Step off the beaten path and enjoy an adventure holiday in Orlando. Whether you’re looking for high speed thrills or a chance to get up close and personal with Florida’s unique wildlife, you’ll find adventure lurks everywhere across Central Florida. We’ve made a list of our eleven favorite adventure holiday attractions for you to try and challenge you to find even more.

• Helicopter Tours

Take your vacation to new heights with Air Florida helicopter rides. Choose from nine different routes of various lengths that let you soar high above your favorite Orlando landmarks including the theme parks, International Drive, and downtown Orlando.

• Wakeboarding

Whether you’re a professional or just beginning to test the waters, you’ll enjoy a variety of sports at the Orlando Watersports Complex. Instructors help you find your balance as you try wakeboarding, kneeboarding, and waterskiing.

• Airboat Rides

Enjoy the rustic beauty of Orlando at Boggy Creek Airboat Rides as you glide through the wetlands in a uniquely Floridian adventure. This 30 minute airboat tour is led by a US Coast Guard Captain and reaches speeds of up to 45 mph as you look for turtles, birds, alligators, and other wildlife in their natural habitat.

• Escape Game

How well do you work under pressure? Find out at the Orlando Escape Game. You’ll have one hour to solve the puzzle and break free. Choose from five escape scenarios including prison break and a space mission.

• Hot Air Balloon Tours

Float above Orlando in a colorful hot air balloon with Painted Horizons. After the flight, enjoy a celebratory toast with champagne or sparkling cider. Whether you go for a romantic ride with your love or an exciting family outing, this is an adventure you won’t soon forget.

• Orlando Urban Trail

Explore downtown Orlando as you bike, walk, or jog across the 3 mile long Orlando Urban trail. The path winds around six sparkling lakes and several neighborhoods including Lake Formosa, where you’ll find several of Orlando’s best museums. Bike rentals are available through Orlando’s bike sharing initiative called Juice.

• Zip Lining

Zip past the crocodiles and alligators at Gatorland on this exhilarating course. Featuring multilevel launch pads, you’ll coast across the park at up to 1,200 ft. off the ground for a truly memorable adventure.

• Horseback Riding

Discover a whole new world at Disney’s Tri-Circle-D ranch as you explore scenic trails astride your trusty steed. Keep an eye out for deer, rabbits, ducks, and other local wildlife during the 45 minutes ride that is sure to delight all horse lovers.

• Skydiving

For a unique thrill the whole family will enjoy, try indoor skydiving at iFLY. You’ll float on a smooth column of air as you learn skydiving techniques. Each flight is equivalent to 1.5 skydives and is open to all ages.

• Paintball

Get ready to get messy at Orlando Paintball, Florida’s largest paintball facility. Choose from eight indoor and outdoor fields, then battle it out with your choice of paintball or laser tag. A variety of scenario games add to the fun.

• Go-kart racing

Take go-kart racing to another level at Andretti Indoor Karting & Games. Race a powerful Sodi RTX around twists and hairpin turns on this challenging indoor track. Afterwards, enjoy other heart pounding games such as laser tag, a ropes course, and an XD adventure ride.

Rosen Hotels and Resorts has multiple locations near International Drive, just minutes from some of Orlando’s most thrilling adventure holiday destinations. Our spacious accommodations and luxurious amenities are the perfect place to unwind after a long day of exploring Central Florida. Perks such as free Wi-Fi and parking help you save even more. Begin your adventure today by calling 1-877-224-5377.