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Orlando itself has lakes but no sea, so the paddling, manatee and river offers start at springs and rivers around the city and on the coast to the east. The list mixes manatee kayak trips, clear-bottom and night paddles with bioluminescence, snorkel days and cruises. Many are small groups, and the meeting point is often outside Orlando.
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⏱ 2 hours · 4.8 (239)
See some amazing wildlife on a beginner-friendly paddle by kayak in Orlando. Have your cameras ready for a manatee encounter, and see sunbathing gators and basking turtles on a…
from €86 per person
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⏱ 2 hours · 4.9 (211)
Discover what most visitors miss on a beginner-friendly small-group kayak tour with expert naturalist guides. Get closer to wild manatees than you ever imagined while exploring…
from €71 per person
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⏱ 1.5 hours · 4.5 (168)
Experience the natural phenomenon of bioluminescence plankton and comb jellies on a kayak tour of the Indian River Lagoon. Paddle through the water and watch the water light up.
from €57 per person
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⏱ 2 hours · 4.9 (151)
Paddle the crystal-clear waters of the Emerald Cut on a guided kayak adventure. Explore lush jungle scenery, spot wildlife, and enjoy swim stops.
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⏱ 2 hours · 4.8 (116)
Spot wild dolphins and manatees, see historic space launch sites on a small-group eco cruise, minutes from Port Canaveral and Cocoa Beach. Explore hidden lagoons and enjoy local…
from €62 per person
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⏱ 2 hours · 4.8 (111)
Cruise the Banana River viewing dolphin and manatees. Go through Canaveral Locks into Port Canaveral. Enjoy drinks and snacks while viewing cruise ships and the Port activity.
from €36 per person
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⏱ 11 hours · 4.6 (107)
Swim & snorkel with gentle manatees in Crystal River, enjoy a picnic lunch, then explore Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park. Tour includes hotel pick-up/drop-off from Disney, Unive…
from €151 per person
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⏱ 2 hours · 4.3 (79)
Experience one of Florida’s most unforgettable natural wonders as the water around you glows with every movement. Paddle through electric-blue bioluminescence—like floating thro…
from €67 per person
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⏱ 3 hours · 4.7 (71)
Enjoy a guided kayak tour along crystal clear waters and discover the land that Timucuan tribes inhabited. Admire the breathtaking beauty of Rock Springs Run in Orlando and witn…
from €85 per person
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⏱ 1 hour · 4.4 (50)
Embark on a journey along the St. Johns River from Blue Spring State Park in Orange City. Discover abundant wildlife, rich history, and the untamed beauty of Central Florida, gu…
from €24 per person
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⏱ 1.5 hours · 4.9 (46)
Experience the magic of nature's own light show on a bioluminescence kayak tour in the Indian River Lagoon. Glide through shimmering waters and witness glowing organisms in…
from €76 per person
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⏱ 2.5 hours · 4.8 (23)
Explore the Banana River Lagoon on a boat tour from Cocoa Beach. Spot dolphins, manatees, and other wildlife, and learn about the area's ecology from a local captain.
from €38 per person
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⏱ 2 hours · 4.8 (23)
Paddle through the stunning Emerald Cut of Rock Springs Run on a 2-hour guided tour. Enjoy crystal-clear waters, lush scenery, wildlife sightings, and swim stops.
from €79 per person
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⏱ 8 hours · 5.0 (19)
Escape Orlando on a full-day trip to Silver Springs State Park. Enjoy up to five hours for kayaking, glass-bottom boats, or scenic trails. Spot wildlife in crystal-clear waters…
from €78 per person
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⏱ 2.5 hours · 5.0 (10)
Explore Rock Springs Run on a guided kayak tour. Enjoy a golf cart ride to a private launch, float the emerald waters, spot wildlife, and swim in hidden spots.
from €84 per person
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⏱ 1.5 hours · 5.0 (8)
Paddle through the St. Johns River on a guided kayak tour from Orlando. Spot manatees, alligators, turtles, and native birds as you explore the river.
from €62 per person
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⏱ 2.5 hours · 5.0 (7)
Embark on a Wekiva River kayak adventure—encounter bears, diverse wildlife, and alligators in crystal-clear waters. Explore the authentic Florida on an eco-friendly, family-frie…
from €71 per person
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⏱ 4.5 hours · 5.0 (6)
Paddle 8 miles down Orlando’s closest wild river, home to a large population of enormous alligators, on the Orlando Alligator Experience. Let experienced guides bring you close…
from €167 per person
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⏱ 8 hours · 4.2 (6)
Discover Florida’s natural side on a relaxing escape to Rock Springs. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Apopka North Shore Wildlife Drive, then float down the crystal-clear Rock…
from €97 per person
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⏱ 2 hours · 4.1 (4)
Discover Winter Park’s Chain of Lakes on a guided clear kayak tour. Paddle through lush canals, spot wildlife, and admire elegant homes on this serene adventure.
from €70 per person
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⏱ 2 hours · 5.0 (3)
Paddle the crystal-clear waters of Blue Spring on a slow-paced kayak tour and look for Florida manatees and local wildlife.
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⏱ 2 hours · 1.0 (3)
Experience the scenic waters of Blue Spring State Park on a guided kayaking or SUP tour. Paddle through a protected manatee refuge, see bald eagles and sandhill cranes, and lear…
from €58 per person
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⏱ 2 hours · 4.8 (3)
Set out on a guided kayak tour of the St. Johns River in Orange City. Discover local flora and fauna, and enjoy a unique experience with your naturalist river guides in a small…
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⏱ 4 hours · 5.0 (2)
Drive a Polaris Slingshot on a scenic route through Central Florida. Enjoy the freedom of a road trip with a thoughtfully planned itinerary and stop to take photos and explore a…
from €159 per group up to 2
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Explore the waterways near Orlando and Sanford on this guided standup paddling and kayaking tour. See gentle manatees swimming in the water as you paddle through cypress groves.
from €58 per person
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⏱ 1.5 hours · 5.0 (1)
Paddle through Merritt Island waters after dark on a guided kayak tour. Watch for seasonal bioluminescence glowing beneath your clear bottom kayak.
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⏱ 5 hours 0
Explore Silver Springs, The Original Theme Park, on a guided kayak tour from Orlando. Paddle through crystal-clear waters, spot wildlife, and enjoy a small-group experience with…
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⏱ 2 hours 0
Paddle through a wildlife refuge and look for manatees, dolphins, and rays. Choose a kayak or paddleboard and explore Florida waters with included gear.
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⏱ 2 hours 0
The golden evening light reflecting off the lake creates a peaceful atmosphere. With sunset colors stretching across the sky, this tour is perfect for a romantic evening or a pe…
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⏱ 2 hours 0
Along the St. Johns River and its watershed are vast floodplain marshes, creating an ideal habitat that attracts more than 200 bird species, more than any other habitat in Centr…
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⏱ 5.5 hours 0
Paddle the Wekiva River and take in Central Florida's sand pine scrub and blackwater swamps. Look for alligators and rare black bears from the safety of your kayak.
from €191 per person
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⏱ 2 hours 0
Paddle through mangrove waterways at sunset in Cocoa Beach. Watch for glowing comb jellies and spot local wildlife from a guided kayak tour.
from €89 per person
Check availability →Good to know: Manatees gather in the warm springs in the cooler months, roughly November to March, so a summer date may show far fewer or none; ask the operator what the season means for your date. Wildlife is never guaranteed. Bring a change of clothes, and read the minimum age and weight rules on the booking page.
Good to know
Orlando is built around theme parks: Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld and others. Outside the parks, the offers we list cover Kennedy Space Center, airboat and alligator outings, manatee kayak tours, dinner shows, ICON Park and helicopter flights.
No. Orlando is inland. The nearest Atlantic beaches, such as Cocoa Beach, are roughly an hour's drive east, and Gulf Coast beaches near Clearwater are farther.
The Visitor Complex is on Merritt Island at Cape Canaveral, roughly an hour's drive east of Orlando's tourist areas. A ticket alone does not include the journey; some listings add transport from Orlando for a full day.
No. Everglades National Park is in South Florida, hours from Orlando. Airboat rides sold here, even when the title says Everglades, run on lakes and wetlands in Central Florida.
Distances between the parks, International Drive and the outings east and north are large. Many tours include hotel pickup and shuttles serve some routes, but a car or rideshare gives the most flexibility. Check each booking page for the meeting point.
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