ORLANDO
Orlando’s best days out.
The 15 most popular wildlife 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.
Wild Florida near Orlando: 30–60 min airboat through 4,200 acres, live alligator demo, and wildlife park admission.
Most Popular“We had the greatest time of the airboat tour and in the wildlife park. It was absolutely sensational, our guide was very informative and easily spotted gators while on our tour.”
Ride the Banana River eco tour from Cocoa Beach for dolphin and manatee spotting, narrated by a naturalist, with a restroom on board.
“We had Steve and pat. Both were amazing. We got lucky and saw dozens of dolphins and several manatees and bird species. Interacted with the kids and made the experience fantastic for all”
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.”
2-hour clear kayak in Silver Springs for $80. See manatees, turtles, and wild monkeys with a guide.
“Steve and the team is great. We get close to nature and see many wildlife. We see other groups that are 8 boats per guide but we are 3 per guide, which is a great plus”
A small-group 2-hour pontoon cruise through Winter Haven’s Chain of Lakes with wildlife spotting, local history, and photo stops.
“This was a very relaxing and informative ride on a pontoon boat through several lakes and channels. Our guide knew the places to view wildlife and had interesting stories about the area.”
A 90-minute airboat ride through the Orlando Everglades with small-group wildlife spotting, a creek-origin story, and gator and eagle chances.
Kayak the spring-fed Silver River on a clear kayak. Spot manatees and monkeys with a small-group guide in about 2 hours.
“Great kayaking trip with Aly! It was so much fun! Highly recommend!! Aly was very knowledgeable about the natural history of the area.”
Kayak Haulover Canal for manatees and dolphins on Florida’s Space Coast. Small group wildlife spotting, gear included, calm water.
“The westher was really good! The boy guíe Excelentt person and cool guy!! The manaties do friendly and no dangerous is a good tour”
Cocoa Beach manatee and dolphin kayak or paddleboard tour through mangroves. Small group, gear included, photos sent after. 90 minutes.
“Wonderful experience and Captin Mike was very knowledgeable about wildlife and fauna. We saw dolphins, cone jellies and Horseshoe crabs on our kayak trip.”
A 1-hour private pontoon cruise through Winter Haven’s Chain of Lakes for wildlife, local history, and spring-training lore.
“The boat captain was incredibly nice and very informative. The pontoon was very comfortable to ride on and a great way to slowly enjoy the beautiful nature scenery as well as the houses in the area. We all had a wonderful time and would absolutely do it again.”
Self-guided clear canoe at Silver Springs. Paddle the Silver River, spot manatees, gators, turtles, and maybe rhesus monkeys.
“Very friendly, shared good map and information so that we could see the animals and stay safe. Boat was clear enough that we got great videos of underwater sea life.”
30-minute Kissimmee airboat ride through Everglades headwaters, with wildlife spotting, safety gear, and a chance to hold a baby gator.
A one-hour Everglades wildlife airboat tour from Kissimmee with a max-8 group, included ear protection, and a family-run feel for $58.50.
“Amazing experience with friendly and knowledgeable staff”
Sunset kayaking or SUP in Cocoa Beach’s wildlife refuge for possible dolphins, manatees, mangroves, and great photo ops. Small group.
“My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our guided sunset kayak tour. Our guide, Logan, was very knowledgeable on the local ecosystem and someone we will specifically request when we return. Not only did we end with a picture perfect sunset, Read more”
Kayak Silver Springs with a small guided group to spot wildlife like manatees in clear spring water. Gear included; state park fees extra.
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