Kennedy Space Center and Airboat Safari

Experience an epic adventure from Central Florida with Gray Line Orlando. Your expert guide will provide tips to maximize your time at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, ensuring your day is perfectly planned for independent exploration.

Feel the thrill of space travel with the Shuttle Launch Experience, a simulator that lets you launch and orbit just like a real astronaut. Take the NASA bus tour to the Apollo Saturn V Center, stand inside the historic launch control room, and marvel at the massive Saturn V rocket. Top off your visit with an immersive IMAX movie.

Explore a life-sized space shuttle, examine a moon rock, or enjoy some space ice cream—a day of excitement awaits the whole family!

As a bonus, enjoy a 30-minute airboat ride on the St. Johns River. Glide through the swamps, spotting exotic plants, flowers, and wildlife like the iconic alligator.

From nature to space, this adventure promises unforgettable experiences for everyone. Discover and enjoy the best of Florida's natural beauty and space wonders in one incredible journey.

Pick-up Time & Schedule (subject to change without notice. Please confirm pick-up details locally):

7:35 am - Pacifica Ballroom at Universal Royal Pacific Resort. (Only guests staying at Universal Resorts can choose this location). 6300 Hollywood Way, Orlando, FL 32819. Please wait outside Pacifica Ballroom Lobby.
7.50 am - Avanti Palms Resort. 6515 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819. Please wait outside the lobby. 
8:00 am - ICON Park Orlando. 8375 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819. Please wait at the base of the wheel, facing Universal Blvd. Free parking is available.
7:20 am - Golden Corral Buffet, Lake Buena Vista. 8707 Vineland Rd, Orlando, FL 32821. Please wait outside of the restaurant. Free parking is available.
7:10 am - Disney Swan Resort. 1200 Epcot Resorts Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830. Please wait outside the lobby.
7:00 am - Charley's Steak House. 2901 Parkway Blvd, Kissimmee, FL 34747. Please wait outside of the restaurant. Free parking is available.

Duration: 

Around 10 Hours

Ticket includes:

• Admission to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
• Thrilling 30-minute airboat ride on the St. Johns River
• Explore the Atlantis Exhibit, KSC Bus Tour including the Saturn V Center, IMAX 3D films, and the Shuttle Launch Experience
• Enjoy hassle-free round-trip transportation from Orlando, Kissimmee, and Disney areas
• Touch a piece of real moon rock
• Make the most of your time with free exploration at the Complex
• Services of a professional certified and licensed tour guide

Additional Information:

• Tour itinerary is subject to change without notice.
• The Kennedy Space Center Tour runs from central location points in Orlando and you will need to make your own way to one of these departure points. Your nearest pick-up location will be confirmed locally upon tour reconfirmation.
• If your scheduled date becomes a rocket launch, regular packages may not be permitted. 
• The Visitor Complex has magnetometers like an airport. Please be prepared to have your personal items inspected.
• Strollers and wheelchairs are available for hire at Kennedy Space Center. 
• Visitors may bring backpacks and soft-sided coolers into the visitor complex. Food and beverages packed in small, soft-sided coolers are permitted. Glass bottles or containers are not permitted. Beer is for sale at select locations and no outside alcoholic beverages are permitted.
• All timings are approximate and subject to change.
• If you use a wheelchair, please inform us when making your booking.
• There are pick-up points throughout the tourism corridors of Orlando, Lake Buena Vista, and Kissimmee including the Disney and Universal areas. Please arrive at your meeting location at least 15 minutes prior to the departure time. Wait outside the meeting point as the guides will not go into lobbies or stores to look for guests.
• *CANCELLATION POLICY: Free cancellations for bookings cancelled with the operator up to 24 hours before your chosen activity date. No refunds are given for cancellations made within 24 hours.