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The 15 Best Clear Kayak Tours in Orlando

40 tours  ·  from $35

Clear-bottomed hulls only work where the water is clear, which is why every one of these runs on a spring rather than a lake. The 15 below compare the runs at Rock Springs, Silver Springs and Rainbow Springs on price, paddling distance and how much of the tour is actually guided.

Rock Springs 2-Hour Glass Bottom Guided Kayak Eco Tour - Wildlife is a bonus, not the main promise
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Rock Springs 2-Hour Glass Bottom Guided Kayak Eco Tour

1.Rock Springs 2-Hour Glass Bottom Guided Kayak Eco Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,459 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $115Our pick

Paddle a 100% clear tandem kayak through Rock Springs Run’s blue-green Emerald Cut with a local guide such as Jacob, Dani, Megan, or David. Expect shaded water, wildlife stops, a rope swing or jump platform, and a cool spring swim. The upstream section requires moderate effort.

“This was a unique experience that left us feeling refreshed afterwards. Megan was our guide, she was amazing!”

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Glass Bottom Kayak Eco Tour through Rainbow Springs - The opening paddle on Rainbow River
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Glass Bottom Kayak Eco Tour through Rainbow Springs

2.Glass Bottom Kayak Eco Tour through Rainbow Springs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 943 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

Meet your guide at KP Hole Park in Dunnellon for a two-hour clear-kayak trip on Rainbow River. Paddle over crystal-clear springs, watch for turtles, fish, birds, otters, and alligators, and explore a narrow creek. Guides such as Sara, Andres, Sam, and Bria add local nature facts and practical help.

“Excellent, Sara was a wonderful guide. Such a unique experience. Defiantly plan to swim and bring googles!”

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Glass Bottom Kayak Tours of Silver Springs - Meeting your guide at Silver Springs State Park
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Glass Bottom Kayak Tours of Silver Springs

3.Glass Bottom Kayak Tours of Silver Springs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 580 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $84

Meet guides such as Josh, Bry, or Sam at Silver Springs State Park, learn to paddle a tandem clear kayak, then follow the spring run for 90 minutes to two hours. Look below for fish and turtles, and along the banks for manatees, monkeys, alligators, birds, and otters.

“Can warmly recommend this trip, so amazing seeing all the wildlife! Our guide Bry was really amzing also 🥰”

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Silver Springs Clear Kayak Manatee, Monkey & Wildlife Adventures - The wildlife list is wide, but never guaranteed
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Silver Springs Clear Kayak Manatee, Monkey & Wildlife Adventures

4.Silver Springs Clear Kayak Manatee, Monkey & Wildlife Adventures

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 419 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $80

Spend two hours on Silver Springs with guides such as Steve, Chris, Ashley, and Justin. Paddle a clear kayak, tandem boat, solo kayak, or paddleboard while looking for manatees, monkeys, turtles, alligators, fish, birds, and old film relics beneath the water.

“Justin was a great guide. Very knowledgeable and did a great job of finding and pointing out wildlife as we paddled through the park”

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Clear Kayak or Paddleboard Manatee Adventure - What the two-hour outing feels like
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Clear Kayak or Paddleboard Manatee Adventure

5.Clear Kayak or Paddleboard Manatee Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 344 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $80

Paddle the Fort King trail at Silver Springs State Park in a clear kayak or on a paddleboard. Guides such as Stevie and Roger point out manatees, turtles, alligators, birds, fish, and sometimes monkeys. The tour lasts about two hours, with photos shared afterward.

“Pack the sunscreen, sunglasses & wear a hat. Because the most adventurous & yet the most peaceful adventure is here. All in one place.”

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Cypress Forest: Guided Nature Kayak Eco-Tour - Under the cypress canopy
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Cypress Forest: Guided Nature Kayak Eco-Tour

6.Cypress Forest: Guided Nature Kayak Eco-Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 341 reviews · from $74

Start at The Paddling Center in Kissimmee for a two-hour guided paddle along Shingle Creek, the Everglades headwaters. Guides such as Joshua and Ryan teach basic strokes, share local ecology, and help you spot turtles, birds, snakes, and perhaps an alligator. Choose a single or tandem kayak.

“Ryan was so friendly, knowledgeable, and patient. He was an amazing guide! I highly recommend this kayaking experience!”

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Silver Springs: Clear Kayak Wildlife Adventure - A Two-Hour Route Through Spring-Fed Water
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Silver Springs: Clear Kayak Wildlife Adventure

7.Clear Kayak Wildlife Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 247 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Paddle a tandem clear kayak along Florida’s spring-fed Silver River for about two hours. Guides such as Aly, Josh, and Emma point out wildlife, share local nature facts, and help beginners find their rhythm. Kayaks, paddles, life jackets, and dry bags are provided.

“Emma was a great tour guide. Would definitely recommend this tour. We saw not one but 10 alligators during this kayak tour. Wonderful experience. Saw plenty of monkeys as well. Water is amazingly clean and river looks beautiful.”

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Sassy’s Silver Springs Kayak and Paddleboard Tours - Meeting the guide and getting on the water
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Sassy’s Silver Springs Kayak and Paddleboard Tours

8.Sassy’s Silver Springs Kayak and Paddleboard Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 229 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $75

Spend about two and a half hours kayaking or paddleboarding on Silver River with guides such as Brad, Sassy, Maria, Carrie, or Pipi. Boats, paddles, life vests, and dry bags are supplied. Expect clear water, wildlife, local stories, and guide-taken photos, plus a separate $6 park and launch fee.

“My family had the best time with Brad! We love kayaking and all things wildlife, so we really enjoyed learning about the local ecosystem and springs. We didn’t see any manatees this time, but we did see so many other animals - gators, turtles, birds, snakes & fish! Can’t wait to come back and do this tour again!”

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Small Group Manatee Discovery Kayak Tour near Orlando - Arriving at 2398 W French Avenue
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Small Group Manatee Discovery Kayak Tour near Orlando

9.Small Group Manatee Discovery Kayak Tour near Orlando

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 224 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $80

Paddle calm waters at Blue Spring State Park with a guide such as Jeff, TJ, Jimi, or Astrid. This beginner-friendly, two-hour tour uses stable sit-on-top kayaks and small groups of up to 10. Winter brings the best chance of seeing hundreds of manatees, along with gators, turtles, herons, and eagles.

“Nothing short of spectacular! It was both incredibly fun and informative! Jeff, our guide, was amazing!!”

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Winter Park Chain of Lakes Day Time Clear Kayak Paddle - Starting at Dinky Dock Park
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Winter Park Chain of Lakes Day Time Clear Kayak Paddle

10.Winter Park Chain of Lakes Day Time Clear Kayak Paddle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 216 reviews · from $69

Spend about two hours in a clear kayak on Winter Park’s Chain of Lakes, passing Venetian-style canals, grand homes, and natural areas. A guide such as Cameron, Rosa, Keith, Chad, or Ryan leads the small group, with paddles, life jackets, and instruction included.

“Rosa was amazing tour guide. Very welcoming and took us all at a nice pace. Would go again in a minute.”

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Clear Kayak Sunset Tour through The Winter Park Chain of Lakes - Paddling through the Venetian-style canals
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Clear Kayak Sunset Tour through The Winter Park Chain of Lakes

11.Clear Kayak Sunset Tour through The Winter Park Chain of Lakes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 198 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $80

Paddle a clear kayak through Winter Park’s Venetian-style canals and connected lakes as the light softens. A guide such as Kally, Keith, Chad, Rosa, Chris, or Jackson leads the way, sharing local history, houses, wildlife, and practical paddling help. The two-hour tour returns to 410 Ollie Ave.

“Great experience, loved the tour. If you’re into learning about a little bit of history/house prices and just seeing a nice sight, you’ll like this tour. The guide was awesome. Was a little bit longer than two hours but that’s because we weren’t the strongest paddling group. If you are not used to kayaking lots, you may be a little sore after. I would definitely recommend the tour though. Chad did a great job guiding us.”

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Wekiva River Guided Kayak Tour - Paddling the wilderness boundary for seven miles
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Wekiva River Guided Kayak Tour

12.Wekiva River Guided Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 196 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $100

Spend about four hours paddling seven miles along Florida’s Wekiva River with guides such as Greg, Sue, Jimi, Bill, or Gina. Expect safety coaching, wildlife sightings, a lunch stop, and a small group of no more than 14 people. Bring cash for parking and clothes that can get wet.

“The serenity of the canals on this trip will be cherished. The rain on our day made the experience even better. We saw manatees, alligators and large birds. A highlight was stopping on the river for snacks. Greg was very knowledgeable about the history of the area as well as the facts on the plants and trees. Very enjoyable adventure.”

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Florida Bioluminescent Kayak & Paddle Board Adventure - From Kiwanis Island Park to the night water
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Florida Bioluminescent Kayak & Paddle Board Adventure

13.Florida Bioluminescent Kayak & Paddle Board Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 178 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)

Paddle the Indian River Lagoon from Merritt Island with A Paddle in Paradise. Choose a stable kayak or stand-up paddleboard, then look for summer dinoflagellates or winter comb jellies. Guides including Nate, Jeff, and Jess add wildlife facts, safety help, and photos to this 12-person evening outing.

“Jeff was a great tour guide. Very informative and made sure we all had a great experience. I would highly recommend doing his tour. We had such a wonderful time.”

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Silver Springs Glass Bottom Kayak Tour - The wildlife you may see from the kayak
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Silver Springs Glass Bottom Kayak Tour

14.Silver Springs Glass Bottom Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 159 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Spend about two hours on Silver Springs with a guide such as Ilissa, Sherri, Shary, Tanya, or Caitlyn leading the way. Your glass-bottom kayak, paddle, seat, PFD, and dry storage are included. Watch for manatees, alligators, turtles, monkeys, otters, birds, fish, statues, and wrecks.

“Great guides and an excellent experience! We saw an abundance of wildlife. A perfect place to see manatee and alligators.”

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LED Glow in the Dark Clear Kayak or Paddleboard in Paradise - Choosing between a clear kayak and paddleboard
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LED Glow in the Dark Clear Kayak or Paddleboard in Paradise

15.LED Glow in the Dark Clear Kayak or Paddleboard in Paradise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 157 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

Spend about two hours on Lake Ivanhoe in a clear, LED-lit kayak or paddleboard. Guides such as Mike, Savannah, Bryce, Rich, and Bob offer paddling help, local stories, and photos. Beginners are welcome, but expect some splashes and bring a layer for cooler evenings.

“Super awesome tour guide really nice and funny and gave us a whole history lesson of the lake we kayaked”

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★ 5.0Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour near OrlandoFrom $6022 reviews
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★ 5.0Wekiva Wildlife Kayaking Adventure TourFrom $555 reviews
★ 5.0Sunset Clear Kayak or Paddleboard in Paradise TourFrom $654 reviews
★ 4.7LED Night Glow Clear Kayak or Paddleboard TourFrom $7515 reviews
★ 4.6Clear Kayak and Paddleboard 2-Hour RentalFrom $4526 reviews
★ 5.0Rainbow Springs Electric Paddle Tour34 reviews
★ 5.0Exclusive Nature Escape Kayak Adventure on Blackwater CreekFrom $9020 reviews

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