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The 15 Best Miami Water Sports & Adventures

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Raccoon Island: Exploration on SUP/Kayak

Raccoon Island: Exploration on SUP/Kayak - Bill Bird Marina meet-up: where to stand and what to look for

1.Raccoon Island: Exploration on SUP/Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,289 reviews · 2h 30m · from $99Our pick

Kayak or SUP to Raccoon Island in Biscayne Bay, with mangrove paddling, gentle wildlife time, and free drinks and fruit included.

“This experience was absolutely amazing and unforgettable! Kayaking to Raccoon Island was so much fun, and the views were beautiful. Seeing the raccoons up close was a once-in-a-lifetime moment. Special thanks to our guide Francis and his team — they were incredibly friendly, professional, and made us feel safe and comfortable the entire time. Francis explained everything clearly, helped everyone, and created such a great vibe during the trip. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Miami. We will definitely come back again!”

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Raccoon Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak

Raccoon Island: Exploration on SUP/Kayak - Bill Bird Marina meet-up: where to stand and what to look for

2.Raccoon Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 972 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99Top rated

Kayak or SUP to Raccoon Island from North Miami, paddle mangroves, swim at Sandspur Island, and meet friendly raccoons with snacks and drinks.

“This company and your was excellent. We looked into other kayak tours, but you had to kayak the entire way there. That would have been tough. This company boats you to a floating dock where you kayak the last leg for a shorter distance!”

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Nature & Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak

Nature & Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak - The afternoon flow: from paddling basics to a wildlife route

3.Nature & Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 816 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $99

Choose SUP or kayak on a 4-hour Miami mangrove paddle with wildlife chances, raccoon island time, and beer included.

“This is advertised as a paddle/kayak tour, however, I think you’re on land more than you’re on your SUP/Kayak. We went towards the mangroves, but only went in approx. 500 ft before turning around. It was extremely disappointing! I was hoping for a much better exploration of the mangroves! After turning around, we cut straight across to Raccoon Island. The island was very cool to see and got some insightful history and whatnot, but spent more time here than on the water. From the mangroves to the island was only about 1500 ft. (So it was minimal time on your sup/kayak) After the island, you went straight back to the…”

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Everglades National Park: Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Eco-Tour

Everglades National Park: Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Eco-Tour - The 3-hour flow on the water, and what each stage is really for

4.Everglades National Park: Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Eco-Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 590 reviews · 3 hours · from $109

Guided 3-hour kayak through Everglades mangrove tunnels, easy sit-on-top boat, naturalist history, wildlife sightings, $109.

“We had an unforgettable kayak tour in Florida through the beautiful mangroves, guided by Chris. The scenery was absolutely stunning, and we saw so much wildlife along the way, plenty of birds and even alligators in their natural habitat. Chris was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience both safe and fun. He shared interesting facts about the ecosystem and made sure everyone felt comfortable on the water. This tour is truly a must-see and a highlight for anyone visiting the area. Highly recommended!”

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North Miami: Nature & Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak

North Miami: Nature & Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak - SUP or kayak in North Miami: which one fits you

5.North Miami: Nature & Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 562 reviews · 4 hours · from $99

Paddle SUP or kayak through North Miami mangroves with wildlife spotting, an island snack stop, and easy guided instruction for all levels.

“Sean was a fantastic tour guide. You could really tell how much he cared about the animals and the environment we were in. We saw so many raccoons & fell in love with mangrove crabs. We would definitely do again!”

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Miami: Key West Dolphin Watch or Snorkel Boat with pickup

Miami: Key West Dolphin Watch or Snorkel Boat with pickup - Overseas Highway 1 and the Seven Mile Bridge, Why the Drive Is Part of the Point

6.Key West Dolphin Watch or Snorkel Boat with pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 399 reviews · from $63

Bus from Miami to Key West with dolphin watch, snorkeling, or a glass bottom reef ride, plus free time on the island.

“I almost didn't book this tour because of the negative feedback, but I'm glad I didn't pay attention to that. This was the best tour EVER!!!! I loved everything about it. Marlena and Oscar were excellect guides and were very helpful and knowledgable. Don't listen to the negative comments!!! I would recommend this tour a hundred times over!! When I come back in 6 months I will be booking this tour again!!!”

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Miami: Jet Ski Rental in Biscayne Bay

Miami: Jet Ski Rental in Biscayne Bay - The core plan: how the 2 hours actually work

7.Jet Ski Rental in Biscayne Bay

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 288 reviews · 2 hours · from $12Best value

Guided jet ski rental in Biscayne Bay from Miami Beach, with a top-speed zone and skyline views. 2 hours total, 1 hour ride.

“Thank you so much for being so patient. Bc we were in Miami parting the night before we booked a little too early and were super late. They waited for us & we’re very nice about it. Jet skis were very fun and fast! Def book with this tour guide!”

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Snorkel & Millionaire Row – Private Miami Boat Tour w/ Drinks

Snorkel & Millionaire Row - Private Miami Boat Tour w/ Drinks - Millionaire’s Bunker and Celebrity Homes, What You’re Really There For

8.Snorkel & Millionaire Row – Private Miami Boat Tour w/ Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 267 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $150

Private Miami boat tour for up to 6, with Millionaire Row cruise, raccoon island anchoring, and Haulover Sandbar snorkeling and swimming.

“OMG!! Was a super cool experience. Our Captain (Jack) is seriously amazing!! He was in charge we got a blast!! We went to the racoon island and to swim to the sandbar. We watched some dolphins. 100% I recommend this tour.”

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AquaFusion Combo: Jet Ski + Party Boat Excursion (Groups)

AquaFusion Combo: Jet Ski + Party Boat Excursion (Groups) - Meet at 10800 Collins Ave, then you’re on the water fast

9.AquaFusion Combo: Jet Ski + Party Boat Excursion (Groups)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 264 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $200

Jet ski plus party boat on Biscayne Bay from Miami, with skyline photo moments, life jacket safety, and extra water toys. Up to 2 per group.

“The jetski was really fun, but what was delusional about this experience were the two guys working on the boat, because we felt they were mocking us and they weren’t really helpful.”

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Clear Kayak Tour in North Miami Beach – Mangrove Tunnels

Clear Kayak Tour in North Miami Beach - Mangrove Tunnels - Meeting at East Greynolds Park and getting on the water

L.E.D. Light Kayak Miami City Lights

L.E.D. Light Kayak Miami City Lights - Where you meet at 122 NW N River Dr, and what the first stretch usually feels like

11.L.E.D. Light Kayak Miami City Lights

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 231 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $89

Paddle Miami River after dark on an LED kayak, see Brickell’s skyline, snap photos, and get guided safety help at 8:30 pm.

“Beautiful night lights and Excellent guides! Recommend bringing towel or change of clothes just in case u get a bit wet - Great Experience!”

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Miami Biscayne Bay Jet Ski Tour

Miami Biscayne Bay Jet Ski Tour - Downtown Miami route vs Miami Beach celebrity-home route

12.Miami Biscayne Bay Jet Ski Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 210 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $159

Jet ski Biscayne Bay from Key Biscayne. One hour, life jacket and fuel included, choose views, beginner-friendly guides.

“Lovely tour guide. Took pictures of my friend and I, allowed my friend ride on his jet ski as a passenger, as she was scared. Fun experience”

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Small Group Boat, Kayak and Walking Guided Eco Tour Everglades

Small Group Boat, Kayak and Walking Guided Eco Tour Everglades - Ten Thousand Islands country from the water

13.Small Group Boat, Kayak and Walking Guided Eco Tour Everglades

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $199

Small-group Everglades tour with boat, kayak, and a guided Barrier Island Beach walk led by a US Coast Guard licensed naturalist.

“We went out and it was raining on and off and when it did clear we just power boated around which was interesting but not what I signed up for or paid for. Never got to kayak which is what I really wanted to do and thought that this would be a good combination. Sadness. I would have signed up for the power boat tour and saved alot of money if that had been what I wanted to do.”

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Miami: Biscayne Bay Ultimate Boat Tour with Kayak Experience

Miami: Biscayne Bay Ultimate Boat Tour with Kayak Experience - Bird Island: the protected rookery stop that’s actually worth the time

14.Biscayne Bay Ultimate Boat Tour with Kayak Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 157 reviews · 4 hours · from $99

4-hour Biscayne Bay boat and kayak tour from Venetian Marina, with Bird Island birds, Indian Creek views, and Raccoon Island swim.

“Absolutely incredible experience!!! I had the best time on the Raccoon Island tour. Sean, Adam and Oscar were all incredibly kind, caring and fun from start to finish. A special shout-out to Sean, who really took care of me - I was honestly terrified of kayaking (and alone!), but he made the whole experience easy, safe and genuinely fun. He knew exactly how to put me at ease, and I’m so grateful. They truly do everything to make you feel comfortable and make the experience amazing - they’re always happy to take photos for you and they really go above and beyond. The boat ride was also amazing: great explanations…”

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