2-Hour Historical Wildlife Tour of the Chain of Lakes in Orlando
by The Living Water Boat Cruises LLC
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$86Overview
This 2-hour wildlife tour in Orlando takes place on a new pontoon boat with a local guide who has over 40 years of experience. The tour covers 5 to 7 lakes in the Chain of Lakes, offering views of native animals such as alligators, otters, blue herons, turtles, ospreys, and anhingas. Along the way, the guide shares historical facts about the area, including Cypress Gardens and the famous Florida-shaped pool featured in the movie "Easy to Love." The boat passes Chain of Lakes Park, once a spring training site for the Boston Red Sox and Cleveland Indians. It also cruises past Cypress Gardens, where guests see remnants of the gardens from the water and learn about its history. The route explores Winter Haven’s connected lakes, known as the Water Ski capital of the world, including lakes where Elvis Presley and Johnny Carson skied. Bottled water is provided on board, and guests may bring their own food and drinks. Upon request, the operator can arrange lunch or dinner reservations at the lakeside Harborside restaurant. The tour runs with groups and offers opportunities for photography of the wildlife and tropical landscapes.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Chain of Lakes Park
The tour cruises by Chain of Lakes Park, known for hosting Boston Red Sox and Cleveland Indians spring training games.
Cypress Gardens
The boat passes the historic Cypress Gardens and the Florida-shaped pool seen in the film "Easy to Love" with Esther Williams, with commentary about the site's history and remaining water-side features.
Winter Haven
The tour explores Winter Haven’s Chain of Lakes, a network of over 50 lakes with 24 interlinked, famous as the Water Ski capital of the world and home to lakes where Elvis Presley and Johnny Carson skied.
Meeting point
ALL GUESTS MUST ARRIVE 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME. Please meet the captain at The Living Water Cruises sign at dock 15 MIN PRIOR to departure time. BOATS DO NOT WAIT. Restrooms do not open until 11:30am; please plan accordingly. Lunch or dinner reservations are available upon request.
End point
ALL GUESTS MUST ARRIVE 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME. Please meet the captain at The Living Water Cruises sign at dock 15 MIN PRIOR to departure time. BOATS DO NOT WAIT. Restrooms do not open until 11:30am; please plan accordingly. Lunch or dinner reservations are available upon request.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
2-Hour Historical Wildlife Tour of the Chain of Lakes in Orlando
by The Living Water Boat Cruises LLC
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$86Overview
This 2-hour wildlife tour in Orlando takes place on a new pontoon boat with a local guide who has over 40 years of experience. The tour covers 5 to 7 lakes in the Chain of Lakes, offering views of native animals such as alligators, otters, blue herons, turtles, ospreys, and anhingas. Along the way, the guide shares historical facts about the area, including Cypress Gardens and the famous Florida-shaped pool featured in the movie "Easy to Love." The boat passes Chain of Lakes Park, once a spring training site for the Boston Red Sox and Cleveland Indians. It also cruises past Cypress Gardens, where guests see remnants of the gardens from the water and learn about its history. The route explores Winter Haven’s connected lakes, known as the Water Ski capital of the world, including lakes where Elvis Presley and Johnny Carson skied. Bottled water is provided on board, and guests may bring their own food and drinks. Upon request, the operator can arrange lunch or dinner reservations at the lakeside Harborside restaurant. The tour runs with groups and offers opportunities for photography of the wildlife and tropical landscapes.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Chain of Lakes Park
The tour cruises by Chain of Lakes Park, known for hosting Boston Red Sox and Cleveland Indians spring training games.
Cypress Gardens
The boat passes the historic Cypress Gardens and the Florida-shaped pool seen in the film "Easy to Love" with Esther Williams, with commentary about the site's history and remaining water-side features.
Winter Haven
The tour explores Winter Haven’s Chain of Lakes, a network of over 50 lakes with 24 interlinked, famous as the Water Ski capital of the world and home to lakes where Elvis Presley and Johnny Carson skied.
Meeting point
ALL GUESTS MUST ARRIVE 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME. Please meet the captain at The Living Water Cruises sign at dock 15 MIN PRIOR to departure time. BOATS DO NOT WAIT. Restrooms do not open until 11:30am; please plan accordingly. Lunch or dinner reservations are available upon request.
End point
ALL GUESTS MUST ARRIVE 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME. Please meet the captain at The Living Water Cruises sign at dock 15 MIN PRIOR to departure time. BOATS DO NOT WAIT. Restrooms do not open until 11:30am; please plan accordingly. Lunch or dinner reservations are available upon request.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.