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Upgrade your pontoon trip on Merritt Island’s waterways with Cape Crossing’s premium 9x6 Floating Mat. Perfect for sun-soaked lounging and relaxing with friends.
Upgrade your pontoon trip on Merritt Island’s waterways with Cape Crossing’s premium 9x6 Floating Mat. Perfect for sun-soaked lounging and relaxing with friends.
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Operated by Cape Crossing Boat Rentals · Merritt Island, Florida
Merritt Island, Florida, framed by the winding waterways and tranquil lagoons along the Indian River, offers a unique setting for summer water adventures. Cape Crossing Boat Rentals taps into this rich aquatic environment with their 9x6 Floating Mat—a standout addition designed to elevate everyone’s day on the water. Ideal for families or groups seeking a relaxed yet engaging pontoon experience, this sizable floating mat lets guests spread out comfortably while soaking up the Florida sun.
The floating mat is crafted to provide stability and space, making it an inviting platform for sunbathing, light socializing, and drifting between scenic coastal views. Merritt Island’s waterways are dotted with mangroves, birdlife, and occasional glimpses of dolphins or manatees, which you can enjoy while lounging on the mat. Cape Crossing Boat Rentals exclusively offers these mats alongside their well-maintained pontoon fleet, ensuring your floating mat experience is anchored to a safe, reliable boat rental.
What makes this venture special is its blend of effortless relaxation and the option to customize your water outing. Guests can charge their day with a slow cruise or anchor near secluded pockets of shoreline for a peaceful float session. Whether you're watching ospreys glide above or observing the gentle ripple of the Indian River’s brackish waters, the mat offers the best seat for soaking it all in.
Cape Crossing’s base at 306 Lagoon Way is deep within a cluster of Florida’s remarkable natural habitats, including nearby Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. This proximity offers plenty of opportunity for nature-focused side excursions. Renting the floating mat adds an element of laid-back luxury to your historic coastal adventure, making your visit here memorable and distinct from the usual boating trip.
Book your pontoon and add the floating mat for an adaptable day on the calm waters of Merritt Island—where every moment on the water counts.
easy.
2–6 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly sedentary lounging with minimal physical effort.
Yes, the 9x6 Floating Mat can only be booked in conjunction with a confirmed pontoon rental.
Yes, it provides a spacious, stable surface ideal for family members of all ages under appropriate supervision.
No, for safety reasons the mat must remain attached to the pontoon during your rental period.
Life jackets are required on board, and staff provide safety briefings prior to each rental.
The mat measures 9 feet by 6 feet, providing ample space for multiple guests to lounge comfortably.
Availability varies, so check with Cape Crossing Boat Rentals in advance to secure your preferred time.
Merritt Island’s waterways have long been used by indigenous peoples and later settlers for fishing and transport, laying the foundation for today’s recreational boating culture.
Cape Crossing Boat Rentals supports eco-friendly boating practices to protect the fragile mangrove habitats and the diverse aquatic life.
Cape Crossing Boat Rentals is a Merritt Island, Florida-based outfitter providing self-drive boat and watercraft rentals on the Indian River Lagoon. The company offers a range of craft including 8-, 9-, 12-, 13-, and 16- and 24-foot pontoons, single and double kayaks, electric SIPA paddleboards, and a 30HP two-person CraigCat for self-captained exploration. Cape Crossing supplies fishing poles complete with leader line, weight, and hook; frozen shrimp and mullet are available for purchase as bait. Pontoon rentals are offered with gas included, and pets are welcome on many pontoons. The CraigCat is described as compact and easy to drive, with no prior boating experience required. Rentals focus on access to local wildlife and scenery, with opportunities to spot dolphins, manatees, and tropical birds while cruising or anchoring at sandbars for swimming and picnics. The company provides beginner-friendly options such as sit-on-top single kayaks and electric motorized paddleboards for effortless exploration. All descriptions and offerings are presented to help guests choose the right craft for fishing, family days, or solo adventures on the Indian River Lagoon. Cape Crossing Boat Rentals emphasizes straightforward, self-guided experiences from its Merritt Island location, making it easy for visitors to plan a customized day on the water.
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