things to do in Melbourne, FL

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

Paddle, float, or tube the Rio Bueno River, then look for hummingbirds

Choose three South Coast stops, from waterfalls to a river safari

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

Paddle the Thousand Islands at night to spot seasonal bioluminescence

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

See seasonal glowing waters on a relaxed evening boat cruise

See bioluminescent waters and wildlife from a private evening 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

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

Make more time for fishing without committing to a full-day trip

Target deep-water bottom fish with electric reels

Explore farther offshore with more time to search for fish

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

Paddle Florida's Indian River Lagoon and look for dolphins, manatees, and coastal wildlife

Paddle Merritt Island’s glowing lagoon with a local guide

Pilot a CraigCat through glowing lagoon waters

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

Paddle quiet channels framed by mangroves at sunset

Explore winding lagoon channels as day turns to night

Share a festive family moment and take home your cookie creations