Outdoor activities abound in The Palm Beaches for visitors of every angle, interest and ability. From kayaking through the mangrove forests to private polo lessons, travellers are invited to soak up the Floridian sun and explore the great outdoors.
Set along 47 miles of golden-sand beaches and home to a diverse collection of 39 cities and towns, see a roundup of activities below:
Underwater adventures at 160 dive sites
The Gulf Stream swings closer to the shore along the coastlines of The Palm Beaches than anywhere else in the eastern United States, bringing unique marine life for divers to explore.
With more than 160 dive sites, visitors can choose from a range of freediving and cage diving expeditions while being educated on the area’s magnificent creatures, including sharks, sea turtles, stingrays, dolphins and manatees.
Phil Foster Park, located in Riviera Beach, has one of the most popular diving spots for snorkelers and scuba divers in Palm Beach County: The Snorkel Trail.
This underwater trail features an 800-foot-long tract of artificial reef made up of Anastasia rock boulders. For those looking to stay dry, shark viewing trips allow guests to watch the sharks up close from the boat without getting wet, while educational centres such as Loggerhead Marinelife Center and Manatee Lagoon Center offer educational experiences and on-land viewing opportunities.
Pedal in The Palm Beaches
What better way to enjoy the sun, fresh air and freedom of The Palm Beaches than by cycling along the many trails and routes across the county?
From the Lake Trail on Palm Beach – a paved bike path running nearly six miles along the Intracoastal Waterway where visitors can marvel at the scenery and magnificent mansions, to the Everglades swamplands along scenic birding trails, there are dozens of biking trails to suit all adventurers.
For peddlers looking to have their holiday fun while staying fit at the same time, Palm Beach’s Cycle Party tours are the perfect option. Expertly engineered quadricycles carrying up to 15 passengers take peddlers to various bars and restaurants across West Palm Beach.
Kayak through the mangroves and look out for alligators
For travellers not worried about getting a little wet, enjoy a scenic kayak ride through the mangrove tunnels and crystal-clear lagoons of The Palm Beaches.
Perfect for the outdoorsy couple, paddle along the Loxahatchee River at Jupiter’s Riverbend Park and look out for otters, sea turtles and even alligators during a real paddle adventure! Should seaside exploration be desired, there are plenty of options for beachside adventures as well.
Perfect your swing at Drive Shack, West Palm Beach
Recently opened in October 2019, Drive Shack’s West Palm Beach venue is the golf entertainment attraction’s second U.S. location.
Designed for players of all ages and skills, Drive Shack offers visitors exciting augmented reality range games, virtual courses, and state-of-the-art golf equipment for those looking to improve their game.
The all-in-one golf and entertainment destination offers three levels of interactive golf gaming with lounge seating, a signature restaurant and bar, as well as retro arcade games, giving guests the chance to socialise and compete in exciting games and activities on offer.
Paddleboard in Paradise
With 47 miles of shoreline and a labyrinth of rivers, inlets and waterways crisscrossing the coast, The Palm Beaches are a stand-up paddleboarder’s paradise.
Perfect for the mind, body and soul, stand-up paddleboarding in South Florida’s tropical climate and warm water temperatures is the ultimate way to explore the beautiful scenery of The Palm Beaches under the glorious sunshine.
For those who haven’t jumped on the SUP bandwagon, this is definitely the place to do it.
District Fit, West Palm Beach
District Fit is a large-scale wellness festival in March and October focused on mindful practices, physical fitness, and a health-conscious lifestyle hosted at Hilton West Palm Beach and Rosemary Square.
From 12-15 March, District Fit will feature a line-up of free and donation-based classes, including various yoga practices, self-defence, boot camp, HIIT, cardio conditioning and more, led by elite instructors and in support of United Way’s Women United initiative. Additional health-centric events include live performances and curated dining experiences.
Visitors are welcome to join other like-minded people in this beautiful environment to raise money for a great cause.
Polo in The Palm Beaches
The Palm Beach International Polo Season gallops into Wellington every January through April, bringing with it the world’s premier polo players, luxury traditions and field-side champagne brunches. Visitors can enjoy the one-of-a-kind festivities at The International Polo Club (IPC), which hosts the elaborate season as well as the International Gay Polo Tournament.
For those who want the chance to learn how to play like the pros and to really fit in with the local luxury lifestyle, the IPC has its own International Polo School, offering lessons to all ages, riding levels, and disciplines with a personal pony and trained instructor.
Fishing adventures
As one of the top fishing destinations in South Florida, The Palm Beaches are an angler’s paradise. Whether saltwater or freshwater, inshore or offshore, there are plenty of fishing charters and adventures to take visitors on the ultimate fishing experience.
iOutdoor Fishing Adventures, Palm Breeze Charters and Blue Heron Fleet can provide private charters for a guided Floridian fishing experience, or alternatively, travellers can go it alone and rent kayaks for their own fishing adventure.
How to get to The Palm Beaches:
America As You Like It is offering a four-night package to The Palm Beaches from £795 per person, based on two sharing, including return flights from London Heathrow to Miami International Airport with British Airways, four nights of bed and breakfast at the Best Western Palm Beach Lakes and four days fully inclusive car hire.
Package available from now through June 2020, and is subject to availability. To book a visit www.americaasyoulikeit.com or call 020 8742 8299.
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