Best 30 things to do in Melbourne, FL

Paddle mangrove tunnels at sunset on a guided Cocoa Beach kayak tour

Paddle through Cocoa Beach mangrove tunnels and look for manatees and dolphins

Paddle clear-bottom kayaks on the Indian River Lagoon in 1.5 hours

Paddle a clear-bottom kayak at sunset on the Indian River Lagoon

Paddle a top wildlife refuge and look for manatees, dolphins, and more with your choice of kayak or paddleboard

Paddle the Thousand Islands at night to spot seasonal bioluminescence

Paddle Cocoa Beach at sunset and look for seasonal bioluminescence

Paddle at dusk to spot playful dolphins and glowing comb jellies on Cocoa Beach waters

Learn to surf in Miami with a private 1.5-hour lesson

Learn stand up paddleboarding with on-water instruction and extra board time

Waterfront kayak and paddle board rentals at Veterans Memorial Park

Paddle after dark for bioluminescence on the Banana River Lagoon

Launch from a waterfront park and paddle the Banana River Aquatic Preserve

Get one-on-one stand up paddle coaching with Pro Girard Middleton

Paddle the Banana River Lagoon with gear, photos, and a beginner lesson included

Learn to surf with a 2-hour private lesson in the Cocoa Beach area

Paddle the Banana River Lagoon with a short lesson, gear, and photos included

Fish 10–40 miles offshore on a 29' Pro Sports catamaran, up to 6 guests

Spot alligators, manatees, and dolphins on a 2–2.5 hour pontoon ecology cruise along the scenic Sebastian River.

Paddle the Indian River Lagoon on your own schedule

Rent a paddleboard and explore the Indian River Lagoon at your own pace

Paddle a clear kayak at night and look for bioluminescent glow in the lagoon

Paddle Haulover Canal at sunset with a guided 90-minute kayak tour

Glide through calm lagoon waters on beginner-friendly SUPs.