Things to do in Merritt Island

Paddle mangrove tunnels at sunset on a guided 2-hour tour for all ages

Explore Cocoa Beach mangrove tunnels and watch for manatees, dolphins, and birds on a guided 2-hour kayak tour.

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

Master the waves with personalized 1.5-hour coaching and all equipment included

Master SUP basics with expert instructors and enjoy extra board time on calm Cocoa Beach waters

Paddle calm, wildlife-rich waters just steps from free parking and launch

See glowing waters after dark with comb jellies and summer dinoflagellates on a guided small-group paddle

Launch from a calm waterfront in Merritt Island with quality boards and an easy start for first-time paddlers.

Chase kingfish, snapper, mahi, and more 10–40 miles offshore with gear and licenses included

Paddle clear kayaks through glowing waters at night and witness nature's captivating light show.

Spot dolphins and other wildlife while relaxing aboard a stable catamaran.

Sail a comfortable catamaran off Cocoa Beach and watch for playful dolphins on a private two-hour charter.

Unwind as the sun sets over the Indian River and look for dolphins on a relaxing 2-hour catamaran cruise

Target kingfish, mahi, tuna, and more on a 5-hour trip up to 20 miles offshore—great for kids and groups up to 6

Captain's favorite family-friendly reef and wreck charter for up to 6 anglers

Target near-coastal sharks off Cocoa Beach with a private charter for up to 6 anglers

Chase kingfish, cobia, and barracuda offshore on a fast boat with shade

Stay in calm Port Canaveral waters with light tackle and fast action on a family-friendly 4-hour trip

Chase Mahi, Tuna, and Sailfish on a 10-hour Gulf Stream troll for up to 6

Glide through calm lagoon waters on beginner-friendly SUPs.

Captain a spacious pontoon to spot wildlife and relax on sandbars in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon

Pilot a compact 2-person catamaran and explore local waterways with easy handling

Paddle calm canals and creeks with beginner-friendly gear included

Paddle clear kayaks at sunset to witness seasonal bioluminescence and wildlife in calm Merritt Island waters

Paddle waterways on a 90-minute morning tour with chances to see manatees and dolphins

Choose flexible half-day to overnight rentals and paddle local waterways at your own pace.

Paddle calm Florida waters to witness glowing dinoflagellates or comb jellies with experienced guides

Paddle clear kayaks through glowing waters with certified guides for vivid bioluminescence viewing

See manatees, sunset birdlife, and seasonal bioluminescence on a relaxed 3-hour paddle in Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge.

Paddle clear-bottom kayaks to spot manatees and dolphins in the Indian River Lagoon

Paddle clear-bottom craft at sunset to look for marine life on the Indian River.

Guided 1.5-hour night paddle with LED-lit clear kayaks or paddleboards to see seasonal bioluminescence

Paddle wildlife-rich refuge waters at dusk and watch the canal glow after dark.

See glowing waters on a guided clear-kayak paddle in Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge