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 ;)

An excellent adventure day on the water…read more We rented 3 Sea-Doos for a 1-hour guided tour so that I could take my dad and aunt out to explore. Both are in their early to mid-70s. While my dad and I have a ton of water time, my aunt doesn't and was a little nervous. Adrian, our guide, did an outstanding job of meeting everyone in the group at their skill level. As I expected, my aunt grew more confident and did a great job keeping up with the group. We all had a great time. And felt the 1 hour was just the right amount of time in the seat for them. We were triple lucky in that, about 30 minutes after we wrapped it up and sat down for lunch, the sky opened up and poured down pelting rain. But we had shelter, food, and libations. One note: park in the parking lot, but instead of going to the restaurant, proceed to the west side of the structure to access the front door for RoseBay Watersports. 10/10 - Would recommend - enjoy it before some developer steals another iconic location.

**Ponce Inlet Lighthouse Sea-Doo Adventure - A Must-Do!**…read more Just got back from an unforgettable 2-hour jet ski tour with **Rose Bay Watersports**, and we had an *absolute blast*! Our guide, **Adrian**, was fantastic--super friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure we had the best experience possible. We explored the beautiful waters around Ponce Inlet, cruised by the iconic lighthouse, and even got to see *dolphins up close*! We had plenty of time to play around on the Sea-Doos and take in the scenery--it was the perfect mix of thrill and chill. If you're anywhere near the area and looking for something fun and memorable, don't think twice--**book your next adventure through Rose Bay Watersports**. Trust me, you won't regret it!

My kids have attended Odyssey Adventure Camp several times in the past and loved them. Yesterday,…read morewe also rented paddle boards/kayaks for the afternoon. They were in great condition. Mr. Waterman delivers them and picks them up. My kids had a great time at Sanchez park, nice calm waters. It was a beautiful day. High recommend Odyssey Adventure Club if you are interested in renting kayaks and/or paddle boards.

From the owner: Choose your adventure! We love to help people build a passion for the outdoors.....whether through…read moreour summer camps for kids, group paddle outings, rentals, tours, or through our bike clubs, with training, group rides, trips, and exploring

Our tour guide Dave was awesome and very knowledgeable. We had a fun time and we saw a dolphin…read moreduring our tour . We definitely recommended this one . We previously booked for a kayak tour with calypso and they cancelled on the day of our tour!! Yes!! Calypso sucks!! But we are so glad and thankful that we found salt Dawg kayak . They are really amazing!!! They made our stay here in Daytona very memorable!! Will be back for paddle boarding for sure too and fishing!!!

Went on the kayak ecotour. Amanda was an awesome guide! Very engaging, friendly and professional…read more She even made special arrangements for my mom and I to go out on the water on a day there were no scheduled trips. Highly recommend

Had a great time on their dolphin boat tour ! It's a nearly 2 hour boat ride that takes you down to…read morePonce Inlet and it's well worth the money ! I do need to start carrying cash on me so I can actually tip.

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!!!

I bought a Suspenz Flat Rack from their ebay site which they stated was new. When it arrived, I was…read moreat work, and quickly took it out of the box, then gave positive feedback. However, when I took the bubble wrap off the middle covering the straps, half of the secure strap was missing, rendering it useless. I messaged the shop and then they "apologized" and pretended to look for it for two days, then zero communication. I asked if they would do a partial refund for new straps from Suspenz. This shop is run by people who don't care about customers or service. Plenty of similar shops in the Daytona area have much higher reviews. Go there. Here's the ebay listing: https://www.ebay.com/itm/406341130430

Fair prices, good service. Been going there for years and always have a positive experience.read more