ORLANDO
Orlando’s best days out.
The 15 most popular cruises & boat tours 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.
Covered riverboat cruise on East Lake Tohopekaliga in St. Cloud: 90 minutes of music, games, drinks for sale, and sunset views
Most Popular“There was no boat ride Noone showed up. Waited for 2 hours I guess it was canceled. Did not receive any notification.”
Pre-book a shared Orlando Airport/hotel shuttle to Port Canaveral. AC comfort, mobile ticket, flexible pickup or return from $31.
“They never showed up to get us to the airport. We had to get an Uber . I would never refer them to my family or friends”
Two hours on a Cocoa Beach catamaran at sunset, spotting dolphins, manatees and birds in the Banana River and Thousand Islands.
“The staff were super friendly and knowledgeable! The sunset was beautiful! They don’t serve alcohol on the boat but you can bring your own. I wish I knew that. Lol”
Small-group catamaran dolphin sail off Cocoa Beach: spot dolphins and manatees, birds, and get soda and water for about 2 hours.
“We had a fantastic time on the Dolphin Adventure Sail! Our guide, Brian, was incredible—he was so patient and great with our kid, and he definitely knew exactly where to find the dolphins. It was a wonderful experience and absolutely worth the trip. Highly recommended!”
A small-group 2-hour boat tour through Florida’s Indian River Lagoon, with dolphins, manatees, birds, and local captain storytelling.
“An amazing experience! Communication about when and where to meet for the tour was clear and timely. Accessing the pontoon boat was also easy and would be great for those with mobility issues. Our guide, Captain Jack, was incredibly knowledgeable and pointed out all manner of wildlife while explaining the ecosystem of the area. We…”
Pontoon boat pub crawl in Winter Haven: 3 hours, 5 lakeside bars and restaurants, Captain Dave, wildlife, and sunset cruising.
“Had a great evening on the water with Dave. He was great at communicating before to ensure a smooth arrival and we had a wonderful time on the boat with him and other guests. He knows the area and truly tailors the experience to what you want. We enjoyed our time and it was a…”
Be your own captain on a 2-hour catamaran ride through Clermont’s lakes and cypress marshes, with radio help from a guide for $95.
“Well worth the trip. Our guide was fantastic. I believe she had as much fun as we did. we will be back again and bring more people.”
A 90-minute pontoon eco cruise from Kissimmee on Lake Toho with Captain Chris, spotting gators and birds in small groups for $55.
“Captain is very kind and knowledgeable.”
Enjoy a 2-hour Cocoa Beach pontoon cruise through the Banana River Lagoon’s Thousand Islands, spotting wildlife with a naturalist guide.
“Good way to spend an afternoon. Two hours on a slow cruise gave us the opportunity to view the many species of flora and fauna that populate the Banana River basin.”
Orlando’s Kennedy Space Center plus a St. Johns River airboat ride, with transport from select hotels and an astronaut meet-and-greet.
“NASA was amazing and the tour guide was invaluable and informative. But ultimately we paid for an airboat ride to see alligators. The captain of the boat tried his best to find them but he said that the gaters were not in the shallows now and they were not allowed to take the boats into…”
Cocoa Beach Banana River sunset cruise for dolphins, manatees, and Thousand Islands views. Fun captain-led music, $48, 1.5 hours.
“our tour guide Diane and Captain Mike were amazing we saw 2 dolphins and a family of 8 manatee and other birds and wildlife. On top of all that it was a very informative and fun experience Loved it and highly recommend!!!”
Private 2-hour sail on Lake Fairview from Orlando. Captain Dan teaches basics on a 25-ft keel boat. $89 per person.
“Thanks, Captain Dan. We had a great sail with you, and thanks again for the impromptu lesson. We’re really looking forward to continuing to learn to tack and jibe.”
Private, air-conditioned transfers between Orlando Intl Airport (MCO) and Port Canaveral, with flight-aware pickup and easy communication.
“I recently used a transport company for my journey from the boat to the airport, and I couldn't be more impressed. The service was exceptional from start to finish. The staff was professional, punctual, and incredibly helpful, ensuring a smooth transition during my travels. The vehicle was clean and comfortable, making the ride enjoyable. They…”
Speedboat thrills on the Gulf plus Clearwater Beach time, with round-trip Orlando transport and optional lunch, for $129.
“Viator caused me a lot of unneeded stress on this trip. They told me to be ready to be picked up by 7:50 a.m. I was there in plenty of time and no one came to pick us up until 8:30 am. After reaching out numerous times they finally got back to me in chat…”
Enjoy a private 2-hour sunset sail on Lake Fairview from Orlando with a licensed captain, bring-your-own snacks, and cozy cockpit seating.
“What a wonderful experience! Dan was amazing and so fun. The boat is beautiful and the sunset was gorgeous. I highly recommend!”
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