Orlando, Florida is a great place to visit any time of the year due to its consistent warm weather. While it can get pretty hot and humid during the summer months, Orlando has an abundance of fun and exciting attractions to help you stay cool throughout your stay.
The theme parks of Orlando offer several water rides that provide a break from the heat in addition to their thrills. You can explore the outdoors of the area and take part in activities that bring you closer to nature while staying cool under the sun.
When you stay at Spectrum Resort Orlando, you can enjoy Orlando’s amazing weather with an emphasis on the positives. Here are easy ways to cool off during Orlando summers.
1. Island H2O Live! Water Park next to the Promenade at Sunset Walk
Island H2O Live! (opens in a new tab) Water Park in Kissimmee offers an exhilarating aquatic experience with thrilling slides, interactive attractions, and vibrant themed zones, perfect for a day of family fun in the Florida sun.
Kids can play games in the water at Pelican’s Paradise while the adults can seek thrills on the park’s numerous water slides. You can race your friends on Reply Racers, listen to music while riding The Downloader, turn around tight corners on Reload Rapids, or plunge at high speeds with Profile Plunge. Grab an ice-cold drink at Tag Shack before unwinding in the cabanas.
2. Luxe Jet Ski Rentals Northeast Regional Park – Davenport, Florida
With Luxe Jet Ski Rentals, your group can spend a sunny day out on a lake in the great outdoors. Guests can rent jet skis and race against each other for a more thrilling experience or rent a boat to relax while watching a beautiful Florida sunset over the water. Make sure to wear your bathing suit so you can cool off by taking a quick dip in the lake.
3. Discovery Cove a SeaWorld Orlando Theme Park
Make sure to save a day of your vacation for Discovery Cove, where you can cool off in the water while interacting with unique marine life. The Grand Reef allows you to snorkel with angelfish, velvet rays, and other beautiful aquatic life, and Dolphin Lagoon provides an animal care specialist who will help teach you how to interact with dolphins face-to-face.
You can take your kids to Freshwater Oasis to swim with Asian clawed otters and interact with marmosets in a tropical-inspired environment. SeaVenture at The Grand Reef offers an underwater walking tour where you can interact with fish in an open reef.
4. Wekiwa Springs State Park Apopka, Florida
Cool off while spending a day at Wekiwa Springs State Park in Apopka. The water is crystal clear, making this park perfect for families and friends looking for a fun time in the water.
Kids can swim and play on tubes in the shallower parts of the water while teens and adults can go paddling, kayaking, and snorkeling. End the afternoon with a lunch at any of the park’s picnic tables, or stay later to watch the sun set over the water.
5. Kali River Rapids at Disney’s Animal Kingdom – Walt Disney World
Kali River Rapids is the best way to cool off during your day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This ride takes you on a thrilling water journey through the jungles of Asia for a bonus of beautiful scenery.
Those who venture onto Kali River Rapids are guaranteed to get wet, which should help if the sun has been out all day. Enjoy riding a raging current past an erupting geyser, waterfalls, and bedrock before plummeting down a 20-foot slope.
Guests staying at Spectrum Resort Orlando have access to complimentary transportation to the Walt Disney World theme parks.
6. Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park Walt Disney World
Cool off and hit the slopes at Disney’s Blizzard Beach water park where thrills come in different forms to offer excitement for families of all ages.
Seek thrills on water slides such as Runoff Rapids, Summit Plummet, and Toboggan Racers, while the kids can cool off at Tike’s Peak. Additional thrill options include the inner tube slide Cool Runners and the downhill body slide Snow Falls.
7. Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park Walt Disney World
Get soaked on an unforgettable aquatic adventure at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon. Become immersed in a tropical paradise filled with exhilarating water slides, a giant wave pool, and lazy river adventures. It is the ultimate destination for water-themed Disney magic.
Ride the dips and turns of Crush ‘n’ Gusher, or take your group on a whitewater adventure with Miss Adventure Falls. Younger kids can enjoy fun at Ketchakiddee Creek, and older kids can ride the waves of Typhoon Lagoon Surf Pool, the largest wave pool in North America.
8. Epic Paddle Adventures Orlando, Florida
Epic Paddle Adventures offers thrilling opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to explore the area’s pristine waterways through guided kayak and paddleboard tours. With experienced guides leading the way, adventurers can glide through picturesque lakes, winding rivers, and lush mangrove forests, immersing themselves in the region’s natural beauty while learning about its rich ecosystem and wildlife. Whether seeking a peaceful sunrise paddle or an adrenaline-fueled sunset excursion, Epic Paddle Adventures promises unforgettable experiences for all skill levels amidst the scenic wonders of Central Florida.
9. Universal’s Volcano Bay Universal Orlando Resort
Universal’s Volcano Bay in Orlando, Florida, transports guests to a Polynesian-themed water paradise, where thrilling water slides, serene lazy rivers, and the iconic towering volcano create an immersive tropical oasis perfect for family fun and relaxation.
This spot offers thrilling rides that help you cool down, such as Kala & Tai Nui Serpentine Body Slides, Ko’okiri Body Plunge, Krakatau Aqua Coaster, and Punga Racers.
Venture on the twists and turns of Honu of the Honu ika Moana, or enjoy a whitewater ride with TeAwa The Fearless River. Parents with kids who aren’t ready for the bigger attractions can have fun and stay cool at Waturi Beach and The Reef.
10. Nona Adventure Park Lake Nona Region – Orlando, Florida
Nona Adventure Park offers a unique blend of outdoor recreational activities suitable for all ages and skill levels. Set amidst the picturesque Lake Nona, the park features exhilarating cable wakeboarding and waterskiing experiences, exciting inflatable aqua park obstacles, serene paddleboarding and kayaking opportunities, and thrilling aerial adventures on the ropes course and zip line. With a focus on family-friendly fun and community engagement, Nona Adventure Park provides a dynamic destination for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy a variety of watersports and leisure activities in a scenic lakeside setting.
11. Reunion Water Park & Clubhouse Pool for Spectrum Resort Orlando Guests
Guests staying at Spectrum Resort can find a fun break from the heat just a walk away from their resort condo or townhome with the tropically themed Reunion Water Park. This spot features thrilling water slides, along with interactive splash areas that include water cannons, rope bridges, water sprays, and a giant water bucket.
The exotic resort pool and lazy rivers allow you to stay cool while unwinding after taking part in the park’s more active games. Older guests can take relaxation to the next level with a snack and cold drink in the shade of the poolside cabana rentals.
If you are looking for something a little more low key, you can always head over to the Spectrum Resort Clubhouse to spend an afternoon in the beautiful pool. The pool area also has cabanas that provide shade and also ping pong tables for some extra family fun.
Experience the multitude of ways to beat the scorching Orlando summer heat. From the tranquil pools and water park at Spectrum Resort to thrilling lakeside adventures and themed water parks throughout Orlando, there’s an option to suit every preference. Don’t miss out on Orlando’s distinctive aquatic excitement—secure your booking with Spectrum today!