Orlando · ORLANDO MANATEE & WILDLIFE TOURS
The animals move into the springs when the air turns cold, so timing matters more than the operator. These 15 cover the clear-kayak runs, the drive-through parks and the boat trips, priced, with the season each one depends on.
Ride an airboat through Central Florida’s Everglades, spot alligators and birds, then explore Wild Florida’s wildlife park.
“Book with Lauren as your tour guide. She’s the best tour guide you would want. She let us know she has been living on the lake since a kid, which in my opinion gave her the best experience for being a guide.”
Paddle Silver Springs in a clear kayak with guides who help you spot manatees, monkeys, turtles, alligators, fish, birds, and movie relics.
“SO MUCH WILD LIFE it was awesome, our guide Chris was super knowledgeable about all the wild life and areas in the park and was a joy to be with for our adventure. Definitely would recommend!”
Paddle Silver Springs in a clear kayak or paddleboard, spotting manatees, turtles, alligators, birds, and monkeys with a local guide.
“Roger was an excellent guide, Informative and helpful made it fun. Would highly recommend this tour.”
Cruise Winter Haven’s Chain of Lakes for wildlife, local history, Cypress Gardens, alligators, birds, and a look at Florida’s water-skiing past.
“Bring a hair tie or hat for ladies. Boat was nice and clean. Very knowledgeable guide. Highly recommend.”
Glide through Florida wetlands on a 90-minute airboat tour from Orlando, with wildlife spotting, alligator sightings, and clear views from stadium seating.
“Had a brilliant time on the trip, our host Ally was lovely and very knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend doing this if you get the chance.”
Paddle a clear tandem kayak on Florida’s Silver River, with chances to see manatees, alligators, monkeys, birds, and fish.
“Josh is an amazing tour guide, very kind and super cool. Provided dry bags I don’t think I have ever came across any tour guides that has done that before. If you book Josh you won’t be disappointed:) .”
Swim near wild manatees at Crystal River, visit Homosassa Springs, enjoy lunch, and add an airboat ride on this full-day trip from Orlando.
“We had a wonderful day! The tour guides were amazing, each experience is worth doing, & it was fun for the whole family! A few things to know- 1. swimming with the manatees is first so bring a dry change of clothes to be comfortable for the day. 2. Don’t skip the boat ride into hamosa park! Wait in line . . . It’s worth it 3. Be respectful of your groups time. Don’t make people wait on you. . . Be there for all pick up times!”
Paddle Blue Spring State Park near Orlando with a small group, seeing manatees, alligators, turtles, and birds for $80 per person.
“It was a bucket list experience. TJ was professional and fun, knew where to take us to observe manatees up close, and made sure that we had the right equipment to be comfortable and safe. He gave us a quick refresh on how to paddle a kayak since it’d been awhile since we’d been on one. He also showed us a lot of other wildlife in the area. The experience was great.”
Cruise Winter Haven’s famous Chain of Lakes by pontoon for wildlife, local history, Cypress Gardens views, and spring-training lore.
“Rich was a knowledgeable tour guide. He was careful to explain all of the interests along the tour - alligators, many birds, social attractions as well as historic homes. The size of the boat was just right for this tour.”
Paddle Merritt Island waters in search of dolphins, manatees, spoonbills, and more on this guided Cocoa Beach kayak or paddleboard tour.
“I’ve done a few 3 brothers tours and they’re always amazing. The staff is knowledgeable and helpful, as well as fun and patient. This trip was new for me. It was beautiful!”
Kayak the Indian River near Orlando with manatees, dolphins, birds, and a local guide on this small-group Cape Canaveral eco-tour.
“The tour guides were very knowledgeable and gave us information about all of the trees, bushes, animals, the scenery and the history of this part of Florida. We saw lots of manatees and a bunch of dolphins! It was a great experience”
Swim with wild manatees in Crystal River, visit Homosassa Springs, and enjoy lunch, transport, and a full day of Florida wildlife.
“Great day seeing manatees and the tour guide was very informative”
Paddle a clear tandem canoe on Silver River, spotting manatees, turtles, alligators, birds, fish, and rhesus monkeys for $35.
“This place is a little pricey for how little there is to do if i were to go here again i’d do the 4 hour trip “ more bang for your buck”. My guide Paul 10/10 recommend trying to get him as your guide he was very friendly, and he was really knowledgeable about the springs the only thing that sucked is that we didn’t get to see any sea manatees and or monkeys but there is still plenty of wildlife out there to see. There is also a whole park to explore afterwords and or before your trip.”
Paddle Silver Springs with a small group, clear water, manatees, alligators, monkeys, and an excellent guide for $65.
“Tour guide was amazing. Learned the history of the spring. Will do it again. We saw the manatee, lots of turtles, alligators, baby hatchling, fish, snake.”
Paddle clear waters at Silver Springs, spotting manatees, monkeys, turtles, and alligators on a compact Florida nature tour.
“Absolutely DO NOT BOOK WITH THIS COMPANY! We drove 2 hrs, just to NEVER see or hear from this company. No phone call, email, NOTHING!! Very unprofessional, distasteful, and disrespectful!! I highly suggest you NOT BOOK WITH THREE BROTHERS!!”
Pick a gate, a spring run or a stage.
