Top Florida Half-day Tours - page 6

Explore the historic streets of Calle Ocho, a neighborhood officially designated as a “National Treasure,” on our Little Havana Food Tour. Starting at the Bay of Pigs Monument and José Martí Memorial, you’ll hear the stories of resilience that built this community before diving into the flavors that define it: guava pastelitos, ham croquetas, a perfectly pressed Cuban sandwich, and a slow-cooked ropa vieja with moros y maduros. Along the way, go behind the scenes at a cigar factory, visit a Guayabera store, and pause for a Cuban coffee ritual paired with a Materva soda. End at Domino Park and don’t miss our Secret Dish, revealed only on the day. A curated Upgraded Drinks Package is available for those who’d like more.

Escape to the wilderness of the Central Florida Everglades from Orlando on this 4-hour airboat tour and alligator encounter. Enjoy Florida’s natural beauty with a 30-minute or upgraded 1-hour airboat ride. Get up close with the local wildlife — like alligators and birds — plus lush vegetation while skimming across the grassy water. Then, depending on the day, you can feed the alligators (Tuesdays and Fridays) or explore a butterfly pavilion and Native American exhibit.

St. Petersburg is known for its marvelous beaches and spectacular sunsets, but this small-group tour explores a different side, focusing on food, art, and history. Walk through the streets of downtown, admiring city murals and learning about local history as you visit multiple locally-owned high-end restaurants. Plus, sample delicious cuisine while soaking up the vibe of St. Pete.

Go snorkeling around Egmont Key and look for dolphins and other wildlife on this half-day boat tour from Madeira Beach with a small group. Learn about the history of Egmont Key and look for wildlife such as dolphins, manatees, and turtles on the boat ride, then go snorkeling with the provided gear. Options include the ruins for more advanced snorkelers and the grass flats for beginner.

Discover one of Miami’s most unique water experiences with this 2-stop guided adventure combining wildlife, scenic cruising, and sandbar relaxation. Departing from Venetian Marina, cruise across Biscayne Bay with stunning views of the Miami skyline and chances to spot dolphins and manatees along the way. At Raccoon Island, enjoy a hosted wildlife walk to observe the island’s famous raccoons and learn about their natural habitat. Then continue to the Haulover Sandbar, where you’ll have time to swim, float, and relax in clear, shallow water. • ✔ 2-stop experience: Raccoon Island walk + sandbar swim • ✔ Guided wildlife walk to observe raccoons in their natural habitat • ✔ 1-hour sandbar stop to swim, float, and relax • ✔ Scenic cruise with skyline views and marine life sightings • ✔ Hosted experience with a balance of nature and fun

This kayak tour offers a balanced way to explore coastal ecosystems while remaining accessible for a range of experience levels. Guests benefit from guided navigation through mangrove tunnels, with opportunities to spot local wildlife along the route. With beach time at Shell Key, complimentary photos, and a private setting, it provides a personalized, well-paced outdoor experience with lasting takeaways.

Have an adventure with the kids and make memories your whole family will treasure on this snorkeling and wildlife-spotting group day trip. The crew is on-hand to make sure everyone stays safe and keeps having fun both on and in the water. Keep your eyes peeled for not just dolphins, but sharks, manatees, and sea turtles too.

Highlights • Booking includes a single clear-bottom kayak (200 lbs limit) • Sleek, lightweight design — easy to paddle (not bulky tandems) • Guided by Captain Scotty, the owner and lifelong waterman • Flexible pace with no strict time limits • Spot manatees, turtles, fish, and birds in their natural habitat • Launch from Waterfront Social, best year-round manatee viewing • Want a tandem, sit-on-top, or paddleboard instead? Vessel Choices -by request • Tandem sit-on-top kayak – not see-through • Single sit-on-top kayak -not see-through • Hard carbon fiber paddleboard • Duration: 2–3 hours (flexible, no strict cutoff) • Manatee sightings not guaranteed outside peak manatee season (Jan–Feb) • Snorkeling available, not required. we provide masks and snorkels. •Please note, this tour does not offer tandem clear bottom kayaks. If you are looking for clear kayaks that fit two people, please choose our tour titled: Crystal River: Three Sisters Springs Clear Kayak Tour

Enjoy maximum fun with minimal planning on an all-inclusive Miami water adventure. Jet ski; ride a banana boat; relax on floating mats near Pace Picnic Islands; and enjoy unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks. Cruise past Star Island and Miami Beach while you enjoy music and skyline views.

Make like a crustacean and scurry your way to Crab Island, one of the most popular on-water playgrounds on the Florida Panhandle. This booze cruise sailing out of Fort Walton Beach glides you over to Crab Island in style. Sip, soak up the views, then splash in the shallow waters around the Crab Island sandbar for a few hours.

Escape to the wilderness of the Florida Everglades on this guided experience on an airboat. This nature tour includes a narrated ride through the wetlands, with plenty of enlightening tales about the area’s subtropical ecosystem. Enjoy the scenery and keep an eye out for abundant wildlife, including alligators, crocodiles, and exotic snakes. Don't worry about getting there and back, with hotel pickup and drop-off from Miami included.

Departing from Key West’s Historic Seaport, the Appledore Star’s sails are raised for an authentic sail experience on the way to Key West’s backcountry. Your day is spent exploring Key West’s uninhabited mangrove islands in the Key West National Wildlife Refuge. Keep an eye out for dolphins, sea turtles, manta rays and many other wildlife that call the Refuge home. Your captain knows where dolphins are frequently seen and will let you know if he spots any. Upon reaching the mangrove islands, the schooner anchors and your exploration begins. Your day is divided between guided kayaking tours and guided snorkeling tours. The warm, shallow water is calm, sheltered by the uninhabited mangroves, making kayaking a breeze. After your tours, come back aboard and wash off with our fresh water rinse, and relax on deck. Choose from plenty of complimentary cold drinks – frosty cold beer, wine, homemade sangria, chilled sodas and filtered water. This is the best of laid-back island living.

Ybor City is one of the most historic and culturally unique neighborhoods in Florida, and this tour explores it through the foods and stories that built the district. Guests walk the brick streets of Ybor while visiting historic landmarks connected to the immigrant communities that shaped the neighborhood during the cigar manufacturing boom. Along the way, tastings highlight the local flavors that became part of Ybor’s identity. By combining authentic local food with the history of the people who built the community, this experience offers a deeper look at one of Tampa’s most fascinating neighborhoods.

Experience the best of Florida’s coast aboard your own private boat. Charter this spacious boat for a half day and tell the captain what you’d like to see. Then, sit back and relax while you sail on the Gulf of Mexico in search of pristine beaches or idyllic swim spots. Book this experience for a special occasion or just a casual boat day.

Cover the top sights in Miami without getting footsore with this driving tour with an insider guide. Learn about the city’s history and culture as you take in blockbusters like the Historic Art Deco District, Ocean Drive, South Beach, and Coconut Grove. Visit a cigar factory in Little Havana, admire street art in Wynwood Walls, snap a photo of the Miami skyline from Key Biscayne, and browse the shops at Bayside Marketplace.

Enjoy a pub crawl like no other in Winter Haven’s Chain of Lakes region. Meet your helmsman guide at the first stop, and order your first round of drinks. Then, hop aboard your pontoon with just a small group for company, and hit the water. You’ll travel by boat to four other popular bars and restaurants, and will have the chance to order drinks and bites at every stop (own expense).

Make the most of your Tampa trip and eat your way around the city like a local with the help of a guide on this small-group food tasting tour. Get to know Floridian culture better through the lens of its classic food, from guava pastries to award-winning Cuban sandwiches and more.

Far from your typical kayaking trip, this immersive tour is led by Captain Yak: an animal and ecology researcher. He’ll guide you through Shell Key Preserve which acts as a vital ecosystem for the area. After paddling through mangrove tunnels and over sandbars, you’ll have time to explore Shell Key. Captain Yak will share facts and stories with you on the return trip as you keep an eye out for local wildlife.

Head out into the open waters on this small-group kayaking and snorkeling ecotour adventure. Follow your captain through scenic mangrove tunnels and over calm waters as you make your way to one of the area's most-stunning snorkeling destinations. Learn about local wildlife before taking a dip and get an underwater look. Gear is provided on this tour that's perfect for all levels.

Discover the beauty and diversity of Everglades National Park while learning about the area from a guide on this wildlife boat tour from Fort Myers. In a small group, travel deep into the sleepy wetlands of the Everglades’ Ten Thousand Islands to learn about rare local flora and spot native animals such as alligators, sea turtles, manatees, native birds, and more.

Knowing where to grab food and wine in a new city takes a lot of time and effort researching. Skip the nitty gritty details of studying online reviews and take this St. Augustine Food Walking Tour instead. This tour takes you to many local restaurants, eateries, and even a wine store to learn about the city’s food culture and history—while enjoying some tastings, of course.

Deepen your understanding of the Florida Everglades immersivity when you visit with a naturalist guide on this small-group, half-day, eco-adventure. Explore a variety of lush landscapes by boat, kayak, and on foot, looking for dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, bald eagles and more. Take a boat ride through some of the most remote areas of the park. Kayak to Barrier Island Beach and spend time exploring dunes and mangrove swamps.

Shell Key Preserve is only accessible by water, and if you don’t own a boat, it can be hard to get to the area to explore it. This Shell Key Preserve Snorkeling Cruise from Tampa takes you to the 1,800-acre (728-hectare) wildlife preserve to snorkel and look for shells and wildlife. Some of the wildlife you may see along your journey, includes dolphins, birds, manatees, hermits crabs, fish, and horseshoe crabs.

Experience unspoiled wilderness during your time in Florida when you book this clear kayak tour on the Chassahowitzka River. Join a small group and grab your gear for a gentle paddle down the river to underwater caves and connecting streams. While you paddle, keep your eyes peeled for wildlife like manatees, dolphins, alligators, river otters, and several fish species.