Top Cape Canaveral Outdoor Activities

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Explore the Indian River near Cocoa Beach on this guided, 2-hour kayaking tour. Choose from a selection of afternoon departures, then paddle through the warm waters and see local wildlife like Florida’s favorite manatees. These gentle giants are abundant here, friendly and curious with their surroundings – and any visitors. See how they spend their day, sunning themselves along the local coves and lagoons or gliding through the waterways. Kayaking gear and light refreshments are included on this small-group tour.

Spend a morning or afternoon kayaking the mangrove forests and tidal flats around Cape Canaveral. Departing from within walking distance of the cruise port, the tour is suitable for both experienced kayakers and first-timers—experienced guides are available the entire trip. Follow the calm, protected waters around the shoreline, keeping your eyes peeled for manatees, dolphins, otters, and many species of birds along the way.

Get to see Port Canaveral and Cocoa Beach more easily than by foot or rental car on this private e-bike tour. Glide around beauty spots such as Manatee Sanctuary Park and Jetty Park: choosing to let your bike do the work or using your own pedal power. Hear background on the sights you’d otherwise miss, and choose to tailor your itinerary and visit a local pub or micro-brewery en route.

Learn how to surf in Cocoa Beach with a private lesson. A private instructor means you'll get a tailored session on the waves of the Atlantic Ocean with a provided rental surfboard.

Learn to surf at Cocoa Beach with a group surfing lesson that’s a great way to catch your first wave or brush up on more advanced skills. Since the surfing lesson is on the beach and in the ocean, you’ll get straight to the water using a provided surfboard that’s selected for you.

Visit Cocoa Beach Aerial Adventures, an aerial adventure park with dozens of fun and challenging obstacles. After a short “ground school” lesson to learn proper form and technique, it’s off to the ropes course, which includes suspension bridges, wide balance beams, tunnels, zip lines, balancing logs, monkey bars, and more. Make your way through all three levels of the course, with obstacles increasing in difficulty along the way.

Discover the natural phenomenon of bioluminescence in the waters of Indian River Lagoon on this nighttime kayak tour near Cocoa Beach. As you paddle across the inshore waters in the dark, watch the glow of tiny organisms that emit light, creating a mystical environment on the lagoon.

Discover Cape Canaveral by bike with a full-day rental. Choose from a beach cruiser or road bike. You can add on a trailer or child seat, if needed.  Pick the bike up in person or have it delivered to your location. Avoid heavy traffic and visit Cocoa Beach Pier, Manatee Sanctuary Park, and more with ease. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy outdoor time on your own, with friends, or the whole family.

Get a kayak delivered to you, and embark on a self-guided tour of Cape Canaveral, and Cocoa Beach. Discuss suggested routes with the staff when your kayak is delivered, and learn the basics of paddling. When ready, launch yourself into the calm water. Paddle at your own pace, and see if you can spot manatees or dolphins in the area.

The inshore waters of the Banana River Lagoon are calm and quiet, making it a perfect place to gaze at Florida’s serene landscape and spot diverse wildlife. If you’ve never been on a paddleboard before, you have nothing to worry about. This SUP paddleboard tour includes an instructor-led lesson, and with all equipment included, all you’ll need to bring is a swimsuit and a dry bag for your phone or camera.

Ready to hang ten in Cape Canaveral? Then say cowabunga to this group surf lesson along Florida’s Space Coast. You’ll meet your group and surf instructors on the shore where you’ll learn Surfing 101 while on dry land. Slip into your provided surf jersey then take to the waves, putting your new tips and tricks to the test.

Add “learning how to surf” to your checklist during your visit to the Kennedy Space Center. With 70+ miles (112+ kilometers) of beaches and reliable swells, Cape Canaveral is a fantastic place to learn the art of surfing. During this private lesson, your coach will get you in the water safely—and likely get you surfing on your own by the end of your time together.

Enjoy the most fun you can have on a paddle board, rent our giant 15' inflatable SUP and let us deliver and pick it up! If you can't stand up on this board, then you can't stand up! This is simply the most fun you can have on the water, paddle it on the calm inshore bayside, or catch waves in the surf!

If you’ve always wanted to hang ten on the waves of the Atlantic, then this semi-private surf lesson in Cape Canaveral is for you. Join a small group of other aspiring waveriders on the shoreline for a short lesson in the art of surfing. You’ll begin your lesson not in the water, but on the sand, as you learn how to stand correctly on the board and other helpful tips. Then, it’s into the water for a fun surf session.

Embark on the ultimate deep-sea fishing adventure just off Orlando's east coast with this private experience. Navigate the Atlantic Ocean's pristine waters, targeting sailfish, tuna, wahoo, grouper, snapper, and more. Escape the beaches, reel in impressive catches, and enjoy the thrill of deep-sea fishing with your family alongside local experts.