Best Things to Do in
Orlando: Water Activities
There are plenty of things to do in Orlando aside from enjoying its many theme parks. You and your family
can enjoy the outdoors with these fun water activities in Orlando and
surrounding areas:
1. 30-Minute Airboat Ride
Location: 3702 Big Bass
Road, Kissimmee, FL
Price: $50 per adult
Venture out into the
headwaters of the Florida Everglades and see the natural beauty of Central
Florida on 30-minute airboat ride. As you glide over the water, your certified
U.S. coast guard captain will make several stops and point out indigenous
wildlife in one of the world’s most diverse ecosystems including Florida gators
nesting on the high grass. Your captain will make some fancy maneuvers, twists
and turns to make the ride more enjoyable. Children below 2 get complimentary
rides. Make sure to check in at least 15 minutes prior to the tour’s start
time.
2. Airboat & Monster
Truck Tour with Transportation
Location: Wild Florida, 3301
Lake Cypress Road, Kenansville, FL
Go on a thrilling airboat
ride while enjoying the fantastic views of the Everglades of Central Florida
and then take a thrilling ride on a real monster truck across Florida’s orange
groves. While on the airboat ride, make sure your cameras are ready to capture
some of the diverse and indigenous species in the Central Florida Everglades
like the hawk, bald eagle, or osprey diving for fish. You might also see some
Majestic Florida gators soaking up some sunshine on the banks. After the boat
ride, you can check out the many exhibits at the wildlife park featuring water
buffalo, deer, wild boar, and turkey. Another exciting adventure awaits as you
head on to the private cattle and citrus ranch for an exciting monster truck
ride. The orange groves (which is one of the largest agricultural industries in
Florida) offer a perfect setting for a monster truck ride. Visit the country store and grab some local
treats like their award-winning orange juice, jams, and lemonade slushies.
3. Amphibious Mucky Duck
Adventure
Location: Revolution Off
Road, 4000 State Road 33, Clermont, FL 34714
Price: $43
Take a thrilling ride on an
8-wheel amphibious utility vehicle called Mucky Duck as it glides through dry
land, mud puddles, and water. Set among
Florida’s most beautiful natural trails, the course has a few obstacles along
the way. The ride is smooth because of the 8 wheels on the vehicle. The ride is
safe and perfect for the entire family to enjoy but be prepared to get dusty
and muddy after the fun Muddy Duck ride!
4. ATV Rental
Location: Revolution Off
Road, 4000 State Road 33, Clermont, FL 34714
Price: $81
Marvel in the natural beauty
of Florida’s countryside while driving an ATV across 230 acres of grassy banks,
sand hills, muddy dips, and dirt tracks along a huge manmade lake. Whether you’re a skilled driver or just a
beginner, the course is the perfect place to experience safe off-road driving.
Be prepared to get muddy and dirty, though. After a safety briefing, your
trained guide will lead you around a course of dirt trails and muddy dips at a
pace that is suited to your level. Safety equipment, helmet, gloves, and
goggles will be provided. You’ll get dirty but you’ll definitely have fun while
getting a great view of Florida’s natural flora and fauna. Persons below 18
need their parent’s or guardian’s permission for the ATV ride. You must be at
least 16 years old and present a valid ID to ride.
5. Butler Chain of Lakes
Boat Tour
Location: Orlando Lake
Tours, 10900 CHASE ROAD, WINDERMERE, FL 34786
Price: $25
As you cruise up beautiful
North Lake Butler's chain of lakes, catch glimpses of Florida wildlife and
multi-million dollar homes of Orlando's rich and famous. Led by an expert
guide, learn about the unique collection of lakes as you sail on a 25-foot (7.6-m)
pontoon boat.
Coast along North Lake
Butler's chain of lakes, where 13 lakes cover almost 5,000 acres (2,023 ha) of
narrow canals weaving under Spanish moss hanging low from ancient cypress
trees. On the 10-passenger boat, encounter an abundance of flora and fauna as
well as picture-perfect lakes as you make your way to Lake Isleworth, Lake
Louise, Lake Butler, and Bird Island.
While traveling along the
lakes and canals, catch glimpses of freshwater fish teeming in the waterways
and alligators sunbathing on the water's edge or skimming the surface of the
murky waters. Along the tour of peaceful waterways, see many exotic birds and
scurrying mammals as you follow a route boasting incredible mansions of famous
athletes and celebrities.
6. Clearwater Beach Day Trip
Location: Clearwater Beach,
Clearwater, FL
Price: $65
Experience a memorable day
trip to beautiful Clearwater and enjoy the sights and sounds of Florida's west
coast. Sit back and relax on the beach while enjoying a fresh picnic lunch and
some priceless free time on the gorgeous white sand.
Clearwater is a scenic
beach-town city located just west of Tampa, and according to the Guinness Book
of World Records, holds the record for most consecutive days of sunshine in a
single year, with 361 days. Come and soak up the warm Florida sun and set your
eyes on the beautiful blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Let the calm vibes of
one of Florida's famous beach towns take your worries away.
Lather up in sunscreen and
go for a walk along the shore, or take a detour to Cleveland Street and check
out one of the city's historic avenues. Walk over to the waters of the
Intercoastal Waterway, which separates the city from the beach, for some
breathtaking photo opportunities. Before heading back to Orlando, be sure to
dive into the Gulf and enjoy the warm saltwater.
7. Clearwater Deep Sea
Fishing
Location: Clearwater Beach, Clearwater, FL
United States
Price: $119
Head to the west coast of
Florida and take to the seas as you head out on an exciting fishing excursion
in the warm waters off of Clearwater Beach. This 4-hour fishing trip puts you
on top of some of the Southeast’s most sought-after saltwater fish.
Enjoy round trip
transportation to and from Orlando as you set out for Clearwater Beach. Upon arrival,
head to the beautiful white sand to relax, grab some food, or take some photos
before the boat leaves the dock. Then, cruise out to the blue marine waters of
the Gulf of Mexico for some deep sea fishing. Use the provided equipment to
hone in on snapper, grouper, and many other types of local fish.
Your expert crew and captain
take you out to one of the area's most productive reefs, so be prepared to hear
the drag run out on your pole as the fish attack your bait. Keep your legal
catches and filet them back at the dock. This full-day tour offers you the best
of land and sea.
There are so many ways you
can enjoy the rest of the summer with all these great water activities and
things to do in Orlando. So make your plans now and get the family together for
some summer fun in Orlando.
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