The 10 Best Boat Tours & Water Sports in Nashville, Tennessee (TN)

Since 2011 Nashville Paddle Co. Has been the source for stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) in Music City. We offer board and kayak rentals; SUP Intro, Yoga & Fitness classes; Full Moon Paddles; Team Building events, Bachelorette Parties, Excursions and more by advance reservation. Our paddleboard yoga and how-to classes are taught by certified instructors. We donate a portion of our proceeds to local watershed organizations. We are the only lakeside paddleboard business in Nashville, thanks to a public/private partnership with Metro Parks. We are authorized Nashville dealers for YOLO and Hala Gear paddleboards. We recommend making reservations in advance, as weekends do tend to sell out in summer. Come see Music City on SUP with us!

Downtown Nashville's Premier Outdoor Adventure Company. We provide Standup Paddleboard and Kayak Tours that begin and end at Nashville's famous Honkey Tonk district. All you do is show up, and we take care of the rest. Come see why our views are being called, "The Best View of Nashville."

Nashville SUP Board Pro Shop on the Water! Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) is the fastest growing water sport in the country. SUP is the perfect mix of exercise and adventure. From a personal one-on-one lesson to our Group paddles, you are sure to find exactly what you need with us here at Paddle Up, whether your a first time or experienced paddler. We will open back up in March or April. Call us if you have questions or want to buy a board!

Neptune diving and ski is a unique shop where snow sports and scuba diving have come together. Since 1973, Neptune has introduced a professional place where outdoor enthusiast can buy, learn and travel anything snow, scuba or snorkel.

Cumberland Kayak Urban Adventure Company provides everything you need to paddle the beautiful Cumberland River and the downtown Nashville skyline!

Ohana Dive Co. is a family run and operated business. We pride ourselves on professionalism and fun! Whether you are new to scuba or are a seasoned diver, we have certification courses, specialty courses and group (or private) dive trips around the world to satisfy every member of your family.

Go over 35 MPH on a gas powered surfboard. Jetsurf boards are the most fun way to play on the water. Use just one finger to control your speed, and your feet to steer the board. Experience speed and exhilaration or just cruise around and take in the sights while you glide across the water on a state of the art carbon fiber Jetsurf board.

River Queen Voyages is Nashville's original & premier downtown paddling rental company on the Cumberland River! Voted "Best View of the City" by the Nashville Scene! We offer several routes -- our two most popular routes: (1) Beginner 3-mile kayak route from Shelby Park to downtown Riverfront Park. Plan about an hour on water, 2 hours total, depending on current. (2) Intermediate 5-mile kayak route from near Opryland to Shelby Park. Plan 2 hours on water, 3 hours total, depending on current. We also have a few canoes and SUPs in our fleet. Other routes and special group rates available upon request! We love to put people on the water <3

Ed Martin is a Pro Staff Member for Triton Boats, Motorguide Trolling Motors, Humminbird Fishfinders/GPS and Clark Marine Sales. His fishing has revolved around morning and afternoon guided trips on Percy Priest Lake, located 15 minutes from downtown Nashville, TN. Ed consistently catches Stripers and Hybrid Striped Bass on Percy Priest Reservoir. Call for fishing reports, fishing charters, boat tours, or wildlife tours.

The Pontoon Saloon is Nashville’s Premier party barge on the Cumberland River. Step aboard the 50 foot floating saloon and enjoy a public or private cruise with your group. The Saloon holds up to 45 guests with table top seating and an open top bow. The BYOB cruises give you 2 hrs to enjoy the river and amazing views of downtown Nashville. Pricing starts around $40 per person with large group discounts. We provide a unique experience and are the only party barge in Nashville! No traffic, no pedaling, just partying! Check out our website to join the party today!