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Kayaking & Nature Tours

Discover Florida’s wild, watery beauty: clear-bottom kayak and paddleboard tours glide over crystal springs at Silver Springs and Rock Springs, where manatees, monkeys and turtles drift below, while summer bioluminescent night paddles light up the water. A serene natural escape from the theme-park buzz.

3 tour · prices per person, book with partner

Kayaking & Nature in Orlando — FAQ

Where can you kayak with manatees near Orlando?
Clear-kayak tours at Silver Springs and other Central Florida springs offer chances to paddle above manatees, turtles and even wild monkeys in crystal-clear water.
What is a bioluminescent kayak tour?
On warm summer nights, microorganisms make the water glow as you paddle; bioluminescent kayak tours near Orlando’s coast and lagoons offer this magical experience.
Are kayak tours suitable for beginners?
Yes — most spring and clear-kayak tours are calm and guided, suitable for beginners and families.