From bioluminescent tours to starlight safaris, here are some of Orlando’s best nocturnal activities group scan experience (pictured: Glow Tours at Epic Paddle Adventures).

Orlando meetings may put your group in a sunshine state of mind, but we have plenty of team-building adventures by moonlight that you and your attendees will remember. Nocturnal tourism — or noctourism — is all about exploring a destination after dark, when it’s just your group, the moon and an unforgettable night under the stars.

From serene bioluminescent adventures to late-night hikes, here are some of the nocturnal offerings in Orlando that will light up your nighttime agenda.

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Nocturnal Adventures at Outdoor Attractions

Night Airboat Tours at Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures

Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures has been whisking visitors through the outskirts of the Florida Everglades for over 30 years, and their lineup includes breathtaking daytime, sunset and nighttime tours. While alligator sightings are likely at any time of day, these nocturnal creatures are most active after dark. Either way, your group is sure to have a blast on a high-speed boat ride through untamed Florida wilderness.

Gator Night Shine at Gatorland

Nicknamed the Alligator Capital of Orlando, Gatorland is home to hundreds of alligators and crocodiles. One of the most spine-tingling ways to see them is on the Gator Night Shine Tour, an after-hours expedition where your attendees will traverse the alligator breeding marsh and see hundreds of glowing eyes follow your every move. They can even feed the alligators, if they dare.

Night and Sunset Kayak Tours

Epic Paddle Adventures has several late-night tours to choose from, including four evening options near downtown Orlando. Join a breathtaking sunset paddle or happy hour tour through scenic Lake Ivanhoe, or light up the night on a glowing paddleboard or clear kayak tour.

Bioluminescent Kayaking

Witness one of the most awe-inspiring natural phenomena in Central Florida on a bioluminescent kayaking tour. As your group paddles in the dark, glowing comb jellies, algae blooms and more microscopic creatures appear as glowing ripples of light. BK Adventure offers bioluminescent kayak or paddleboard tours all year round, and groups have even more options in the summer months with seasonal tours from Epic Paddle Adventures, Get Up and Go Kayaking, and Viking Eco Tours.

Night Hikes at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Ever wondered what the animals do when the zoo closes for the day? Join a fascinating, after-hours Night Hike at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens to find out. This nocturnal adventure includes up-close animal encounters in the Discovery Center followed by a guided, flashlight-led tour of the zoo.

Starlight Safari at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

See zebras, giraffes, wildebeest and more on an immersive, after-hours safari adventure at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. Over 30 African animal species live on the savanna, so hop aboard an open-air safari vehicle and try to find them all using the provided night vision device. No theme park ticket is required.

Nocturnal Places to Stay

Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

Did you know your attendees can extend their stay and go camping at Walt Disney World? Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground features tent and RV sites along with fully renovated cabins, all set in 750 acres of pine and cypress forest. Nearby, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge offers smaller groups the splendor of the great outdoors with evening campfires, nature trails and resort rooms themed with wildlife, nature and Native American designs.

Glamping at Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo

With over 16,500 square feet of flexible event space, your gathering will find its perfect home at Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo. This unique getaway features teepees, cabins, wagons and more unique glamping options, plus premium cottages for anyone in your group who prefers a more traditional experience. No matter how large your group, the property’s expert team of planners will work towards your vision to fulfill your needs with customized activities and accommodations.

Let Visit Orlando be your guide in coordinating these unforgettable experiences. Our team is ready to connect you with these local organizations, ensuring your group enjoys a truly unique nocturnal adventure.