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Eco-Tours Orlando
Kayak, Canoe, Stand-Up Paddle Boards
Rentals & Tours on Shingle Creek in Kissimmee near Orlando Area Attractions.
Eco-tourism is the true nature of Florida Adventure.
Explore nature in Orlando while paddling your way on Shingle Creek 
Hourly Rentals & Guided Tours of natural Florida while Kayaking, Canoeing or SUP
 

2 Hour Cypress Forest  Eco Tour 

 

This 2-hour, out and back, guided eco-tour is a great way to explore the natural side of Florida. Our certified guides will lead you down Shingle Creek, which is the headwaters of the Everglades, into a beautiful Cypress Forest. This unique landscape is visited by local wildlife such as turtles, various wading birds, birds of prey and even an alligator or two. On occasion deer and otters are spotted as well! Along the way our guides will be on the lookout for anything interesting, and will share with you their knowledge of the local flora and fauna. Questions are always welcomed and encouraged!

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Reserve online or call – Available 7 days a week at 10:00am
Adult/Teen (12-99) – $55.00
Child (Ages 6 to 11) – $40.00

(Not Recommended for children 6 or younger)

*price does not include taxes or tour guide gratuity

*call us to avoid online booking fees

* tour requires minimum 4 people. We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule tour if minimum is not received.  

Advanced Kayaking Tour Kissimmee Orlando

Shingle Creek Kayaking Adventure Tour

 

This 2.5 hour, out and back, guided Adventure Tour is the perfect way for more  experienced kayakers to explore the most beautiful cypress forest ecosystem in Central Florida.  Your 4-5 mile, round-trip journey will lead you through several miles of windy, swampy pathways amongst Florida’s natural beauty.  Bald Cypress trees, various wading birds, turtles, wild bromeliad, and the occasional alligator highlight this wonderful trip.  This tour is not for beginners. 

 

All of our tour guides are kayak instructors, certified by the American Canoe Association (ACA), as well as First Aid and CPR trained.

 

Tour includes single kayaks (recommended) or tandem kayaks upon special request.  Paddling equipment and PFD are provided. 

 

Reserve online or call – available 7 days a week at 9:30am.

Adult/Teen (13-99y/o) - $69.00

(Not recommended for children under 13 years old)

*price does not include taxes or tour guide gratuity

*call us to avoid online booking fees

* tour requires minimum 4 people. We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule tour if minimum is not received.

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Shingle Creek Kayaking "After Hours" Tour

 

This unique tour is a great way to end the day exploring Shingle Creek "After Hours". As the crowds disperse, and the wildlife prepares for the evening, we'll paddle our way through our serene Cypress Forest. Come join us for a behind-the-scenes view of gorgeous Shingle Creek!

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Tour includes single kayaks or tandem kayaks.  Paddling equipment and PFD are provided. 

 

Reserve online or call – available 7 days a week at 3:30pm.

Single Kayak - $65.00 (1 person)

Tandem Kayak - $119 (2 adults)

Tandem Kayak - $109 (1 adult/1 child(ages 7-11)

(Not recommended for children under 7  years old)

*price does not include taxes or tour guide gratuity

*call us to avoid online booking fees

* tour requires minimum 4 people. We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule tour if minimum is not received.

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***Start Time of this tour can be affected by common afternoon rainstorms. Simple showerws will not delay the tour, but thunderstorms might. These storms most always pass quickly and for that reason we may delay start time for up to 30 minutes***

1.5 Hour Stand-Up Paddleboard Tour

 

1.5 hour paddleboard guided eco-tour:   Shingle Creek is the headwaters of the Everglades.  Tour includes paddleboard rental, life jacket, drinks/snacks, and 1.5-hour guided tour of Shingle Creek.  All guides have ACA Instructor certification, as well as First Aid, CPR & AED certification.  Free Novice Training is included for beginners. Paddleboard instruction will include at minimum 4 basic paddling techniques (forward, reverse, sweep, and rudder).  In addition, guides will provide information about the history and ecology of Shingle Creek, to include pointing out local wildlife and nature elements along the Creek.

 

Tour Available Daily - 
Adult/Teen – $45.00 +tax  

*price does not include taxes or tour guide gratuity

*call us to avoid online booking fees

* tour requires minimum 4 people. We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule tour if minimum is not received.

Rental Pricing

(2 Hour Minimum):

 

  • Single kayak - $30* - 2 hour rental

  • Tandem kayak - $43* - 2 hour rental

  • Paddle board - $30* - 2 hour rental

  • 3 hours Rentals also available

  • PFD's and Paddles Included in all rentals

  • *price includes all sales taxes

 

Paddle at your leisure - Rentals Only - No guides provided

 

Children under 30lbs permitted in rentals with 

parent supplied Lifeguard Approved PFD (Lifevest)      

Rental Prices

Online Reservations Available for Dates and Times as Scheduled  

Reservation number:
407-344-0881
Email: tours@paddlingcenter.com
 
*Minimum Tour Group Size 4 people
We will try to combine smaller groups if necessary to achieve this minimum
We reserve the right to cancel a tour if the minimum is not met.
 

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