Top Jacksonville Outdoor Activities

Plan an outdoor adventure in the waterways of Amelia Island with this small-group boat tour. Meet your guide at a departure point and set out in CraigCat boats, which are like go-carts on water, to explore Fernandina Beach and beyond. Keep an eye out for wildlife such as dolphins, manatees, and shore birds. See local landmarks like Fort Clinch State Park during the tour.

Two wheels and a thirst for adventure are all you’ll need when you rent a Pedego Electric Bike for a ride around Amelia Island. Join this tour starting at Big Talbot Island State Park and cruise your way through seven miles of natural bliss. The trail is full of stunning scenery and you might see a few of the local wildlife along the ride. A helmet is included with every bike rental as well.

Feel the sensation of skydiving without jumping from a plane with this indoor experience in Jacksonville. Meet your instructor, don the necessary gear, and complete a specialized training session. Then enter a flight chamber and along with your instructor, get airborne on top of a wind tunnel with speeds reaching up to 175 miles per hour. Float on top of the wind tunnel twice during one session.

This is a one-of-a-kind experience riding an electric skateboard on Amelia Island. Not only do you get a chance to visit our beautiful beaches, but you get to do it all while riding the island in style. We occasionally stop mid ride to find shark teeth near the jetties. We'll finish your experience cruising on the beach while everyone watches. Included in your tour at no additional cost will be 4K pictures and videos taken via Gopro by your tour guide. This allows you to fully enjoy the experience while we capture the moments for you.

Northeastern Florida is home to multiple state parks full of unique beaches. Discover Big Talbot Island State Park and Amelia Island State Park at your own pace when you rent a Pedego Electric Bike. You’ll explore Amelia Island on this eco-friendly ride, complete with smart helmets that let you communicate with riders in your group. The easy-to-follow trail is explained at the rental shop so you can choose which portions of the route to follow.

Explore Lofton Creek at your leisure with this half-day kayak rental in Amelia Island. Get all the equipment you need for an independent adventure and set out paddling at your own pace in peaceful Lofton Creek. Keep an eye out for wildlife including a wide variety of shore birds. This excursion is a good fit for beginners, as Lofton Creek is known for being sheltered from the wind.

Amelia Island has serene beaches, but there’s also a backwater tributary that offers a glimpse into Old Florida splendor. Download the Adventure App right to your phone and enjoy a self-guided kayak tour through this wetland waterway while a UF naturalist details the history of the area through a provided speaker. Minimal water movement makes this a relaxed, low-impact experience for all skill levels. Keep your eyes peeled for the locals, too; mainly, gators, waterfowl, fish, and turtles.

Tour Jacksonville’s arts and architecture scene thoroughly on this electric bike tour, which lets you cover a ton more ground than if you were on foot, and offers more flexibility than in a car. Plus your guide tells you the best route, starting near Memorial Park, making your way along the St. Johns River and through the Avondale Historic District. Besides art and architecture, keep your eyes peeled for river dolphins, too.

Go kayaking to experience Old Florida during this family-friendly tour. Meet your naturalist guide at the launch point and set out on a paddling excursion into the shady creek. Keep an eye out for wildlife including a variety of bird species. Get off-the-beaten-path with this kayaking adventure in the Amelia Island area.

Discover the waterways of Amelia Island with this guided kayaking tour. Meet your certified Master Naturalist guide for a kayaking trek through the wetlands. Set out on a peaceful paddle to see fish, birds, alligators, and more all while learning about the local ecosystem. No prior experience is required and complimentary photos are taken by guides during the tour.

Lofton Creek is a perfect place to kayak—the water is calm and the area is home to an abundance of wildlife and flora. Avoid the stress of navigating or finding a place to hire equipment, and instead, go on this hassle-free guided tour. Kayaking equipment is included and a guide takes you on a memorable route with commentary about the interesting sights you pass.

Explore Amelia Island from the water with this guided private boat tour. Make your way to Fernandina Beach to board the boat helmed by a local USCG certified captain. Keep an eye out for wildlife like dolphins and wild horses as you cruise around Amelia Island, Cumberland Island, and Fort Clinch State Park, and learn about the area’s history and wildlife from your guide.

Gather your friends, sharpen your mind, and get ready to escape a fun, themed room in downtown Jacksonville. Head to St. Johns Town Center and choose from one of five unique escape rooms. You’ll have a guide to help you escape from the evil warden in Prison Break or get your report card checked off in Playground. Solve the puzzles and gather clues to escape before the time runs out.

Explore the backroads of Ponte Vedra Beach in Florida with this private e-bike tour. Meet your guide for a half-day cycle in the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Reserve and keep an eye out for wildlife including dolphins, a rich variety of bird species, and even alligators. Go off-the-beaten-path with this cycling tour that includes the assistance of battery power in the e-bikes.

Jacksonville is your playground during this Let’s Roam “From The Ashes” scavenger hunt. The country’s number-one app-led scavenger hunt company challenges you and your team to find national treasures hidden throughout the city. Explore J-ville on foot playing with or against your groupmates. Answer trivia questions and complete zany challenges to earn points and win the game. Morocco Temple, City Hall, and St. James Cathedral are just a few of the sites you’ll visit.

Experience the thrill of landing the bullseye! In your group's private lounge area, guests are trained to success throw an axe to the wooden targets in the fenced in throwing pit. When not throwing, enjoy a comfortable rustic environment to eat, drink and connect with friends. In addition to axe throwing, guests can utilize the giant games (Stumpuck, giant timbers, Connect 4, and more!) and board games.

Combine a scavenger hunt with a bar crawl to explore Jacksonville in a unique and interactive way. Download the app to your phone, grab your team, and head out to the watering holes of Jacksonville. Earn points by completing different photo and video challenges, and compete against other teams to see who will be the Bar Hunt champion.

Looking for the best E-Bike rental experience for the beach, thrilling trails or comfortable commutes? Your quest ends here. We are not just about E-Bike rentals; we're a community for the eco-conscious explorer in you. There is no better way to experience Historic St Augustine, St Augustine Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach, Vilano Beach, Anastasia Island, Crescent Beach, Butler Beach, Palm Coast or Flagler Beach than cruising on an E-Bike. Intimately explore the area at your own pace and see things you would never see from your car. Enjoy a beach sunrise, backstreets filled with beautiful homes and hit our nature trails to check out the amazing wildlife and have some great photo opportunities. So many places to ride and so much to do! This is a must on your vacation checklist! Join the countless adventurers who have experienced the thrill of gliding effortlessly along our coastal paradise and unlock the true potential of your vacation. Park the car and be a kid again~ Book Today!

Electric bike your way around Jacksonville's historic district along the St Johns River. Use our new app for navigation and narration, its like a podcast on wheels. This self-guided experience allows you to explore at your own pace while using one of our electric Art Bikes--all created by local artists. This is the most architecturally diverse neighborhood in the state of Florida! The app contains several routes to guide you with turn-by-turn navigation and audio that triggers when you arrive at a destination. Routes include: Architectural Gems, Riverwalk, Parks & Murals and Local Bookstores. Download the FREE Art Bikes Jax App from the app stores and choose a route. Art Bikes Jax is located inside Tucker Cycles in the Shoppes of Avondale.

Go on a hunt for survival items through the streets of downtown Jacksonville in this exciting scavenger hunt. A zombie apocalypse has hit J-ville and you’ll need to use your wit to make it to the end of the game. Answer trivia questions and perform challenges to find items and earn points. You’ll play right from your phone, using the app to guide you to each item and take fun photos.

Get outside and discover a whole new side to Jacksonville with this immersive scavenger hunt. Unlike traditional sightseeing tours, the route won’t just center around tourist hotspots, and instead, you’ll learn about the secret places that locals love. To help you get started, a remote live host communicates with you, then you can drive around the city to solve clues and discover hidden gems.

Wacky Walks scavenger hunt of Jacksonville, takes you on an adventurous walk around the city. To play Wacky Walks, you'll use an app to collect points by finding items around the city using an app on your phone. You can also perform challenges to gain points. Check out the rankings in the app when you're done to see your score compared to other teams across the nation. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Jacksonville.

Get ready to solve some riddles, complete challenges, and have a blast while learning all about Jacksonville on this private scavenger hunt for just your friends/family. Explore the city by finding objects on the hunt. Score points and get higher and higher on the leaderboard, if you’re feeling competitive. Know there’s a remote host to contact, if you need hints or have questions along the way.