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    Silver Springs State Park 3-Hour Clear Kayak Rental

    Paddle Silver Springs State Park in a clear kayak or on a paddleboard

    5.0 stars• 281 reviews

    Duration

    3 Hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 2 people

    Includes

    Clear kayak, paddle, life jacket

    Highlights

    Explore Silver Springs State Park from the water with a clear kayak or paddleboard rental. Take in views above the surface, with underwater views available from the transparent kayak.

    • Explore Silver Springs State Park at your own pace
    • Choose a clear kayak or paddleboard for your time on the water
    • Look below the surface through the transparent kayak
    • Spot local wildlife along the river

    What's Included

    • Clear kayak or paddleboard
    • Paddle
    • Life jacket
    • Dry bag
    • Goggles
    • Water
    • Cell phone case
    • Seat cushion

    Important details

    • Arrive 30–60 minutes before your start time, especially on weekends when parking fills early
    • A booking adult must be age 18 or older
    • An adult age 18 or older must accompany all minors on the river; children under 14 must ride with an adult
    • Clear kayaks hold up to 2 people, with a 400 lb limit per vessel and 250 lb limit per rider
    • Paddleboards hold 1 person, have a 350 lb weight limit, and are best suited for ages 14 and up
    • Bring the credit card used for booking and a matching valid photo ID
    • Sign a liability waiver before renting
    • Wear the provided U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket while on the water
    • Bring water in reusable containers only; plastic containers are not permitted

    Cancellation Policy

    Receive a full refund when you cancel or make changes at least 24 hours before start. Rentals may be canceled due to severe or inclement weather. Your rental time starts at the scheduled time if you arrive late. Late returns incur $15 for every 15 minutes past the scheduled return time.

    Product ID: 8NC6NB

    FAQs

    Arrive 30–60 minutes before your start time because parking can be limited at peak times (especially on weekends). Plan to be checked in by your scheduled reservation time.

    You must be 18 or older to book. Guests under 14 must ride with an adult, and all minors must have an adult (18+) present with them on the river. Children 14 and older can use a kayak or paddleboard with an adult (18+).

    Wear quick-dry clothing and water shoes, and bring a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses. Bring plenty of water. You can also bring snorkel gear, a camera, and a towel.

    Meeting details

    Silver Springs State Park, 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488

    Experience provided by Florida Springs Kayaking

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    Clear Kayak

    $113

    Price is per boat. Max 2 people. 400 lb weight limit per vessel, 250 lb per rider. Guests under 14 must ride with an adult.

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    ROC Paddle board

    $79.10

    1 person per board. Best suited for guests 14 and up. 350 lb weight limit

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    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    281 reviews•Google Maps
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    Sara is the heart of this operation, and reviewer after reviewer makes that clear. She handles everything from booking to launch with genuine care, offers route advice to work with the currents, and even sticks around to chat and share photos afterward. Her clear kayaks get consistent praise for being cleaner and better maintained than competitors, which matters a lot when you're trying to see what's beneath the water. The wildlife encounters here are genuinely impressive. Reviewers mention manatees, otters, turtles, eagles, alligators, monkeys, and nesting birds, across multiple springs including the Rainbow River. The crystal-clear kayaks make spotting all of it that much better. Pricing also comes up as a pleasant surprise compared to other local outfitters. If you're planning a Florida springs kayaking trip, the reviews paint a pretty consistent picture: excellent gear, attentive personal service, and memorable time on the water. There's nothing in the feedback that raises any real concerns, just a lot of happy paddlers saying they'd come back.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Sarah was an absolute amazing business owner. Was very personable and made the experience great. Wouldn’t definitely go again!

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    Shelbi Davis

    August 31, 2026

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    5/5

    Sarah was an absolute amazing business owner. Was very personable and made the experience great. Wouldn’t definitely go again!

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    Shelbi Davis

    August 31, 2026

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