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Fort Myers Beach: Parasailing Adventure 400ft FlightYou’ll feel nerves melt into pure calm as you lift off from a custom boat for a 400-foot parasailing flight above Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy real laughs with the local crew, spot dolphins if you’re lucky, and see Florida’s coast from a whole new angle—with all equipment included and no worries about logistics.
Panama City Beach: Dolphin Watch & Shell Island Snorkel TourYou board a small private boat with up to five other people, cruise St. Andrews Bay with a local captain hunting for wild dolphins, stop at Shell Island to walk and collect shells, then snorkel in clear water with provided equipment before heading back. The whole trip takes a morning, and you don't arrange transport or gear yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see wild dolphins without the noise of a large tour boat, and you're comfortable on the water for a few hours. The small group size is what makes it possible to move and adjust when dolphins appear, rather than staying anchored with dozens of other people.
Key West Kayak Rental: Mangrove Tunnels & Marine WildlifeYou get a 2-hour self-guided paddle through Key West's mangrove creeks and shallow sea grass beds, with all equipment, a map and a pre-paddle lesson included. The operator briefs you on the best wildlife-spotting routes before you launch, then you explore on your own at your own pace, looking for fish, rays, sharks and manatees in water clear enough to see the bottom. Everything you need is provided — kayak, paddle, life vest — and the rental includes access to onsite facilities like restrooms and a restaurant for before or after.Is it for me?This works well if you want to explore on your own schedule without a guide's pace or fixed stops — the 2-hour window and self-guided format mean you can linger over wildlife or cover more distance depending on what interests you, and the calm shallow water keeps the paddling manageable for most swimmers.
Orlando Airport MCO to Cocoa Beach: Private TransferYou get picked up at MCO without waiting for a shuttle or negotiating with a taxi dispatcher, driven directly to your Cocoa Beach or Cape Canaveral hotel in a private sedan, and arrive with WiFi access and a fixed rate that covers everything. The 45-minute grace period means you're not rushed through baggage claim.Is it for me?Right choice if you land at MCO without a rental car and want the hotel transfer handled before you step outside the terminal. The fixed price and 45-minute grace period mean no surprises when you're tired — you know exactly what you're paying and have time to get your bags.
Key West Dolphin & Snorkeling Tour: Small Group, 95% SightingsYou board a 25-foot boat with a maximum of five other people and a USCG-licensed captain who has worked these waters for two decades. The tour includes snorkeling equipment, a visit to sandbars where you can wade in turquoise water, and a 95% track record of dolphin sightings. You get fresh water showers, onboard refreshments, and free parking at the marina — all the logistics handled so you just show up and get in the water.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see dolphins without the crowds and logistics of a larger tour — the six-person limit and the captains' two decades of local knowledge are what make the 95% sighting rate and the sandbar stops possible in a single morning or afternoon.
West Palm Beach: Private Boat Cruise & Peanut Island with CaptainYou board a private boat with a captain who navigates to Peanut Island's sandbars, where you float on a mat, listen to your own music through the boat's Bluetooth system, and drink cold water from the cooler. Food vendors work the sandbars if you book the 4-hour option. The captain speaks English and Spanish, and you're back on shore in 2 to 4 hours depending on which package you choose.Is it for me?Book this if you want to spend a few hours on the water without managing a rental boat or joining a crowded tour — the captain handles navigation and the floating mat turns the sandbars into your own space.
Miami - Sawgrass Mills Shuttle: Fastest Ride & Coupon BookYou’ll catch an early shuttle from Miami or Miami Beach straight to Sawgrass Mills Mall—with hotel pickup and friendly staff who know their way around both languages and local tips. Enjoy fast transport, WiFi onboard, and a free coupon book for extra savings at over 350 stores before relaxing on your ride home.
Florida State Park: E-Bike Tour with Pier & Wildlife RouteYou’ll pedal an e-bike from a friendly local shop past beach houses into Florida’s state park—pausing wherever you want for food or photos. Expect wildlife sightings (maybe even alligators), time at the iconic pier, and moments of quiet along easy neighborhood paths. Ride at your own pace—the freedom is half the fun.
Clearwater Beach: Private Pontoon Boat Tour & Dolphin WatchingYou’ll slip away from busy Clearwater Beach on your own private pontoon boat tour—with a local captain who knows where to find dolphins and quiet sandbars. Swim or snorkel in warm Gulf waters, collect shells on hidden beaches only reachable by boat, and relax with friends or family as you float under open skies. It’s peaceful but never boring—a day you’ll remember long after you rinse off the salt.
Fort Pierce: 2-Hour Mangrove Kayak Tour & WildlifeYou paddle a 13- or 16-foot kayak through narrow, fully-shaded mangrove tunnels where motorboats can't reach, then explore open sandbars teeming with stingrays, herons, and egrets. The tour includes premium carbon fiber paddles, high-back support, life vest, and dry bag. Two hours total, small groups, wheelchair accessible, and requires one adult per child.Is it for me?Book this if you want to paddle through mangroves that motorboats can't reach and see herons, egrets, and stingrays without arranging your own equipment or figuring out which preserve is actually accessible — the guide and gear are ready, and the two-hour window fits easily into a day in Fort Pierce.
Florida Everglades: 1 Hour Wildlife Airboat Tour & AlligatorsYou’ll ride fast across the Florida Everglades by airboat with ear protection included, spotting alligators up close and listening to your local guide share stories about wildlife and endangered species. Expect real encounters with wild birds and hidden creatures—and maybe leave with a little mud on your shoes.
Cocoa Beach: Bioluminescent Kayak Tour Clear Bottom & Glowing WaterYou paddle a clear-bottom kayak or paddleboard at night on the Indian River, watching glowing plankton light up beneath you as you move. The tour includes your kayak, paddle, lifejacket and dry bag. Bioluminescence is seasonal — dinoflagellates glow June through October, comb jellies October through March — so book for the season that matches what you want to see. Call after booking to reserve your gear type and confirm your arrival time.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see bioluminescence without needing diving skills or getting soaked — the clear-bottom kayak lets you watch the glow from above water. Book for the right season: June through October for dinoflagellates, October through March for comb jellies, since what glows depends on which plankton is active.
Private Boat Charter Clearwater: Dolphins, Islands & ShellingA private boat charter on a 27-foot double-decker Funship carries up to 10 passengers from Clearwater north to Caladesi Island, Honeymoon Island and Three Rooker Sand Bar, with a captain guide, complimentary water and floats, and time to swim, snorkel and shell on untouched beaches. The boat includes life jackets, safety equipment and fuel; pickup and drop-off at a designated meeting point are arranged.Is it for me?Book this charter if your group wants to stay together on the water without splitting into a larger tour—the boat is yours alone, the captain adjusts the stops to what you want to do, and the islands stay uncrowded because you're not following a schedule someone else set.
Marco Island: Safari Truck Tour with Wildlife & HistoryYou’ll ride high in an open safari truck around Marco Island, spotting wildlife like burrowing owls and gopher tortoises while hearing quirky stories from your local guide. Explore an ancient shell mound by foot, peek at celebrity homes, and watch your kids get competitive with an onboard scavenger hunt. It’s fun, unexpectedly personal—and you might just leave thinking about owls too.
Miami: Everglades Airboat, Biscayne Cruise & Bus TourYou board an airboat in the Everglades to see alligators and native birds with a captain who explains what you're looking at; cruise Biscayne Bay past celebrity homes and the Miami skyline for 90 minutes with a full bar; then ride an open-top bus through Art Deco architecture, Little Havana, and Downtown Miami for another 90 minutes. Transport to the Everglades is included, as is a group photo and wildlife exhibit. The whole day runs about five hours if you do it in the recommended order.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see the Everglades, Biscayne Bay, and Miami's neighborhoods in one day without arranging separate bookings, transport, or timing — the fixed schedule and included roundtrip to the park is what makes three experiences fit into five hours.
Manatee and Dolphin Kayak Tour: Florida's Banana River LagoonA two-hour kayak tour through the Thousand Island Conservation area in Florida's Banana River Lagoon, led by a state biologist or naturalist, where you paddle through mangrove tunnels and search for manatees, dolphins, birds and crabs in one of the most biodiverse water systems in the United States. You choose between a single kayak or a tandem, and the guide teaches you how to identify and respectfully handle the animals you encounter. Kayaks, paddles, life jackets, dry bags, sunscreen and bug spray are provided; bottled water is included. Children from age 4 are welcome, and the pace is relaxed enough for all fitness levels.Is it for me?The guide is a state biologist or naturalist, which means the animals and the lagoon system itself are the focus—not just a scenic paddle. You're learning from someone who knows the Banana River Lagoon and the creatures in it, and you'll handle the animals yourself instead of just watching from a distance.
Hollywood Florida Walking Food Tour: 5 Local Restaurant StopsA walking food tour in Hollywood, Florida takes you to roughly five independent local restaurants for tapas and appetizer portions at each stop, covering less than two miles total. The guide is a local who keeps groups small—usually four or five people—so the pace stays conversational and the stops adjust based on what's fresh that day. Water is included; you bring your own appetite and leave full.Is it for me?The tour covers less than two miles at a leisurely pace with rest stops, so it works for anyone who wants to eat well without a strenuous hike. If you prefer to move quickly or skip the walking altogether, this format won't suit you—the stops are the point, and the walk between them is part of the experience.
Rainbow River Florida: Snorkel & Drift Tour with GuideYou’ll float down Rainbow River near Crystal River with a local guide, watching fish and turtles glide by in crystal-clear water. There’s time to hunt for fossils on the riverbed or just drift quietly past sunfish hiding by small caverns. With equipment ready for you and an easy check-in, it’s less about rushing and more about soaking up those slow Florida moments.
Miami Beach: Art Deco Bike Tour & South Pointe RideYou’ll roll through Miami Beach’s Art Deco District with a local guide who knows every colorful corner. Feel the ocean breeze as you pedal past South Beach and pause at places like the Holocaust Memorial and Botanical Garden. Expect laughs, unexpected quiet moments, and real glimpses into city life you might miss on foot or by car.
Miami Helicopter Tour: Skyline & Biscayne Bay 20-Min FlightYou board a private helicopter at Miami Executive Airport, fly 20 minutes over Biscayne Bay, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, and Downtown Miami landmarks including Vizcaya Museum, with a guaranteed window seat and Bose headsets. The pilot narrates as you scan for dolphins and manatees, then land back at the airport with photos and video in hand. Minimum two passengers, arrive 30 minutes early.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Miami's coastline, Biscayne Bay, and landmarks like Vizcaya Museum from the air without arranging your own aircraft — the private helicopter and experienced pilot handle everything, and the fixed 20-minute flight fits into a morning or afternoon without eating your whole day.
Destinations
- Boca Raton›
- Cape Canaveral›
- Clearwater›
- Cocoa Beach›
- Crystal River›
- Daytona Beach›
- Destin›
- Everglades National Park›
- Fort Lauderdale›
- Fort Myers›
- Gainesville›
- Islamorada›
- Jacksonville›
- Key Largo›
- Key West›
- Miami›
- Naples, Florida›
- Orlando›
- Panama City Beach›
- Pensacola›
- Sarasota›
- St Augustine›
- St Petersburg›
- Tallahassee›
- Tampa›
- Vero Beach›
- West Palm Beach›
