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Enjoy a fun dune buggy tour in St. Cloud—just outside Orlando and don’t be afraid to get dirty. Grab your helmet and goggles, hop on your assigned 2-person buggy, and hit the trails and enjoy pure dune buggy driving experience through the lush countryside of Florida. Zip through mud puddles, dirt, sand, and enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience.

Gaze into the waters below your feet as you meander down Orlando’s Silver River in a see-through kayak on this river tour, or stand aboard a paddleboard for a better view of the monkeys, turtles, alligators, and manatees in the area. Your guide is on hand to snap photos of your trip, so you can focus on enjoying the ride.

Paddle through the clear waters of Silver Springs on a guided kayak tour focused on wildlife viewing and local history. This small-group experience offers a controlled and accessible way to explore the area’s natural environment, with routes selected based on known wildlife activity. With year-round visibility and guide support, it provides a practical way to experience the springs without planning routes or navigating independently.

**Paddle. Snorkel. Explore. Repeat.** Discover the magic of **Rainbow Springs** like never before in a **clear kayak**—where the water is so clear, you'll feel like you're floating on air. With **3 full hours** to explore, you can take your time, soak up the scenery, and go at your own laid-back pace. We’ve got you covered with **snorkeling gear included**—mask and fins—so you can dive in and get up close with fish, turtles, and Florida’s hidden underwater wonders. Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to unwind in nature’s lazy river, this is your sign. **Clear kayaks. Clear water. Clear your mind. Reserve your 3-hour journey today—before these kayaks float away! Pet friendly paddles available!

Discover the beauty of Silver Springs on this guided kayaking tour with equipment rental included. To help enhance your trip, the kayak is a glass-bottom kayak, which means you can look out for local marine life, such as turtles, manatees, otters, and fish. No need to worry about getting lost if exploring unfamiliar territory, as a guide stays with you throughout.

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.

Experience the natural beauty of Florida and its wildlife on this small-group airboat tour around the Everglades Headwaters National Wildlife Refuge and Conservation Area. Look out for alligators, bald eagles, otters, snakes, snail kites, and more while your captain takes you to some of the best spots in the area.

Peruse a collection of 400 unique pieces of memorabilia and 300 artifacts recovered from the wreck site of Titanic during this visit to Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition in Orlando. Follow your guide on a tour through 17 exhibition galleries while listening to narration about the fatal events of April 1912. Watch as trained actors, dressed in period costume, act out tableaux. See full-scale recreations of the ship's Grand Staircase the First Class Parlor Suite and Verandah Cafe, as well as an 8-foot underwater replica of the ship, showing exactly how it sits now on the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean.

Set sail on the St. Johns River aboard the elegant Sternwheeler Barbara-Lee for a delightful 3-hour dining experience. Enjoy a three-course meal served at your own private table, featuring a variety of enticing entrées and indulgent desserts. The atmosphere is enhanced with live entertainment, making it perfect for romantic evenings or special celebrations. With the capacity to accommodate up to 176 guests, this cruise offers a unique escape for individuals, couples, and groups alike. - Scenic 3-hour lunch and dinner cruises available on select days - Enjoy a delicious 3-course meal with attentive full-table service - Live entertainment on the cruise to enhance your experience - Full-service bar available for purchase

Get off the beaten path and try some great food while you’re at it with a visit to Orlando's Milk District, one of the best spots in town to sample delicious cuisine. On this small-group guided tour lasting about 3 hours, you'll try all sorts of food and drink as you learn about the Milk District—and Orlando overall—from your local guide.

Explore the serene Silver Springs State Park at your leisure with this clear canoe or kayak rental. The Silver River is a spring-fed waterway that is a favorite spot for local wildlife and visiting tourists alike. Swim and splash as you paddle your way down the river. Keep your eyes open for sightings of native species like alligator and manatees, as well as rhesus monkeys.

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).

Uncover the natural beauty of Florida and discover a different side of Orlando away from the theme parks on this private kayak and paddle experience in Silver Springs. Watch a brief instructional lesson and hear pointers on where to spot wildlife before setting out. Go out on the water at your own pace, explore the unique landscape, and enjoy the freedom to extend your time out at extra cost.

Most cruises in Florida are packed full of people, making them unbearable to stay on, but not this private pontoon cruise on Lake Eloise. It takes you away from all the crowds to a private setting as you float on one of the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes. Learn about the many celebrities who’ve also sailed these waters, spot LEGOLAND® from the water, and keep your eyes open for wildlife sightings.

Swap crowded bus tours for a much more intimate safari experience—a self-guided tour where you can drive your own vehicle through the Wild Florida Drive-Thru Safari Park. During the ride, look out for over 100 animals—including zebras, white-tailed deer, and bison. There's also a huge pond that's home to alligators, and an area where you can hand-feed giraffes.

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.

Visit the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral with an express bus shuttle service that includes a tour guide who will provide you all the details to ensure you have a great day at the visitor center. 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.

Explore Lake Eola at your own pace with this self-guided GPS audio tour of the beautiful lake. As you walk, you'll learn about the history of Orlando and about the park and its features more specifically. The app also includes recommendations on how to make the most of your time at the park, from hanging out at the lake restaurant to taking a paddleboat ride.

Escape from the hustle and commotion of the theme parks on this 12-hour day trip from Orlando to Clearwater Beach. There are plenty of options for relaxation and fun in the sun. Choose to go deep-sea fishing, relax on the pristine sands of Clearwater Beach, ride on a pirate ship, go dolphin-watching, and more. Additional activities and boat rides are available for purchase.

Spend a day with central Florida’s manatees on this small-group river cruise and wildlife park adventure. Begin with a boat ride on the Crystal River. Snorkel near these gentle giants, then enjoy the afternoon at Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park. This is one of the best places in the state to watch manatees, as well as other animals in their natural environment. An airboat tour on the Withlacoochee River is also included on select days.

Enjoy photo stops by the launch pads and the vehicle assembly building, touch a moon rock and ride the shuttle launch experience simulator on this small-group tour at the Kennedy Space Center. Learn about the science and history of the space program from your tour guide on the ride from Orlando. Upon arrival, start with a rocket garden tour before heading off on a special KSC Explore Bus tour to see the special parts of the NASA working space flight facility, then explore on your own time for the rest of your time there. Round-trip transportation from the Orlando area means no need to rent a car.

Spend some time unwinding in nature and pause from a busy Orlando vacation with this SUP paddleboard and kayak rental service. Based on Lake Ivanhoe, feel confident navigating calm, alligator-free waters without having to keep up with a tour group. Ideal for beginners and advanced paddlers alike who are looking for the freedom a solo experience offers.

Experience Florida’s wild wetlands and see natural wonders you’d not find on your own on this airboat ride. This boat tour winds through the mossy cypress swamps in the Central Everglades south of Orlando. While onboard, enjoy lively commentary from a native guide as you admire the lush, woody shoreline and spot local wildlife such as lurking gators.

Every year, millions of people come to Central Florida to visit the world-famous theme parks and they think they have seen “Orlando”. But truth be told, they have only seen the half of it, and some would argue that what you are about to experience is actually “the better half”. Downtown Orlando is full of history, culture, art and natural beauty and I am eager to share it all with you. On this tour you'll be guided through Orlando, you’ll see its historic buildings, secret gems, lake Eola, squares, parks, artwork, statues, fountains and so much more. Our Virtual Guide will tell you about Orlando’s early days, Walt Disney’s history in Orlando, it’s historic characters, art, how Orlando got it’s name, and so much more.