ORLANDO
Central Florida’s best days out.
The 12 top-rated manatee tours 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.
2-hour guided clear kayaking in Silver Springs near Orlando to spot manatees, turtles, fish, and wild monkeys with a small group.
Most Popular“SO MUCH WILD LIFE it was awesome, our guide Chris was super knowledgeable about all the wild life and areas in the park and was a joy to be with for our adventure. Definitely would recommend!”
Clear kayak and paddleboard manatee adventure at Silver Springs State Park, paddling the Fort King trail with guide photos included.
“This was such an amazing experience. I cannot recommend this enough! Stevie and Ben were absolutely wonderful guides. They absolutely killed it!!”
Orlando manatee snorkeling day trip to Crystal River and Homosassa, with park entry, picnic lunch, and optional airboat ride.
“This was a unique and fun experience. I would recommend this to others, but would recommend coming in the winter so you have a better chance of seeing manatees. Our guide, Carmen, was great. She was very friendly and full of fun facts.”
Kayak Blue Spring State Park for winter manatees with a small guide-led group. Gear, snacks, and safety help included.
“Amazing tour! Jeff, our tour guide was awesome and very knowledgeable. We saw lots of manatees, a variety of alligators and birds. Would highly recommend and book with him again for our family.”
Swim with Florida manatees in Crystal River, enjoy a included box lunch, and tour Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park from select Orlando hotels.
“Make the time to do this! Oscar was a fabulous driver/guide and I will never forget this one-of-a-kind day!”
Paddle Silver Springs on a small-group kayak tour with guide Aaron, chasing manatees in crystal-clear water for about 90 minutes.
“Aaron was amazing. He was very knowledgable about the area, and knew where to go to see manatees and other wildlife. He made our 2hr kayak experience exactly what we were hoping for. Would recommend Aaron for this tour 100 percent.”
Paddle clear boards and kayaks in Silver Springs to spot manatees and monkeys, with gear and an intro lesson included for $75.
“Absolutely DO NOT BOOK WITH THIS COMPANY! We drove 2 hrs, just to NEVER see or hear from this company. No phone call, email, NOTHING!! Very unprofessional, distasteful, and disrespectful!! I highly suggest you NOT BOOK WITH THREE BROTHERS!!”
Guided kayak tour near Orlando for manatees on the St. Johns River. Small groups, gear included, and photos shared after.
“Our guide was so patient and fun. We arrived late and he still waited and made our experience awesome. We were able to see tons of manatees and alligators.”
Paddle a kayak through Blue Spring’s wildlife-rich waters for manatees, Florida nature, and science talk—about 4 hours, from $80.
“Couldn’t really see the manatees, kind of lame, the water is very dark visibility about 8 to 12 inches down.”
Orlando to Silver Springs in a small group with pickup, park admission, and optional glass-bottom boat and kayaking on clear spring water.
“Our trip was one to remember! Being from the UK I was skeptical about booking online however received reassurance and communication from our tour company from the off. Our tour guide, Gus was very friendly and approachable. Overall an amazing trip!”
Paddle Silver Springs for manatees, monkeys, and electric-blue water. Small group, all gear included, plus photo/video package from $69.
“Rochelle was fantastic!! Great experience and we will be paddling again soon. Saw so much wildlife…manatees, a baby manatee, turtles, fish, alligators and lots of birds.”
Paddle the St. Johns River near Orlando for manatees and Olde Florida stories with Three Brothers Boards on a private 2-hour tour.
“Me & my boyfriend had the best day out on the water & exploring! Our guide (Seth) was so much fun & made the experience unforgettable! Thanks for the good time!”
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