Take a Tour of the Orlando Wetlands

Would you or your group like to take a tour of the Orlando Wetlands?

The Orlando Wetlands offers educational tours to showcase the Orlando Wetlands as a man-made wetland designed for the advanced treatment of reclaimed water. These tours cover the water reclamation process, wetland ecosystems, habitats, flora and fauna.

Tour options by group size, availability, type, cost, and details

Group Size Days Available Tour Type Cost Details
1–10 people Fridays and Saturdays Tram cart tour led by volunteers Free (donations welcome) No reservations; first‑come, first‑served. Tours last 45–60 minutes.
10–24 people Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays Tram cart tour led by volunteers (max 2 carts) Free (donations welcome) Reserved group tour. Tours last up to 2 hours.
10–30 people Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays Truck and trailer tour led by staff (max 1 trailer) $30 per group Reserved group tour. Tours last up to 2 hours.
10+ people Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays Bus (you provide) tour led by staff (max 2 buses) $25 per bus Reserved group tour. Tours last up to 2 hours.

Keep in mind:

  • All tours of the Orlando Wetlands take you through the journey of a water droplet running through our water reclamation system. Every tour is slightly different and there are countless species and sub-habitats to observe.
  • Tours last around 2 hours.
  • Tours must be booked at least two weeks in advance. Reserved tours fill up quickly, especially in the winter and spring seasons.

Can't take a tour? Take a virtual tour to learn about the Orlando Wetlands online.

Online

Step 1.Decide on your group size and tour type

We can accommodate small or large groups. Your group size will determine your tour type.
 

Groups of 10 or less: Public tram tour

  • Limit of 10 people or less per party.
  • No reservations: tours are first come, first served.
  • Tours last 45-60 minutes and are weather permitting.
  • Cost is free; donations to Friends of the Orlando Wetlands are welcome.
  • Tours are provided by the Friends of the Orlando Wetlands volunteers.
  • Tour schedule varies by season:
    • May-October: Fridays and Saturdays. First tour leaves at 8:00am; last tour leaves at 1:15pm.
    • November-April: Fridays and Saturdays. First tour leaves at 9:00am; last tour leaves at 2:15pm.

 

Groups of 10 or more - Reserved group tour

  • For groups of 10 people or more.
  • Available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays only.
  • Must be reserved at least two weeks in advance.
  • Tours last about two hours.
  • Tour options and costs vary: Tram carts (free), covered trailer ($30 per group), or bring your own bus ($25 per bus) options.
  • Note that school and homeschool groups can only request a trailer or bus tour led by staff.
 

Step 2.If your group is 10 or more people, send us a request

We will follow up within five business days to discuss available dates and, if applicable, send an invoice with payment instructions.

Request a Reserved Tour

The Orlando Wetlands is located at:
25155 Wheeler Road
Christmas, FL 32709

Don't forget to wear sun protection, comfortable shoes, and bring water to drink.