Get out on the water during your vacation with Venice FL boat tours, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful solo paddle through mangroves or a sunset cruise with dolphins, Venice has water adventures for everyone!
There’s no end to the fun you can have during your stay at Banyan House’s Venice, FL vacation rentals. Our convenient location means you’re just a short walk or drive from some of the area’s best shopping, dining, entertainment, festivals, beaches, and don’t forget the water!
Venice is correctly famous for its beaches but there’s also a vibrant network of sparkling waterways just beyond them. The Gulf isn’t just a beautiful backdrop, after all. It’s an open invitation to explore!
Paddle Your Way Through Paradise
Looking for a quiet escape into nature? Rent a kayak or paddleboard and explore the Venetian Waterway Park. This scenic trail offers peaceful views of wildlife, passing sailboats, and lush coastal landscapes as it winds along the Intracoastal Waterway. The park’s famously calm waters make it ideal for beginning paddlers.
Those seeking a bit more adventure should head to Shamrock Park & Nature Center. Here you can launch your craft into winding mangrove tunnels to spot herons, egrets, and maybe even a manatee. Nearby South Creek at Oscar Scherer State Park is another good option, offering a shaded, serene paddle through old Florida wilderness.
Guided Kayak & Paddleboard Tours
Those wishing to learn more about the area’s ecosystem should consider one of the many guided eco-tours offered by local outfitters. Many of these tours take place at sunrise or sunset, when the waters are a-glow with soft light and wildlife is most active. These trips are relaxing, informative, and ideal for those looking to connect with nature.
Venice FL Boat Tours & Sunset Cruises
You say you’d prefer to let someone else do the navigating? No problem! You’ll find a variety of boat tours in the area, many of which leave from the Venice Marina or docks near the South Jetty. Some of the more popular are the dolphin-spotting cruises and the evening sunset cruises along the coast with a chilled drink in hand. Wonderful, beautiful fun.
Some charters even offer fishing excursions, island-hopping, or snorkeling trips for a full day of aquatic fun. With so many options, you can tailor your day on the water to be as laid-back or adventurous as you like.
Spend some time out on the water, then it’s an easy drive back to your Banyan House vacation rental to relax or refresh and head back out for dinner and drinks. Just another day in paradise …