Top Orlando Kayaking Tours

A good choice for nature lovers, this tour takes you into a unique part of Rock Springs Run known as "Emerald Cut.” The first part of the tour is an upstream paddle through calm waters and overhead tree canopy, with stops to hop off your clear kayak and into the fresh spring water. Keep your eyes peeled for for fish, turtles, birds, small alligators, and more. 

Florida is home to a biodiverse ecosystem and one of the best ways to explore is by kayak. Board a glass-bottom kayak with a small group and follow your guide on an eco-tour of Rainbow Springs for unparalleled views of the underwater world. Paddle through nature’s playground and keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife like turtles, alligators, fish, and even otters.

See some of central Florida’s most spectacular scenery—and increase your chances of spotting wildlife—on this small-group, clear kayaking tour of Silver Springs State Park. Pick from multiple tour times and make your own way to the park, where you’ll meet your guide and get acquainted with your kayaks. Then, set off into the scenery. Learn more about the area as you go, and keep your eyes peeled for manatees, monkeys, alligators, and more.

Just outside Orlando you’ll find Shingle Creek, the headwaters to the Florida Everglades. The quiet waters beneath a forest of cypress trees are the perfect spot to kayak, even if it’s your first time. This guided tour will take you through the habitat of Floridian wildlife, including spoonbills, hawks, frogs, egret…even alligators.

Because of its abundance of wildlife, the 16-mile long Wekiva River is designated as a National Wild and Scenic River. And with its close proximity to Orlando, seeing the native alligators, manatees, and more is an easy day-trip away. This 4-hour kayak tour takes you down the river and includes select commentary about the wildlife and ecosystem for a fun and informative trip.

Our brilliant underwater lighting system lights up the water underneath as we paddle through the clear water. You can choose your favorite color or you can choose all colors with the strobing function. After a lesson on paddle technique and safety, you'll be off on this truly unique adventure on the water.

Take an out-of-this-world day trip to the awe-inspiring Kennedy Space Center from Orlando. Spend hours exploring the NASA world-class facility, launchpads, and rocket exhibits like Saturn V. You have a chance to participate in the simulated Shuttle Launch Experience, see stellar IMAX films, and get first-hand space stories at Astronaut Encounter. Upgrade to have lunch with a veteran astronaut and other sightseeing experiences.

Experience the greatest space adventure on Earth at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. Choose from several tour options. Walk under the largest rocket ever flown. Take a virtual moon walk. Meet a veteran NASA astronaut. Stand nose-to-nose with Space Shuttle Atlantis and try the thrilling Shuttle Launch Experience. Explore all the fascinating interactive exhibits and check out awe-inspiring 3D films. Upgrade for a 30-minute airboat ride on the St. Johns River or add the Ultimate Space Experience and enjoy lunch with an astronaut plus an in-depth, up-close bus tour.

Experience two popular tours in one day on this guided Kennedy Space Center and Central Florida Everglades Airboat Safari from Orlando. First, look for alligators and other wildlife while discovering Florida’s swamplands on a thrilling airboat adventure. Then, visit the Kennedy Space Center for hours of touring the exhibits, including NASA’s launch headquarters, the Space Shuttle Atlantis and more. Pickup and drop-off from select Orlando hotels included.

Witness the epicenter of American space exploration on a trip to the awe‐inspiring Kennedy Space Center from Orlando. While away the hours exploring rocket exhibits such at the massive Saturn V, participating in simulations, taking in stellar IMAX films and more at this world‐class visitor center. Your unlimited access pass includes lunch with a veteran astronaut and is great for the whole family!

Visit the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral with an express bus shuttle service that includes an exclusive welcome from a real NASA astronaut. Your admission ticket also grants access to the space simulator Shuttle Launch Experience, an IMAX film screening, the rocket garden, and the Space Shuttle Atlantis. Skip the hassles of driving and parking with direct round-trip transportation provided from ICON 360 Plaza in Orlando.

Come get lost in thought not in the crowd. Enjoy an easy day of floating a wild and scenic river. Known for its amazing beauty, outstanding wildlife, and location to Orlando; the Wekiva River is a must do for all central Florida visitors.

The Econlockhatchee River winds its way through Little Big Econ State Forest in Florida, providing a wildlife habitat for many native plant and animal species. Learn more about the local ecosystem — and see wild animals in their natural habitat — on this 5-hour kayaking tour, which covers an 8-mile portion of the river alongside a guide.

WE LOVE BEGINNERS! We love meeting new friends and taking them on this tour of our local paradise. Lake Ivanhoe is clean, clear and free of alligators and has a gorgeous view of the City Beautiful. This lake is just north of the heart of downtown Orlando and is easily accessible from the attractions. This experience is perfect for new paddlers and is also appropriate for experienced paddlers looking to explore new areas in Orlando. You will be given a beginner or refresher lesson on paddleboarding/kayaking with one of our friendly, experienced guides. We have super-stable boards and kayaks. After your paddle, hang out in the awesome Ivanhoe Village district of Orlando. There are several fresh kitchen restaurants within walking distance of the dock. You won't be disappointed! Our guides will share pictures of your adventure with you afterward.

You get to learn a new sport or enjoy one you already know, but with a dog! Our dogs love paddleboarding with us and new friends. It's a very unique way to enjoy time on the water with man's best friends! If you are traveling with your dog, please feel free to bring them on this tour. We have vests you can borrow if you need one. Even if you and your dog have never paddled before, you will be safe on the water with us.

Explore the Econlockhatchee River, on this guided, 5-hour kayaking tour from Orlando. This tributary of the St. John’s River is one of the last unspoiled rivers in Central Florida. Paddle through the waterway and see local wildlife, like alligators, turtles, manatees, bald eagles and more. Along the way, learn about the history of the early settlers, the Seminole tribe of Native Americans, who used to inhabit this region. Kayaking gear, lunch, any necessary entry fees and an Orlando hotel pickup and drop-off are included on this eco tour.

Watch the sunset and the moonrise over the water on this half-day kayaking tour at Lake Maitland. Paddle across the lake and through the connecting canals with a guide, and take in the view of the starlight reflecting off the lake as you paddle after dark. This tour only occurs on the full moon.

You'll explore gorgeous Silver Springs with a biologist. Learn about the diverse eco-system while you paddle on the gorgeous crystal clear waters of Silver Spring. We may see monkeys, manatees and more on this true Florida experience. You will never see more gorgeous colors in nature. Enjoy this tour on one of our super stable paddleboards. It gives you an amazing view down into the crystal clear water. You'll see an abundance of fish and turtles. Our friendly guides will be by your side the whole time. You'll learn so much!

Paddleboard with LED lights and watch the underwater night show come to life! You even get to change the LED light to your liking! Green, Blue, Red, White, Yellow or Purple! This is a unique experience for everyone! Watch the wildlife and dancing fish beneath your paddleboard, the Bioluminescent GLOW or the stars gaze above you! Possible sightings of Bioluminescent Comb Jellies (October through February.) and Bioluminescent Dinoflagellates (July through September.) when in season! (Bioluminescent seasons may shift do to being a natural living organism.) What are Bioluminescent Comb Jellies?!? Jelly Fish that GLOW in the dark! The do not sting! A natural phenomenon only available in a few places in the world! What are Bioluminescent Dinoflagellates?!? Plankton that reproduce and with any friction create a neon blue glow! Every touch of the water glows with neon blue/green water! Truly beautiful experience!