Best 62 things to do in Vero Beach, FL

Paddle Vero Beach waters with a guide and look for local wildlife

Paddle a private clear kayak through mangroves and the Indian River Lagoon

Paddle clear kayaks through red mangroves and watch for coastal wildlife

Explore a protected bird rookery by pontoon at the nation’s first wildlife refuge

Watch the sunset from a pontoon with day-of campus admission

Paddle the Indian River Lagoon and explore mangrove-lined waters at your own pace

Paddle open water and mangrove trails with an optional Pine Island hike

Discover Sebastian Inlet’s bird and marine habitats by pontoon

Ride by golf cart for island flavors, cocktails, and local stories

Paddle a clear tandem kayak through Fort Pierce mangroves and lagoon waters

Rent a kayak or SUP and paddle Fort Pierce Inlet State Park for up to 4 hours

Rent a kayak or SUP for 6–8 hours at Fort Pierce Inlet State Park

Paddle a private clear-kayak tour through Fort Pierce mangroves

Rent a kayak or paddleboard and explore Fort Pierce Inlet State Park waterways

Launch your own canoe, kayak, or SUP at Fort Pierce Inlet State Park

Fish with seasoned mates who rig, bait, ice, and fillet your catch

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

Paddle mangroves, coves, and shoreline waters at your own pace

Explore mangroves and shoreline at your own pace

Cruise the Indian River Lagoon for a chance to spot dolphins and manatees

Share a scenic paddle through mangroves and coastal waterways

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

Explore Lake Garcia wetlands with a private captain-led airboat ride

Glide across Lake Garcia with guides and a small group airboat ride