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    Crystal River 3-Hour Kayak & Paddleboard Rental

    Paddle Near Three Sisters Springs by Kayak or Paddleboard

    4.9 stars• 3.7K reviews

    Duration

    3 hrs

    Includes

    Kayak/paddleboard, life vest

    Highlights

    Paddle Crystal River waterways from a launch close to Three Sisters Springs. Get a brief safety overview before heading out in your choice of rental.

    • Explore waterways near Three Sisters Springs
    • Paddle a single or tandem sit-on-top kayak with elevated seating and back support
    • Try a standard or hybrid paddleboard
    • Use the ADA ramp to access the launch

    What's Included

    • Kayak or paddleboard
    • Life vest
    • Paddle
    • Safety equipment
    • Area map for kayak rentals
    • Instructor safety overview

    Important details

    • Arrive 30 minutes before your start time to watch the required Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission video and sign waivers
    • Ages 3+ only; minors require an adult age 18+ on the water
    • Pair children ages 3–12 with a rider age 13+ in tandem kayaks
    • Single kayaks and standard paddleboards are single-rider vessels for ages 12+
    • Hybrid paddleboards accommodate one rider or a parent with one child ages 3–7
    • Weight limits: 325 lbs for single kayaks, 525 lbs total for tandem kayaks, and 250 lbs for paddleboards
    • Provide a properly sized Coast Guard-approved life jacket for children under 30 lbs
    • Three Sisters Springs is closed to kayaks from November 15 through March 31 during manatee season
    • A $7.50 per-person marina launch fee and a $10 per-vehicle parking fee are not included in the listed price
    • A credit card processing fee applies; the amount is not specified

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 30 minutes before start for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 30 minutes of the start time.

    Product ID: FE6RYG

    FAQs

    Plan for extra charges: a $7.50 per person marina launch fee charged at checkout, and a $10 parking fee per vehicle charged on arrival. You’ll receive a bracelet that you need to launch at the marina.

    Watch a short Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) video and sign waivers before you go out.

    Wear a bathing suit or comfortable clothing. Bring sunscreen, a hat, polarized sunglasses, a towel, and dry clothes.

    Meeting details

    Paddles Outdoor Rentals, 1 Southwest 1st Place, Crystal River, FL 34429

    Experience provided by Paddles Outdoor Rentals

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    Single Kayak

    $55.08

    Single Rider up to 325 pounds (Ages 12 and up)

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    Tandem Kayak

    $75.39

    Two Riders up to 525 pounds total

    0

    Standard Paddleboard

    $60.88

    Single Rider up 250 pounds (Ages 12 and up)

    0

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    3.7K reviews•Google Maps
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    Guides like Jax, Cyprus, John, and Ayana are name-dropped constantly in these reviews, which tells you something about how personally invested the staff are in making tours memorable. Jax in particular gets praised for her wildlife knowledge and the genuine care she brings to the experience, setting realistic expectations while somehow delivering more than promised. That combination of expertise and warmth seems to be the standard here, not the exception. The tours center around the Three Sisters Springs area, where paddlers encounter manatees, turtles, and the occasional alligator in crystal-clear water. There are even nighttime glow tours for those wanting something a little different. The operation runs smoothly, with a quick and easy sign-in process and guides who keep groups together and moving without making it feel rushed. With a near-perfect rating across thousands of reviews, the consistency here is hard to argue with. This works well for all skill levels, the natural setting is genuinely stunning, and the staff clearly love what they do. If you're visiting the area and want a water-based wildlife experience that feels intimate rather than touristy, this one is worth putting at the top of your list.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Had so much fun. Everyone was really nice & we saw Manatees 🤩

    Photo of Regina Waag

    Regina Waag

    August 30, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Had so much fun. Everyone was really nice & we saw Manatees 🤩

    Photo of Regina Waag

    Regina Waag

    August 30, 2026

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