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    Paddling Paradise

    4.8 (29 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Michael M.

    Kayak with manatees! You don't get to do this every day back home in the Midwest. Paddling Paradise was so accommodating the entire trip- I recommend a Hobie rental to give your arms a break. The paddle is so gorgeous with greenery throughout and animals like gators, dolphins, birds, manatees, and more.

    Eric Z.

    These guys and gals are great. Not only do they offer the best in kayak, canoe, paddleboards and accessories but they allow people to test out boats and paddles. They allow launching from their site from a soft beach as well. The staff and owner are doing great things for the water sport community. Great place to rent, buy, or launch from.

    Nick P.

    If you know me then you know there are two things that terrify me... spiders and anything aquatic. So needless to say that I was hesitant when presented with the opportunity to try kayak for the first time with my two boys (9 & 5 years old.) After working up a bit of courage and with the help of their friendly staff - I am so glad we stepped out of our comfort zone. My family had a blast and we made memories that we will hold onto forever. So yes, I would recommend this place. Yes, I will be going back. It was great. The staff was great, really helpful and encouraging. Their prices were very reasonable, and I found out I'm less afraid of the ocean now

    Paul took us in our tour. He was great! Very knowledgeable, also has a very good eye spotting manatee and alligators! We had a blast!

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    It was a great experience , the tour guide Tom was very knowledgeable and loved the animals dearly!

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    If you want to rent this is a good place to rent, launch and return which is important when you're solo.

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    We always have a great experience at paddling paradise whether we rent a kayack or paddle board.

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    This was nice place. Good prices. Super friendly staff. Equipment was in great condition. It's a very serene route.

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    My girlfriend was eager for us try paddleboarding together, so I decided to surprise her with a…read morepaddleboarding outing for her birthday. Looking online for options in the Melbourne, FL area, I found SUP Eco Adventures. It was highly rated on TripAdvisor, so I thought I would give it shot: I was not disappointed. We booked a morning tour, and possibly because it was close to the holidays, we ended up getting a private session with the amazing Dina! She was extremely friendly and made sure that we had a great time. Her instructions and tips for using the paddleboard were clear and concise, and she had us out enjoying ourselves on the water in no time. Our tour launched from Honest John's Fish Camp and took us through different channels on the Indian River. Dina was quite knowledgeable and provided us with plenty of background on the local vegetation and animal wildlife. The weather that day was amazing and the water was very calm. This made for an excellent experience for a couple of SUP newbies. Plus, we managed to spot some dolphins and a manatee on our tour! If you're in the area and looking for something to do, I highly recommend giving this place a try!

    Dino and Fernando, the husband/wife owners of SUP Eco Adventures, offer stand-up paddleboarding…read morewith fantastic instruction and group as well was private tours. My daughter, who was 10 at the time of this trip, opted for a private tour because she had never done paddle boarding previously. Both Dina and Fernando came along with us and gave us so much individual attention and instruction that there was no way we would be anything but successful. They customized our time together to suit my daughter's needs and comfort level and she left feeling like a pro with the confidence to come back. They also took some great photos for us. It was a fantastic experience and I was grateful for their careful attention. I cannot wait to go back.

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    A+ Excellent business and customer service from Scott at Shark Bait Rentals…read more Came home for the holiday weekend and last minute had the urge to get some paddle boards to head out and take advantage of the clear waters just off the coast to the boiler shipwreck near Waldo's. Scott, even though short handed without hesitation, had two paddle boards, vests, and paddles available within an hour of the phone call. Very pleasant to speak with over the phone and easily coordinated all aspects of the rental process. Will definitely be using Shark Bait again for any rental needs beach side and will recommend to all family, friends, and visitors.

    I've had good experiences with Sharkbait so this isn't what I wanted to do but…read more.. I've rented from them before and it went great. I've rented from them and not been able to make it to the beach and I was still charged in full. I didn't like it but didn't make a deal of it. For April 11 2023 I rented a fly and 3 chairs ($67). The weather wasn't great but I had company in town so we went to the beach. Sharkbait was a no-show. We walked to the Costa de Esta and explained the situation and they gave us three beach chairs for nothing. Very nice. When I got home I wrote to SB asking for my refund. No answer. I wrote again. No response. And then again. No response. I did tell him that if I didn't hear from him I would write this review for every social media site and then go to the BBB. So here I am. I hate so much to do this - I understand keeping my money when I can't be there but to keep my money when they aren't there? That is dishonest.

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    We came here while visiting the area and really enjoyed the learning center!…read more We only stayed for a few hours but there was definitely a lot more to see and do here. We got to see a lot of fish and native Florida wildlife! There were a lot of walking trails, kayak/canoe launches, and tons of information posted around about native Florida habitats! There was also a play area for kids as well. We spent a lot of the time in the aquarium room (and yes it's a room not a super huge space) since it was air conditioned and our daughter really enjoys seeing the fish. They have a touch tank that's open for a few hours throughout the day, but we noticed that if the tank isn't open, there was no staff in the space. The facilities seemed a bit older but overall well maintained. There were summer camps going on while we were there, and felt like they sort of overtook some of the spaces we were in from time to time. Not a super huge deal as we were able to go explore other parts but it did feel somewhat chaotic as a large group of 8 year olds ran into the area. You do have to pay admission, there is a pass available as well if you plan to visit more than once. Parking was not plentiful so be mindful when planing, to come early or during a more "off" time. Overall this was a neat place to go to if you enjoy learning about Florida wildlife and nature.

    Stopped into the Environmental Learning Center on a whim after driving past it many times, and now…read moreI'm wondering why I waited so long. This place is one of those hidden little Treasure Coast gems that almost hides in plain sight. The boardwalk trails through the mangroves were peaceful, scenic, and surprisingly immersive. Every turn felt like a mini nature documentary. Within a short walk I spotted a ribbon snake cruising through the water, an orb-weaver spider that looked like it came straight out of a sci-fi movie, and plenty of birds and wildlife along the way. Bring a camera because you'll use it. Bonus points for the rare opportunity to admire a spider web without immediately walking face first into it. The grounds are well maintained, educational without feeling overly touristy, and just plain relaxing. There's a nice balance between nature preserve, learning experience, and quiet escape from the everyday rush. Also appreciated that you can spend 30 minutes here or easily lose a couple of hours wandering the trails and slowing your brain down a notch. We didn't try the kayak rental this time but made a mental note for the future. If you live in or visit Vero Beach and enjoy nature, photography, kayaking, wildlife, or just finding peaceful spots that don't involve crowds and traffic, this place is absolutely worth a stop.

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    Epic Paddle Adventures

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    We did the 10 p.m. bioluminescence clear kayak tour, and OMG... I loved it so much! The first time…read moreI ever saw bioluminescence was in Puerto Rico back in 2018, and it's still one of the most beautiful nighttime experiences I've ever had--right up there with seeing the Northern Lights. There's just something so magical about watching the water glow around you. We drove about 50 minutes from Orlando to Merritt Island for the tour, where we launched from the Indian River Lagoon, and it was absolutely worth it. This is one of those experiences that's really hit or miss, so keep in mind that the amount of bioluminescence you see isn't something the tour company can control. We got lucky because there was so much activity that night! We actually didn't kayak very far since the bioluminescence was so active right near the shoreline. We spent most of our time enjoying it from that area because there was no need to go much farther. Also, don't expect your phone camera to do it justice. It's incredibly hard to capture on camera, and it's so much more breathtaking in person. I highly recommend this experience to everyone, and I already can't wait to do it again!

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