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    Silver River Kayak Rental in Silver Springs State Park

    Drift 5 miles down the Silver River with instruction and a shuttle back to your car

    Duration

    4 hrs

    Includes

    Kayak, life preserver, shuttle

    Highlights

    Explore the Silver River on a self-guided downstream paddle in a sit-on-top kayak. Start with beginner-friendly instruction, then drift toward Ray Landing and look for Florida wildlife.

    • Paddle a 5-mile downstream route to Ray Landing
    • Learn basic kayaking technique and wildlife safety before launching
    • Look for monkeys, manatees, alligators, otters, and birds along the river
    • Bring drinking water, sunblock, a hat, wet shoes, and a change of clothes

    What's Included

    • Sit-on-top kayak
    • Paddle
    • Life preserver
    • Beginner kayaking instruction
    • Shuttle back to your car

    Important details

    • Arrive 30 minutes early to allow time to prepare and launch on time
    • Complete the required waiver before participating
    • No pets allowed
    • Ages 16+ may paddle without an adult; riders under 16 must share a tandem kayak with an adult
    • Weight limit 300 lbs for solo kayaks and 550 lbs combined for tandem kayaks
    • Wear a life jacket if under 18; life jackets are optional for adults
    • Expect park fees not included in the listed price: $2 admission per person and $4 launch fee per vessel
    • Expect a credit card processing fee not included in the listed price
    • Return on time; a $20 late fee per kayak applies for each additional 15 minutes on the water
    • Accept responsibility for rental equipment; missing or damaged items may be charged to the credit card on file

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with written cancellation at least 24 hours before start. No refunds or rescheduling for cancellations within 24 hours, no-shows, or exceeding equipment weight limits. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or any other reason.

    Product ID: 54XSSV

    FAQs

    Bring drinking water, sunblock, a hat, loose-fitting clothes, wet shoes or shoes that can get wet, and a change of clothes.

    You are responsible for rental equipment. Missing or damaged equipment may result in an additional charge.

    Meeting details

    Kayak staging area at the kayak launch, 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488

    Experience provided by Kayaking Florida

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