1.5 Hour Guided Historical Wildlife Tour of The Famous Chain of Lakes in Florida
Overview
Take an award winning tour of the Chain of Lakes in Winter Haven! Awarded the Certificate of Excellency & Travelers Choice awards every year since 2018. Experience true southern hospitality as you explore real Florida aboard a brand new Pontoon boat with a local guide with over 40 years experience. Your guide will take you on adventure like no other through the incredible beauty and rich history of 5 to 6 historical lakes of the famous Chain of Lakes . You will be able to capture amazing photos of the abundant wildlife and lush tropical landscaping that line the shores of this rich resource. You can expect to see alligators, otters, blue heron, turtles, osprey, anhingas and much more! You will also learn about the history of Cypress Gardens and take a nostalgic look at the famous Florida pool as you glide by and peek into a moment in history where the southern bells once stood on the famous Cypress Gardens bridge.This tour is perfect for history buffs and nature enthusiasts alike!
What's Included
- Bottled water
- We provide bottled water. Guests are welcome to bing anything they woud like to eat or drink.
Meeting Location
7th Street Southwest
Winter Haven, FL 33880, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Chain of Lakes Park (Pass By)
Cypress Gardens (Pass By)
Winter Haven
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- We can accomodate one non-transferrable wheelchair guest per tour. Pick up location would change to the boat launch next door to restaurant for wheelchair access. YOU MUST CONTACT US TO BOOK A WHEELCHAIR GUEST AS IT REQUIRES A SPECIFIC BOAT AND A SEPERATE PICK UP LOCATION WHICH MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE ON THE SPECIFIC DATE AND TIME YOU SELECT. WE CANNOT GUARANTEE WHEELCHAIR ACCESS UNLESS YOU HAVE SPOKEN WITH US AND MADE SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(8)Q: Will I get seasick on 1.5 Hour Guided Historical Wildlife Tour of The Famous Chain of Lakes in Florida?
A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023
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Activity code: C-340646P1
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