Trip Date: Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026
Trip Location: Cocoa Beach, Florida
Registration Opens: Sunday, Aug. 30 at 12 p.m.
Registration Closes: Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 12 p.m.
Register for this trip in the UCF Recreation and Wellness Center (RWC) app or through the UCF RWC Membership Portal website. All trips are now first come, first served. All UCF Global trips open three weeks before the first day of the trip. If the trip is full, you can register for the waitlist using the link above.
Pre-Trip Date & Time: Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 6 p.m.
Trip Description: Discover the beauty of Florida's famous Thousand Islands from the water! We'll wind through narrow mangrove tunnels, explore sheltered lagoons and experience one of the Space Coast's most unique coastal ecosystems. Along the way, keep an eye out for dolphins, manatees, shorebirds and other wildlife. This beginner-friendly adventure is a great introduction to paddling and Florida's incredible natural beauty.
What's Included: All of our adventures include all necessary gear for the activity (including vessels, paddles, and PFDs), transportation to/from the activity, and professional guidance by Outdoor Adventure Trip Leaders. All staff are certified in First Aid/CPR/AED.
What's Not Included: Participants should wear athletic clothing (swimsuits, dry-fit clothing), appropriate footwear (shoes that fit closely to your feet and can get wet), and bring personal water/snacks. We will provide a full packing list at the pre-trip meeting.
Tentative Itinerary (time and activities are subject to change):
6:30 a.m. – Arrive at Outdoor Adventure Center and travel to Thousand Islands in Cocoa Beach, Florida
8 a.m. – Arrive at Thousand Islands Boat Ramp and unpack
9 a.m.–2 p.m. – Paddle about 5 miles around the Thousand Islands mangrove tunnels
2:30 p.m. – Load up and travel back to UCF
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