ItineraryNature & Outdoors
If you're an adrenaline junkie looking for your next thrill-packed escape? Amelia Island isn’t just about serene beaches and charming landscapes, it’s also a playground for the adventurous traveler. Here's a 3-day itinerary for those focusing on exciting outdoor activities and local dining options, along with a most unique place to lay your head at night.
Any Adventure Lover would agree that staying a few nights in a treehouse is fun on a whole new level.
Amelia Island Treehouse is tucked away on a 5-acre property and offers tranquility, modern amenities, and a perfect central location. You’re just a short drive from the beach and historic downtown Fernandina Beach, making it a prime spot for your adventure-filled weekend.
Start your day with Backwater Cat Adventures where you drive your own 2-seat catamaran boat while a guide in a lead boat shows you the back waters around Amelia and Cumberland Islands.
This 2.5 hour trip showcases wildlife, sea life, historic sites (Fort Clinch) and the beaches of Cumberland Island. Great for families with children 5 years old and up. It’s like a go-cart on the water and some serious fun!
If you’re looking for a mix of delicious food, friendly ambiance, waterfront views, and shopping – welcome to Marché Burette, the market and deli of your dreams nestled in the heart of The Shops at Omni Amelia Island. Marché Burette invites you to come hungry, sit a spell, shop a while and leave happy!
The French Dip will melt in your mouth while the Turkey, Apple & Brie Panini is amazing on sourdough. Looking for something light? Try the Curry Lentil Salad or Spring Asparagus Soup. Sip on a glass of sweet iced tea or an ice cold beer and plan your next adventure.
Discover the natural beauty in the waters surrounding Amelia Island by Kayaking through Lofton Creek’s calm blackwater or the tidal currents near Cumberland Island.
This is a perfect mix of relaxation and adventure where you’ll experience local wildlife and sea life up close, as well as witness histocial landmarks from a different vantage point.
Enjoy an incredible sushi dinner in downtown Fernandina’s Akari Sushi where modern takes on classic Japanese dishes are made with the freshest ingredients.
Dine on poke bowls, rice bowls, sushi and sashimi, chef’s specials, and sushi burrito’s. Everything here is tasty.
INSIDER TIP: Try the Jaguar Roll. It’s a deep-fried eel roll stuffed with avocado and cream cheese, drizzled with spicy mayo, peach sauce, and eel sauce. The perfect combination of sweet, and spicy.
With fast friendly service, a downhome atmosphere and mounds of food, the Beach Diner has been serving up hearty breakfasts for over 20 years and is the perfect spot to get fueled up for day two. House favorites include omelettes, eggs benedict, pancakes, and breakfast sandwiches.
And what is it about diner coffee that tastes so good? A mug of good hot coffee and a glass of Florida orange juice and you’re ready to go!
INSIDER TIP: The Eggs Benedict on lump crab cake is outstanding.
Ever dreamed of soaring through the skies like a bird? Barefoot Flyers will make that dream become a reality when you take to the skies over the beautiful coastline of Amelia Island on a powered paraglider accompanied by a certified flight instructor.
Or, for the ultimate adrenaline rush, Skydive Amelia Island will give you the thrill of freefalling to earth right beside the Atlantic Ocean so you can cross that one off your bucket list!
If you’re craving classic deli sandwiches stuffed with delicious meats and cheeses, as well as salads with a twist, 4th Street Deli is sandwich (and salad) heaven. It wasn’t voted the island’s Best Sandwich Shop & Deli for nothing.
Try the Hot Pastrami packed with pepper jack cheese, pastrami, pepperoni, and jalapeños. Or, the Washington Roast Beef featuring roast beef, ripe brie, and marinated mushrooms. Oh yeah.
Explore the island in an FUV (Fun Utility Vehicle) from Amelia Island Board Rentals. This powerful and sporty ride is 100% electric with a 102-mile range and can travel at speeds up to 65 MPH! The Arcimoto is perfect for eco-conscious adventurers and those looking for an exhilarating way to navigate the island.
Or, if you’d rather cruise on the sandy beaches of Amelia Island, rent one of their electric skateboards and take off!
Cucina South offers fresh, authentic Italian-style cuisine featuring pasta, pizza, seafood, and an extensive beer and wine list.
“Years of experience culminated with a passion for food, wine and love for people” have made this delicious eatery a popular dining spot for visitors and locals alike.
Grab breakfast at one of our favorite island spots, Tortuga Jack’s, located on the 2nd Floor of Sliders Seaside Grill.
This oceanfront restaurant serves up a delicious Baja Mexican breakfast to kickstart your day in just the right way with dishes like Huevos Rancheros (black beans and scrambled eggs fiesta topped with pico de gallo) or the Buenos Dios Burrito which is a 12-inch flour tortilla stuffed with eggs, jalapenos, onion, peppers, cheese and your choice of chicken, chorizo or ground beef.
Take a fishing adventure in the open sea or inland waterways by chartering a boat from one of the island’s many charter boat companies for the opportunity to land red bass, trout, flounder, tarpon, and more.
If you’d rather get your own boat for a morning of fishing, Amelia Boat Club & Rentals will “hook” you up with anything from a 2-person waverunner up to a 7-person, 24ft Leisure Kraft Tritoon boat. We’re pretty sure there will be plenty of fish tales to share whichever way you go.
Nestled by the marina, Kitchen 251 provides an indoor or open-air dining experience with panoramic views of the marsh, marina and Amelia River.
Start with some Fish Dip and a bowl of their famous Corn and Crab Soup. The local wild caught Shrimp Basket served fried, grilled or blackened is always a crowd favorite. Make sure you try the Red Beans, Rice and Sausage side for a little bit of that island cajun magic.
Saddle up for an unforgettable journey along the sandy Amelia Island shores. With professional guides and well-trained horses from Amelia Island Horseback Riding or Happy Trails Walking Horses, you’ll experience the coastline like never before. It’s a dream ride come true and an adventure you’ll always remember.
Giddy up!
Sadly, it’s your last night. End your trip with a cozy dinner at Pogo’s Kitchen, featuring southern refinement with a modern twist.
You can dine inside but try to sit outside on the patio for nice Florida ambiance. Sip on a good bottle of wine and start out with raw oysters, done either Classic (cocktail sauce) or Pogo’s style (champagne) all while planning your next visit to Amelia Island. Everything at Pogo’s is good and the service is even better.
INSIDER TIP: For a tastebud sensation, try the Roasted Duck served with creamy morel farro, asparagus and duck jus.Â
These suggestions are just a sneak peek of all Amelia Island has to offer as you plan your Adventurous Getaway. Discover more and plan you perfect trip on WWW.AMELIAISLAND.COM for a complete list of places to stay, eat and play.