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Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour

• Location: 312 East Morse Blvd. Winter Park, FL 32789
• Phone: (407) 644-4056
• Website: https://www.scenicboattours.com/

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Visitors seeking flora and fauna or savvy Orlando travelers seeking an off-the-beaten-path vacation experience won’t be disappointed when they discover the Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour. Located on Lake Osceola in the quiet suburb less than 10 minutes from downtown Orlando, the boat tour offers hour-long, guided cruises through three of the seven lakes and two, narrow man-made canals on the tranquil Winter Park chain.

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The Scenic Boat Tour offers a fleet of 18 passenger pontoon boats.

All tours are first come first served so call ahead for a big group.

The Scenic Boat Tour operates every day except Christmas Day.

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Wild Life & Scenery

On any given tour, participants may observe large cranes swooping waterside to snag a large fish or a lazy alligator languishing on a nearby bank. An occasional water skier or racing shell full of crew members from the areas private liberal arts college, Rollins, is also enjoyable sideshows for tour-goers.

Every tour, however, guarantees plenty of swaying palms, towering cypress trees, lush ferns and a variety of flourishing sub-tropical flowers. Breathtaking views of opulent private homes and exquisite estates sprawling along the shores are also a key feature of the scenic cruise.

The dock, less than 5 minutes from Park Avenue, Central Florida´s popular, upscale shopping district, is conveniently located on the East end of Morse Boulevard on Lake Osceola. The Scenic Boat Tour offers a fleet of six 18 passenger pontoon boats. Admission including tax  is $20.00 for adults and $10.00 for children ages 2 through 11-  under 2 are free. Operating hours are 10 am to 4 pm daily except Christmas.

Orlando Lake Tours offers a scenic boat cruise through the Chain of Lakes for 75 minutes. Book seats prior to the boat trips or schedule a private boat charter.

Daily Boat Tours

On the tour you will see beautiful homes, stunning scenery and an abundance of birds and wildlife. Each tour lasts 75 minutes. Tours will not operate in the event of dangerous weather conditions. Ticket holders will be offered alternative tours. Our cruises offer luxury seating onboard our 10 passenger 25 foot pontoon boat. Our boat has dual bimini shades that ensure comfort and protection from the Florida sun. In the event of rain, ponchos will be provided free of charge. 

Adults: $25.00 per person Children (under 10): $15.00 per person All daily boat tours depart from R. D. Keene Park boat ramp. Click ' Book Now'  for daily schedules. 

For detailed directions to the boat ramp and adjacent parking, please visit the map on our 'Contact Us' page or click here.

Please note all seats must be pre-booked.

Exclusive private charter tours.

Our boat is available for private charter hire. It's perfect for birthdays, anniversaries and special occasions. Call us for details/rates at 407-883-0110.

Lake Butler Chain of Lakes Boat Tour

Boat tour departs daily from R.D. Keene's Park boat ramp daily, click "Book Now" to see the times. This tour visits Lake Isleworth, Lake Louise, Lake Butler and Bird Island. The boat tours are 75 minutes.

For detailed directions to the boat ramp and adjacent parking, please visit the map on our Contact Us page or  click here .

Adults: $25.00 per person, Children (under 10): $15.00 per person

Terms & Conditions

Passengers travel entirely at their own risk. Orlando Lake Tours LLC accepts no liability for any personal injury or loss/damage to any personel property.

In the event of any cancellation due to dangerous or bad weather conditions, passengers will be offered a raincheck. If Orlando Lake Tours has to cancel a tour for any other reason a full refund will be issued. All bookings are final and no refunds will be given except as previously stated.

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Orlando Lake Tours LLC is fully registered and insured.

• Join us for an 18 passenger boat tour on the pristine Winter Park chain of Lakes
• Tours Leave Every Hour from 10am-4pm
• Last Tour Leaves At 4:00 p.m.

We are temporarily closed due to flooding and should reopen soon.

All tours are first come first serve. You may call ahead to book a large group 407-644-4056 .

Hours of Operation

Monday-Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Closed Christmas Day

Cash or Checks Only

Please reserve by phone for groups for 10 or more

Adults - $14.00 Taxes Incl. Children (2-11) - $7.00 Taxes Incl. Under 2 Years Old Ride Free!

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312 East Morse Blvd. Winter Park, FL 32789

Please call Ahead for Wheelchair Reservations.

Outstanding Orlando Boat Tours (2024)

Orlando boat tours are a fantastic activity in Central Florida, no matter the type of boating adventure you choose.

Some of the suggestions below are full-day tours, and others take mere hours. But all are a great way to spend your time in order to enjoy the Sunshine State’s beautiful scenery. And that could mean a wild ride in the Everglades or sailing sunset cruises on one of the Orlando area’s attractive lakes.

We are sharing the best Orlando boat tours – private and group options – including scenic pontoon boat tours, airboat rides , kayaking , canoeing, sunset sails, and even boat rentals at Walt Disney World.

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Orlando Airboat Rides 

One of the things Florida is most known for is its famous airboat tours. Sign up for this fun adventure whether you’re in Fort Lauderdale or Miami, within Everglades National Park, or Orlando on Shingle Creek, on the headwaters of the Florida Everglades. 

You won’t soon forget an exciting airboat ride when you visit the Orlando area, with a chance to see Bald Eagles and other endemic tropical birds, alligators, and crocodiles (maybe even a baby alligator). 

Airboat rides are particularly popular amongst nature lovers. These special boats allow you to glide on the unique marshes and swampland of the Central Florida area. We thoroughly enjoyed our Florida airboat experience. 

Sign up for a 90-minute fun and educational Orlando airboat tour to encounter the real Florida with experienced captains. Alternatively, secure your spot for a 1-hour sunset airboat tour and hope for one of Florida’s famous colorful sunsets. 

Most airboat tours take place rain or shine. Just in case, we recommend traveling to Florida with a poncho or thin raincoat of some sort. Be sure to check in for your tour at least 30 minutes before the experience. 

Orlando Boat Tour on an Airboat with Transportation

This tour includes pick up and drop off in Central Florida (including designated Disney World and Universal hotels), a BBQ lunch, a printed photo, and admission to their animal rescue Wildlife Park, where you can see birds, big cats, and reptiles. 

The entire experience – from transportation to the boat ride – lasts around 7 hours, including the drive to and from the Everglades area. The Florida Everglades are approximately 45 minutes to an hour’s drive each way from Orlando. Choose from a 30-minute or 60-minute airboat ride when you book your experience . 

Orlando Sailing Tours 

How about enjoying Orlando’s lakes with wind power? Sailing tours are the perfect way to glide on the water. And a sunset sail is incredibly romantic, to boot! 

Private Morning Sail 

Set sail on a 2-hour private sailing tour, starting at 10:00 am. Adventure awaits on Lake Fairview for up to four guests. 

This area is just north of College Park near downtown Orlando and 15 minutes from Orlando’s Lieu Gardens. Don’t forget to bring towels if you want, though water is provided (and lakes are calm anyway, so you shouldn’t really get wet!).

Advanced reservations are required.

Private Lake Sunset Sail 

Sail on Lake Fairview, approximately 10 minutes from downtown Orlando, 30-35 minutes from the Disney theme parks (including the Disney Springs area), and 25 minutes from Universal. 

This 2-hour private Orlando boat tour can fit up to four people, and they allow you to bring your own snacks and beverages onboard. We recommend bringing a bottle of wine or champagne! 

We recommend bringing along a wine tumbler set for your sailboat adventure! 

Kayaking Tours

Connect with nature from the comfort of a kayak and get in some exercise too. Orlando boat tour options for kayaking are plentiful. 

Kayak with Manatees

Head 45 minutes north of Orlando for your chance to kayak with manatees! These cute and friendly mammals are famous in the Sunshine State, where they come to enjoy the warm water for the winter. 

Whether you’re a novice kayaking trying it for the first time, or an experienced pro, this tour is for you if you want to see a plethora of wildlife. 

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Glass Bottom Boat Kayak Tours

If you want to see the fish below the water’s surface without snorkeling, sign up for a glass-bottom kayak tour. See through the bottom of the boat on this Orlando boat tour and have the chance to view the colorful fish and marine plant life beneath you. 

Try a Rock Springs guided kayak eco-tour as you glide on the crystal-clear water for two hours. You’ll learn about the local ecosystem, stop for photos, and have the opportunity to swim in the springs. Opt to jump into the water from a rope swing for a thrill during this adventure. 

You can also opt for a sunset tour in a glass-bottom kayak . Paddle through the Winter Park Chain of Lakes and canals in a peaceful setting. Your knowledgeable guide will point out interesting nature homes along the way and share some history of the area. You’ll also be able to stop for photos where you like! 

This tour is likely to sell out: Reserve Now

Winter Park Evening Clear Kayak Glow in the Dark Tour

If you want to add a fun element to your kayaking adventure, sign up for a Winter Park kayak tour at night with a glow-in-the-dark kayak. The boats are illuminated with nighttime lighting!

They will surely be a good photo opp and fun outing as the lights make the water beneath you glow. 

Another great option is this Neon Night Glow Paddleboard or Clear Kayak experience on Lake Ivanhoe.

This unique boat tour allows you to see Orlando’s skyline at night as you paddle along with the help of your guides, the moonlight, and the colorful lights beneath your kayak or paddleboard.  

Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour

One of our favorite Orlando boat tours is in Winter Park. It was established in the 1930s, decades before Walt Disney World opened in Lake Buena Vista.

This pontoon boat tour starts near the well-known Park Avenue area. Set out on your scenic cruise from Lake Osceola to the Winter Park Chain of Lakes as your guide takes you through the manmade canals.

Sail past stunning homes in Winter Park, where you will have breathtaking views of the opulent private homes in the area (which is one of the reasons we enjoy the boat tour).

You will have a chance to see wonderful some of Florida’s beautiful birds, like Blue Herons and large cranes, as you travel on several lakes. 

Each boat holds a maximum of 18 passengers. Be sure to bring cash or a check to buy your tickets because credit cards are not accepted. We advise purchasing tickets in the morning on weekends, even if you plan on going later in the day. It’s a very popular tour, and tickets often sell out quickly. 

Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour is closed on Christmas Day. Otherwise, tours leave daily on the hour, starting at 10:00 am. The last tour is at 4:00 pm. 

Day Trip Boat Tours from Orlando

While the Orlando boat tours listed above are within 30 minutes, on average, from Orlando, it’s worth mentioning there are more boat tour options nearby within a 2-hour drive. Here are some additional Central Florida boat tour options. 

Mount Dora Lake Tours

One of our favorite destinations from Central Florida is 45 minutes north: the quaint town of Mount Dora . There’s so much to see and do there in the afternoon or morning; a boat tour is the best way to extend your trip to a whole day. 

Take a 2-hour pontoon boat tour with a departure point at the historic hotel, the Lakeside Inn. Enjoy your leisurely cruise around Lake Dora and The Harris Chain of Lakes, including the famed Dora Canal.

The all-weather 25’ boats can cruise rain or shine thanks to their retractable clear covers for the sides of the boat. Choose from one of two daytime tours, or their third option to cruise during sunset. 

Clearwater Beach with Dolphin Encounter Cruise

This 12-hour full-day tour begins with pick-up at 7:30 am. You’ll head west of Orlando to the popular Florida destination (Clearwater Beach), where you will take a cruise to encounter bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat. 

While this means that you aren’t guaranteed to spot dolphins, your tour guide will do his or her very best to find them. You may see these beautiful mammals up close by the boat or further in the distance if they appear in the ocean. Part of the fun is the anticipation. 

A one-hour dolphin tour boat ride is sandwiched between hours of free time on a Gulf Coast beach. For only $10 more, you can purchase a wristband for the boat ride that allows you to have unlimited beer, wine, and vodka punch. 

Pickup and drop off are included at one of three major locations of your choice (Disney areas included). This means that all you have to do is sign up for the tour and be at that location for pick-up time. 

Choose from the three pick-up locations listed below:

• Walt Disney World area, on Epcot Resorts Blvd. (northern area of the parks) 
• Walt Disney World area, at Maingate Lakeside Resort in Kissimmee (area of the Disney World theme parks that is further south) 
• International Drive (close to Universal) at Senor Frogs

Clear Canoe Boat Tour Near Orlando at Silver Springs

This clear canoe boat tour is approximately halfway between Orlando and Gainesville at Silver Springs. The drive is approximately an hour and 45 minutes from downtown Orlando. 

You’ll do a self-guided tour after the kayak company representative meets you and gives you a laminated map and some brief instructions. Paddle near Cypress Trees and see turtles, ducks, birds, and a chance to see manatees during the winter season, when they swim to Florida’s warm waters.

Dan and I often like to explore an area freely, on our own. Maybe you’re the same way! If so, this is a great tour for you in the Orlando area, as long as you can rent a car to get to the meeting point or take a taxi/Uber or Lyft there. 

Orlando Boat Tours at Walt Disney World

Did you know that you can rent motorized boats at Disney World? It’s one of the best things to do at Walt Disney World, besides the parks. 

Rent a Sun Tracker® Pontoon boat by the half-hour for up to 10 people. You can also opt to kayak or canoe from Fort Wilderness by the hour. 

One of the most singular boat tours in Orlando, or perhaps anywhere, is an Amphicar boat tour. Be a passenger and the envy of all onlookers in a cool convertible car that drives right into the water. This experience is available at Disney Springs restaurant, The Boathouse.

Lastly, you can book a specialty cruise to see the fireworks. You don’t even have to be a hotel guest to do so! Snacks and soft drinks are included in a memorable cruise on a 25’ boat. 

You can also request ​​for a festive banner and/or balloons to be set up on the boat, which is included in the cost (request at the time of booking). It’s a great thing to do for you and your partner or up to 10 guests total, whether a proposal, anniversary treat, or family reunion. 

What to Bring for Orlando Boat Tours

Florida’s heat can be brutal, depending on the time of year. No matter the month, you definitely need to protect your skin from the sun. The sun in FL is strong, year-round. 

Be sure to pack the following if you’ll be on the water in sunny Florida: 

• Refillable water bottle (the ice will stay intact for hours in the MiiR bottle, our favorite insulated wide-mouth bottle) 
• Reef-safe sunscreen
• SPF lip balm
• Eco-friendly bathing suit 
• Rash guard 

Conclusion for Best Orlando Boat Tours

Whether you want to captain a boat yourself, row your way through Florida’s waters in a kayak, see gators on an educational airboat ride, or go on a romantic sailboat cruise around one of Central Florida’s lakes, an Orlando boat is a wonderful Florida activity. 

It will connect you with nature, get you out in fresh air, and allow your body to absorb vitamin D in the Florida sunshine. Sign up for an Orlando boat tour and explore this southern state in a unique and adventurous way. 

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So besides the big parks, what ARE the other things to do in Orlando?

As a starting point, we knew of dozens of hidden treasures throughout Central Florida. Old Florida attractions that were the places to visit on an Orlando vacation long before Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and SeaWorld came to town. Many are still open and inviting guests for a fun day trip from Orlando!

These Orlando attractions don’t have the budgets to compete with Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and SeaWorld . As a result, our friends and guests had never heard of many of these Orlando attractions, and often they had no idea these places even existed. But we know them well, and these Orlando attractions are eager to entertain you as many have done for decades.

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We’re so proud to share our hometown with you, but more importantly, our passion is to cap off your stay in Orlando with the most memorable experience that we can give you.

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And, yes, besides all the other things to do in Orlando that we love to show off, we do go to Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and SeaWorld too. And we have for 25 years. So, we not only know all the secrets, but we actually grew up with the parks.

Collectively, our family of guides have worked at Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and SeaWorld , as well as some of the other Orlando attractions for nearly 50 years before we were giving Orlando tours. Some of us have even walked Universal’s Islands of Adventure and CityWalk in hard hat and boots when it was still in dirt under construction.

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"Amazing and fun boat tour in many lakes and tunnels just 35 minutes from Orlando! great experience good for all ages. Nate was a great and entertaining guide. everything was well organized. warmly recommended!"

"Fantastic way to learn about Clermont Florida and it's chain of lakes! Such an enjoyable and easy way to see the lakes, enjoy the water and Florida weather and soak up some unique facts about this wonderful area!"

"This was a really pleasant trip around a huge lake or lakes. You drive your own 2 person boat following a very knowledgeable guide. The highlight was seeing a nest with ospreys in it."

"Nathan was awesome on our tour. This is a must do in Orlando area. The boats are so much fun and the lakes and canals are beautiful. Whole family loved it."

"The catboat escapes are highly recommended, we had a wonderful day. The boats are fun to drive, and the guides are very welcoming and friendly."

"Nate was a fabulous guide. Top rated safety and educational. You will get wet and why not! Easy to maneuver. Can't wait to come back. You guys rock."

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Airboat Tours in Orlando, Florida

Take a ride through florida's everglades.

Looking for something other than the concrete jungle? Stop by Wild Willy’s for a thrilling airboat tour and get in touch with Florida in its natural habitat. Glide across the headwaters of the everglades in high-performance 6-passenger airboats and our newly added 14-passenger boat with our licensed and fully insured master captains!

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One-Hour Orlando Airboat Ride

Wild Willy’s One-Hour Airboat Rides are perfect for families looking for unique things to do near Orlando. Book an airboat tour on Lake Tohopekaliga, St. Cloud, to see gators, bald eagles, and much more!

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Glide across the Everglades on a thrilling airboat tour!

Huge alligators, bald eagles, the endangered snail kite, and more await your arrival! We treat them and all of our customers like family. So come on out and surround yourself with nature during one of our popular airboat rides through Florida’s vast everglades! At the end of your educational tour, you have the opportunity to take pictures with our resident alligators: Cricket, Sergio, Blue, and Splash! Come on out and see why we have more airboat ride reviews than anyone in Orlando, Kissimmee, St. Cloud, Tampa, Miami, and even worldwide.

With Over 10,000 Reviews Online, We’re The Most Talked About Airboat Tour Anywhere In The World!

First trip to Florida and this was one of my things to go too. Awesome place for Swap Tours. Great people at the front office with a smile as you walk in. Captain Jim is the man. Very likable and great personality! We got to see an 8’ alligator which was pretty cool. Great job guys!

This was an absolutely great airboat tour. AJ was our guide, who was informative and humorous too! I had a keen interest in birding and he pointed out about 10+ species of birds including 4 bald eagles. We saw about 5-10 alligators during our visit. Would visit again & highly recommend!

Wild Willys was a great Airboat ride through the marshes. Saw several gators and lots of wildlife. The guide was knowledgable about the area and very friendly. The people inside were also very friendly and knowledgable. Definitely recommend.

The one-hour airboat ride was perfect. We saw a variety of wildlife. The speed of the boat (what I really came for) was good, some fast times, some slow times. I chose the 9am time to avoid the sun and heat, and that was perfect too. I highly recommend Wild Willy's.

Deals for humans

Florida resident deals, military, first responder, and teacher deals.

(Four-person max, discount can be redeemed by booking over the phone or being refunded with proof of membership upon check-in. Combos and Half-Day Adventures are excluded.)

FHIA (Florida Hospitality industry association) DEALS

(Three person max)

AAA, TRAVEL AGENTS, SENIOR DEALS

(Discount can be redeemed by booking over the phone or being refunded with proof of membership upon check-in.)

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Embark on a wild adventure through the Headwaters of the Florida Everglades at Wild Florida!

Encounter over 200 native and exotic animals, savor unique swamp delicacies at the Chomp House Grill, and engage with captivating creatures in interactive encounters. Uncover the untouched beauty of pristine marshland on a U.S. Coast Guard certified airboat, spotting magnificent wildlife like eagles, alligators, and more.

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through our gator park

through our safari park

animals LIKE you've never seen them before

Don't miss out on our special deals as a florida resident, what are they saying.

We couldn't have been happier with the sloth encounter that my daughter went to. She is still smiling days later.

Greg noonan, this place is so awesome and gets better and better every year. just did the reptile and porcupine animal experiences and it was unbelievable, the drive through park was awesome. you could stay in your car and be comfortable and really get a close up view of the animals., emona newbold, wild florida airboats & gator park is an absolutely amazing experience for anyone who loves to explore the outdoors and get up close and personal with nature. the airboat rides are thrilling and provide an opportunity to see some of florida's most beautiful and unique landscapes..

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we’ve you covered in and out of Orlando , with the best boats, captains, and prices,!

At OBR we’re all about having a safe and fun time on the water . So let us know what you want to get out of your time and we’ll do everything we can to help you make it happen .

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Destinations

While you are in the Orlando Florida area, and are interested in the majestic waters, you should look into Orlando boat lake tours . 15 minutes from Orlando’s major tourist attractions is Kissimmee Florida.

Kissimmee offers many different lake boat tours available to you, your friends, and family. You can enjoy your water adventures in many different types of boats, such as yachts, pontoons, or standard boats.

Depending on what you are planning, partying is done more on a yacht. Family time and small friend gatherings usually are done on pontoons or standard boats.

Popular Tours In Orlando FL

Kissimmee Florida offers tours daily and you and your loved ones can sail the 40 mile tour from Lake Apopka to Lake Eustis, and back. Enjoy the water and sights with your family.

You can enjoy the warm air and beautiful wildlife and scenery from different sites you and your family see. Take lots of pictures, and enjoy yourself out in the waters.

You will have a sense of security on the tour knowing a professional is securely driving you and your loved ones deep into the waters. Someone navigating you and your loved ones to sea. Enjoy and mediate in the warm breeze that flows over the waters.

The boat tour guide will escort your several different area of the lake, where you can view certain attractions and views you can not see from land. Remember to bring your good camera, and snap as many memory filled photos as possible.

There will be experiences that you will want to capture in the moment. Pictures of family and friend enjoying themselves. Pictures of the blue waves smashing near you, or on the bay. Wildlife, that you rarely get to see from land. All moments, on your boat tour will be a moment to remember.

Have Fun With A Boat Tour In Orlando Florida

No matter what boat you choose from, you, your family and friends will have a blast. You and your companions should gather and talk and see what best fits your travel group and see what plans you have for your boating experience.

If you would like to rent a lavish luxury goddess like a yacht, that has all the bells and whistles available for you and your loved ones, Orlando is the place to be. Check out their lavished yacht rentals.

If you, your family and friends would rather take it slow and more steady, pontoon boats or smaller standard boats are available to rent as well. Pontoons are fun and family oriented vessels that have all the amenities needed to enjoy yourself and make memories.

Experience Guide And Captain For Your Boat Tours Around Orlando Lakes

Best thing about these rental goddesses are, you are the Captain of your own vessel. It gives you a sense of freedom, and adrenaline all at the same time. You will love to conquer your own vessel. If you can’t rent, you can always choose to do a tour on one of these boats.

A person will drive you out to the sea in the beautiful sunrise or beautiful sunset, or even in the day time, depends on what time your tour is. Some tours last 4 hours and cost per person. Either way figure out what is best for your party.

When making a decision, it may be difficult, all boats will allow you to enjoy the sun, waters and views, some or just more family friendly. All boats have life jackets and all safety measures needed in case of an emergency.

Come on down to Orlando Florida and soak up some sun, have some fun, and make some amazing unforgettable memories. Where there’s scenery nature views that you can’t see anywhere else. Regardless of your choice, you will have never before experiences, full of adrenaline and the rush of freedom and and lavish moments of courage.

You will feel like a true warrior, while your either manning your own rented vessel, or on a boat tour. The water has a way of turning all your fears into irrelevant past factors. Live in the moment, do what makes you happen.

Walk through the sand barefoot, put your hair down and come enjoy the waters in Orlando.

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Manatees Swim, Snorkel and Boat Day Tour from Orlando

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Escape the crowds and embark on a serene day on the Crystal River with us! Journey from Orlando to this spring-fed oasis, renowned as the Manatee Capital of the World. After an educational overview and receiving snorkel equipment, we'll take you on a boat ride along the crystal clear river, abundant with nature. Get up close with the gentle giants as you snorkel with the manatees. Later in the afternoon, we'll visit Homosassa State Park, dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of Florida Wildlife. It's a day of unforgettable encounters and nature's wonders!

• Boat ride on the Crystal River and through Kings Bay
• Swim and snorkel with manatees
• Visit the Homosassa State Park to see rescued Florida Wild Life
• Roundtrip transportation from Orlando, Kissimmee, Universal, or Disney areas
• Equipment provided: mask and snorkel
• Boat ride on Crystal River and Kings Bay
• Admission to Homosassa State Wildlife Park
• Licensed, professional & friendly guide-driver
• Comfortable & air conditioned transportation
• Mandatory $15 wetsuit rental for any swimmers to be paid on tour day
• Food and beverages
• Optional gratuities

Please Note

• Please wear swimsuit under clothes in the morning as it will make things easier upon arrival at the dive shop.
• Bring towels and a change of clothes for after the dive time.
• Mandatory $15 wetsuit rental for swimmers to be paid on tour day, they are cleaned and sanitized between use.
• This activity may not be available on some holidays, including Thanksgiving and Christmas Day

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We have meeting points throughout the tourism corridors of Orlando, Lake Buena Vista, and Kissimmee including the Disney and Universal areas. Please arrive to your meeting location at least 5 to 10 minutes prior to the departure time. Wait outside the meeting point as the Guides will not go into lobbies or stores to look for guests

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• Orlando Everglades / Alligator Tours
• 1 Hour Airboat Tour
• 90 Minute Airboat Tour
• 2 Hour Airboat Tour
• 4 Hour Airboat Tour

Orlando Airboat Tours A Real Florida Experience!

Orlando Airboat Tours: Operated by Marsh Landing Adventures

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED 

We offer the closest Airboat Tour and Eco Tour to all of the Central Florida Attractions.  

Here at Orlando Airboat Tours, we run smaller airboats so we can get you into locations the larger, barge type boats can’t get to. Our airboats  are state of the art,  stadium seating open boats which give all passengers an unobstructed, fantastic view of the diversity of wildlife and plant life that call the swamp their home.  Our boats are not covered due to the areas we take our guests.

Our Airboat Adventure Prices are per person:

• 1 Hour   $55.00 Adults / $50.00 Child
• 90 Minute  $70.00 Adults / $65.00 Child
• 2 Hour   $90.00 / $85.00 Child
• 4 Hour Wilderness Excursion (4 Person Minimum) $175.00 Adult / $165.00 Child
• Private Tours

Our airboat rides give you the opportunity to experience the real WILD side of Florida.  We want you to see the Florida alligators, wildlife of all kinds, many species of birds, and beautiful flora.

• Monday – Saturday tours start at 9:00 am, 11:00 am. 1:00 pm,  3:00 pm, and 5:00pm – RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
•  Sundays : Closed

*** You MUST check in at the ticket office 30 minutes BEFORE  your tour time at 2830 Neptune Rd  Kissimmee, Fl 34744 –  Brown cabin next to the restrooms***

Cancellation Policy:  Our tours run rain or shine.  24 Hour notice required for a refund.

We have smaller boats, so we can get into areas the big barge type boats can’t get to.  For large groups, we have additional boats as needed to accommodate you. The boats depart at the same time and return at the same time. You will have opportunities to see each other and take pictures of each other while you are out in the swamp.

Our captains will stop and talk with you, encourage you to ask questions, let you take pictures, and we also want you to HEAR the wildlife.

We do our tours rain or shine!   We will do a delay if the weather gets bad.  In Florida, if you wait a little bit, the weather gets better!

Not at all. Life Jackets required for kids 6 and under, but all will enjoy our Airboat Tours. Smooth and exciting tour!

Welcome to Big Toho Marina

Marsh Landing Adventures has recently ventured into an exciting new Headwaters of the Florida Everglades Adventure.

As of June 1, 2024 – We became the new owners of Big Toho Marina.    Located at 69 Lakeview Dr  Kissimmee, Fl

Big Toho Marina is a full service restaurant “Captain and Tequila Dockside”  – serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

We are also moving forward with a first… Big Toho Marina Floating Bait & Tackle Shop.

An added bonus for those of you who would like an opportunity to experience the  wildlife and view beauty of The Florida Everglades, We have introduced: Florida Everglades Eco-Toon Tours –   Relax and enjoy your surrounding aboard an 18 passenger covered pontoon boat, while the captain shows you the real Headwater of the Florida Everglades, where it all begins.

• Big Toho Marina open 7 days a week- 5:00am – 8:00 pm
• Call for more information 407-201-5008
• Florida Everglades Eco-Toon Tours   407-717-1024

Did You Know?

Shingle Creek which is located right here in Central Florida is the Headwaters for the Florida Everglades. Right where we take you on our exciting airboat adventures is where the Everglades start. Come take an exciting airboat ride and see where the largest living estuary in the World starts from a little creek.

Voted "Best" Tour For Central Florida In Orlando Airboat Reviews !

Our ninety-minute ride was everything we had hoped it would been, and it was made even more enjoyable by my comfy bucket seat in the front row (and a carabiner to secure my bag). Captain Wayde was friendly to us guests and, even more importantly to me, respectful of the animal life we encountered. I think that a Marsh Landing Adventures airboat ride is an excellent way to leave one’s everyday world behind and get immersed in Central Florida nature.

Had a fantastic 1hr ride out with Capt Scott what a charmer very funny and knows his stuff for sure, had a wonderful exhilarating ride out into the swamps even had a beer at no charge if you are there in the area its a well worth trip.

We had a boat tour with Captain Chris and honestly if I had the time this holiday I would go again! It was amazing! The marsh was picturesque and full of wildlife. We were even lucky enough to see a few alligators! Our Captain was great ; very friendly and informative! An absolute 10/10.

We have been voted, in Orlando Airboat Reviews, as the best 90 minute and 2 hour alligator tour in Central Florida.

Be sure to check out the rest of our website to find out more information about the best airboat rides in Florida, purchasing airboat tour tickets online, and making reservations by phone.