Water

Adventure Guide

“If there is magic on this planet, it is contained in water.“

– Loren Eiseley

For someone who doesn’t swim as well, Vy sure loves to do many adventures on or in the water. So, if you’re looking for water-related adventures, we have them. They range from snorkeling at night with the Manta Ray, shark cage diving, kayaking to the bottom of Shoshone Falls, or tubing down the clear, teal water at Kelly Park. And, we’ll be adding more in the future.

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How to Kayak at Liberty Station in San Diego, CA

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Newport Bay – One of the Best Kayaking Spots in Newport Beach, CA

How to Spend Your Day at De Leon Springs | Florida

How to Find the Makapuu Tide Pools in Oahu, HI

Whitewater Rafting the Big Five on Lower Kern River

How to Spend a Day at Sunbeam Hot Springs | Stanley, ID

Wekiwa Springs State Park – Apopka, FL

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How to Swim With Leopard Sharks in La Jolla

Every summer, La Jolla Beach in San Diego explodes with the harmless leopard sharks. It is a perfect time to swim among these beautiful sharks.

Newport Bay – One of the Best Kayaking Spots in Newport Beach, CA

Newport Bay is one of the best kayaking spots in Newport Beach, CA due to its two very different routes, one toward a nature preserve, one toward to harbor.

How to Kayak at Liberty Station in San Diego, CA

How to Kayak at Sand Harbor in Lake Tahoe, NV

Huntington Harbor, the Best Kayaking Spot for Beginners | CA

How to Kayak at Mission Bay | San Diego, CA

How to Go Kayaking on Mono Lake – Lee Vining, CA

Whitewater Rafting the Big Five on Lower Kern River

Whitewater rafting the Big Five on the Lower Kern River is an unforgettable experience for beginner and intermediate rafters!

Hydrobikes: A Fun And Unique Thing to Do in San Diego

Paddling at Jones Lagoon at Biscayne National Park in Florida

A Quick Guide to Visit Biscayne National Park | Florida

Biscayne National Park in Miami, FL is a unique park with 95% of it underwater, only accessible by boat. It is a haven for divers, snorkelers, and boaters. Since we wanted to snorkel, kayak, and see this largest marine national park as much as we can, the best way is to go with the combination tour with Biscayne National Park Institute.

Complete Guide on How to Visit Dry Tortugas NP | Florida

What to Do at Blue Spring State Park, Orange City, FL

Swim with the Manatees in Three Sisters Springs, Crystal River, FL

7 Unique Things to Do Near Orlando That Aren’t Theme Parks

Most Beautiful Kayaking Spot in Florida: Silver Springs State Park

Silver Springs is one of the most beautiful spots for kayaking in Florida with crystal clear water, and a big variety of plants and wildlife.

A Quick Guide to Visit Biscayne National Park | Florida

7 Unique Things to Do Near Orlando That Aren’t Theme Parks

Complete Guide on How to Visit Dry Tortugas NP | Florida

Swim with the Manatees in Three Sisters Springs, Crystal River, FL

Bioluminescence Kayak Tour – Titusville, FL

Wekiwa Springs State Park – Apopka, FL

Kayak and Swim with the manatees at Three Sisters Springs, Crystal River, FL

Swim with the Manatees in Three Sisters Springs, Crystal River, FL

Three Sisters Springs in Crystal River, Florida is the only place you can swim with the manatees legally. You can only get there by kayaks, paddleboards or tours.

How to Spend Your Day at De Leon Springs | Florida

7 Unique Things to Do Near Orlando That Aren’t Theme Parks

How to Go Tubing at Kelly Park Rock Springs | Florida

Airboat Ride in Orlando with Wild Willy’s, Florida

Wekiwa Springs State Park – Apopka, FL

A Must-Do in Orlando! Catboat Ride with Catboat Escapes

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3 Best Snorkeling Spots in Kauai for Beginners

Top 3 snorkeling spots in Kauai, Hawaii that are safe during the winter season. These spots are also perfect for beginners.

Kiholo Bay – Queens Bath Hike, Big Island, HI

Everything You Need to Know About Hanauma Bay | Oahu

Snorkeling at Honaunau Bay or Two Step – Big Island, HI

Must do in Hawaii: Night Time Snorkel with Manta Rays

Kayaking Anahulu River: Popular Thing to Do on North Shore Oahu

Calm and easy to access, Anahulu River is one of the popular kayaking spots in North Shore Oahu. If you're lucky, you can spot turtles and manta rays here!

Zodiac Boat Ride with Na Pali Craze and That Adventure Life

Na Pali Coast Boat Ride with Na Pali Craze – Kauai, HI

The 15 miles long Na Pali Coast in Kauai is one of the world's most beautiful coastlines that you can access by either take a boat ride, hike the 11 mile Kalalau Trail or take a helicopter tour. Each of them has its own unique perks but the Zodiac boat ride along Na Pali Coast is our favorite. From the water, you can look upon the giant cliffs that rise 4,000 ft above the Pacific Oceanside, lush green valleys, cascading waterfalls, sea caves. However, the best part is you can also snorkel and get to see unexpected ocean visitors such as dolphins, whales, turtles, and more.

Punaluu, the most beautiful Black Sand Beach on Big Island, HI

Tubing in Kauai with Kauai Backcountry Adventures

Shark Cage Tour with Hawaii Shark Encounters on North Shore, Oahu

Hapuna Beach: the Best Beach on the Big Island, HI

Must do in Hawaii: Night Time Snorkel with Manta Rays

Dolphin and Whale Watching With Wild Side Specialty Tour, Oahu, HI

How to Kayak to the Bottom of Shoshone Falls | Twin Falls, ID

A bucket list adventure to paddle along the snake river in Idaho to the bottom of the gorgeous Shoshone Falls, also known as the Niagara of the West.

5 Awesome Hot Springs Near Stanley, Idaho

5 Awesome, Free Hot Springs Near Stanley, Idaho

Idaho is home to tons of hot springs. Here is the list of 5 awesome hot springs that you can find near Stanley, Idaho

Kirkham Hot Springs in Boise National Forest | Idaho

Box Boat Hot Springs, a Unique Spot in Stanley, ID

How to Find Valley Creek Hot Springs | Stanley, ID

Enjoying the Popular Boise River Float – Boise, ID

How to Spend a Day at Sunbeam Hot Springs | Stanley, ID

Boy Scout Canyon, located along the Colorado River, Nevada is home to hot springs, beautiful corridors with many fun obstacles to explore.

How to Kayak at Sand Harbor in Lake Tahoe, NV

How to Canoe Camping on Black Canyon Water Trail, a Secret Oasis Near Las Vegas

How to Get to Arizona Hot Springs | Willow Beach, AZ

Arizona Hot Springs, down the street from Hoover Dam features gorgeous views of the clear blue water from the Colorado River, colorful slot canyons, and beautiful pools of therapeutic hot springs.

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How to Kayak at Liberty Station in San Diego, CA

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Newport Bay – One of the Best Kayaking Spots in Newport Beach, CA

How to Spend Your Day at De Leon Springs | Florida

How to Find the Makapuu Tide Pools in Oahu, HI

Whitewater Rafting the Big Five on Lower Kern River

How to Spend a Day at Sunbeam Hot Springs | Stanley, ID

Wekiwa Springs State Park – Apopka, FL

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How to Swim With Leopard Sharks in La Jolla

Newport Bay – One of the Best Kayaking Spots in Newport Beach, CA

How to Kayak at Liberty Station in San Diego, CA

How to Kayak at Sand Harbor in Lake Tahoe, NV

Huntington Harbor, the Best Kayaking Spot for Beginners | CA

How to Kayak at Mission Bay | San Diego, CA

How to Go Kayaking on Mono Lake – Lee Vining, CA

Whitewater Rafting the Big Five on Lower Kern River

Hydrobikes: A Fun And Unique Thing to Do in San Diego

A Quick Guide to Visit Biscayne National Park | Florida

Complete Guide on How to Visit Dry Tortugas NP | Florida

What to Do at Blue Spring State Park, Orange City, FL

Swim with the Manatees in Three Sisters Springs, Crystal River, FL

7 Unique Things to Do Near Orlando That Aren’t Theme Parks

Most Beautiful Kayaking Spot in Florida: Silver Springs State Park

A Quick Guide to Visit Biscayne National Park | Florida

7 Unique Things to Do Near Orlando That Aren’t Theme Parks

Complete Guide on How to Visit Dry Tortugas NP | Florida

Swim with the Manatees in Three Sisters Springs, Crystal River, FL

Bioluminescence Kayak Tour – Titusville, FL

Wekiwa Springs State Park – Apopka, FL

Swim with the Manatees in Three Sisters Springs, Crystal River, FL

How to Spend Your Day at De Leon Springs | Florida

7 Unique Things to Do Near Orlando That Aren’t Theme Parks

How to Go Tubing at Kelly Park Rock Springs | Florida

Airboat Ride in Orlando with Wild Willy’s, Florida

Wekiwa Springs State Park – Apopka, FL

A Must-Do in Orlando! Catboat Ride with Catboat Escapes

3 Best Snorkeling Spots in Kauai for Beginners

Kiholo Bay – Queens Bath Hike, Big Island, HI

Everything You Need to Know About Hanauma Bay | Oahu

Snorkeling at Honaunau Bay or Two Step – Big Island, HI

Must do in Hawaii: Night Time Snorkel with Manta Rays

Kayaking Anahulu River: Popular Thing to Do on North Shore Oahu

Na Pali Coast Boat Ride with Na Pali Craze – Kauai, HI

Punaluu, the most beautiful Black Sand Beach on Big Island, HI

Tubing in Kauai with Kauai Backcountry Adventures

Shark Cage Tour with Hawaii Shark Encounters on North Shore, Oahu

Hapuna Beach: the Best Beach on the Big Island, HI

Must do in Hawaii: Night Time Snorkel with Manta Rays

Dolphin and Whale Watching With Wild Side Specialty Tour, Oahu, HI

How to Kayak to the Bottom of Shoshone Falls | Twin Falls, ID

5 Awesome, Free Hot Springs Near Stanley, Idaho

Kirkham Hot Springs in Boise National Forest | Idaho

Box Boat Hot Springs, a Unique Spot in Stanley, ID

How to Find Valley Creek Hot Springs | Stanley, ID

Enjoying the Popular Boise River Float – Boise, ID

How to Spend a Day at Sunbeam Hot Springs | Stanley, ID

How to Kayak at Sand Harbor in Lake Tahoe, NV

How to Canoe Camping on Black Canyon Water Trail, a Secret Oasis Near Las Vegas

How to Get to Arizona Hot Springs | Willow Beach, AZ

How to Find Hidden Under Water Cave at Gandy Warm Spring, UT

Hot Creek Springs, A Hidden Oasis in the Middle of Nevada’s Desert

Gold Strike Hot Springs, an Amazing Local Secret Near Las Vegas

How to Discover the Hidden Wonders of Boy Scout Canyon, Nevada

Fish Lake Valley, FREE Hot Spring in the Middle of Nevada Desert!

How to Canoe Camping on Black Canyon Water Trail, a Secret Oasis Near Las Vegas

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