ORLANDO
Orlando’s best days out.
The 15 most popular canoes & kayaks around Orlando, from the theme-park gates out to the spring runs and the Space Coast. Prices, run times and who to book each one with.
Clear-bottom kayak through Rock Springs Emerald Cut near Orlando with a small-group guide, wildlife spotting, and spring-water swim.
Most Popular“While the advertising says we may see turtles, alligators, etc. the guide told us we would have had to go on a different route for that possibility.”
Paddle a glass-bottom kayak on Rainbow Springs with a small guide-led group. See fish, turtles, otters, and more in clear water.
“A fantastic individualised trip with our informative guide Andres. We saw so much wildlife including Anhingas, Turtles, Herons, Egrets, Alligator, Fish. The Spring is so beautiful. So glad we visited.”
Kayak Cocoa Beach’s Thousand Islands mangrove tunnels with a small guide, spotting manatees and dolphins. Gear and photos included.
“We had an amazing trip out with our guide Michael - he knew so much about the wildlife, flora and fauna - it ended up being just our family and it was the perfect way to spend Christmas morning - the manatee were shy today but the birds and dolphins wished us a Merry Christmas…”
Paddle at night near Cocoa Beach to see bioluminescent dinoflagellates or comb jellies with a guided kayak tour and PFDs included.
“Me and my partner got there for the 10:45pm trip with Zoey and we were so happy to have her as our guide. We soon found out were the only ones booked for the trip and knowing that she was going to be our guide helped us feel so much safer. The weather was perfect,…”
Paddle through the Banana River at night and watch plankton glow in the dark on a small-group bioluminescence kayak tour.
“If u like nature and the stars. It's a beautiful experience. Seeing the bioluminescence is beautiful to c.”
Glass-bottom kayaking at Silver Springs with a small group and guided paddle training. Wildlife spotting on clear water. Park fees extra.
“It was truly one of a kind experience! Our tour guide, Bry, was so patient, knowledgeable and very sweet. She definitely made this tour the amazing family memories we will cherish forever!”
2-hour clear kayak in Silver Springs for $80. See manatees, turtles, and wild monkeys with a guide.
“Steve was great . We got to see lots of wildlife not just manatees . Would highly recommend the glass bottom kayaking”
Paddle a night kayak on Haulover Canal in Titusville to spot blue bioluminescence, fish trails, and glowing comb jellies on a 90-minute tour.
“Terrance was an amazing guide. He informed us of the history of the area, was very patience with the beginners, and took amazing photos.”
Paddle Silver Springs State Park on a clear kayak or paddleboard for possible manatees, turtles, and monkeys, plus guide photos and dry comfort.
“It was so fun. Saw everything I was hoping to see. Tour guide was awesome, friendly and great sense of humor. Will highly recommend this to friends and family that will be traveling to FL.”
Guided kayak on Shingle Creek near Orlando through old-growth cypress forest, with ACA-certified safety, wildlife spotting, and gear included.
“Joshua was our tour guide for this trip. We were very lucky because there was only the two of us, and Joshua really took his time showing us the creek. He was very knowledgeable, sharing so many interesting facts about the trees, plants and animals, including all their Latin nRead more”
Bioluminescent clear kayaking at Merritt Island in 100% clear kayaks. Spot glowing life below. Small group, about 90 minutes.
“Blare was an incredible guide who provided an unforgettable experience, will certainly be back and ask for him specifically!”
Kayak the spring-fed Silver River on a clear kayak. Spot manatees and monkeys with a small-group guide in about 2 hours.
“It is an easy float and easy to paddle. Aly helped my wife get in and out of the canoe who is physically challenged at times”
Kayak Haulover Canal for manatees and dolphins on Florida’s Space Coast. Small group wildlife spotting, gear included, calm water.
“We had a wonderful time with our tour guide Brian! It was very fun, peaceful, and beautiful to kayak around surrounded by nature, the flora and fauna.”
Paddleboard or kayak down Silver Springs on clear waters. Wildlife spotting, included gear, and expert guides for an easy 2.5-hour outing.
“We had an amazing time. I’m sorry I forgot our guide name because he was absolutely amazing and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend Sassy’s tour. It goes into rhe preservation of the matinees, the wildlife and silver springs. Great time!!”
Paddle Blue Spring State Park near Orlando to spot winter manatees up close, with small-group safety and wildlife watching.
“Awesome loved the manatees!! Had a wonderful time kayaking saw turtles and alligators! The guide was great very informative!”
From the springs to the Space Coast, and every way to spend the day.
