Central Florida · GUIDED
75 tours
Here are the 15 guided tours worth an afternoon, each with its price, its run time and the one detail that decides it for most people. Number one earns the spot.
Swim with wild manatees in Crystal River for 3 hours, with wetsuits, small groups, and an in-water guide plus photos available.
“Highly recommend. Very knowledgeable. All around fun time. The guide and captain. Were fantastic. Great gift shop as well”
Small-group Crystal River manatee snorkeling with wetsuit and snorkel gear, plus an in-water guide/photographer and HD photos.
“Absolutely worth every penny! The entire 3 hour experience from start to finish was both fun and professional. Maleah and Captain Wade were very nice, knowledgeable people who truly love and respect these creatures. Within minutes of being in the springs, we found a mom/calf duo and spent so much time in the water than my fingers were pruning! Being so close to these gentle giants is a life changing experience.”
Rock Springs Emerald Cut clear kayak tour from Orlando, with spring dips, wildlife spotting, and a small-group guide. 2.5 hours, $115.
“I was looking forward to the experience, but I was not able to complete the excursion due to lack of experience. This was a bit more difficult than expected. We decided to go back and we lost our money.”
Deluxe street-legal Tampa golf cart tour from Harbour Island with small-group stops at Ybor City, Bayshore Boulevard, and the Tampa Postcard Mural.
“We are Tampa natives and still loved the tour. Our guide was lovely. She accurately explained the history at each location while navigating with ease.”
Small-group manatee snorkeling in Crystal River with wetsuits, gear, in-water photos, and hot cocoa after. 3 hours.
“What a great experience! Although our group was a bit larger than it should’ve been due to staffing issues, our guide Crystal, managed it all amazingly. She lead us to pockets of areas to see the list manatees and away from the crowds as much as possible. We saw so many beautiful floaty potatoes up close and personal. Highly recommend this tour and definitely ask for Crystal!”
Private Crystal River manatee snorkeling for up to 10. Gear and wetsuit included, guided swim time, and photos available for purchase.
“The captain and mate (Micheal and Dani) were great we loved them, I would have rated this 5 stars if maybe we were warned ahead of time that we were going to be in very murky water and not really see much of the manatees. It was a fun day but we only really saw one maybe two and there were a lot of other tours in the same area and we only could spend a limited time with the one we saw. I have done the tour before and it was in the winter in the springs. That is the way to go, don't go anytime past February or…”
Small group manatee snorkel in Crystal River with wetsuit, warm boat, in-water guide, and photographer for up to 3 hours.
“The best experience we’ve ever done! Sam, Ed and Kim were amazing and we had the chance to spend time with beautiful manatees and a baby one! Would recommend them to everyone don’t hesitate just book with these guys!”
Glide through Downtown Tampa on a small-group 2 hour Segway tour with training, river views, and city panoramas for $79.
“We had a great time exploring the river walk. Geoff was nice and patient with all the riders. I would definitely recommend it.”
Guided kayak through old-growth cypress at Shingle Creek, just outside Orlando. 2 hours, gear included, family-friendly.
“The guide was friendly and extremely informative, he was very knowledgeable and made sure everyone had a safe and enjoyable experience. He ran us thru a quick basic kayaking lesson, informed us what to expect and what to do in case of an emergency and made sure we were all prepared for the experience. He was full of information, the river is calm and serene, we saw birds, cranes, herons, lots of turtles and a large cat fish. The scenery along the tour is breathtaking, he allows you to go at your own pace and explore all the beauty that surrounds you. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone…”
Ride a deluxe electric golf cart through Tampa for 2 hours, hitting waterfront, Ybor City, arts districts, and Bayshore with a local guide.
“Brenda was our guide and local knowledge was informative & fantastic - it’s a fabulous way to get a quick and fun orientation of the area, TEN STARS”
2-hour guided Segway tour around Clearwater Beach with training, small groups, and an 8-mile loop to Pier 60 and Old Clearwater. From $79.
“We loved our Segway tour around Clearwater! Our guide Mike was very knowledgeable and a lot of fun! Great way to see the area and learn some interesting facts!”
90 minutes of beginner-friendly indoor axe throwing at Hatchet Hangout in Clearwater, with coaching, lanes, and friendly competition.
“First time axe throwing for my son and I and it was a blast. Eric and Wild Bill made it an experience to remember adding fun games and helpful instructions to the mix. Can highly recommend!”
Street-legal Tampa golf cart tour with an expert local guide, photo stops, and a smooth downtown loop. Small group, great value.
“The weather was great. The guide was very friendly, knowledgeable and was happy to answer all of our questions. He was quick to offer suggestions of other things to do in Tampa.”
Guided Wekiva River kayak with wildlife, 7 miles of paddling, and an included lunch. Small group, calm Florida nature near Orlando.
“We took the 4 hrs tour from wilson landing to high banks. Wild and Scenic Rivers, it was a wonderful experience. Saw lots of wildlifes: birds, turtules and aligators. The guide was very professional and knowledgeable.”
3.5-hour Crystal River manatee swim and snorkel tour by boat with wetsuit and gear, hot cocoa, and US Coast Guard captain.
“Professional, made sure that everyone was able to see the manatees. Both the driver and guide were great!”
