You will most likely burn more calories than you ever thought possible by simply strolling through the theme parks. Nevertheless, if you want some exercise other than walking the parks, Walt Disney World and the surrounding areas have plenty of recreational options. Most of those that are listed below are open to everyone, no matter where you're staying. The prices listed don't include tax unless otherwise noted. For further information about WDW recreational facilities, call tel. 407/939-7529, or on the Internet go to www.disneyworld.com and click the "recreation" link.

Airboating--You can giddy-up-and-glide across the surface of local waters at Boggy Creek Airboat Rides in Kissimmee (tel. 407/344-9550; www.bcairboats.com), where you'll pay $18 per adult and $13 per child for half-hour tours. Another choice is Old Fashioned Airboat Rides in Christmas, east of Orlando (tel. 407/568-4307; www.airboatrides.com), which charges $35 per adult and $15 per child for 90 minutes.

Ballooning--There are several places in the area to experience an early-morning hot-air balloon flight, including Orange Blossom Balloons in Lake Buena Vista (tel. 407/239-7677; www.orangeblossomballoons.com) and Blue Water Balloons in Orlando (tel. 800/586-1884 or 407/894-5040; www.bluewaterballoons.com). Rates run about $165 per person and include a champagne toast at the conclusion of the flight and a breakfast buffet or picnic afterward.

Bicycling--Bike rentals (single and multispeed bikes for adults, tandems, baby seats, and children's bikes including those equipped with training wheels) are available from the Bike Barn (tel. 407/824-2742) at Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground. Rates are $8 per hour, $22 per day. Fort Wilderness offers good bike trails.

Boating--With a ton of manmade lakes and lagoons, WDW owns a navy of pleasure boats. Capt. Jack's at Downtown Disney rents Water Sprites and canopy boats ($22-$35 per half hour). For information call tel. 407/828-2204.

The Bike Barn at Fort Wilderness (tel. 407/824-2742) rents canoes and paddleboats ($6.50 per half hour, $12 per hour).

Fishing--Disney offers a variety of fishing excursions on the various Disney lakes, including Bay Lake and Seven Seas Lagoon. The lakes are stocked, so you may catch something, but true anglers probably won't find it much of a challenge. The excursions can be arranged 2 to 90 days in advance by calling tel. 407/824-2621. A license isn't required. The fee is $165 to $195 for up to five people for 2 hours ($80 for each additional hour), including refreshments, gear, guide, and tax. Bait is purchased separately for $15.

A less-expensive alternative: Rent fishing poles at the Bike Barn (tel. 407/824-2742) to fish in the Fort Wilderness canals. Pole rentals cost $6 per hour, $10 per day. Bait is $3.50. A license isn't necessary.

Outside the realm, A Pro Bass Guide Service (tel. 800/771-9676 or 407/877-9676; www.probassguideservice.com) offers guided bass fishing trips along some of central Florida's most picturesque rivers and lakes. Hotel pickup is available; the cost is $225 for 2 people per half day, $325 for a full day.

Golf--Walt Disney World operates five 18-hole, par-72 golf courses and one 9-hole, par-36 walking course. All are open to the public and offer pro shops, equipment rentals, and instruction. The rates are $109 to $175 per 18-hole round for resort guests ($5 more if you're not staying at a WDW property). Twilight specials are available. For tee times and information, call tel. 407/824-2270 up to 7 days in advance (up to 30 days for Disney resort and "official" property guests). Call tel. 407/934-7639 for information about golf packages.

Beyond Mickey's shadow, try Celebration Golf Club, which has an 18-hole regulation course (greens fees $35-$115) and a 3-hole junior course for 5 to 9 year olds (tel. 888/275-2918 or 407/566-4653; www.celebrationgolf.com). Champions Gate offers 36 holes designed by Greg Norman (tel. 407/787-4653; www.championsgategolf.com), where greens fees will set you back $82 to $125. Orange County National has 36 Phil Ritson-designed holes (tel. 407/656-2626; www.orangecountynationalgolf.com); greens fees run $50 to $135.

Golf magazine recognized the 45 holes designed by Jack Nicklaus at the Villas of Grand Cypress resort as among the best in the nation. Tee times begin at 8am daily. Special rates are available for children under 18. For information call tel. 407/239-1909. The course is generally restricted to guests or guests of guests (an average of $175 per round), but there's limited play available to those not staying at the resort. Fees begin at $225.

Also consider Golfpac (tel. 888/848-8941 or 407/260-2288; www.golfpacinc.com), an organization that packages golf vacations with accommodations and other features and prearranges tee times at more than 40 Orlando-area courses. The earlier you call (months, if possible), the better your options. Tee Times USA (tel. 888/465-3356; www.teetimesusa.com) and Florida Golfing (tel. 866/833-2663; www.floridagolfing.com) are two other reservation services that offer packages and course information.

Hayrides--The hay wagon departs Pioneer Hall at Disney's Fort Wilderness nightly at 7 and 9:30pm for 45-minute old-fashioned hayrides with singing, jokes, and games. The cost is $8 for adults, $4 for children ages 3 to 10. An adult must accompany children under 12. No reservations; it's first-come, first-served. Call tel. 407/824-2832.

Hiking--The Nature Conservancy's Disney Wilderness Preserve (tel. 407/682-3664; www.nature.org/florida) is a 12,000-acre, little discovered getaway from the theme-park madness. It has 7 miles of trails at the headwaters of the Everglades ecosystem, just south of Orlando. Admission costs $2 adults, and $1 for kids ages 6 to 17. It's open Monday through Friday in summer from 9am to 5pm; it's open daily from 9am to 5pm the rest of the year. The preserve also features periodic buggy rides ($10 adults, $5 kids).

Horseback Riding--b>Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground offers 45-minute guided trail rides several times a day. The cost is $32 per person. Children must be at least 9 years old. Maximum rider weight is 250 pounds. For information and reservations up to 30 days in advance, call tel. 407/824-2832.

The Villas of Grand Cypress opens its equestrian center to outsiders. You can go on a 45-minute walk-trot trail ride (offered four times daily) for $45. A 30-minute private lesson is $55; an hour's lesson is $100. Call tel. 407/239-4700 and ask for the equestrian center.

Horsedrawn Carriage Rides--In 2002, Disney added carriage rides at two locations around the World, Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground and the Port Orleans Resort (tel. 407/824-2832). The 30-minute rides cost $30 for up to four people.

Jogging--Many of the Disney resorts have scenic jogging trails. For instance, the Yacht and Beach Club resorts share a 2-mile trail; the Caribbean Beach Resort's 1.4-mile promenade circles a lake; Port Orleans has a 1.7-mile riverfront trail; and Fort Wilderness's tree-shaded 2.3-mile jogging path has exercise stations about every quarter-mile. Pick up a jogging trail map at any Disney property's Guest Services desk.

Parasailing--The Sammy Duvall Watersports Centre (tel. 407/939-0754; www.sammyduvall.com) at Disney's Contemporary Resort will take you up to 600 feet above Seven Seas Lagoon and Bay Lake on a flight that lasts 8 to 12 minutes. The cost ranges from $85 to $155.

Surfing--It's true. The creative minds at Disney have added a way for you to learn how to catch a wave and "hang ten" at the Typhoon Lagoon water park . Tuesdays and Fridays, instructors from Carroll's Cocoa Beach Surfing School show up for an early-bird session in the namesake lagoon, which has a wave machine capable of 8-footers. The 2 1/2-hour sessions are held before the park opens to the general public. They're limited to 14 people. Minimum age is 8. The $125 cost doesn't include park admission, which you have to pay if you want to hang around after the lesson (tel. 407/939-7529).

Swimming--The YMCA Aquatic Center has a full fitness center, racquetball courts, and an indoor Olympic-size pool. Admission is $10 per person, $25 for families. It's at 8422 International Dr. For information call tel. 407/363-1911.

Swimming with the Manatees --An organization called Oceanic Society Expeditions (tel. 800/326-7491 or 415/441-1106; www.oceanic-society.org) offers a once-a-year swim-with-the-manatees program (usually in Jan.) in the Crystal River area, 2 hours west of Disney. A biologist leads 5-day trips from Orlando for up to 11 people. Activities include swimming with these gentle, slow-moving marine mammals, snorkeling the area's springs and manatee haunts, and an excursion to a facility for injured and orphaned wildlife. The cost is about $1,100 including excursions, room, and most meals. Reserve as far in advance as possible, but note that the trips can be cancelled if the society doesn't get a full group of takers.

Tennis--There are 22 lighted tennis courts scattered throughout the Disney properties. They're free and open to resort guests on a first-come, first-served basis. Call tel. 407/824-2270 to make reservations or for more information. The Racquet Club at the Contemporary Resort has six clay courts, all lighted for evening play, and offers lessons ($40-$70; the price depends on the duration of the lesson).

Water-Skiing--Water-skiing trips (including boats, drivers, equipment, and instruction) can be arranged Tuesday through Saturday at Walt Disney World by calling tel. 407/824-2621 or 407/939-0754. Make reservations up to 14 days in advance. The cost for skiing is $125 per hour for up to five people. Wakeboarding is $130 for up to four people. You also can wakeboard and ski at the Sammy Duvall Watersports Centre at Disney's Contemporary Resort (tel. 407/939-0754; www.sammyduvall.com); it costs $80 for 30 minutes, $140 for 60 minutes.

Outside Disney, you can get some time behind a boat or at the end of an overhead cable at the Orlando Watersports Complex, which has lights for nighttime thrill seekers. The complex is located close to Orlando International Airport (8615 Florida Rock Rd.). Prices for skiing, including lessons, begin at about $45 an hour for a cable and $75 a half-hour behind a boat. For information call tel. 407/251-3100 or on the Internet go to www.orlandowatersports.com.