Pride Journey Outdoors: Grande Lakes Orlando

Situated amid more than 500 exquisite acres, comprised of natural habitats, lakes, and a functioning farm, Grande Lakes Orlando is the perfect change of scenery to enjoy time with friends and family exploring central Florida’s lush nature and vast openness via unique activities such as fly fishing, mountain biking, kayaking, eco tours and more with Grande Lakes Sports.

A Grande Escape at JW Marriott and The Ritz-Carlton, Grande Lakes Orlando

Bringing five-star luxury, sustainability, and unparalleled recreational experiences to a coveted Central Florida location, Grande Lakes is an enchanting retreat in the heart of Orlando and the perfect drive-to destination to get away from it all. Anchored by The Ritz-Carlton and JW Marriott luxury hotels, the resort offers an oasis of 500 lush acres to explore, including gourmet garden dining, championship golf, and unique leisure activities for families, couples and friend groups.

Get outside and enjoy Grande Lakes extensive outdoor and sports offerings:

• Golf on 18-hole Greg Norman Signature Golf Course - Located on one of Central Florida's most naturally diverse and beautiful ecological sites, The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club at Grande Lakes Orlando is the region's premier golfing destination. Hit the links while taking in the stunning scenery of our certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary golf course, which is home to a thriving ecosystem of ponds, wetlands, live oaks, and cypress heads.

• Pools and Cabanas - There’s something for everyone at Grande Lakes’ three expansive pools including a family-friendly aquatic obstacle course, a lazy river, and an adults-only pool deck with hot tub.

• Eco-Tours - Paddle through Old Florida's Shingle Creek on your own canoe, led by a Florida Master Naturalist.

• Fly Fishing - Take to one of Grande Lake Orlando’s eleven private lakes, including the 48 acre Shingle Lake, for fishing and angling excursions with the award-winning fishing master, Captain Mark Benson.

• Mountain Biking - Traverse the two-mile biking trail by Hidden Lake on the resort grounds to encounter wildlife and the animal residents of Grande Lakes along the way.

• Falconry - Get up close to birds of prey and experience one of the world's oldest traditions. Take a falconry class to learn about the history, "walk with a hawk," and learn how to call down and interact with falcons in the field.

• Sunrise Safari - Take a ride on the wild side with an early-morning two-hour tour of the resort's 500-acre campus. Hop aboard an all-terrain golf cart led by a certified Florida Master Naturalist to observe and encounter the wildlife of Grande Lakes, including whitetail deer, bobcats, alligators, and owls.

• Kayak and Pedal Boating - Rent your own kayak and paddle through the scenic waters of one of the properties various lakes.

• Tennis - Indulge in some friendly competition or take an evening lesson on one of three lighted tennis courts.

Grande Escape Package Details

• Enjoy 15% off Orlando's Most Luxurious Rooms & Suites

• $25 daily resort credit

• Complimentary parking

• A total of $110 savings per day

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