Paddling Paradise, Melbourne

Paddling Paradise sits right on the banks of the serene Eau Gallie River, a waterway that sees its fair share of outdoorsy visitors. Once they pick their rentals from the shop—be it a stand-up paddleboard or kayak—these adventurers are just steps away from paddling the river. If they're not comfortable exploring solo on aquatic gear from Yolo Board, Hobie, and other brands, visitors can also join one of the shop's group outings. These range from race training and PaddleFit workouts to paddling tours of the river, which highlight its flora, fauna, and particularly scenic ripples.