Dora Canal Wildlife Kayak Tour – Scenic Old Florida

Orlando, USA

2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Choice of single kayak, tandem kayak, or stand-up paddleboard
Paddle and all required safety equipment
Fitted life vest and whistle
Experienced local guide providing assistance and interpretation
Basic paddling instruction for beginners
Complimentary digital photos from your tour

Gratuities (optional, but appreciated)
Transportation to the meeting location

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

210 E Ruby St, Tavares, FL 32778, USA
We are located inside Wooton Park next to Jones Brothers Seaplanes. Look for the building with large murals near the lakefront. After parking, walk toward the waterfront and check in at the front of the building facing the lake.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Lake Dora

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
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
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews

5.0

based on 6 reviews

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Very well organized! The...

Sylvia_G, Mar 2026

Very well organized! The tour was beautiful. The canels were truly enchanting. We saw so many birds, turtles and alligators. Our guide was very knowledgeable and gracious about our paddling skills. The kids had a wonderful time. We all really enjoyed it.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🌿 We’re thrilled you enjoyed our Wild Florida on the Dora Canal Tour and got to experience all the birds, turtles, and even alligators along the way. It means so much to hear that your guide made everyone feel comfortable and that the kids had a great time, too! Creating a fun, welcoming, and well-organized experience for all skill levels is exactly what we strive for. We truly appreciate you sharing your experience and hope to paddle with your family again soon! 🛶✨

A great taste of Florida

Yvette_D, Jun 2024

Katrina, our guide, was so warm and knowledgeable. We did this trip for a Fathers Day gift, and my husband, kids and I loved it. We saw alligators, lots of bird life and turtles, as well as eagle nests pointed out by Katrina. It was so beautiful to explore natural Florida, and Bru after was the perfect place to experience the local town of Tavares. We felt so welcomed and the beer samples were delicious, we even bought some to take home.

Response from Host, Jun 2024

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It sounds like you had an amazing time exploring the natural beauty of Florida and spotting the local wildlife. We're glad you enjoyed the visit to Bru afterward as well—it’s great to hear you felt welcomed and enjoyed the local beer samples! We hope to see you and your family again for another adventure on the water!

Great trip!!!

kevin_c, Mar 2024

Katrina was very knowledgeable of the ecosystem, the history of the canal, and the local wildlife!!! Saw numerous birds, alligators and beautiful lake Dora!!! The paddle up and down the canal was very nice and easy to navigate even with boats passing through. The Bru Pub after the paddle was a great touch and nice way to remember the day!!! Go see Katrina, highly recommended!!

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thank you for the glowing review! It's fantastic that you had the opportunity to see such a variety of wildlife and enjoy the beauty of Lake Dora and the Dora Canal. We're glad you enjoyed the post-paddle visit to The Bru Pub—it's always a nice way to cap off a day of adventure! Thank you for recommending us, and we look forward to your next visit!

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