ORLANDO
Orlando’s best days out.
The 15 most popular evening experiences 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.
Paddle through the Banana River at night and watch plankton glow in the dark on a small-group bioluminescence kayak tour.
Most Popular“The entire trip exceeded expectations. The location, environment, guides, and overall experience could not have been better. A must see if in this area!”
Cocoa Beach Banana River sunset cruise with wildlife spotting, crew music, and a smooth start to dinner by the water.
“Nice slow cruise on pontoon boat around periphery of bay. Pat narrated some natural islands and local wildlife. Got to see some dolphins. Nothing fancy.”
Covered riverboat cruise on East Lake Tohopekaliga in St. Cloud: 90 minutes of music, games, drinks for sale, and sunset views
“There was no boat ride Noone showed up. Waited for 2 hours I guess it was canceled. Did not receive any notification.”
Sunset kayak in Cocoa Beach through mangrove tunnels in small groups, searching for dolphins and manatees with guides and free photos.
“Christina was a great guide. Patient, accommodating, a good photographer too! We had good time. Spotted birds and dolphin. Mangrove tunnel was fun too.”
Sunset clear-kayak tour through Winter Park’s Chain of Lakes and canals, small group wildlife views, $80 per person.
“Great escape during a work trip. We really enjoyed our guide Kally. Fun way to see some beautiful sites.”
Manatee and sunset bird kayak from Merritt Island, ending with nighttime bioluminescence. Paddle rivers near Cocoa Beach in 3 hours.
“Tour is fabulous guide Amanda is knowledgeable”
Two hours on a Cocoa Beach catamaran at sunset, spotting dolphins, manatees and birds in the Banana River and Thousand Islands.
“The tour was great and informative. The captain was very personable, knowledgeable, very capable with the manner in which he handled the boat.”
1-hour sunset airboat ride near Orlando with small-boat views, wildlife spotting, and a relaxing end-of-day plan at Boggy Creek.
“Brandon was an excellent Captain/guide! We saw a few Gators, lots of different varieties of birds. Experienced a beautiful sunset! We Highly recommend for a fun trip!!”
Paddle Cocoa Beach mangrove tunnels at sunset, then watch bioluminescent comb jellies light up the water on a small-group night tour.
“Habe die Tour mit meiner Tochter (9) gemacht. Wir haben Delphine gesehen. Die Fahrt durch die Mangroventunnel war sehr cool. Am tollsten war aber natürlich die biolumineszenz zu sehen - das war unglaublich faszinierend.”
Paddle the Haulover Canal near Merritt Island at sunset, hunt for bioluminescence, and watch wildlife with all gear provided.
“Fue muy linda experiencia, vimos delfines y manatees, pero no la bioluminicencia sin mucha explicación del porque no se veia”
A 1-hour night airboat through the Florida Everglades near Kissimmee, with hearing protection, life vests, and real chances to spot alligators.
“You never know what you’ll see The airboat was fun and exciting to ride over the grasses and lily pads”
A 1-hour sunset airboat ride in Kissimmee with wildlife spotting, big-speed fun, and nature’s changing colors over the water.
Cocoa Beach Banana River sunset cruise for dolphins, manatees, and Thousand Islands views. Fun captain-led music, $48, 1.5 hours.
“I went on the sunset cruise with Diane and Brain. My daughter and I had a great experience with dolphins and a perfect sunset. Brian knew just where to go and plays great music. Diane was very friendly, even takes everyone's picture. I recommend to book it and have fun!”
Paddle at sunset off Cocoa Beach for dolphins and comb jellies, then watch bioluminescent algae glow up to the bridge.
“Andrew was our guide and he was SO insightful. We had a BLAST! This was an incredible experience! The jellyfish were sooooooo cool. The minnows lit up in the water, the algae was like glitter! My 9yr old and 15yr old can’t wait to do this again!”
Sunset kayaking through Cocoa Beach mangrove tunnels with a small group, possible manatees, gear included, and photos emailed within 48 hours.
“Such a great experience! Our guide, Ian, was so knowledgeable and personable. The mangrove tunnels were stunning! I love that the guide takes pictures along the way! We will be back!”
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