There are lots of activities to do around Walt Disney World. Some activities are available for everyone to enjoy, and others are more exclusive. If walking around Disney World hasn’t given your legs enough of a workout and you’re looking for something fun to do outdoors, there’s a recreation activity available exclusively to Swan Hotel and Dolphin Hotel guests that you may want to try.
The Swan & Dolphin Hotels are located in the EPCOT resort area, right near Disney’s Boardwalk Inn, Disney’s Yacht Club and Disney’s Beach Club. This prime location allows boat or walking access to EPCOT (via the International Gateway entrance) as well as Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Although not official Disney branded hotels, these hotels still enjoy an extremely convenient location as well as key perks like Deluxe Hotel Extended Evening Hours, Early Theme Park Entry for resort guests, and advance purchase Lightning Lane Passes (up to 7 days in advance).
The Swan and Dolphin Hotels charge a mandatory daily $50 resort service package fee. This fee covers multiple amenities, one of which is Swan Paddle Boat rentals. These boats are shaped like swans and allow you to take a leisurely cruise around an enclosed section of Crescent Lake adjacent to the Dolphin Hotel. So fun! Using your own leg power, pedaling these boats is a lot like pedaling a bicycle.
Swan Paddle Boat rentals are available from 11:00am to 5:00pm daily, with the last boat departing at 4:30pm. The activity is available on a first come, first serve basis. Guests of the Swan and Dolphin Hotels wishing to rent a paddle boat just need to visit the Cabana Beach Hut kiosk located by the Dolphin Spring Pool and show a valid key card to verify their stay. These boat rentals are for up to a half hour, and life vests are provided. Please note that since it is an outdoor activity on the water, Swan Paddle Boat rentals are weather dependent.
Paddling around in a Swan Boat is an entertaining activity that can be both relaxing and exerting at the same time. Honestly, it can take a surprising amount of physical effort to paddle those things! The next time you visit Disney World, keep an eye out for unique activities at your resort. Many of the resort hotels have sandwich boards around the lobby and other areas informing guests of the recreation and entertainment activities available. Whether you choose to do complimentary activities or splurge for one requiring a fee, there are a lot of ways to stay busy in Disney World (no park ticket necessary). Stay tuned to MouseHouseNews.net for more ideas for things to do and see around Walt Disney World. We’ll see ya real soon!
