Paddle Dock and Dine on the Dora Canal
Overview
Paddle, Dock & Dine turns a kayak or paddleboard rental into a signature Central Florida experience. Guests explore the cypress-lined Dora Canal, travel onto Lake Eustis, and dock at a local waterfront restaurant for lunch before paddling back through the canal.
The extended five-hour rental provides time to enjoy the scenery, look for wildlife, take photos, and dine without feeling rushed. Guests receive stable, quality equipment, local route guidance, and 10% off their food and beverage purchase at The Fish Camp. It is a relaxed way to experience Old Florida at your own pace.
Itinerary
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Enjoy a leisurely 5-hour self-guided paddle through the scenic Dora Canal with a waterfront lunch stop along the way.nnYour journey begins on Lake Dora in downtown Tavares. Choose a single kayak, tandem kayak, or paddleboard and travel through the cypress-lined Dora Canal, taking in the wildlife, shaded waterways, and Old Florida scenery at your own pace.nnContinue onto Lake Eustis and dock at The Fish Camp for a relaxing waterfront lunch. Paddle, Dock & Dine guests receive 10% off their food and beverage purchase. After lunch, return to the water and paddle back through the Dora Canal to your original launch location in downtown Tavares.nnYour equipment rental, paddle, life jacket, route guidance, and five hours of paddling time are included. Lunch is purchased separately.
What's included
- Map and guidance for the self-guided paddle route
- 10% discount on food and beverage purchases at The Fish Camp
- Fitted life jacket with safety whistle
- Pre-launch paddling instruction and safety guidance
- Choice of single kayak, tandem kayak, or stand-up paddleboard with paddle(s)
What's not included
- Lunch, beverages, and other restaurant purchases
- Guide accompanying guests during the paddle
- Gratuities are not included and are optional
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Alcohol and smoking are not permitted during this activity
- For safety, weight limits are: single kayak up to 300 lbs, tandem kayak up to 450 lbs combined, and stand-up paddleboard up to 200 lbs.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- ✓ 100% refund24 hours or more before the start time
- ✕ 0% refundLess than 24 hours before the start time