2 Hour Historical Wildlife Tour of the Chain of Lakes
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 6 to 8 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!
Options
2HR Historical Wildlife Tour
Lunch or Dinner reservations: Our tours depart from Harborside restaurant in Winter Haven. Reservations can be made for lakeside dining upon request.
Duration: 2 hours
Water provided.
Winter Haven Chain of Lakes: You will tour the famous Winter Haven Chain of lakes known as the water ski capital of the world!
Pontoon Boat
What's included in 2 Hour Historical Wildlife Tour of the Chain of Lakes
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Chain of Lakes ParkPass-by Only
We will cruise by the famous Chain of Lakes Park where the Boston Red Sox and Cleveland Indians once held their spring training.
Cypress GardensPass-by Only
Take a tour past the historic Cypress Gardens and famous Florida shaped pool from the movie "Easy to Love" with Esther Williams. You will get the history and catch a glimpse of what remains from the water side.
Winter HavenPass-by Only
You will explore Winter Haven Florida's famous Chain of Lakes. Home to over 50 lakes with over 24 connected and known as the Water Ski capital of the world! You will even visit the lakes where Elvis Presley, Johnny Carson and many more have skied!
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- We provide bottled water. Guests are welcome to bing anything they woud like to eat or drink.
- Lunch or Dinner reservations for lakeside dining at Harborside restaurant available upon request.
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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 CALL TO BOOK A WHEELCHAIR GUEST BECAUSE SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS MUST BE MADE WHICH INCLUDES ENSURING AVAILABILTY OF A SPECIFIC BOAT AND AN ALTERNATE PICK UP LOCATION. WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILTY CANNOT BE BOOKED DIRECT WITHOUT CONTACTING US TO ENSURE SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS ARE AVAILABLE.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Your tour will depart from the dock at Harborside restaurant. Please proceed to the dock. DO NOT check in w/restaurant as they will not have any information about your tour. Restrooms do not open until 11:30am so please plan accordingly. Lunch or dinner reservations are available upon request.