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 tour and tour guides were AWESOME! What a great experience. We had to wait out the wind but got to see a rocket launch while we waited. Highly recommend for families.”
Cocoa Beach Banana River sunset cruise with wildlife spotting, crew music, and a smooth start to dinner by the water.
“This was such a great experience. Beautiful sunset plus dolphins. Crew was great. I highly recommend this cruise!”
Covered riverboat cruise on East Lake Tohopekaliga in St. Cloud: 90 minutes of music, games, drinks for sale, and sunset views
“What experience. The captain was a no show. Never left the dock. Crabbies says it hasn't left in over a week. So why am I getting this email and why was I still charged. I expect a refund or will take further action. Please rectify. Thank you”
Sunset kayak in Cocoa Beach through mangrove tunnels in small groups, searching for dolphins and manatees with guides and free photos.
“What a wonderful experience! Our tour guide, Caleb was absolutely wonderful! He knew so much about the area, and answered all of my silly questions. He made the tour so fun, and relaxing. We did see a few dolphins at the end of the trip, tons of birds (amazing birds I can’t name them all…”
Sunset clear-kayak tour through Winter Park’s Chain of Lakes and canals, small group wildlife views, $80 per person.
“Keith was very helpful and informative! He really made it special. The area is beautiful. Interesting stories and history.”
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.
“The sunset airboat ride was a total blast. Seeing alligators and blue herons definitely made for a great experience. The sunset was absolutely amazing. You could not ask for a better view of the setting sun. The boat pilot was fun and friendly. The facility includes a butterfly house, an alligator viewing area, and even…”
Paddle Cocoa Beach mangrove tunnels at sunset, then watch bioluminescent comb jellies light up the water on a small-group night tour.
“Beautiful evening on the water! Paddled with my teen son. The weather was great once the sun went down! The bioluminescence was so bright!”
Paddle the Haulover Canal near Merritt Island at sunset, hunt for bioluminescence, and watch wildlife with all gear provided.
“This was such a fun excursion but the mosquitoes were awful. Guides definitely need to hand out bug spray before and during the tour. Otherwise we saw tons of wildlife and bioluminescence. Worth every penny.”
A 1-hour night airboat through the Florida Everglades near Kissimmee, with hearing protection, life vests, and real chances to spot alligators.
“they canceled the ride on us last min so we had to find some where els to go now to try to get my money back”
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.
“Great sunset cruise! Family of 14 easily got on, enjoyed the cruise & guides!! A great family friendly experience.”
Paddle at sunset off Cocoa Beach for dolphins and comb jellies, then watch bioluminescent algae glow up to the bridge.
“We read reviews and really gravitated towards this company and I am SO GLAD we did. Our tour guide Andrew exceeded our expectations. Could not have asked for a better time. Our 4 and 9 year old had a blast! Definitely 10/10 time!!”
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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