Top Daytona Beach Outdoor Activities

Sink into Central Florida’s serene side on this relaxing nature tour of Blue Springs. This manatee refuge is a fantastic place for you to view the region’s longtime locals like the bald eagle, sandhill cranes, and a bale of turtles. Paddle board or kayak your way through these emerald springs with a local guide drifting beside you, ready to point out the unique wildlife wading just beyond your paddle.

The manatee- and dolphin-rich waters off the coast of Daytona Beach beckon visitors out of their beach chairs. This half-day exploration seeks out these animals from the comfort of a stand-up paddleboard. Guides lead you under seven bridges, around an island, and through several scenic canals in search of wildlife. Tours are slow-paced and geared toward all ages and skill levels and take place in a calm bay.

Take the plunge and soar through the treetops on a zipline adventure in Daytona Beach. Head to Tuscawilla Park and gear up for an aerial adventure that involves several obstacles and ziplines. This adventure is suitable for groups of friends, families, and couples who want a good way to spend time together in Daytona.

Watch manatees in their natural habitat on a kayak tour in Blue Springs State Park, the winter home to one of Florida’s largest manatee populations. From a safe distance, observe the gentle creatures from your kayak as your guide shares informative commentary about the region's animal and plant life. This tour proceeds at a leisurely pace and is suitable for all levels of experience.

Join us as we navigate through the waterways and experience the sights and sounds of nature, and an up-close encounter with some magnificent creatures. It’s a 2hour experience we call an “Unforgettable Kayaking Adventure”.

Dine on an unlimited buffet dinner and watch an exciting show with dance, music, and even a fire knife performance at the Polynesian Fire Luau at Daytona Beach. This show is a great way for the whole family to enjoy an evening together or an excellent start to a night out on the town.

Enjoy a relaxing sail down Daytona’s Halifax River during this small-group excursion. Climb aboard a comfortable catamaran, equipped with plenty of seating and sunbathing areas, and enjoy a sail along the calm waters of the river. Look out for wildlife and jump in the water to cool down before heading back to the dock.

Make sure to bring your phone to take pictures. We provide a dry bag for those small items that you want to keep dry. This adventure shows Florida at her finest. You will leave with memories for a lifetime and unforgettable pictures. If you are thinking of things to do in the Orlando areas, this is a local favorite tour and is an amazing outdoor adventure all year round! Some guests will want to swim for a short time, some a long time, some not at all. So, while we can take a quick dip in the refreshing spring on the tour, we highly recommend going into the State Park to enjoy more swimming time at the designated swimming area at the conclusion of your tour. PLEASE NOTE: There is car entry fee to get into the State Park. This is a very popular destination and the park often does reach capacity. If the swimming portion of this adventure is extremely important to you, we recommend booking the 11:00am tour.

Come join us as we paddle down the beautiful waterways of New Smyrna and get an up close and personal experience with the amazing nature, beauty and wildlife that Florida has to offer including, Dolphins, Manatees, Sea Turtles, live Conch, Pelicans, Mangroves and much more. We will make a stop on the beautiful islands and as we go over the interesting History of the town. Come find out first hand why the Travel Channel rated us as one of the Top Tour Operators in the entire USA!

Combine sightseeing from the water with drinking your favorite beverages on this paddle pub adventure tour. The concept consists of a pontoon boat with pedal stations that power the boat. No need to worry about expensive bar tabs; the boat doesn’t serve alcohol, and instead allows you to bring your own. Once you set off, the route showcases Daytona Beach, Port Orange Causeway Park, and plenty of Inter-coastal highlights.

Spruce Creek estuary is a vast area to explore particularly when you take into account the smaller channels that only kayaks can squeeze through. We are located in an area where you have several choices to explore. You can kayak the open, shallow waters of Rose Bay. Maybe you want to do a little more slow exploring and head south to the backwaters of Spruce Creek. Or you want a little more adventure and head east to the tidal creeks and channels that lead to the inlet. Whichever you choose is going to give you a taste of wild Florida.

The calm waters of Blue Springs State Park are home to hundreds of manatees and this small-group kayaking tour feels like your own invitation into their world. Paddle your way through the waters fed by a crystal clear natural spring and learn all about the area from your tour guide. In the winter, you’ll find manatees while summer tours head to the spring for a refreshing swim. Lunch and kayaks are included.

The narrow waterways of Spruce Creek are ideal to explore by kayak or stand up paddleboards. Enjoy the freedom of exploring on your own with this rental and paddle through the calm estuaries near Daytona. Several wildlife species like manatees, sea turtles, and even dolphins make their way through these waterways, so you have a high chance of seeing them in their natural habitat.

Spruce Creek estuary is a vast area to explore particularly when you take into account the smaller channels that only kayaks can squeeze through. We are located in an area where you have several choices to explore. You can kayak the open, shallow waters of Rose Bay. Maybe you want to do a little more slow exploring and head south to the backwaters of Spruce Creek. Or you want a little more adventure and head east to the tidal creeks and channels that lead to the inlet. Whichever you choose is going to give you a taste of wild Florida.

Come learn to surf at the Worlds Most Famous Beach in Daytona Beach Florida! I have been in Daytona teaching surfing with Triple X Surf and Skate for the past 15 years. I have developed a very successful method of teaching surfing to beginners. The success rate stands at nearly 100% of students who get that awesome feeling of riding a wave for the first time. That's right we will teach you to ride a wave your very first day! We will take you step by step through ocean safety, paddling technique, body position, and the skills necessary to ride your very first wave!

Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led scavenger hunt company. Walk to all the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and solving challenges. Work with your team or compete against them, as you learn new facts and create memorable experiences. Let’s Roam Scavenger Hunts are great as an everyday activity, or for bachelorette parties, birthday parties, corporate team building events and more! Each player chooses an interactive role, with challenges varying by person.

Manatees! No prior experience needed! You too can Paddle with Sea Monsters! These up to 12 foot long one ton air breathing mammals are the gentlest of the giants of the underwater world! Join us for a passive observation paddle that often results in OMG moments of delight and amazement! Chilly Florida nights in the 40's and 50's brings the manatees to the springs seeking the year round 72 degree spring water. Being that they are a protected/endangered species we'll take a few minutes before the tour to make sure everyone knows the rules and laws surrounding manatees. You'll enjoy paddling on a board, standing or sitting, within a manatee wildlife refuge. Passively observing these giants and other eco wonders during a 2-hour tour with a guide. This unique Florida experience is sure to be the highlight of your vacation and will you make smile every time you recall these magical moments. All equipment is provided. 13 and under are free to ride on their parents board.

Just like humans, manatees love to spend the winter in Florida. On this guided tour, you have the chance to kayak through waters where manatees are known to congregate in the winter, near Blue Springs State Park. You’ll also get up close to a lot of other Florida wildlife, like bald eagles and osprey, river otters, turtles, maybe even a ‘gator or two.

Spend a half-day just off the shores of New Smyrna Beach with this chartered fishing trip. A professional captain will guide your boat to backwater fishing holes where you’ll have the opportunity to fish for black drum, seatrout, redfin, and other native species. All fishing equipment, licenses, and bottled water are included for the trip – all you need to do is lather on the sunscreen and get ready to reel in your catch.

Experience the magic of flounder gigging and bowfishing under the night sky with this private charter experience, led by a professional captain. You'll head out after dark, when the waters are generally calm, and all equipment will be provided. While you're out on the waters, you may also see sea turtles and even dolphins.

We can bring the boat to any location within Central Florida! The boat comes gassed up and ready to go all you need to bring are sunglasses and sunscreen!

3+ hour eco-tour to experience Florida Wildlife in its natural habitat.   Our trip will begin with a short paddle to the actual spring to see/learn about Florida's acquifer and how more than 1 million gallons of fresh water come from below each day. We will then take a short adventure over to Snakes Creek, an area known for the gathering wildlife and pure natural beauty. Large wading birds, Osprey, Bald Eagles, River Otters, Gators, Turtles and more are just a few of the treasures we may see along the way. It's nature, every tour is a new and fresh experience!

Operation City Quest of Daytona Beach is a great way to see the city! Use an app to submit photos of items you find around the city and challenges you complete for points. The items and challenges can be completed in any order you prefer! See your score on the app leaderboard to see how you compare. The scavenger hunt includes a remote host to help via chat along the way. Come discover Daytona Beach.

Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city! Get ready to local authors, experience the favorite hangouts only known by locals, discover unusual oddities, and so much more!