Rent a clear kayak or paddle board for 2 hours on the Rainbow River
2 Hours
Up to 2 people
Kayak/board, paddle, life jacket
Paddle the Rainbow River for 2 hours with a clear kayak or paddle board rental at Rainbow Springs. Choose your vessel, gear up, and head out for an intimate water experience.
You must be 18+ to book. Guests under 14 must ride with an adult, and all minors must have an adult 18+ present on the river. Clear kayaks hold up to 2 people with a 400 lb limit per vessel (250 lb per rider), and paddle boards have a 350 lb limit.
Free changes/cancellation up to 24 hours before start for a full refund. The company may cancel due to severe/inclement weather. Late arrivals start at the scheduled time. Late returns are charged $15 for every 15 mins past scheduled return time.
Plan to arrive 30–60 minutes before your start time because parking is limited and weekends fill up early. If you don’t have a parking spot, you can park at Winn Dixie and shuttle in.
Bring water in a reusable bottle (no plastic), quick-dry clothing, sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.
You must be 18+ to book. Guests under 14 must ride with an adult, and all minors must have an adult (18+) present with them on the river.
19158 S.W. 81st Place Road Dunnellon FL 34432
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.
Amazing experience with Florida Springs Kayaking! The clear kayak was in perfect condition, and Sara was extremely attentive and helpful from beginning to end. She delivered the kayak quickly and was even kind enough to send us photos and videos afterward. Such thoughtful service and a great overall experience. Super recommend!
Luciana Graff
May 19, 2026
Amazing experience with Florida Springs Kayaking! The clear kayak was in perfect condition, and Sara was extremely attentive and helpful from beginning to end. She delivered the kayak quickly and was even kind enough to send us photos and videos afterward. Such thoughtful service and a great overall experience. Super recommend!
Luciana Graff
May 19, 2026