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Orlando Alligator Experience

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Orlando, USA
  • 5 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

The Econlockhatchee River winds its way through Little Big Econ State Forest in Florida, providing a wildlife habitat for many native plant and animal species. Learn more about the local ecosystem — and see wild animals in their natural habitat — on this half-day hour kayaking tour, which you will explore by kayak alongside a guide.
  • Half-day kayaking trip on the Econlockhatchee River
  • Opportunities to see native wildlife in its natural environment
  • All kayaking equipment, along with safety briefing, provided
  • Enjoy more personalized attention on a small-group tour

What's Included

  • Professional Guide
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • 3801 Willingham Rd, Chuluota, FL 32766, USA

    Park in the small parking lot and look for your guide.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.9:00 am

What To Expect

Make your way to the Little Big Econ Canoe launch in Chuluota prior to a 9 a.m. departure time. Meet your guide to sign a waiver and go over a safety briefing. Instruction will also be provided for those new to kayaking. Then load up and jump in and hit the water for your half-day tour.

Paddle with your group down a portion of the Econlockhatchee River in Little Big Econ State Forest, known for its moss-covered cypress forests and high sandy banks. Stop for breaks every hour or so, as and when the need arises.

Break for a light picnic-style lunch along the riverside, with the possibility of enjoying a dip in the river, depending on timing and conditions.

Then continue rowing along the river. Throughout the tour, your guide will help you navigate the waters in your kayak and point out native wildlife such as alligators, hawks, and river otters. Your guide will also provide informative commentary on the diverse ecosystem of the area.

The tour concludes at the starting point, at the Little Big Econ Canoe launch.
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Little Big Econ State Forest

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Econlockhatchee River

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • There is no minimum age however all participants must know how to swim
  • It is recommended that you bring a swimsuit, towel, waterproof camera and wear clothes that can get wet and possibly dirty
  • To ensure a proper size kayak is available, please provide your individual heights and weights at the time of booking
  • Must be comfortable sitting in a kayak for multiple hours.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9
based on 43 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Klare Empfehlung!!! Top!!

voitkelheim, Mar 2023
Beste Kajak Tour ever!!! Alles hat super geklappt. Guide war sehr nett und wir haben einen Alligator und Manatis gesehen. Vielen Dank für den schönen Tag.

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On average, this is booked 46 days in advance.

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