Water Activities in Melbourne, FL

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

Waterfront kayak and paddle board rentals at Veterans Memorial Park

Paddle at a relaxed pace and look for Florida wildlife

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

Paddle after dark for bioluminescence on the Banana River Lagoon

Kayak through Cocoa Beach mangrove tunnels on a 2-hour guided paddle

See seasonal glowing waters on a relaxed evening boat cruise

Paddle at night and watch bioluminescence glow with each stroke

Try shark fishing close to the beach, a beginner-friendly alternative to a full offshore charter

Paddle a clear kayak at night and spot glowing comb jellies with LED lighting

Paddle Merritt Island’s glowing lagoon with a local guide

Head offshore for red snapper with a captain who knows Florida's fisheries

Paddle quiet channels framed by mangroves at sunset

Paddle the Indian River Lagoon in search of dolphins and manatees

Paddle the Indian River Lagoon at your own pace in a stable single kayak

Discover the river’s quieter side at dawn

Watch summer waters illuminate after dark

Cruise the Indian River Lagoon as dolphins and birds return near sunset

See bioluminescent waters and wildlife from a private evening cruise

Aim for fast-paced offshore fishing without a full day at sea