Paddle a clear glow kayak at sunset with free photos
2.5 Hours
Up to 10 people
Clear glow kayak, guide, photos
Explore Crystal River at sunset, then switch on glow lights for a clear-kayak night paddle. During manatee season, you’ll paddle toward Three Sisters Springs and Kings Bay with a local guide.
Arrive 30 minutes early for a required Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission video and waivers.
Full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours in advance. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
Arrive 30 minutes before your reservation time.
Yes. You must watch a short Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission video and sign waivers before you head out.
Bring a reusable water bottle (free filtered water is available), sunglasses, layers for cooler evening temperatures, and a towel and change of clothes.
Petes Pier: 1 SW 1st Pl, Crystal River, FL 34429
Guides like Kyle, Heavenly, Lily, and Kaitlyn have earned a loyal following here, and it's easy to see why. Reviewers consistently praise their deep local knowledge, patient instruction, and genuine enthusiasm for the Crystal River area. First-time kayakers mention feeling completely at ease, and the guides go out of their way to find manatees, scout swimming spots, and snap photos along the way. The clear-bottom kayaks and well-maintained gear get regular shoutouts too. The Springs themselves seem to do a lot of the heavy lifting, with visitors describing the water as unlike anything they've seen before. Manatee sightings come up repeatedly, even outside peak season, which speaks to how well the guides know the waterways. One reviewer noted the team proactively rescheduled a tour due to rain rather than pushing through, which says something about how the operation is run. With a near-perfect rating across hundreds of reviews, this one is hard to talk yourself out of booking.
Such a great experience!! The staff was wonderful!! It was raining so they called and we rescheduled to the next tour time!! Kyle was the BEST!!! So friendly, patient with everyone, good instruction & info!
Lori Barret
May 24, 2026
Such a great experience!! The staff was wonderful!! It was raining so they called and we rescheduled to the next tour time!! Kyle was the BEST!!! So friendly, patient with everyone, good instruction & info!
Lori Barret
May 24, 2026