90 Min • Regular & Private Group Lessons
Stand up on your first wave with expert coaches on Daytona Beach. This 90-minute beginner lesson pairs small-group instruction with ocean-safety training and in-water photos to take home.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
90 minutes
Fitness Level
Light-to-moderate: be comfortable in the surf and able to paddle for short bursts. Good balance helps but is not required.
Wildlife
History
Daytona’s shoreline has long hosted beach racing and automotive events; the city’s racing ties helped popularize the “World’s Most Famous Beach” identity.
Conservation
Stick to marked access paths to protect dunes and sea oats, and use reef-safe sunscreen to minimize chemical impacts on marine life.
Three Brothers Boards Paddle Board Tours
90 Min • Regular & Private Group Lessons
Three Brothers Boards Paddle Board Tours is a Merritt Island, Florida-based outfitter offering paddle sport rentals and guided wildlife tours across Florida’s east and west coasts. The company provides kayak rentals, paddle board rentals, side-by-side and single water bike rentals, and guided dolphin and manatee adventure tours in multiple destinations.
Trips include Daytona Beach kayak and paddle board rentals, Daytona Beach side-by-side and single water bike rentals, and multi-hour guided dolphin and manatee tours in Cocoa Beach, Sarasota, Marco Island, and Naples. An Orlando Blue Springs manatee and natural spring tour is also offered, focused on West Indian Manatee viewing and spring ecology.
Each experience is designed for a wide range of skill levels, from first-time riders to experienced paddlers. Rentals are available in flexible durations, from one hour to multi-day options where specified. Guided tours are led by local guides who combine wildlife viewing with regional history and environmental context.
Safety and accessibility are emphasized through stable equipment such as nearly tip-proof water bikes and straightforward rental procedures. The offerings highlight local wildlife encounters—dolphins, manatees, sea turtles and shorebirds—while promoting responsible viewing in natural habitats.
Booking options and availability vary by location and season; customers should check specific trip pages for exact durations, equipment details, reservation requirements, and to confirm launch points, safety briefings.
Home Base
Merritt Island, FL
Central launch point for all trips
Activities
Kayaks, SUPs, Water Bikes
Multiple rental and guided options
Wildlife Tours
Dolphins & Manatees
Guided encounters in natural habitats
Tours Count
10 trips
Range of rentals and guided tours
Reserve guided dolphin and manatee tours or flexible rentals from Merritt Island to Daytona Beach, Cocoa Beach, Sarasota, Naples, Marco Island, and Blue Springs.
Arrive early to check conditions
Get to the meeting point at least 15 minutes before your start time to sign in and talk with instructors about wind and tide.
Wear reef-safe sunscreen
Apply reef-safe, water-resistant sunscreen before the session and reapply after; Florida sun is strong even on cloudy days.
Know basic swim comfort
You should be comfortable treading water and paddling on your stomach; inform instructors if you need extra support.
Protect your phone
Bring a small waterproof case or action-camera mount if you want extra footage beyond instructor photos.
Swimsuit
Fast-drying and secure for paddling and popping up.
summer
Rash guard or spring suit
Protects skin from sun and board rash; add a thin wetsuit for cooler months.
spring
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and local marine life from chemical sunscreens.
Waterproof phone case or action camera
Capture your first stands and ride footage without risking your device.