The boat ride with the conservationist. The made sure you understood the diversity and what is…read morebeing done to preserve

Had a good time on our recent boat ride. Saw lots of dolphins and all types of birds…read more The tour guide did an awesome job describing the history of New Smyrna Beach. We also had the opportunity to taste some honey made by the local bees!!!

A hole in the bait shop located just up the street from the George R boat ramp. They have live and…read morefrozen bait. The live shrimp were sold out by the time we got there around 8:45 but they have croakers. They have some tackle and lures. No food, beverages, sunscreen or anything of that nature. Limited selection. They don't have a ton of stuff so if you're looking for something specific, might not be

Everything went well. Highly recommend for the whole family! Great experience. We saw dolphins, a…read moremanatee, an eagle and tons of bird life. Beautiful scenery, friendly knowledgeable captain and crew. We had a wonderful time.

From start to finish, this river tour exceeded all expectations! The boat was clean, comfortable,…read moreand offered incredible panoramic views. Jesse was knowledgeable and engaging, sharing fascinating stories and fun facts about the are. I highly recommend this tour.

Finally a place that does not push for money, they push to make sure every customer is satisfied…read morefrom the point of sale, to the yearly services to follow! This place is the place to buy and service your boat!

Review Gerry's Marine…read more Had my boat in for some repairs which they accomplish. Can't say enough about Don and the gang as far as being helpful and communicative. Had a small problem while water testing my boat. Don met me over at the city municipal ramp and fixed my problem. The employees at Gerry's Marina go above and beyond and we appreciate it. Thank you.

We are so impressed with Isiah and his jet ski business. We had nothing but excellent service and…read morea fantastic time. Prices are very good. We loved it so much that we want to squeeze in one more day before we leave!! Thanks Isiah!!

Indian Mound Fish Camp, is a wonderful place to be. This is your camp ground if you love friendly…read moreand helpful staff, they have everything you need at there camp and bait store. i cant wait to get back there for my next stay that is already booked for January.

We found this RV Park/Fish Camp quite by accident. What a wonderful surprise, peaceful, serene…read more Well kept and clean. Office staff are helpful, live bait if fishing is your thing. Lovely water views w/docks. Some permanents, who keep their space nice and tidy. There is a nice breakfast spot right at the main entrance. Just a short drive (north) to New Smyrna Beach. Our new favourite spot ++++++, we'll be back.

Stopped here for a few drinks. Good service and music. Navigator Bloody Mary's were awesome.read more

at River Deck made renting a pontoon boat effortless. The crew could not have been nicer and more…read morehelpful in seeing us off and greeting us when we returned. The boat itself was perfect. Highly recommend River Deck for NSB boat rental.

Wonderful, relaxing river cruise with a sandy beach stop. Skilled and friendly captain.read more

From the owner: Scenic cruises along the Indian river looking for dolphins or manatees. Spend time sunbathing on…read moreour disappearing islands or enjoy lunch on the river. Youth day and week long camps designed for boat training and skills. We want to help develop boating skills for all ages. Families welcome. MAX 5ppl Specific areas of training are driving, mooring (rope skills), waterway knowledge and sea life.

Dolphin and manatee tour. The captain and guides were…read moremasters of the area and the topic. They were also great small talk artists. The stop at the island was a highlight. Worth the time and money.

This was a lot of fun, and completely on a whim! We were visiting my daughter and new grandson and…read moredecided to stay at a nearby resort. Looking for some activities, this came up in our search, so we made an afternoon of it. First off, the captain and crew was comical and they made the experience that much more memorable. We seen turtles, dolphins, and a few manatees! On top of that, we debarked on a small island along our tour, got out, stretched the legs, and took in some amazing views. The Mangroves were a sight to be seen. I can just imagine all the sea creature they give habitat to. We also seen some amazing boats, as well as, some interesting... uh... placement of sailboats. Great history of the local storms and the havoc they wreaked! Thank you for the fun experience for the Familia!! As always, enjoy and Happy sailing!

I've paddled the Emerald Cut a few times now. Initially I didn't like the idea of paying to launch…read moremy own paddleboard. However, it's only $10 now that I have my own life jacket (saving me additional cost of $5 to use one of theirs, as required). Well worth the low cost for some soul-enriching, communing with nature. I have never made a reservation. I normally arrive around 10:30, most recently on a Friday. Parked for free on Baptist Camp Rd. Just a bit of a walk from there with my inflated paddleboard, but I don't mind the extra exercise. You can unload your stuff closer, if preferable. There are port-a-potties available. You can count on there being a line in the check-in office. Various recreation supplies are available there for purchase. The process moves reasonably enough. A reservation will guarantee your entrance, however, and possibly aide quicker personal info collection. I always plan to do the Emerald Cut in roughly 3 hours round-trip, allowing myself several stops to enjoy the surroundings. You do run into (quite literally at times) novice paddlers along the way, which can be a bit tricky, yet not a real nuisance for me. In general, there's friendliness along the waterway. Slighty rowdy, party vibes in some spots, but also opportunities for solace and zen in various nooks. Encountering wildlife, fragrant elderberry, and other captivating flora along this stretch is always gratifying. It's a popular recreation destination for good reason.

Many tourists don't realize Florida is home to stunning crystal-clear spring rivers--perfect for…read moreswimming, kayaking, and tubing aka "hidden gems". My Hubby and I love kayaking, so we booked an excursion months in advance for Rock Springs through TripAdvisor. Our Tour Operator was Get Up And Go Kayaking located at Kings Landing in Apopka, FL. I LOVE saying Apopka ;) The good news: Apopka is a quick 1 hour drive from Orlando. Make sure you don't miss the turn to King's Landing, because the entrance is located on a narrow dirt road. You must drive past Kelly Park (which fills up fast). There is a Park Ranger located here who will guide you to King's Landing. As you get closer and if you see a parking spot, grab it! Check in is located in the Cabin like office where you will have to sign a waiver. If you do not want to take a clear bottom, guided Kayak tour, you can either rent or BYO Kayak versus taking a semi private, clear, guided kayak tour. NOTE: ONLY use their Sunscreen/lotion which is provided at no cost. It protects the wildlife and the Springs. We wanted the full experience as we have previously enjoyed renting clear Kayaks. Our guide for the morning was: Megan, who was fantastic! Full of energy, information and helpful tidbits about the Springs and its human and wildlife inhabitants. Our group was small and capped at 10. We paddled through both narrow and open stretches, and stopped to swim in the warm, crystal-clear water. One highlight was a banyan tree with an 8-foot natural "jump hole"--such a cool experience! It was a serene, memorable day, and fun fact: this is the very spring featured in the Visit Orlando commercials! Yeah, definitely take a day away from crowded Orlando to relax and enjoy Mother Nature! You will Thank Me ;)