Water Sports in USA

Experience Mendenhall Glacier by land and water on this 6.5-hour combo-adventure tour from Juneau. First, hop into a canoe at Mendenhall Lake and paddle around luminescent blue icebergs and past cliffs and waterfalls toward Mendenhall Glacier. Step onto the glacier and explore the area with trekking poles. No matter what level of paddling or glacial-trekking experience you have, a guide is there to prepare you for each step of the journey. Look for wildlife sightings and expect personalized attention on this small-group tour limited to 14 people.

Enjoy a trip down the Arkansas River without the stress of paddling or extreme rapids on a scenic float through the Lower Browns Canyon section. Popular with families, this half-day tour from Buena Vista allows you to experience the river’s energy and surrounding Rocky Mountain scenery while an experienced river guide handles all of the navigation. Pick up a paddle if you like, or simply relax and enjoy this fun and mellow river ride. 

Stand up paddle boarding is one of the fastest growing water sports in the world, and Maui is an ideal place to learn how to stand on water. Unlike spots on the southern coast that are packed and crowded with paddlers, this North Shore location has more green sea turtles than other people out paddling. Led by an instructor with a rich passion for the ocean, learn the basics of proper paddling and how to balance on the board - all skill levels are welcome. Cruise down the coast on your board, buoyed by the wind, before finishing back near the shop.

If you've always wanted to breathe underwater - but never had the courage to try it - this introductory scuba lesson in Maui is the perfect place to get started. Under the watchful eye of a professional instructor and in calm, protected waters, you'll learn the basic skills required for scuba diving in Maui. The lesson has a maximum of only four divers and, once you've learned the safety basics, you'll casually kick around the reef in search of tropical marine life. When booking, choose from various lesson times.

On this Molokini snorkel cruise, travel in comfort to Molokini Crater and the Keawalai shoreline of Maui. The crew onboard assists you with gear and provides lifeguarding help in the water, and also help serve the delicious breakfast and lunch provided on board. After snorkeling the waters of Molokini Crater, embark on a search for Hawaiian Green sea turtles, which are often found by the colorful reefs just off the Keawalai coast.

On this thrilling Maui night diving adventure, experience an entirely different world than you would while diving in the daytime, where lobsters, octopus, nudibranchs, and eels emerge from the inky black darkness. On this one-tank shore dive in West Maui, follow your expert dive instructor on an evening foray of the reef, searching for invertebrates and rarely seen critters attracted to the beam of your light. Since the dive is limited to only four divers, you're sure to have a personalized experience as you splash in the near-shore waters - sharing one of the most adventurous experiences you can find on Maui after dark.

Hit the Alaskan waters on this 3.5-hour Mendenhall Lake kayak tour in Tongass National Forest. Journey across the lake in a kayak with group members in your same expertise level. Maneuver around glaciers as you take in stunning sights of the lake's natural beauty, and catch sight of wildlife as you go. Paddle by Nugget Falls and the 3,000-year-old Mendenhall Glacier.

See the Mendenhall Glacier up close on a 3.5-hour tour from Juneau. You'll ride across the waters of Mendenhall Lake in a traditional Tlingit-style canoe that permits unobstructed viewing of the glacier, icebergs, Nugget Falls, and perhaps some Alaskan wildlife. Includes all equipment, snacks, and port pickup and drop-off.

Get ready for fun in the sun on this guided, 5-hour dolphin watch and snorkeling adventure. Sail away to one of the best dive spots in the world - the beautiful blue waters off the island of Lanai. See Hawaiian Spinner, bottlenose and spotted dolphins swimming alongside the boat, then jump in for a snorkel above a coral reef with a wide variety of marine life. All the required equipment is included, plus enjoy a continental breakfast, barbecue lunch and refreshments along the journey.

On this Maui South Shore Kayak and Snorkel Tour, spend the morning swimming and snorkeling with schools of tropical reef fish, and keeping your eyes peeled for Hawaiian Green sea turtles that casually cruise along the reefs. This family friendly, Maui kayak tour is off the Makena coastline, an historic, volcanic section of shore that's protected form wind and the waves. And, in addition to multiple snorkel stops, visitors will enjoy oceanfront light refreshments while dining with toes in the sand.

Summon your courage and plunge into the waters off Kailua-Kona to swim with manta rays. During this 2-hour tour during sunset or after dark, slip on the provided wet suit and snorkel gear and follow your expert instructor into the water. Watch as the enormous vegetarian animals, some with wingspans of 20 feet (6 meters), swim in graceful loops around you, taking in clouds of plankton for their evening meal. All gear and light snacks and refreshments are provided. Choose between sunset and evening snorkel tours; manta ray sightings are guaranteed or you can do a second outing for free.

Leave the busy streets of Lahaina splashing behind in your wake, as you cross the channel to snorkel the crystal clear waters off of Lanai.  During this Maui snorkeling tour, spend 45 minutes motoring towards the isolated coast of Lanai, where sea turtles, fish, and occasionally dolphins swim circles above the reef. Once tied to a mooring off eastern Lanai, splash down the water slide that leads from the boat to the turquoise waters below, and enjoy a hot, BBQ lunch on the leisurely cruise back to Maui.

Explore Lake Mead on a Jet Ski then visit the Hoover Dam on a 7.5-hour tour from Las Vegas that takes in the desert landscape's most remarkable man-made features. Steer your Jet Ski along the colorful bluffs and hidden beaches that line Lake Mead's dramatic shoreline, take in perfect views of the vast reservoir, and enjoy the warm air and desert sunshine. Pause for lunch in the Lake's marina then get an up-close look at the soaring Hoover Dam before returning to your Las Vegas hotel.

Give your Miami sightseeing an extreme twist with a thrilling one-hour parasailing adventure. By the pull of a specialized speedboat, soar above turquoise waters and white-sand beaches, enjoying amazing views of Biscayne Bay, the Miami skyline, Coconut Grove, South Beach and more. Enjoy the peace of the gliding along the warm breeze and spotting marine life in the company of two friends.

Kayak with a master paddler from beautiful Kailua Beach to the volcanic Mokulua Islands in Kailua Bay. This 5-hour adventure takes you in a sit-on-top kayak through tranquil waters while you receive paddling tips and hear commentary from a trained naturalist. Learn about Hawaii's marine life and natural history, then have lunch on a sandy beach at Moku Nui. Here, you can hike, snorkel with green sea turtles, or play in the surf.

Beginners will feel safe and comfortable on this 1-hour rafting trip down the Milk Run of the Arkansas River in Buena Vista, CO. Families with small children over two years old can paddle together through easy splashes and gentle floats with mountain views. All paddling equipment and safety gear is included.

Hold on for an exhilarating river-rafting ride along Mendenhall Glacier. During this half-day adventure, drive through Mendenhall Valley before climbing aboard a raft rowed by an experienced guide. Float along for six miles around the foot of the glacier, through winding stretches of Class II and III whitewater rapids. Soak up gorgeous mountain scenery, and wrap up the day with a delicious snack. Families, beginners and the more experienced are all welcome! Hotel transport from Juneau included.

See Moab from a new perspective thanks to this 3-hour daytime jet boat excursion on the Colorado River. Enjoy the dramatic scenery of the 2,200-foot (670-meter) canyon walls from the water, check out a fossilized sea bed, view Indian petroglyphs, and see where several films and commercials were shot, plus much more. Morning and afternoon rides are available.

In the morning, the guide will lead you on a leisurely paddle through Makena Bay along its beautiful coastline with views of Molokini and Haleakala Volcano. Take the opportunity to snorkel over colorful reefs and, in Turtle Town, with Hawaii's endangered green sea turtles and a variety of colorful marine life. Don't be surprised if you spot dolphins or, during whale season, possibly encounter humpback whales. This 2.5-hour snorkel and kayak adventure is for ages 5 years and up, for beginners and pros. There is a maximum group size of 10 people and it will be provided water and light snacks along the way.

Soar high above Miami's beautiful waterfront on this guided, 30-minute or 1-hour, small-group flyboard excursion. Rise to 45 feet above the turquoise waters of Biscayne Bay, propelled by the power of this water jet pack, providing a one-of-a-kind view of Miami Beach and the surrounding area. Get personalized attention and professional instruction, then grab the throttle and ride the flow. It's a thrilling experience unlike any other. Boat transport, safety equipment and bottled water included. Free parking is available in Coconut Grove.