4 Night Kayak Tours in Orlando Worth Getting Wet For

1.Florida Bioluminescent Kayak & Paddle Board Adventure

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

Paddle with guides such as Nate, Jeff, or Jess on Florida’s Indian River lagoon, choosing a stable kayak or stand-up paddleboard. Summer brings glowing dinoflagellates, while cooler months bring comb jellies. Expect about 1 hour 45 minutes on the water, photos, bug spray, and a small group capped at 12.

“Awesome Experience! Definitely recommend for couples or families. The bioluminescence literally looks magical”

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

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

Paddle a clear kayak, tandem kayak, or paddleboard across Lake Ivanhoe near downtown Orlando for about two hours. Guides such as Mike, Savannah, Bryce, and Richie provide instruction, local stories, and photos, while LED lights glow beneath your boat.

“AMAZING! We had the best time. Just myself and my 16 year old son. It was a beautiful night and a great experience. Our guide was the best and made the experience one of a kind.”

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3.Clear Kayak Glow in the Dark Tour Through Winter Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Launch beside Rollins College and paddle a clear, light-up kayak through canals linking three Winter Park lakes. Your guide, often Chris, Chad, or Jackson, teaches the basics and points out wildlife, local stories, and grand homes. The 90-minute evening trip suits beginners, couples, and families.

“The night was perfect with a full moon and fire works. Being out on lake at night was peaceful and relaxing experience.We saw fish and plants under water with our boat light. Chad our guide was excellent. He made sure that we had a memorable experience. I will be back for the day Kayaking.”

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4.Bioluminescence Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 70 reviews · from $86

Paddle a warm, shallow stretch of Florida’s Banana River with an English-speaking guide, watching dinoflagellates flash around your paddle and kayak. Bill and Gina are praised for their wildlife knowledge, while the short evening tour may reveal glowing fish, manatees, dolphins, or simply a bright sky.

“Bill was amazing and the water was sooo cool! Bucket list for sure! Thank you!!”

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