Cremation at sea in Florida is one of the most meaningful, peaceful, and eco-friendly ways to honor a loved one's final wishes. Whether you call it burial at sea, ash scattering, spreading cremains across the ocean, or a sea memorial service — Ashes at Sea Florida provides a dignified, captain-led ceremony off the coast of New Smyrna Beach, serving families throughout Central Florida, Volusia County, Brevard County, Orange County, Seminole County, and Osceola County.
What Is Cremation at Sea in Florida? Cremation at sea — also called burial at sea or ocean ash scattering — is the process of scattering a loved one's cremated remains (cremains) into the ocean. Under federal EPA regulations and Florida state law, cremains must be scattered at least 3 nautical miles offshore. Ashes at Sea Florida is fully compliant with all federal and state requirements. Captain Brad, a licensed and experienced captain, performs every ceremony with care, reverence, and professionalism.
Burial at Sea Florida: Attended vs. Non-Attended Services. Ashes at Sea Florida offers two types of burial at sea ceremonies in Florida. The Attended Burial at Sea ($550 for up to 3 people, $50 per additional guest) allows family members to join Captain Brad on the boat for a private, intimate ceremony at sea. You'll travel through the scenic Indian River Lagoon and out Ponce Inlet to the 3-nautical-mile mark. The Non-Attended Burial at Sea ($425) is ideal for families who prefer a private ceremony conducted by Captain Brad on their behalf. Both services include the exact GPS coordinates of the scattering location — the precise latitude and longitude where your loved one's cremains were spread across the ocean.
Spreading Cremains Across the Ocean in Florida: What to Expect. On the day of your ceremony, you'll meet Captain Brad at 2455 Boat Ramp Drive, New Smyrna Beach, FL. The boat ride to the offshore location takes approximately 10–15 minutes through some of Florida's most beautiful coastal waterways. Families often spot dolphins, pelicans, and other Florida wildlife along the way. Once offshore, Captain Brad will slow the vessel and conduct the ash scattering ceremony. You're welcome to say a few words, read a prayer or poem, play music via Bluetooth, or scatter biodegradable flowers alongside the cremains. The atmosphere is quiet, reverent, and deeply healing.
Is It Legal to Scatter Ashes at Sea in Florida? Yes — scattering cremains at sea in Florida is completely legal when performed at least 3 nautical miles offshore, in compliance with EPA regulations under the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act. Ashes at Sea Florida meets all federal and Florida state requirements for every ceremony. Scattering ashes directly on Florida beaches or in inland waterways is generally not permitted without special authorization. The cleanest, most legally certain option is an offshore burial at sea — which is exactly what we provide.
Burial at Sea Near Me: Cities We Serve Across Florida. Ashes at Sea Florida serves families from across Central Florida and the Space Coast. Our departure point in New Smyrna Beach is approximately 1 hour from Orlando, Kissimmee, and Sanford; 30 minutes from Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach, and Port Orange; 45 minutes from Melbourne and Titusville; and 1.5 hours from Palm Coast and St. Augustine. We serve families from New Smyrna Beach, Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach, Port Orange, Edgewater, Palm Coast, Flagler Beach, Orlando, Kissimmee, Sanford, Lake Mary, Altamonte Springs, Clermont, Leesburg, Ocala, Gainesville, St. Cloud, Melbourne, Titusville, Cocoa Beach, DeLand, Deltona, and all surrounding communities.
Ash Scattering Ceremony Florida: What's Included. Every burial at sea ceremony with Ashes at Sea Florida includes: a licensed, experienced captain (Captain Brad) to conduct the ceremony; a private boat departure from New Smyrna Beach; travel to the 3-nautical-mile offshore location; a reverent, personalized ash scattering ceremony; the exact GPS coordinates of the scattering location; and the option for Bluetooth music on our larger attended-service vessel. An optional commemorative nautical certificate — personalized with your loved one's name, the date, and the GPS coordinates — is also available.
Cremains Spread Across the Ocean: A Healing Farewell. Many families choose burial at sea because their loved one had a deep connection to the ocean — they were a fisherman, a sailor, a beach lover, or simply someone who found peace by the water. Spreading cremains across the ocean in Florida is a way of returning them to something vast, eternal, and beautiful. Families consistently describe the experience as unexpectedly peaceful and healing. The open horizon, the sound of the waves, and the sense of a meaningful farewell create a ceremony that stays with families for a lifetime.
Memorial Boxes & Keepsakes for Burial at Sea. After your ceremony, you may want a lasting keepsake to remember the occasion. Ashes at Sea Florida offers handcrafted memorial shadow boxes — beautiful, ocean-themed keepsakes with real Florida beach sand, a personalized ocean scene, GPS coordinates, and a small sealed glass bottle for a portion of ashes or a birthstone. Available in three sizes: 5×5 ($150), 8×8 ($200), and 8×10 ($250). These make meaningful sympathy gifts and bereavement keepsakes for family members who could not attend the ceremony.
How to Book a Burial at Sea in Florida. Booking a burial at sea or ash scattering ceremony with Ashes at Sea Florida is simple. Call Captain Brad directly at (386) 401-9900, or use our online booking form at ashes-at-sea-florida.com/booking. A $100 deposit secures your date. We accept PayPal and Square. Captain Brad monitors weather conditions and will reschedule at no charge if conditions are unsafe. We are available 7 days a week and can often accommodate short-notice bookings. If you have questions about cremation at sea in Florida, burial at sea near you, spreading cremains across the ocean, or any aspect of our services, Captain Brad is always happy to talk — call (386) 401-9900 today.