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1.5 Hour Guided Historical Wildlife Tour of The Famous Chain of Lakes in Florida

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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

    Meeting point

    Harborside, 2435 7th St SW, Winter Haven, FL 33880, USA

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    Your tour will depart from the dock at Harborside restaurant. Please proceed to the dock. The captain will be waiting for you. DO NOT check in with the hostess in the restaurant as he/she will not have any information about your tour. Restrooms do not open until 11:30am so please plan accordingly.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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    What To Expect

    Chain of Lakes Park (Pass By)

    We will cruise by the famous Chain of Lakes Park where the Boston Red Sox and Cleveland Indians once held their spring training.
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    Cypress Gardens (Pass By)

    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.
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    Winter Haven

    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!
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • 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

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy?

    A: The 1.5 Hour Guided Historical Wildlife Tour of The Famous Chain of Lakes in Florida has a Free Cancellation policy. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-340646P1

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    Average 4.93 out of 5 stars based on 109 traveler reviews collected by Cool Orlando and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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    Cancellation Policy

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
    • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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