ORLANDO
Central Florida’s best days out.
The 15 top-rated canoes & kayaks in and around Orlando. Real prices, real run times and the operator behind each one, so you can lock in the right day out in a couple of minutes.
Paddle Rock Springs Emerald Cut in clear kayaks with a local guide. Spot wildlife, see fish below, and swim in spring water.
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!”
Glass-bottom kayak eco tour on Rainbow Springs from KP Hole Park. Small group, 2 hours, clear water views and wildlife. Gear included.
“We had an amazing first experience on the Rainbow River with our tour guide, Kaden. He was very easy to talk to and knowledgeable. We would definitely book again!”
Paddle a glass-bottom kayak through Silver Springs with a small guide team, hunt for manatees, and see fish below you for about 2 hours.
“Amazing moment in the jungle, we saw a lot of different animals turtles, gators, birds… Josh our guide was very good ! I recommend”
2-hour guided clear kayaking in Silver Springs near Orlando to spot manatees, turtles, fish, and wild monkeys with a small group.
“This was a great time with a great guide. Ashley was very knowledgeable, helpful, patient and fun. Enjoyed every minute and will go back again.”
Clear kayak and paddleboard manatee adventure at Silver Springs State Park, paddling the Fort King trail with guide photos included.
“Roger and Bob are awesome! We had a large group and they managed to get safety orientation, launching the boats and leading us to a great adventures. We saw the huge manatee, otter , a monkey, lots of birds, turtles,alligators! We had a great time on this special Christmas Day thanks to their amazing experience!”
Guided kayak on Shingle Creek’s calm waters through old-growth cypress forest near Orlando, with ACA-certified safety and wildlife spotting.
“Beautiful, serene, fun! Way better than expected, all the family (including two teens) loved it! The instructors were great”
Paddle a 100% clear kayak on Silver River near Orlando for a 2-hour wildlife adventure with guides, life jackets, and a dry bag.
“10/10 Highly Recommended!! The water is so clear!! Even in over 30 feet of water you can see the bottom of the spring. We saw lots of manatees, gators, some sea lions, turtles, fish, turkey and other birds. Even if we didn’t get to see the manatees, the tour was beautiful. Aly was our guide…”
Kayak or paddleboard Silver Springs on a guided wildlife tour with clear water, included gear, and expert coaching near Orlando.
“We had the best time on our kayak tour of Silver Springs with Brad! His passion for manatees and the local wildlife is absolutely contagious — you can tell he truly loves what he does. Brad was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing so many interesting facts throughout the tour while keeping everything fun and relaxed. He went…”
Kayak Blue Spring State Park for winter manatees with a small guide-led group. Gear, snacks, and safety help included.
“Nothing short of spectacular! It was both incredibly fun and informative! Jeff, our guide, was amazing!!”
Paddle clear kayaks through Winter Park’s chain of lakes and canals with a local guide—small group, about 2 hours.
“Amazing experience kayaking through the scenic canals and beautiful lakes! Rosa, our tour guide was fantastic! Knowledgeable, sweet and patient if you are the beginner. Memorable day it's for sure, thank you so much Rosa!”
Paddle a clear kayak at sunset through Winter Park’s Chain of Lakes canals, with small-group coaching, wildlife, and local stories.
“Great escape during a work trip. We really enjoyed our guide Kally. Fun way to see some beautiful sites.”
Guided Wekiva River kayak from Sanford in small groups. Paddle Florida’s Wild and Scenic river, with lunch, water, and wildlife spotting.
“Greg was an amazing tour guide! Very knowledgeable and helpful, you could feel his love for the nature . It was a great and adventurous exploration of Wekiva River.The wildlife were plentiful and the beautiful view was like no other!.we enjoy kayaking with other families from Texas and Colorado. Amazing experience!! Will do it again.”
Paddle the Indian River Lagoon at night near Orlando. Choose SUP or kayak-mod to spot glowing plankton and jellies in small groups.
“A great tour. The operator was very friendly, very knowledgeable, and it was an incredible experience. I highly recommend it.”
Guided glass-bottom kayak in Silver Springs for manatees, alligators, turtles and wrecks, with gear included, about 2h15.
“The guides were wonderful sharing their knowledge of the springs, actively looking for the wildlife to show us, taking photos they shared with us. Great experience.”
Glow-in-the-dark clear kayaks on Lake Ivanhoe, Orlando. A 2-hour night paddle with photos and a dry bag for your phone.
“Guide was amazing. Not exactly what I thought it was when I booked, it’s a lake. But I’m almost 100% sure that was my fault, I’m from out of town and used to rivers in my state, so I think I had some assumptions. But even though it wasn’t 100% what I thought it was,…”
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