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    2-Hour Kayak Or Paddleboard Rental In Kings Bay

    Paddle Kings Bay for 2 hours with your choice of kayak or hybrid paddleboard

    5.0 stars• 642 reviews
    From$51/ kayakincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2 Hours

    Includes

    Life jacket, paddle, map

    Highlights

    Rent a single or double sit-on-top kayak, or a hybrid paddleboard, and explore Kings Bay at your own pace. Get a map briefing, optional paddling lesson, and the gear you need to launch.

    • Choose a single kayak, double kayak, or hybrid paddleboard
    • Review a thoroughly explained map with manatee sanctuaries and swim areas
    • Use a short paddling lesson if you want help getting started
    • Bring kids along in a double kayak with an available middle seat option
    • Arrive early to watch the required Florida Wildlife Commission safety video and sign waivers

    What's Included

    • Life jacket (sizes 35 lbs+)
    • Paddle
    • Small dry bag
    • Map of the area (thoroughly explained)
    • Short paddling lesson (if needed)

    Things to know

    Arrive 30 minutes before your reservation time; your 2-hour rental time starts at your booking time. Weight limits: single kayak 250 lbs, double kayak 500 lbs, hybrid paddleboard 225 lbs. Children 6 and under can ride in the middle of a double kayak for an additional $10.

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with at least 24 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.

    FAQs

    Arrive 30 minutes before your reservation time for check-in, waivers, and the required Florida Wildlife Commission safety video. If you complete the waiver ahead of time, arrive 15 minutes early. Your 2-hour rental time starts at your booked time.

    Bring a bottle of water, sunscreen, a hat or sunglasses, a towel, and a change of clothes. Bring bug spray if you want it.

    Single sit-on-top kayak: 250 lbs. Double sit-on-top kayak: 500 lbs total. Hybrid paddleboard: 225 lbs.

    Meeting details

    1 SW 1st Place Crystal River, FL 34429 (Pete’s Pier Marina)

    Experience provided by Kacey's Custom Adventures
    Experience provided by Kacey's Custom Adventures

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    Single Kayak

    $51.83

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    Double Kayak

    $63.35

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    Paddleboard

    $57.59

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    Snorkel Gear • Adult

    $17.28

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    Snorkel Gear • Child

    $17.28

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    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    642 reviews•Google Maps
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    Guides like Kyle, Heavenly, Lily, and Kaitlyn have earned a loyal following here, and it's easy to see why. Reviewers consistently praise their deep local knowledge, patient instruction, and genuine enthusiasm for the Crystal River area. First-time kayakers mention feeling completely at ease, and the guides go out of their way to find manatees, scout swimming spots, and snap photos along the way. The clear-bottom kayaks and well-maintained gear get regular shoutouts too. The Springs themselves seem to do a lot of the heavy lifting, with visitors describing the water as unlike anything they've seen before. Manatee sightings come up repeatedly, even outside peak season, which speaks to how well the guides know the waterways. One reviewer noted the team proactively rescheduled a tour due to rain rather than pushing through, which says something about how the operation is run. With a near-perfect rating across hundreds of reviews, this one is hard to talk yourself out of booking.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    Such a great experience!! The staff was wonderful!! It was raining so they called and we rescheduled to the next tour time!! Kyle was the BEST!!! So friendly, patient with everyone, good instruction & info!

    Photo of Lori Barret

    Lori Barret

    May 24, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Such a great experience!! The staff was wonderful!! It was raining so they called and we rescheduled to the next tour time!! Kyle was the BEST!!! So friendly, patient with everyone, good instruction & info!

    Photo of Lori Barret

    Lori Barret

    May 24, 2026

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