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Everglades: Airboat Tour & Hotel Pickup with Local GladesmenYou’ll feel the rush of wind as your airboat glides over the River of Grass, spot alligators hiding in plain sight, and hear local Gladesmen share their stories. With hotel pickup included and a group photo to remember it by, this Everglades tour is as much about connection as adventure.
Ybor City Walking Tour: Cuban History & Local StoriesYou’ll walk Ybor City’s historic streets with a local guide who brings Tampa’s Cuban roots to life—smell fresh bread, hear real stories, see where cultures meet, and laugh along the way. The tour is accessible for strollers and wheelchairs, so everyone can soak up this neighborhood’s spirit together.
Orlando: 2-Hour Ghost Hunt Walking Tour DowntownYou'll walk through historic downtown Orlando buildings with professional ghost-hunting equipment, guided by trained paranormal investigators who share the location's history and let you search for evidence yourself. The 2-hour tour includes building access, photos, and a parting gift, and runs regardless of group size or weather.Is it for me?Right for anyone curious about paranormal investigation who wants to try real ghost-hunting equipment inside actual buildings rather than listen from the street — the hands-on approach and changing nightly routes mean you're doing the investigation yourself, not just hearing about it.
Crystal River: Small Group Manatee Swim & In-Water GuideYou’ll float quietly in Crystal River’s clear waters alongside wild manatees, guided by an expert who knows every ripple here. Warm wetsuits and hot drinks keep you cozy while your small group shares real moments—like laughter echoing through snorkels or a gentle nudge from a curious manatee calf. Expect calm wonder more than adrenaline—and memories that linger long after you’ve dried off.
Key West Sunset Sail: Dolphins, Wine & TapasYou board at the Historic Seaport and sail past Key West landmarks toward open water, where your captain positions the catamaran to track dolphin pods up close. After the dolphins move on, the boat holds steady for the sunset while you eat tapas and drink wine—all included—and watch the Gulf turn gold. The whole thing takes 2.5 hours and keeps to small groups, so it never feels crowded.Is it for me?Book this if you want the famous Key West sunset without arranging a separate dinner reservation or drink—the wine, food, and timing are all built in, and the small-group limit means you're not competing for space or the captain's attention.
Everglades National Park: Airboat, Hike & 10,000 Islands CruiseYou get three ways of seeing the Everglades—boat, hike, airboat—led by someone who knows the wildlife and history, with lunch and all gear included. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Fort Lauderdale means you don't arrange transport or navigate the park yourself. The permit to guide in the preserve is what opens access to the remote spots most tours can't reach.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to see the Everglades as a naturalist would—wildlife in context, history explained, and remote spots most tours skip—without arranging your own transport, timing, or park logistics.
Sunset Cruise Panama City Beach: 2-Hour Catamaran SailYou board the Privateer catamaran at sunset, get a complimentary drink in hand, and spend two hours watching the sky change color over the Gulf of Mexico while tropical music plays and dolphins occasionally appear. The boat stays in calm St. Andrews Bay waters, so the ride is smooth even if you're not a sailor. Live music plays on select evenings, and the full bar lets you upgrade your drink if you want. Plan for a casual evening — no heels, arrive early for the walk down the dock, and bring a card if you want anything beyond your included beverage.Is it for me?Right for couples or small groups wanting to unwind before dinner without arranging transport or planning an itinerary — the boat leaves at a set time and the whole experience is built around watching the sunset. Expect a casual two-hour evening on the water with a drink in hand; the walk down the dock is short but worth noting if mobility is a concern.
St. Augustine Old Jail: Guided Tour & Execution HistoryYou walk through the cells, gallows, and sheriff's living quarters with a jailer guide who explains St. Augustine's criminal past and the methods used to keep order. The tour includes the maximum security block and a look at how the sheriff's family lived directly above the inmates. Admission is included, children under 5 are free, and the lower floor is wheelchair accessible.Is it for me?Good for history buffs and anyone curious about how St. Augustine enforced law in the late 1800s and early 1900s — the jailer guide brings the details to life in a way that makes the cells feel occupied, even now.
Key West: Clear Kayak Eco-Tour Mangroves & Marine LifeYou paddle a transparent kayak through mangrove channels in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary for 2 hours, watching starfish, sharks, stingrays, and tropical fish move beneath you in real time. A local guide leads the route (adjusted for tide), shares marine ecology facts, and handles all safety gear. The marina is 25 minutes from Key West, parking is included, and you're back on land by early afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see marine life up close without scuba certification or a boat—the transparent kayak does the work. It's ideal for anyone with moderate fitness who's curious about the Florida Keys ecosystem and doesn't want to spend time arranging transport, gear, or a guide separately.
Miami: Private Boat Tour with Champagne & Skyline ViewsYou’ll feel Miami shift around you as you cruise barefoot across Biscayne Bay, sipping champagne while city lights flicker on. There’s time for photos near the skyline, music on board, and stories from your local captain as you drift past Brickell’s nightlife before heading back under those glowing towers.
Key West: Morning Reef Snorkeling Tour with Breakfast & MimosasYou’ll sail from Key West on a roomy catamaran for a morning of reef snorkeling with all gear included. Enjoy light breakfast onboard before exploring coral and tropical fish with help from friendly guides, then relax with mimosas or beer as you cruise back in the sun.
Kayaking at Shell Key with LED lights: Sunset to night glowNight kayaking on Shell Key Preserve in a clear kayak with LED lights that illuminate the water as you paddle. Choose between the Sunset Tour, which starts with the beach at dusk before the lights come on, or the Glow Tour, which launches straight into the mangrove tunnels after dark. A guide leads the way; minimum age 12, and you'll need moderate fitness and upper body mobility to climb in and out of the kayak.Is it for me?Book the Sunset Tour if you want to arrive early enough to watch the light change on the beach before the water lights up. Choose the Glow Tour if you're coming after dark or want the mangrove tunnel and LED glow to be the entire experience.
Little Havana food tour: Cuban tastings and cigar factoryThis half-day walking tour of Little Havana in Miami pairs food tastings at six family-owned Cuban restaurants with stops at a working cigar factory, Domino Park, and historical landmarks like the Bay of Pigs Memorial. Your local guide leads a small group of no more than 10 people through the neighborhood's Cuban-American history and culture, with tastings of Cuban coffee, mojitos, ropa vieja, guava pastries, Cuban sandwiches, and empanadas included in the price. The tour operates in English and runs about two and a half hours.Is it for me?At two and a half hours, this tour fits into a morning or afternoon without eating up your whole day, leaving time to explore other Miami neighborhoods or rest before evening plans. The small group—no more than 10 people—means you move at a pace that lets you ask questions and linger at stops without feeling rushed.
Parasailing in Destin: 400 feet above the emerald coastParasailing in Destin is a parasail flight where you rise 400 feet above the emerald coast with a live English-speaking guide and life jacket provided. You board the parasail boat from our dock with 2 or 3 people flying at a time, and the full experience—loading, flying, and completing a boat load—takes up to 1.5 hours. The operator has completed over 300,000 flights.Is it for me?The flight takes 10 minutes in the air and the full boat load runs 1.5 hours total, so you're back on solid ground well before lunch—good if you're fitting this into a morning or want to move on to another activity the same day.
Crystal River Kings Bay: 1-Hour Manatee Cruise, Fully CoveredYou board a fully covered boat, cruise Kings Bay for one hour with a professional captain, and watch for manatees, dolphins, otters and birds in their natural habitat. The boat protects you from weather while you stay dry the entire time. Departures run daily, and the trip takes about an hour total.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Crystal River's wildlife without swimming or getting wet — the covered boat and fixed one-hour schedule mean you get the manatee experience without the gear, the cold water, or the uncertainty of timing it yourself.
Fort Lauderdale: Sunset Catamaran Cruise & Champagne ToastYou board a catamaran in Fort Lauderdale and sail past waterfront mansions and mega yachts toward the Atlantic Ocean, watching the 17th Street causeway bridge lift for your passage. As the sun sets, you raise a glass of complimentary champagne and toast the end of the day from the water. The cruise lasts an evening and includes the champagne; you return before full dark.Is it for me?Book this if you want a calm evening on the water without arranging your own boat or timing the sunset yourself — the catamaran handles both, and the champagne is already waiting.
Fort Lauderdale: Drift Fishing Trip with Gear & Fish CleaningYou’ll head out from Fort Lauderdale with a friendly local crew for a relaxed drift fishing trip just offshore. Try your hand at catching snapper or kingfish with all gear provided—plus free fish cleaning so you can take your catch home or to a local restaurant. Expect ocean breezes, easygoing company, and maybe even a new story to tell.
Miami Night Skyline Cruise: Open Bar & DJYou board at Bayside Marketplace with an open bar already waiting, spend two hours cruising Biscayne Bay past Star Island and Fisher Island while a DJ points out landmarks and plays music, and return to the same dock with a full view of the Miami skyline lit up at night. Unlimited drinks, bilingual guide, and restroom onboard are included; you just need to show up 30 minutes early and wear something comfortable.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Miami's skyline and waterfront landmarks without arranging your own boat or worrying about drink costs — the two-hour window and fixed open bar let you relax instead of managing logistics.
2 Hour Sunset Cruise Clearwater: Dolphins and champagne toastA 2-hour sunset boat cruise departing from Clearwater takes you through the Intracoastal Waterway, Clearwater Pass, and into the Gulf of Mexico aboard a 46-foot Coast Guard-inspected vessel with a live guide pointing out wildlife and coastal landmarks. All passengers 21 and over receive a complimentary champagne toast at sunset; beer, wine, hard seltzers, and soft drinks are available for purchase. Arrive 15 minutes before the listed departure time, as the boat leaves on schedule regardless of late arrivals.Is it for me?Watch dolphins and the Gulf turn golden from the water while the crew navigates—you just arrive and relax with a drink in hand.
Dolphin watching & sandbar tour from Key West: Unlimited drinksThis five-hour tour from Key West's Historic Seaport takes you to a secluded sandbar in Jewfish Basin and then into the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary to watch wild dolphins. The boat includes unlimited draft beer, wine and mimosas; lunch (Cuban sandwiches, fried chicken, wraps and platters); water toys and snorkel gear; and a lily pad float. A live English-speaking guide explains the local marine life and ecosystems as you move between stops.Is it for me?At five hours, this tour fits a half-day outing and leaves your morning or evening free—ideal if you're arriving in Key West with a few hours to spare or want to combine it with another activity. The fixed schedule and all-inclusive drinks and food mean you're not managing logistics or budgets once you're on the water.
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›
