6 Stand-Up Paddleboarding in Orlando Worth Booking

1.Clear Kayak or Paddleboard Manatee Adventure

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

Paddle a clear kayak or stand-up paddleboard through Silver Springs State Park on the Fort King trail. Guides such as Stevie, Roger, Ben, and Rodger point out manatees, turtles, birds, alligators, otters, and sometimes monkeys while taking photos and underwater videos. The two-hour outing suits couples, families, and first-time paddlers with moderate fitness.

“It was so fun. Saw everything I was hoping to see. Tour guide was awesome, friendly and great sense of humor. Will highly recommend this to friends and family that will be traveling to FL.”

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2.Sassy’s Silver Springs Kayak and Paddleboard Tours

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

Spend about two and a half hours on Silver River by kayak or paddleboard, with guides such as Brad, Sassy, Maria, Carrie, and Pipi sharing local wildlife and history. Boats, paddles, life vests, and dry bags are included. Expect a small group of no more than 16, clear water, and a $6 park fee.

“We had a great experience on the river with our guide Ryan! The manatees were plentiful and the alligators were out sunning on the banks. We learned a lot from Ryan and he was very patient in teaching us how to kayak. Definitely worth the trip.”

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3.Florida Bioluminescent Kayak & Paddle Board Adventure

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

Meet in Merritt Island for a 1-hour-45-minute night paddle with A Paddle in Paradise. Choose a stable kayak or stand-up paddleboard, then watch summer dinoflagellates or winter comb jellies glow around your craft. Guides such as Nate, Jess, and Jeff add local nature and waterway insight. Photos, bug spray, and phone pouches are provided.

“Fab late night paddle. Nate is great - personable and very knowledgable ; promises to be a great experience.”

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4.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, illuminated kayak or paddleboard. Guides such as Mike, Savannah, Bryce, Rich, and Bob provide a safety briefing, paddling help, local stories, and complimentary photos. Beginners are welcome, but expect some splashing and limited light beneath the boat.

“This was my first time it was very fun and had beautiful scenery I even seen a few big fish. Also prepare to get wet !”

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5.Clear Kayak and Paddleboard 2-Hour Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 26 reviews · 2 hours · from $45Best value

Meet the English-speaking team at Lake Ivanhoe Boat Ramp, choose a clear single kayak, tandem kayak, or paddleboard, and receive a short lesson before setting off. You can paddle through three connected lakes, spot turtles, fish, birds, and perhaps otters, then finish near Ivanhoe Village restaurants. Mike is one of the named guides.

“We were not sure about this activity, but it was fantastic, 3 lakes to sail round all 7 of us really enjoyed it and to get a photo album at the end was the icing on the cake”

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6.LED Night Glow Clear Kayak or Paddleboard Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 15 reviews · 2 hours · from $75

You’ll paddle Lake Ivanhoe after dark in a clear kayak or LED-lit paddleboard, choosing your own glow color as city lights reflect on the water. Guides such as Bryce, Savannah, and Mike lead beginners across the lake, take complimentary photos, and help families, couples, and groups enjoy a calm, alligator-free setting near Orlando’s Ivanhoe Village.

“Merci à Mike pour la balade Super guide Un moment magique et fun”

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