Kayaking in Orlando with Dogs: Lake Ivanhoe Paddle

Paddle alongside your dog on water built for both of you.

Paddle with Pups in Paradise is a guided kayaking or paddleboarding activity on Lake Ivanhoe in Orlando where you and your dog paddle together on calm, protected water. The experience includes a live guide, properly fitted life vests for dogs if needed, safety instruction for paddling with your furry companion, and complimentary photos. Lake Ivanhoe's no-current, no-alligator environment makes it beginner-friendly for both humans and dogs.

The experience

Two hours on Lake Ivanhoe means you're paddling on water that stays flat and clear: no current, no alligators, just the kind of calm that lets a dog settle into the rhythm of paddling. You choose between a super-stable clear kayak or a paddleboard, both designed to keep you and your pup steady. Your guide walks you through the safety basics and the practical tips that matter when your dog is on the board with you: how to balance the weight, how to read when your pup is comfortable, how to move without tipping. The guide stays with you the whole time, so if something feels off, there's someone right there who's taught plenty of dogs before.

Lake Ivanhoe sits just minutes from downtown Orlando, and the water is clear enough that you'll see down into it. You get skyline views from the water, fresh air, and the kind of moment where your dog relaxes and you both just paddle. The guide takes photos throughout, so you walk away with pictures of the two of you together on the water: no phone, no selfie stick, just the memory captured while you're actually there.

Children from age 3 are welcome, and service animals are allowed. The activity requires at least a moderate level of physical fitness, and infants must sit on an adult's lap. Public transportation options are available near the launch point, so you don't need a car to get there.

What’s included

• Guided paddling instruction.
• choice of super-stable clear kayak or paddleboard.
• properly fitted life vests for dogs if needed.
• complimentary photos throughout the experience.
• safety instruction and practical tips for paddling with your dog.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00 and 11:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (18 to 90 years) · Child (3 to 10 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Epic Paddle Adventures

Is this one for you?Book this if you're bringing your dog: the guide teaches you both how to paddle together safely on flat, current-free water where dogs stay calm.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 10 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the water like on Lake Ivanhoe for a dog who's never been on a kayak before?

Lake Ivanhoe has no current and no alligators, which means the water stays calm and predictable: exactly what makes it beginner-friendly for dogs. The guide teaches you how to help your dog feel secure on the board, and life vests are provided if your pup needs one. Most dogs settle in quickly on the stable kayaks or paddleboards once they realize the water isn't moving beneath them.

Do I need paddling experience to book this, or is it for beginners?

Beginners are the whole point. The guide covers safety instruction and paddling basics before you head out, and the super-stable kayaks and paddleboards are designed so you feel confident from the start. Your guide stays with you throughout, so there's support if you need it.

How does the guide help my dog stay calm and safe while paddling?

The guide is experienced in teaching both humans and dogs and shares practical tips specific to paddling with your pup: how to position them, how to read their comfort level, and how to move in ways that keep the board stable. Properly fitted life vests are available if your dog needs one, and the calm water of Lake Ivanhoe means there's nothing sudden or scary happening around you.

What do I get to take home from the experience?

Complimentary photos are included throughout the paddle, so you leave with pictures of you and your dog together on the water. The guide captures moments while you're paddling, so you can focus on the experience instead of holding a phone.

Is this activity close to downtown Orlando, or do I need to drive far?

Lake Ivanhoe is just minutes from downtown Orlando, and public transportation options are available nearby, so you don't need a car to reach the launch point. That makes it easy to fit into a day in the city without arranging separate transport.