Girls lacrosse paddling and bonding We had an excellent time this afternoon, learning how to paddle with Ned and Tom. Our group consisted of 18... read moreWe had an excellent time this afternoon, learning how to paddle with Ned and Tom. Our group consisted of 18 teen girls and their two coaches. We met on Wekiva Island for a brief lesson in how to paddle, then headed upriver to the Wekiwa spring. Ned and Tom were wonderful guides, helping everyone feel comfortable and confident. When we got to the spring, they showed us how to “shoot the crack” and took GoPro pictures of the girls underwater. It was a wonderful afternoon, and I would highly recommend Paddleboard Orlando and the Wekiva Island paddle in particular. We will be back!! read less

Paddle Boarding We booked a Manatee tour two weeks ago. Just prior to our trip we were contacted about cancelling because the... read moreWe booked a Manatee tour two weeks ago. Just prior to our trip we were contacted about cancelling because the Manatees have moved on. We kept the reservation and we are so glad we did. Uncle Ned was amazing and made all of us from beginner to seasoned feel safe and comfortable. The scenery was breathtaking and our guided was the greatest. I can't wait to book my next trip. read less

Great group of people We often meet up with the paddleboarding groups and enjoy some time with fellow enthusiasts. We've brought numerous friends... read moreWe often meet up with the paddleboarding groups and enjoy some time with fellow enthusiasts. We've brought numerous friends along for their first paddleboarding experience with the Paddleboard Orlando crew - they're the best! read less

Good times with good people! My husband and I had a great time on the Wekiva River adventure. Uncle Ned is fun, entertaining and has... read moreMy husband and I had a great time on the Wekiva River adventure. Uncle Ned is fun, entertaining and has an infectious personality. It is a great way to see some of the best of Florida. read less

Uncle Ned is the best!!! My GF and I are quite comfortable on Paddleboards but even so, Ned took great care of “sugar bear” and... read moreMy GF and I are quite comfortable on Paddleboards but even so, Ned took great care of “sugar bear” and “eagle eye” paddling the Wakiva springs. “Shooting the crack” was a great experience and we’ll definitely be back to do another trip with Paddleboard Orlando.

Drew and Janet

Long Island, New York read less

Awesome Experience Having spent a week doing the theme parks we wanted to get out in the country and see a bit... read moreHaving spent a week doing the theme parks we wanted to get out in the country and see a bit of rural Florida and the wildlife. The booking process is straight forward online and when the trip needed to be rearranged Ned contacted us personally to make the arrangements. Finding the start point was really easy and we were greeted by Ned and Andy given a full briefing and off we went. There were 2 first timers in our group and Ned instructed them in the go until they got more confident. The boards were really stable and easy for us to paddle allowing you to focus on the nature around. We saw turtles, birds, alligators and of course the manatees which was fantastic. As a family we highly recommend this trip which is made even more fun by Neds banter along the way. More read less

Worth every penny I went with a girlfriend on Paddleboard Orlando's SUP Silver Springs adventure on Feb 9th. We had a beautiful day... read moreI went with a girlfriend on Paddleboard Orlando's SUP Silver Springs adventure on Feb 9th. We had a beautiful day out with about 15 people in our group. Group leaders Tenacious Tom and Uncle Ned made sure to interact with everyone, they are both wonderful to be around. The trip took about 3 hours and by the time it was finished we were all sharing pictures with each other and connecting on Facebook for future adventures. The best part is the leaders took pictures throughout the trip and share them on their Facebook so you don't really have to do anything but enjoy your day out. I won't say I might take another tour with them, instead I'm going to say I WILL be taking another tour with them and I will be doing it soon. I recommend them to anyone either local or who is vacationing in the area to check them out too.

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An awesome trip with Ned for two first time paddle boarders We had an absolutely fabulous and great fun trip with Ned and the Blue Spring manatees. Neither of us has... read moreWe had an absolutely fabulous and great fun trip with Ned and the Blue Spring manatees. Neither of us has paddleboarded before but Ned is clearly extremely experienced at getting newbies going and uses his self-designed boards which are very stable. We were gently paddling away the St John's river in 15 mins flat (including Ned's briefing on how to safely be around the manatees without bothering them). Ned's long experience means you stand the best chance of encountering manatees close up (we were treated to several coming right up to us and swimming under our boards) and we also saw a decent sized gator and lots of birds as we gently paddled down the river. It really was the most enjoyable and serene way to be on the water, Ned is an interesting guy and really great company. I can't recommend trying paddle boarding highly enough and Ned's Paddleboard Orlando completely deserves its superb reputation. More read less

Manatee tour with Uncle Ned I have so many good things to say about our tour and tour guide that I barely know where to... read moreI have so many good things to say about our tour and tour guide that I barely know where to start!!

We did a private manatee tour along the St John River and into Blue Springs National Park and the location is just amazing, absolutely beautiful and so many manatee's. It was amazing to share the water with them!!

I was very nervous of the idea of paddle boarding (was scared I wouldn't be able to stand up on the board let alone travel anywhere on it!) But Ned was amazing, he was understanding and patient. Most importantly he really built up my confidence up!!

We are heading back to Florida in April and we'll definitely be visiting Ned again! More read less

Manatees, Fish and Birds Oh My! Enjoyed a beautiful day on the water at Blue Springs State Park with Paddleboard Orlando. Such a great way to... read moreEnjoyed a beautiful day on the water at Blue Springs State Park with Paddleboard Orlando. Such a great way to spend your morning enjoying the water and all the nature around you. Everything was well organized and the guides (Ned and Trip) were, as they always are, friendly, helpful and a whole lot of fun! I paddle with other groups and this one is top notch from start to finish. Can't wait for my next paddling adventure with them! read less

Delightful Spent a sunny autumn afternoon paddling around Lake Killarney with my galpals the day before my wedding. The weather was... read moreSpent a sunny autumn afternoon paddling around Lake Killarney with my galpals the day before my wedding. The weather was quite windy, but the trainer told us exactly how to navigate the lake. It was leisurely and so fun! The staff was professional, friendly, and kind. We’ll definitely be back! read less

What a fantastic experience!!! Everything about dealing with the friendly staff from Paddleboard Orlando was amazing. I booked our adventure online about a week... read moreEverything about dealing with the friendly staff from Paddleboard Orlando was amazing. I booked our adventure online about a week prior to going and the booking was easy and fast. We had never been paddle boarding before, but we were very excited. The staff called us by name, they were very friendly, and professional. They fitted us for our boards, taught us how to paddle board, then let us go adventure out on the beautiful lake. We had the most amazing 2 hours, and everything about the experience was so wonderful that we will be purchasing a few boards from paddle board Orlando so that we can go more often. I recommend paddle boarding as a hobby, and I support paddle board Orlando. Thank you guys for taking such good care of us. More read less

Board purchase Kristen helped us with our purchase of two demo boards. She was very knowledgeable, shared useful information and had a... read moreKristen helped us with our purchase of two demo boards. She was very knowledgeable, shared useful information and had a warm, positive attitude. Kristen and the boards and paddles earn the highest rating. read less

Great choice for a one or two-hour casual kayak ride. Excellent and knowledgeable staff. The weather was looking a bit iffy with rain showers on the eve of my 50th... read moreExcellent and knowledgeable staff. The weather was looking a bit iffy with rain showers on the eve of my 50th birthday anniversary. On the advice of the staff I took a risk and glad I did because I was not disappointed. I had an excellent ride. I saw lots of birds plenty of large bass swimming below, plenty of various lily pads and flowers. It was a calm and quiet scenery. There were a few brief sprinkles of rain at times but I took my time and made it around the 2.7 mile course in about 75 minutes. About halfway through the weather became nice and sunny. Thanks to the knowledgeable staff I was glad I took this trip for my 50th and we'll do it again each time I visit Winter Park Florida. read less

Amazing This was a great experience. The staff is very friendly and helpful and the lake is beautiful. The owner came... read moreThis was a great experience. The staff is very friendly and helpful and the lake is beautiful. The owner came on his own paddle board to check on us and gave us some very useful tips on paddle boarding. Highly recommend read less

AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING! 🤗 Scottish family visited Paddleboatd Orlando first timers on Saturday 6th October, wow wow wow it was such an amazing morning,... read moreScottish family visited Paddleboatd Orlando first timers on Saturday 6th October, wow wow wow it was such an amazing morning, Ned showed us all the basics that we needed to know before heading out on the lake, what an absolute gem he is, we all felt comfortable and relaxed and after two hours out on the lake I was longing for another trip with Ned! His colleagues were also great, They got my son and his friend trying different stunts on the board

Anyone on vacation in Orlando must try this, it’s a great way spending time away from the parks and trying something different

I will write a separate review about our second visit which was today on the Wekiva Island! read less

Wekiva springs Paddle board tour THIS TOUR WAS AWESOME! Had a wonderful time paddle boarding and swimming in Wekiva springs. Uncle Ned was an awesome... read moreTHIS TOUR WAS AWESOME! Had a wonderful time paddle boarding and swimming in Wekiva springs. Uncle Ned was an awesome guide and a great teacher. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Definitely will come back for more read less

Great to get away from the hustle of the theme parks Very well organised. The lake is very beautiful and calm. Having only done paddle boarding in the sea before it... read moreVery well organised. The lake is very beautiful and calm. Having only done paddle boarding in the sea before it was great to do it on a calm body of water which made standing up much easier!

I think that anyone who hadn't done any yoga before would have found the class quite difficult to follow, but would still have got a lot out of it.

We came away from the class feeling very relaxed!

There was also the opportunity for an hour of paddle boarding afterwards.

Unfortunately we couldn't persuade our two teenagers to join us. read less

Great people and Great Fun! Over the past 5 years my daughter and I have went on multiple adventures with Uncle Ned and Tenacious Tom.... read moreOver the past 5 years my daughter and I have went on multiple adventures with Uncle Ned and Tenacious Tom. From the 1st trip to the most recent they go the extra mile to make it a truly memorable experience. They get 10 stars in my book. Thank you so much Uncle Ned! read less

Wonderful Sweet 16 We had my daughter’s Sweet 16 party at the lake with about 25 of her friends. Everyone had a fantastic... read moreWe had my daughter’s Sweet 16 party at the lake with about 25 of her friends. Everyone had a fantastic time...even the parents loved it. I was happy I didn’t fall in at all! I highly recommend this for a different kind of party. They supplied the tents and tables for food after paddleboarding. The girls even got to race in teams on the party boards! So fun! read less

Paddleboard Orlando is Top Notch Did the beginners Paddleboarding this morning, I have been wanting to try SUP for a while now but have been... read moreDid the beginners Paddleboarding this morning, I have been wanting to try SUP for a while now but have been a little nervous to try. Paddleboard Orlando was awesome, the guides are super helpful and very nice. They give you top notch instructions before getting on the board and conitune to give you guidance and support the whole time. Looking forward to my next outing with this wonderful

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Super FABU Experience Paddleboarding Orlando does a great job of setting you up and making you feel secure on your Paddleboarding experience! I... read morePaddleboarding Orlando does a great job of setting you up and making you feel secure on your Paddleboarding experience! I had done it before in very choppy waters and kinda didn’t enjoy it. This time was completely different. The Winter Park Chain of Lakes is Paddleboarding perfection! The staff was fun and made our trip a success. It was even raining and don’t care at all. (also...thanks to some great instruction, I never fell for in the water) If you’re thinking of doing this, JUST DO IT! You won’t be sorry. read less

Awesome fun! This tour is a great way to really experience nature at it's best not far from Orlando & get a... read moreThis tour is a great way to really experience nature at it's best not far from Orlando & get a workout at the same time! Lots of small gators sunning themselves peacefully at the edge of the waterway as well as other stunning wildlife. It was an awesome day, the weather was perfect & the scenery breathtakingly beautiful. I didn't do it but there is also an option to swim in the beautiful clear springs at the end of the paddle ride. This was totally the highlight of my trip to Orlando. read less

Fantastic Time Had a great time while learning the basics of stand up paddle boarding. Staff was super friendly & fun. I... read moreHad a great time while learning the basics of stand up paddle boarding. Staff was super friendly & fun. I will do this again. read less

Definitely a Must Do—Fun For The Whole Family! This was by far the best experience of our vacation! Ned, Tom and team were all very helpful and patient... read moreThis was by far the best experience of our vacation! Ned, Tom and team were all very helpful and patient with these first time paddle boarders. I highly recommend signing up for one of their paddle board sessions. Can’t wait to try it again the next time we’re in the area! read less

Fun and educational This was great. It was our first time to SUP, but Ned walked us through the 3 "P"s and we... read moreThis was great. It was our first time to SUP, but Ned walked us through the 3 "P"s and we did just fine. The manatees were swimming about and checking us out. Ned was quite a fun guide and was very informative. I highly recommend his outing. read less

Wonderful Experince It was great and amazing. I really love it !!The instructors are so nice,supportive and awesome. in fact it was... read moreIt was great and amazing. I really love it !!The instructors are so nice,supportive and awesome. in fact it was best and great experience in Orlando. Tom and Ned are very wonderful and Amazing people. PADDLE BAORD ORLANDO!!! read less

Melissa D Fantastic family outing! Our girls, 8 and 9, sat in front of the board and even got to paddle some.... read moreFantastic family outing! Our girls, 8 and 9, sat in front of the board and even got to paddle some. The tour guides were amazing and engaged with the group. Highly recommend! This is a must do! What are you waiting for? read less

Wonderful trip and new friends making... We had the most wonderful experience here with Ned! The perfect weather, the perfect view, the perfect alligator (not too... read moreWe had the most wonderful experience here with Ned! The perfect weather, the perfect view, the perfect alligator (not too close but close enough to see them) and most importantly, the perfect guide Ned! We couldn’t thank you more, for taking perfect care of our seniors with no experience of water sport before, but still enjoyed a great time with these unforgettable experience. Definitely recommend this activity to anyone who ever go to Orlando!! Do contact with Ned!!! read less

Fun! Fun! Fun! That was awesome! We're not strong swimmers, my husband even tried to chicken out this morning. Finally we found out... read moreThat was awesome! We're not strong swimmers, my husband even tried to chicken out this morning. Finally we found out it's not scary at all even if you fall into the water. Thanks so much for the fabulous fist time paddleboard experience, you guys really know great skills and how to take care of people. 真好玩，感謝！ read less

Fun! Fun! Fun! That was awesome! We're not strong swimmers, my husband even tried to chicken out this morning. Finally we found out... read moreThat was awesome! We're not strong swimmers, my husband even tried to chicken out this morning. Finally we found out it's not scary at all even if you fall into the water. Thanks so much for the fabulous fist time paddleboard experience, you guys really know great skills and how to take care of people. 真好玩，感謝！ read less

1st Paddleboard Lesson Great Fun! The instructors are friendly and helpful! I suggest this for everyone!

The water was beautiful, reminded me of... read moreGreat Fun! The instructors are friendly and helpful! I suggest this for everyone!

The water was beautiful, reminded me of growing up on these lakes.

I'm thinking that the early lesson would be best, less chance of rain or wind. read less

Fantastic family experience! Booked our first family paddle board experience. Ned and Tom were great! Was looking for something to do before checking... read moreBooked our first family paddle board experience. Ned and Tom were great! Was looking for something to do before checking into our hotel and couldn't have planned a better few hours. I would highly recommend this experience! Don't worry if you have never been paddle boarding before, Tom was an awesome teacher! Great for the novice or experienced. read less

Oh Yeah!!!! We recently booked and accomplished our first paddle boarding experience with Paddleboard Orlando. We are hooked! We were a large... read moreWe recently booked and accomplished our first paddle boarding experience with Paddleboard Orlando. We are hooked! We were a large family group of 11 from NC with 6 teenagers, and a really cool grandma! We chose the Friendly First Timers group on Sat Aug 1 at 9 am. The PBO crew was awesome from start to finish! They were patient and encouraging and as we were quick learners they even had a few friendly competitive games for the group which our family lives for!! We haven't stopped talking about our experience and our kids are dying to come back during the holidays! Thank you PBO for an awesome experience! read less

So much fun! I had a couple of other paddleboard lessons, but these guys are the best. They make sure everyone is comfortable... read moreI had a couple of other paddleboard lessons, but these guys are the best. They make sure everyone is comfortable and confident, whether you're a kid or an older adult. Recommend for anyone in fairly good shape up to age 60-something. read less

Oh Yeah!!!! We recently booked and accomplished our first paddle boarding experience with Paddleboard Orlando. We are hooked! We were a large... read moreWe recently booked and accomplished our first paddle boarding experience with Paddleboard Orlando. We are hooked! We were a large family group of 11 from NC with 6 teenagers, and a really cool grandma! We chose the Friendly First Timers group on Sat Aug 1 at 9 am. The PBO crew was awesome from start to finish! They were patient and encouraging and as we were quick learners they even had a few friendly competitive games for the group which our family lives for!! We haven't stopped talking about our experience and our kids are dying to come back during the holidays! Thank you PBO for an awesome experience! read less