responsible to contact the office to make arrangements.

A Tour is considered COMPLETED if more than 45 minutes or half of the tour time was spent on the water before having to return back to shore due to weather.

If your tour has spent less than 45 minutes or half of the tour time on the water then patrons can:

  • Reschedule with a future trip
  • Receive a Gift Certificate for the full amount applicable to future trips
  • Receive a 50% refund

Where tour is cancelled by A Day Away, Inc before we have launched the kayaks patrons can:

  • Reschedule the same tour on a future date (at no cost)
  • Receive Gift Certificate for the full amount applicable to future tours
  • Cancel completely. Each patron is responsible to contact the office to make arrangements.  When we cancel for weather we DO NOT KEEP the deposit.

A Day Away Inc. is not responsible for any reservation you fail to keep due to weather conditions, road hazards, vehicle breakdowns, personal agenda, or other unforeseen conditions that may hinder your participation in the tour as scheduled. We reserve the right to cancel or modify any trip due to circumstances beyond our control: water fluctuations, weather conditions, insufficient reservations or acts of God. In such cases, we cannot be responsible for paying any expenses you may have incurred other than to refund monies due to you for tour price.

There are no exceptions to these cancellation policies. (321) 268-2655 


 Reservation Information
All transactions will be conducted in US Dollars and full payment will be taken at time off booking.  100% of trip total will be collected at time of booking. Tour guide gratuity is not included booking pricing.


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