Our favorite Eco-Tour in Orlando – Mountain Biking and Kayaking in one great day out!
Join us for this 2 part adventure in the Seminole forest, just 30 minutes north of Orlando.
Get ready for kayaking and mountain biking in one of the areas most beautiful forests. This is “real Florida,” and something you will definitely want to experience while staying in our great state. Did you know Florida is one of the most bio-diverse eco-systems in the world? Yep! On this tour you will get to see the giant gators, and river life of the Econolockhatchee river, and then mountain bike your way through some fun single tracks in the ancient Little Big Econ Forest.
Your guide will pick you up at your hotel (I-Drive and Lake Buena Vista only) between 8:30-9am. Self-drive guest must arrive to Seminole State Forest by 9am. Then we head to the ancient Seminole State Forest, also called “Little-Big Econ Forest.”
We start our day kayaking down the Econolockhatchee River, once home to Florida’s Native American Seminole tribe. Use your imagination as you begin to paddle your kayak down this famous blackwater river. You will be quickly be transported back in time to remote unspoiled Florida. Look on the river bank for mounds – they could be “Indian mounds.” These were made by Native Americans as a type of storage area along the river, so they would have a rest stop while they navigated these waters on the way to the St. John’s River. As you paddle, be on the lookout for alligators, bald eagles, blue herons and deer.
We stop for a picnic lunch (included) along the river before finishing our kayaking early in the afternoon. After a short break, it’s time to peddle into the outback of the Little Big Econ Forest. Explore some of Florida’s best single tracks, as your ride through the forest, over bridges, through creeks. This is a fun 2-hour ride that finishes out our day.
BK’s Pedal and Paddle tour from Orlando is the only one of its kind and one you should not miss if you want to have a “real Florida” adventure!
What is included
- All equipment
- Snacks
- Guides
- Transportation (hotel pickup from I-Drive or Lake Buena Vista hotels between 8:30am and 9:00am)
What you should bring
- Insect repellent
- Sunglasses
- Water bottle
- Sunblock:
Departure schedule
Daily departures at 10am. Self-driving guests must arrive at Seminole State Forest by 9am.
Group booking
Private group, school, church or businesses tour is available upon request. Call for more information and rates.
Check tour conditions
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Meeting point
This tour meets on Snow Hill Road near Geneva, Florida. Please click the Google Maps link below for directions. Parking is under the bridge on Snow Hill Road, just passed the trailhead for the Little Big Econ State Forest.
https://goo.gl/maps/um7VqkMU5Ht
Reviews
Write a reviewHighly recommend! Was the experience we had hoped for, had a great time and good for groups. Jay & Jimmy were experts on the area and despite the warning that ...
Diana Meyer
Highly recommend! Was the experience we had hoped for, had a great time and good for groups.
Jay & Jimmy were experts on the area and despite the warning that you never know what you might see due to daily conditions, they made sure that we got to experience all the night had to offer. Gave great info on what we saw and made sure everyone in the group got an up-close experience with the bioluminescent creatures. Side note, these guys made it feel very safe and inclusive so that was nice.
I would recommend wearing flip flops and bring a spare pair of shorts since your bottom side will likely get 'damp'.We went out on Saturday night to the sunset and bioluminescence tour. It was absolutely mind blowing. Dan and Jordan took us out and we’re so knowledgeable about all the ...
amanda lanphere
We went out on Saturday night to the sunset and bioluminescence tour. It was absolutely mind blowing. Dan and Jordan took us out and we’re so knowledgeable about all the different plants, birds, and sea life we saw. They were so friendly. We saw manatees, dolphins, tons of fish, osprey, and a mullet even jumped in our kayak. This is one of the coolest things we’ve ever done. Highly recommended!!!
This trip was so fun and calm! We saw so many Comb Jellies and their bioluminescence was so fascinating!! John B, our tour guide, was so educated on the marine ...
Colin Hatcher
This trip was so fun and calm! We saw so many Comb Jellies and their bioluminescence was so fascinating!! John B, our tour guide, was so educated on the marine life! I would highly recommend this for any family whether adventurous or not! Definitely ask for John B!
Amazing experience! All of the details were made clear up front... So we came prepared with bug spray and long sleeves and pants and ready to get wet and our ...
Jennifer Hamilton
Amazing experience! All of the details were made clear up front... So we came prepared with bug spray and long sleeves and pants and ready to get wet and our clear kayaks which we took out to the intercoastal with a amazing unbelievably clear view of the stars in the sky, a NASA launch spot, and of course the bioluminescence in the water. Every paddle, every touch of your hand, every time the kayak moved... The water the lip up bright blue! Magical. It's a spiritual experience not to be missed. Add to that the fun and energy of the BK Adventures guides, especially Sam, who helped us out when my paddling skills sucked!! I recommend this place and think everyone should have this experience. It was beautiful and magical. Could not be captured in pictures, but can only be held in your heart and memories.
