ORLANDO
Orlando’s best days out.
The 15 most popular florida springs kayak 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.
Clear-bottom kayak through Rock Springs Emerald Cut near Orlando with a small-group guide, wildlife spotting, and spring-water swim.
Most Popular“Beautiful- water was crystal clear. We saw river otters, deer, alligators, turtles and many different native birds. Everyone was friendly and very helpful. We would go again!”
Paddle a glass-bottom kayak on Rainbow Springs with a small guide-led group. See fish, turtles, otters, and more in clear water.
“The area was amazing - might be my favorite springs so far. Our tour guide Andrés was awesome, helpful, personable, caring , accommodate able, very knowledgable and fun :).”
Glass-bottom kayaking at Silver Springs with a small group and guided paddle training. Wildlife spotting on clear water. Park fees extra.
“Flight was delayed, showed up too late for the tour. Tried to call the number multiple times, no answer and no one called me back. Once I arrived, I found out the tour group left me and my ticket was non refundable. Wasted $80. Laughable organization. Do not book with them.”
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”
Guided kayak on Shingle Creek near Orlando through old-growth cypress forest, with ACA-certified safety, wildlife spotting, and gear included.
“I had such a nice time down at shingle creek, our tour guide Joshua was a blast! He was fun, remembered everyone's name, had alot of information about trees/plants/animals for us. We had a good group that were asking questions about the area, and it was really nice.”
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”
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 a great experience on the river with our guide Ryan! The manatees were plentiful and the alligators were out sunning on the banks. We learned a lot from Ryan and he was very patient in teaching us how to kayak. Definitely worth the trip.”
A guided 4-hour Wekiva River kayak with lunch, wildlife spotting, and a small group pace for an easy escape from Orlando.
“Greg was an amazing tour guide - friendly, engaging and shared so much local knowledge. We had a great day on the river despite it being a cloudy day and the homemade cookies at lunch were delicious! Highly recommended tour.”
Glass-bottom kayak tour at Silver Springs State Park: 2+ hours of wildlife and clear-water views with gear included for $39.50 + $6.
“Our guide, Ilissa was very knowledgeable, experienced and helpful. We had a great experience and would do it again.”
A small-group 2-hour boat tour through Florida’s Indian River Lagoon, with dolphins, manatees, birds, and local captain storytelling.
“Fabulous water tour with a very friendly, informative boat captain. He took us around to all the spots he knows will produce sightings of dolphins and manatees, and our tour was no exception. Saw lots of water birds, dolphins, manatees. Highly recommend this tour as it’s a little smaller and more intimate. Well worth it.”
Self-guided clear canoe at Silver Springs. Paddle the Silver River, spot manatees, gators, turtles, and maybe rhesus monkeys.
“Fun 2 hours! Received texts with clear instructions during the hour or two before our launch time. Do plan on arriving early to purchase park tickets. Saw a few manatees, many gators, wetland birds and turtles. You and your belongings may get a little wet from the paddles.”
Paddle Florida’s Silver Springs for manatees and wildlife on a small-group kayak tour with clear-water views and guide Aaron.
“We had a great tour in kayak and were able to see turtles, monkeys, alligators, manatees, etc. The whole thing was fantastic. Highly recommended.”
Self-guided clear tandem kayaking at Silver Springs State Park: manatees, monkeys, and sunken treasures in about 2 hours.
“It was wonderful. Seen a lot of wildlife and gorgeous scenery. Very beautiful place with walking trails, food, some shopping, and ice cream. Will definitely do again if I get a chance.”
Paddle Silver Springs for 3 hours of wildlife watching on calm routes. Spot manatees, otters, turtles, gators, and more for $40 plus a park pass.
“Very pretty river and lots to see!! The guy was very nice and told us where to stop to see different things! Definitely an arm workout!”
Clear-bottom kayaking on Florida’s Rainbow River with a small-group guide, wildlife spotting, and a warm-nature workout.
“Alt was a great guide! Very knowledgeable about the area and we enjoyed a relaxing trip thru the springs. We like it so much we are going to do another tour in late fall.”
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