I wanted to go kayaking with my wife for the first time in a long time. I called Paddling Paradise,…read morethe associate was able to reserve a kayak for us within an hour's notice. Upon arrival, the associate provided a map of the Turkey Creek sanctuary, and provided my wife and I with an instruction on how to safely and effectively enjoy our kayaking experience.

This place offers rentals, lessons and events. Wednesday…read morewomen only paddle and Saturday evening sunset paddles. They might have sunrise sometimes too but a wee bit too early for me. Paddle right along Turkey Creek. I have my own SUP but they allow you to go out from there without fee or rental. The employees lead the groups. Little deck spot to chill and have a drink post paddle as well. Check them out

Visited Ballard Boards for the first time this weekend! My friend and I rented a tandem kayak and…read moreit was a great experience! We even brought my Jack Russell mixed pup for our adventure. We saw dolphins and a bunch of different fish. We even had a school of fish jump over our kayak while near the harbor! Great deal + fuss-free experience. Will definitely recommend to my local friends and coworkers!

I loved this paddle boarding experience. Steven was very kind and attentive. The area/canal was…read morebeautiful.

I booked the 10 pm bioluminescence kayak tour on Merritt island…read more They had different options available on-site of clear 2 people transparent Kayaks, also on person transparent single Kayaks. It was easy to see the company truck by the launching area on the on the Indian river lagoon. There were life vest and small lights for us to be able to see the other members of the group while paddling in the dark. We paddled to horseshoe crab island and got to see dolphins a couple of times. Overall is pretty dark so mostly you see them around. Our guide was Jordan. He was great! We could not have asked for a better guide. He gave us instructions on how to stay safe, and what to expect during the tour. He also worked hard to communicate with the group while in the water, and made sure that the group stayed together the whole time. He has the right personality for the job making our experience easy and fun. We could see the bioluminescence phenomenon what was pretty incredible. I wish we could have Good pictures of it but unfortunately they don't turn out good. Bring bug spray ! Lots of mosquitos!

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!

First time I went here a few months back, half the place was shut down after what looked like a…read morehealth hazard on the seafood side. Then the other day I went in to get bait instead of my usual place, and once I got to the spot they were all dead and water smelled like they had been dead for a while or at least around dead ones for a while. Not sure if the two have anything to do with each other but definitely not happy with the results for going out of my way. The guy with the long hair gets an attitude when faced with any complaints and goes as far as paying for fake 5-star reviews on Google to cover his tracks. I will continue to go to bucktail

Very great service. it's a cute fishing spot and is great for family bonding. If you see a negative…read morereview from the past day, it sounds like a salty employee... COME SHOP HERE!!!

This was the best event during my vacation in Vero Beach.Theowner Chris took his time getting me…read moreset up to paddle board.I never expected such service,fun from the paddle board to the amazing boat rental.my captain Bob showed my family a fun tour of the river,many awesome sites.Thanks guys for taking my family on the best part of my trip to Vero Beach.

Trey and Paddles by the sea made our time on vero beach great. Great tips on local eateries…read more Comfortable chairs and nice sturdy umbrellas. We will be back ro use there other services soon.

I had a few SUP and surfing lessons with Tom O'Brien and was very satisfied with each lesson. Tom…read morehas the technical SUP and surfing skills, and the credentials (National Champion SUP Surfer) to instill confidence in his students. Tom's teaching and communication skills are excellent, as is his patience with beginners. I like his emphasis on safety, especially with entering and exiting the rough surf. I was so happy with the lessons that I signed up my wife and daughter for lessons also.

I saw Tom's ad a few days before a trip to Cocoa Beach, Fl last week and decided to give an SUP…read morelesson a try. I had no idea what to expect as I knew nothing about Tom other than what the ad said. Any skepticism was quickly diminished! I had a fabulous lesson in the Thousand Islands area of Cocoa Beach. Tom is a gifted instructor who was able to cover safety issues and some of the basics before we ventured into the water. He had me on the board and trying to get my "sea legs" in no time. Tom gave helpful tips throughout the lesson, was encouraging, and always kept a watchful eye giving pointers as necessary. The scenery was great as we saw dolphins and osprey during our session. Thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience including the great relaxed conversation we had throughout our time together. I am 57 years old and had never tried this but always wanted to. So very glad I did. My wife and two daughters have expressed interest in trying SUP. I was so thrilled about my experience with Tom that I am already planning a family outing with him when we get back to the area in December. Give it a try. You won't be disappointed. He really knows his stuff.

Our tour guide Jason was absolutely amazing! I highly recommend going out on the water with him. He…read morewas friendly, hilarious and very knowledgeable. He provided us the best 2 hour guided tour that I could've asked for. We learned so much out on the water and at the same time it was very relaxing. We were able to paddle at our own pace and truly enjoy being out on the water without being rushed or getting left behind. We were able to view manatees and dolphins up close and personal. This was a great experience as a beginner who had never kayaked before. I highly recommend booking here and requesting Jason if possible. They do have other tour options which we will be looking into such as the bioluminescence tour over the summer. It's also great for kids 6 and up which is a total plus!

Adam our tour guide was incredibly knowledgable and friendly. He found manatees and dolphins within…read moreminutes of starting our tour. Can definately recommend Brady-Yaks guided tours 100%!

We had an AMAZING time with sobe surf, my kids and I did a group private lesson at cocoa beach…read more They were flexible to work with after we had to change our plans because our flight got cancelled. (oh colorado and its snow :( ) We got a new date and time and location planned. and it worked out really well. None of us had ever surfed before and honestly we have not spent that much time at the ocean. We have super tiny and petite yet tall, tall and muscly and then normal in our group They were able to accomodate us all as far as wet suits went as well. Our teacher was fantastic! And this ended up being all of our absolute favorite thing that we did while in Florida. We tried to get back in for another lesson but in Miami on the last couple of days of our trip and unfortunately for us they were all booked up. Highly recommend!!!! And dont forget to bring a little cash to tip your teacher/instructor at the end of your lesson. It is a service job :)

Don't let outside appearances fool you! This little shop located in an industrial area of Merritt…read moreIsland is fantastic! I had previously been to SoBe Surf Shop with a friend after we took a SUP lesson by the shop's owner, Girard, after she purchased her board from him. When she purchased her board, it included a free lesson and she was able to bring a friend. I was so glad she let me go along because even though we had both been paddling for several months, we both knew our technique could use some work and Girard's instruction definitely helped! Our lesson took place a couple of miles from his shop at the Brevard Vererans Memorial in a little Cove just behind the memorial. The lesson itself was great - there were only three of us so after giving us a brief lesson, Girard took the time to watch our paddle technique and make suggestions for adjustments so we were able to practice and immediately get constructive feedback. Girard was very patient and clear in his instruction and by the end of our session I was able to fix the issues with my paddle technique. The shop itself isn't anything fancy, but it serves its purpose. He has a number of different stand up paddleboards in stock, and carries high quality brands ar various price points so you should be able to find one that is perfect for you. My friend and I had both done quite a bit of research on the type of board we wanted and what features were important to us. Girard is incredibly knowledgeable and great at explaining the differences in the boards and how they affect it's use. He carries boards that are perfect for touring, racing and yoga. He is not a pushy salesman at all, which I loved. He also carries different accessories like leashes, paddles, waterproof cases, car racks, apparel, and even ukeleles!! After my friend purchased her SUP, I was pretty sure I wanted the exact same one and Girard was great answering any of my questions either by phone call or text messages. He was always quick to respond. Once I was ready to purchase my board, he let me put a deposit down (using my credit card) on the SUP I wanted. I had also talked to him about my need for a soft rack pack for my car and he ordered one to keep in the shop, but said there was no pressure to purchase it. My board package came with a leash, carbon fiber paddle, and cover bag. I also ended up purchasing the soft rack pack for my car. Girard was so helpful, teaching me how to install the racks and load my board safely and securely. I got home via highway roads with no concerns or issues about the safety of my board on my car while driving 70mph! Check out the shop's website for more information about his tours and lessons as well as information on SUP techniques. The website is very useful. https://sobesurf.com Based on my personal experience with Girard on the lesson and purchasing a new SUP from him, I definitely recommend contacting him if you're in the market for a SUP, want to take a guided tour, or a lesson. I live in Winter Garden, FL and making the road trip to purchase a board and lesson from him is well worth the drIve!!!