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    5-Mile Silver River Paddle from Silver Springs State Park

    Explore clear spring water and wild riverbanks on a downstream paddle

    5.0 stars• 281 reviews

    Duration

    4–5 hrs

    Ideal For

    Up to 10 people

    Includes

    Life jackets, dry bags

    Highlights

    Paddle a kayak or paddleboard along the entire Silver River, from Silver Springs State Park to Ray Wayside Park. Follow the gentle current for approximately five miles, with time to slow down, take photos and enjoy the scenery.

    • Look beneath the surface for fish, aquatic vegetation, submerged trees and natural spring features
    • Watch for turtles, anhingas and alligators, with possible sightings of manatees, river otters or wild rhesus monkeys
    • Explore increasingly peaceful, undeveloped surroundings as you travel farther from the headspring

    What's Included

    • Life jackets
    • Dry bags
    • Cell phone cases
    • Seat cushions

    Important details

    • Children under 14 must ride with an adult. All minors require an adult age 18 or older with them on the river.
    • Clear kayak weight limits: 400 lbs per boat and 250 lbs per rider. Paddleboard weight limit: 350 lbs.
    • Bring the credit card used for booking and an ID with the same name for check-in.
    • Park entry and launch fees are separate charges and are not included in the listed price.
    • Late equipment returns incur an additional charge of $15 for every 15 minutes past your scheduled return time.
    • Use reusable containers for everything you bring; plastic containers are not allowed.
    • Arrive 30–60 minutes before your start time, as parking can be limited during peak times.

    Cancellation Policy

    Make changes or cancel at least 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If the operator cancels due to severe or inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances, you'll receive a full refund or credit. No-shows are charged the full price. Late arrival reduces your rental time. Late equipment returns incur an additional $15 charge for every 15 minutes past your scheduled return time.

    Product ID: 375YFY

    FAQs

    Bring water to stay hydrated, a camera and a towel. Use reusable, non-plastic containers for your water.

    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

    $141.25

    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

    $113

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

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    Review summary

    5.0
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    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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