Paddle a clear tandem kayak to Crystal River springs in a small group
2 Hours
Up to 10 people
Guided tour, Clear tandem kayak
Explore Kings Bay in Crystal River on a 2-hour guided clear kayak tour during manatee season (November–March). Paddle to two different springs and keep an eye out for manatees and other wildlife.
All kayaks are tandem, with a 425 lb limit per kayak and 250 lb per seat. You must have upper-body mobility and be able to paddle; this tour is not recommended for pregnant women in their third trimester. This tour does not paddle inside Three Sisters Springs, and you will not swim with manatees.
Guide gratuities are recommended and typically given in cash—clarify expected amounts with Greetwell before booking.
All sales final; no cancellations unless specified otherwise. If there is unsafe weather, you can reschedule or get a full refund.
Join a small group of up to 10 paddlers.
No. This tour does not paddle inside Three Sisters Springs, and you will not swim with manatees.
Stay within 425 lb per kayak total and 250 lb per seat. All kayaks are tandem.
Kings Bay Park 268 NW 3rd St, Crystal River, FL 34428
Get Up And Go Kayaking delivers exactly what manatee-seekers hope for, with guests consistently spotting numerous manatees during their tours. The experience seems especially magical during evening trips when these gentle giants are most active. What really stands out is how the guides, particularly Yas (mentioned repeatedly by happy visitors), have an impressive talent for tracking down wildlife and ensuring everyone gets up-close encounters. The tour guides earn nearly universal praise for being friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in making sure every paddler has a memorable time. They balance humor with helpful instruction, making first-time kayakers feel comfortable while keeping the group entertained. Cameron also gets a shout-out for his patience and interactive approach. Travelers appreciate that the guides go beyond just leading the tour—they actively work to maximize wildlife sightings and create a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere on the water. It's clear this operator knows Crystal River's waterways intimately and consistently delivers the manatee encounters people travel here to experience.
Amazing experience with Get Up And Go Kayaking at Three Sisters Springs! The springs were beautiful and the whole tour was very well organized. Huge thanks to Justin, our tour guide, for being friendly, knowledgeable, and making the trip fun. Also appreciate Cameron for helping with the booking process over the phone and making everything easy. Highly recommend!
Subhashith Reddy
May 24, 2026
Amazing experience with Get Up And Go Kayaking at Three Sisters Springs! The springs were beautiful and the whole tour was very well organized. Huge thanks to Justin, our tour guide, for being friendly, knowledgeable, and making the trip fun. Also appreciate Cameron for helping with the booking process over the phone and making everything easy. Highly recommend!
Subhashith Reddy
May 24, 2026