Top Orlando Unique Experiences

Escape to the wilderness of the Florida Everglades from Orlando on this airboat adventure. This exciting nature tour includes admission to the Wild Florida Airboats and Wildlife Park— with over 200 different animals like lemurs, sloths, zebras, watusi cattle, bobcats and more. Choose from two airboat durations and upgrade to the half-day tour and enjoy a delicious barbeque lunch at the Chomp House Grill, plus an alligator souvenir.

See magical Orlando from a helicopter! You can have a bird’s eye view of the theme parks, the Orlando Eye, the Florida sunset or even catch some fireworks on your sightseeing chopper tour. The pilot’s commentary will fill you in on all the details of the sights of the city, making this ride one of the highlights of your trip.

A good choice for nature lovers, this tour takes you into a unique part of Rock Springs Run known as "Emerald Cut.” The first part of the tour is an upstream paddle through calm waters and overhead tree canopy, with stops to hop off your clear kayak and into the fresh spring water. Keep your eyes peeled for for fish, turtles, birds, small alligators, and more. 

The Florida Everglades can be a dangerous place to adventure to alone. This guided tour of the area by airboat allows you to enjoy the awesome views of alligators and other wildlife without feeling threatened. Along with live commentary from your guide, this Everglades tour is limited to six people for an intimate experience in the swamps.

Buckle up for your wildest car ride yet! Travel down gravel paths within our Drive-thru Safari Park and discover more than 100 native and exotic animals roaming freely. During your journey, you’ll have the opportunity to observe a variety of animals often only found around the world. Enjoy identifying species from as far away as the African savanna to others from the deciduous forests of North America, all from the comfort of your own car.

Swap Orlando for the white sand of Clearwater Beach and enjoy a dolphin encounter cruise while you’re there. The idyllic stretch of the west Florida coast is home to pods of bottleneck dolphins, so it’s a great opportunity to hop aboard a sightseeing boat and see them in the water. The rest of the time, how you enjoy yourself is up to you. Sunbathe, swim, and have a picnic on the beach (if option selected) for a lazy seaside lunch before your return to Orlando.

Take a wild ride in an airboat to discover the headwaters to the Florida Everglades, just south of Orlando. Keep your eyes open during your exciting ride through the wetlands, you never know when a gator may pop its head above water to check you out! See our Native American Village with towering Chickee huts cover genuine artifacts and hand-made creations of Native Americans in the daily workings of the Native American Village. You will feel like a true miner discovering various gems along our 70-foot mine! This activity is great for all ages and abilities. Before or after your tour, dine with an unforgettable lake view at Boggy Bottom BBQ. With indoor or outdoor seating, you’ll enjoy true Florida style BBQ and all the fixins’. On the menu you get to choose one side item, plus your choice of either a hamburger or hot dog or one of our amazing sandwiches: Pulled pork, BLT, grilled chicken, steak & cheese, or beef brisket. Enjoy the restaurant 7 days a week.

Discover territory that remains unaltered in the wilderness of the Central Florida Everglades. Our captains take you into the breathtaking beauty of nature, including wetlands and wildlife. See alligators, turtles, birds and more in their natural environment. See our Native American Village with towering Chickee huts cover genuine artifacts and hand-made creations of Native Americans in the daily workings of the Native American Village. Gator Oasis For an up-close and personal view of Florida’s favorite reptiles we have a gator oasis. You can purchase food at our unforgettable lakeside BBQ restaurant with indoor or outdoor dining.

Take an out-of-this-world day trip to the awe-inspiring Kennedy Space Center from Orlando. Spend hours exploring the NASA world-class facility, launchpads, and rocket exhibits like Saturn V. You have a chance to participate in the simulated Shuttle Launch Experience, see stellar IMAX films, and get first-hand space stories at Astronaut Encounter. Upgrade to have lunch with a veteran astronaut and other sightseeing experiences.

Experience Orlando's famous theme parks in an unusual way: from the window of a helicopter. Sit back and enjoy an eight- to 25-minute flight over highlights such as Universal Studios, Lake Toho, SeaWorld, and Disney World. Learn about the development of the area and its history through your pilot's commentary and snap epic aerial photos as you travel.

Kick back in the sand at Clearwater Beach on this day-long trip from Orlando. The relaxing excursion allows you to do as much, or as little, as you want. Lounge on the beach and savor a seaside lunch or upgrade to include a time-enhancing activity. Consider yourself a daredevil? Book the Sea Screamer cruise and tear around the gulf. Wannabe fisherman? Take the deep-sea fishing trip to catch fish in the calm west Florida seas.

Spend a day in one of central Florida’s natural manatee habitats on this guided cruise and Everglades airboat adventure. Begin with a boat ride on the Crystal River. Then, swim and snorkel in an area known for manatee sightings, and before an exciting airboat tour on the Withlacoochee River. Visit Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, one of the best places in the state to watch manatees, as well as other animals, such as bears, panthers, and alligators. Breakfast and a picnic lunch, plus an Orlando-area hotel pickup and drop-off are all included.

Get a look at the creatures of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian oceans with pre-purchased admission to SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium. You'll be immersed in an underwater world of more than 5,000 fish, marine mammals, and more, from sharks to jellyfish. When booking, you have the option to upgrade to a 2- or 3-attraction pass to visit other Orlando attractions as well.

Experience Florida’s wild wetlands on an exciting, family-friendly airboat ride! This boat tour winds through the mossy cypress swamps in the Central Everglades south of Orlando. While onboard, enjoy lively commentary from a native guide as you admire the lush, woody shoreline and spot local wildlife like lurking gators.

Our brilliant underwater lighting system lights up the water underneath as we paddle through the clear water. You can choose your favorite color or you can choose all colors with the strobing function. After a lesson on paddle technique and safety, you'll be off on this truly unique adventure on the water.

Museum of Illusions is an impressive destination where illusions can be optical, photographic or interactive: Optical: bewildering images that play tricks on you, confusing your eyes and brain. These visual illusions are just a reminder that our senses are imperfect and our perception of the world is often distorted. Photographic: illusions that can confuse your mind and create false perception and can be seen only through photos or pictures that visitor can take with his camera. Interactive: illusions that can have the size of a “room” and can blow your mind. Visitors can enter, be part and interact with the exhibits.

During this 2-hour clear kayak adventure you will be able to see the beautiful and historic waters of Silver Springs! You will be given instructions by licensed guides who speak Spanish and English. With our 100% clear kayaks you will enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience as these see-through kayaks enhance your visibility and will leave you speechless!

Experience two popular tours in one day on this guided Kennedy Space Center and Central Florida Everglades Airboat Safari from Orlando. First, look for alligators and other wildlife while discovering Florida’s swamplands on a thrilling airboat adventure. Then, visit the Kennedy Space Center for hours of touring the exhibits, including NASA’s launch headquarters, the Space Shuttle Atlantis and more. Pickup and drop-off from select Orlando hotels included.

The Explorer Pass by Go City is the best choice for maximum savings and flexibility when visiting Orlando. Choose two, three, four or five popular attractions on International Drive—like WonderWorks and The Wheel at ICON Park—and save up to 35 percent compared to buying separate attraction tickets. Each Orlando Explorer Pass is good for 60 days from first use so you can take your time exploring. Please note: Enjoy the extra flexibility in case your travel plans need to change: All passes are valid for two year from purchase date and only become activated with your first attraction visit. After activation your pass will be valid for 60 days and/or the remaining number of attraction choices purchased.

#1 Outdoor Activity Provider in Orlando on TripAdvisor. Get ready for a slam packed fun filled day on this Real Florida Adventure. Start your morning with breakfast and an educational overview as you depart to Crystal River. Upon arrival you’ll gear up and board your boat for your manatee swim and snorkel. Learn all about the West Indian manatee from your Captain before diving into the crystal-clear water to snorkel with these gentle giants. Don’t forget those underwater cameras! After your swim it’s off to Homosassa Springs State Park for lunch and a leisurely stroll around one of Florida’s best kept secrets. Before heading back to Orlando, enjoy a pit stop to ride an exhilarating airboat ride on the Withlacoochee River. Hold onto your hats cause this need for speed thrill ride is the perfect way to end the day.

Just outside Orlando you’ll find Shingle Creek, the headwaters to the Florida Everglades. The quiet waters beneath a forest of cypress trees are the perfect spot to kayak, even if it’s your first time. This guided tour will take you through the habitat of Floridian wildlife, including spoonbills, hawks, frogs, egret…even alligators.

Access three of Orlando’s most thrilling attractions with this great-value Three Attraction Pass. Admire spectacular views over Orlando and the East Coast as you ride The Wheel at ICON Park™ and take your time exploring the entertainment district. Then, spot more than 5,000 fish and marine animals at the SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium, and pose for photos with all your favorite celebrities at Madame Tussauds Orlando.

Spend a luxurious day lounging in the powder-white sands of Clearwater Beach on this full-day trip from Orlando. Bask in the sun, swim in turquoise waters, enjoy an optional lunch and take an exciting ride aboard the Sea Screamer, America’s largest speedboat. With convenient roundtrip transport from your select Orlando hotel, this hassle-free trip offers a rejuvenating escape from the bustle of theme parks.

Go wild with some mind-boggling fun at WonderWorks Orlando. This admission ticket gives you fast-access to the attraction with your pre-purchased ticket. Revel in a full day of entertainment that brings together the scientific, the mysterious and the kooky. Choose your favorite activities from among 100 exhibitions, including earthquake simulators, a bubble lab, a gyro and more. Upgrade to the VIP Combo which includes the Outta Control Dinner Show..