
Science school trips to Florida
£2069 to £2570
A typical school trip to Florida cost is £2069 to £2570 per person, depending on time of travel, transport, accommodation and inclusions.
With its combination of exciting excursions, our STEM-based school trips to Florida offers an excellent learning opportunity for your students. Suitable for both KS3 and KS4, STEM trips to Florida bring together the best of Orlando’s theme parks with incredible science excursions such as the Kennedy Space Centre and a Boggy Creek Airboat Ride.
SUGGESTED ITINERARIES
- Depart the UK and travel to Florida
- Evening meal at local restaurant
- Evening at leisure

- Kennedy Space Centre
- WonderWorks
- Evening meal at local restaurant

- Disney's Magic Kingdom
- Evening meal voucher – quick-service restaurant

- Day trip to Universal Studios (park hopper between Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure)
- Evening meal at Hard Rock Cafe
- Universal CityWalk
- Disney Educational Programme
- Disney EPCOT Center
- Disney Springs
- Evening meal at Disney Springs

- Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- Evening meal voucher – quick-service restaurant
- Boggy Creek Airboat Ride OR Orlando Science Center
- Shopping mall visit to Florida Mall or Orlando Premium Outlets
- Overnight flight home

- Arrive back in the UK

GCSE Science
Students can explore key topics including:
- Space science, satellite technology and the future of human spaceflight.
- Forces, motion and propulsion systems through rocket engineering.
- Energy transfer and renewable technologies used in modern aerospace programmes.
- Ecology and biodiversity in Florida's wetlands, coastal environments and marine habitats.
- Climate science, weather systems and the impact of human activity on fragile ecosystems.
- Scientific investigation, observation and data collection techniques.
A-Level Biology
Students can deepen their understanding of:
- Biodiversity and conservation in subtropical ecosystems.
- Adaptation, natural selection and ecological succession.
- Marine biology and coastal ecology.
- Human impact on habitats and sustainable environmental management.
- Fieldwork techniques and ecological sampling methods.
A-Level Physics
Florida provides excellent opportunities to investigate:
- Newton's Laws of Motion and rocket propulsion.
- Gravitational fields and orbital mechanics.
- Electromagnetic communications and satellite technology.
- Energy generation, storage and transfer.
- Materials science and engineering challenges in space exploration.
A-Level Chemistry
Students can study:
- The chemistry of fuels and combustion.
- Advanced materials used in aerospace engineering.
- Atmospheric chemistry and environmental sustainability.
- Water quality, pollution and environmental monitoring.
STEM & Engineering Learning
Florida is one of the world's leading STEM destinations. Students can gain insights into:
- Aerospace engineering.
- Robotics and automation.
- Computer modelling and simulations.
- Artificial intelligence applications in space exploration.
- Innovation and technological problem-solving.
- Careers in science, engineering and technology industries.
Careers Education
This trip helps students explore career pathways in:
- Aerospace Engineering
- Space Science
- Environmental Science
- Marine Biology
- Physics
- Data Science
- Robotics
- Artificial Intelligence
- Computer Engineering
- Scientific Research
Features
ACCOMMODATION

Located on Florida's famous International Drive, the Rosen Inn International hotel is a great option for groups who want to be close to Florida's attractions. Expect exceptional facilities and accommodation standards — all within a short coach journey from Walt Disney World and Universal Studios.
- Free Wi-Fi
- En suite rooms
- 24-hour security
- Swimming pools and games room

Located on Florida's famous International Drive, the Rosen Inn International hotel is a great option for groups who want to be close to Florida's attractions. Expect exceptional facilities and accommodation standards — all within a short coach journey from Walt Disney World and Universal Studios.
- Free Wi-Fi
- En suite rooms
- 24-hour security
- Swimming pools and games room
Excursions

Kennedy Space Centre
One of our favourite excursions in Orlando, the Kennedy Space Centre promises to engage your students’ imaginations with a unique opportunity to tour NASA’s launch and landing facilities up close. Here, students will experience interactive simulators, live shows and encounters with rockets they’ll never forget – all as they develop their learning of space travel.

Disney's Epcot Centre
Dedicated to technological innovation, Epcot is one of the four main Disney parks and is the most educational in the complex, with several different sections centred on different applications of technology and science. We’ve seen students enjoy the park’s World Showcase in particular, which highlights the culture, cuisine, architecture, and traditions of 11 nations.

Wonder Works
Combine education and entertainment effortlessly at Wonder Works, which is full of learning exhibits that we’ve seen challenge students’ minds and pique their curiosity. With over 100 interactive exhibits, school groups can feel the power of hurricane-force winds, make huge bubbles and even experience zero gravity in the Astronaut Training Gyro. A must-visit for science students, but an excursion that everyone will enjoy.

Disney's Hollywood Studios
Take your students on a well-deserved escape to Disney’s® Hollywood Studios on this excursion, where epic excitement awaits you at every corner. From Star Wars to Toy Story, The Incredibles and Monsters Inc, this theme park is jam-packed with Hollywood-themed attractions we know they’ll love.

Disney's Animal Kingdom
Explore wildlife from the Earth’s contrasting continents at Disney's Animal Kingdom, which includes themed areas based on the majestic lands of Asia and Africa. Home to a vast collection of wildlife in an ambient setting, Disney’s Animal Kingdom gives your students the unforgettable experiences of seeing a family of gorillas, a tribe of lions and a crash of rhinos – one of the most endangered species in the world – up close.

Universal Studios Orlando
Immerse yourself in the world of blockbuster movies at Universal Studios, where adrenaline fuelled rides, live shows and attractions bring the world’s most beloved films to life. Students will love the chance to visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, travel to another planet with E.T., and zap aliens with the Men In Black.

Florida Mall
Located a short drive from Orlando International Airport and Walt Disney World®, the Florida Mall is a great excuse for some retail therapy, away from the hustle and bustle of the theme parks. Students can spend an afternoon or morning browsing through its vast array of retail outlets – from ZARA and H&M, to Sephora and the Apple Store.

Disney World Park Tickets
Jump into the extraordinary world of Disney at Walt Disney World in Orlando – a huge entertainment resort complex hailed the “Most Magical Place on Earth”. Here, students can explore the most popular theme park in the world – Disney’s Magic Kingdom – as well as Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, Epcot and two water parks: Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon.

Disney's Magic Kingdom
The world’s most popular and well-known theme park, Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World® will bring all of your group’s childhood dreams to life! Take your pick from over 40 rides and attractions, with different themed areas and shopping outlets. We’ve seen dozens of everlasting memories created here.

Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park
An exhilarating experience awaits at the unique waterpark of Blizzard Beach, which has several attractions atop the hill of Mount Gushmore, all based around snowsports. Slalom courses, bobsled and toboggan runs have paved the way for downhill waterslides, while the ski lift carries swimmers instead of skiers. We recommend a ride on Summit Plummet – the tallest, fastest free-fall slide in the world, towering 120 feet above the park.

Kennedy Space Centre
One of our favourite excursions in Orlando, the Kennedy Space Centre promises to engage your students’ imaginations with a unique opportunity to tour NASA’s launch and landing facilities up close. Here, students will experience interactive simulators, live shows and encounters with rockets they’ll never forget – all as they develop their learning of space travel.

Disney's Epcot Centre
Dedicated to technological innovation, Epcot is one of the four main Disney parks and is the most educational in the complex, with several different sections centred on different applications of technology and science. We’ve seen students enjoy the park’s World Showcase in particular, which highlights the culture, cuisine, architecture, and traditions of 11 nations.

Wonder Works
Combine education and entertainment effortlessly at Wonder Works, which is full of learning exhibits that we’ve seen challenge students’ minds and pique their curiosity. With over 100 interactive exhibits, school groups can feel the power of hurricane-force winds, make huge bubbles and even experience zero gravity in the Astronaut Training Gyro. A must-visit for science students, but an excursion that everyone will enjoy.

Disney's Hollywood Studios
Take your students on a well-deserved escape to Disney’s® Hollywood Studios on this excursion, where epic excitement awaits you at every corner. From Star Wars to Toy Story, The Incredibles and Monsters Inc, this theme park is jam-packed with Hollywood-themed attractions we know they’ll love.

Disney's Animal Kingdom
Explore wildlife from the Earth’s contrasting continents at Disney's Animal Kingdom, which includes themed areas based on the majestic lands of Asia and Africa. Home to a vast collection of wildlife in an ambient setting, Disney’s Animal Kingdom gives your students the unforgettable experiences of seeing a family of gorillas, a tribe of lions and a crash of rhinos – one of the most endangered species in the world – up close.

Universal Studios Orlando
Immerse yourself in the world of blockbuster movies at Universal Studios, where adrenaline fuelled rides, live shows and attractions bring the world’s most beloved films to life. Students will love the chance to visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, travel to another planet with E.T., and zap aliens with the Men In Black.

Florida Mall
Located a short drive from Orlando International Airport and Walt Disney World®, the Florida Mall is a great excuse for some retail therapy, away from the hustle and bustle of the theme parks. Students can spend an afternoon or morning browsing through its vast array of retail outlets – from ZARA and H&M, to Sephora and the Apple Store.

Disney World Park Tickets
Jump into the extraordinary world of Disney at Walt Disney World in Orlando – a huge entertainment resort complex hailed the “Most Magical Place on Earth”. Here, students can explore the most popular theme park in the world – Disney’s Magic Kingdom – as well as Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, Epcot and two water parks: Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon.

Disney's Magic Kingdom
The world’s most popular and well-known theme park, Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World® will bring all of your group’s childhood dreams to life! Take your pick from over 40 rides and attractions, with different themed areas and shopping outlets. We’ve seen dozens of everlasting memories created here.

Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park
An exhilarating experience awaits at the unique waterpark of Blizzard Beach, which has several attractions atop the hill of Mount Gushmore, all based around snowsports. Slalom courses, bobsled and toboggan runs have paved the way for downhill waterslides, while the ski lift carries swimmers instead of skiers. We recommend a ride on Summit Plummet – the tallest, fastest free-fall slide in the world, towering 120 feet above the park.
Trip details
All Equity packages are tailor-made to suit the needs of our groups. Here are our standard package inclusions:
- Return travel by air (air packages include overseas airport transfer. Coach to UK airport from school is available as an optional extra)
- All security charges, airport and local taxes
- 1 free staff place for every 10 full paying passengers by air
- Half-board accommodation
- Excursions
- 24-hour emergency service support
- All travel documentation, luggage labels and resort information
- ESTAs / Visas. Electronic VISA Waivers (ESTAs) are compulsory for all British passport holders travelling to the USA. Travellers with non-British passports may require a full VISA for travel
- Meals en-route. While travelling to and from your destination you need to consider meals. These are not included in the package prices. Meals are provided on flights
- Tipping. Tipping is customary in North America and is not included in our packages.
- Air passenger duty. Any paying passengers over the age of 16 at time of travel will be charged a small tax fee.
Prices are subject to change based on intended dates of travel and final numbers, the Equity team are here to offer you advice and guidance from start to finish, ensuring your school trip runs smoothly and is a great success.
Travel by: Air
Nearest airport: Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Transfer time from airport: 20mins
Best times to travel: Year round
Suggested tour length: 8 days, 6 nights
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