Guided Clear Kayak or Paddleboard Tour at Silver Springs
Paddle Silver Springs in a clear kayak and look for manatees and monkeys
Duration
2 hours
Includes
Guide, kayak or paddleboard
Highlights
- Choose a clear single or 2-person kayak, or a paddleboard
- Learn basic paddling skills with a guide before you launch
- Paddle the Fort King Trail and spot abandoned movie props
- Look for wild manatees, birds, turtles, fish, and possible monkeys
- Bring $6 per person for the state park entry fee
- Plan about 2 hours total with 1.5+ hours on the water
What's Included
- Clear kayak (single or 2-person) or paddleboard
- Paddle
- Life vest
- Safety leash
- Waterproof dry bag for small personal items
- Guide
- Basic paddle lesson
- Photos (as conditions allow)
Things to know
Silver Springs State Park charges a $6 per person entry fee that is not included. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. Guide gratuity is optional and recommended at $10–$20 per guest (or 20%).Cancellation Policy
Full refund or credit with 24 hours notice of cancellation. If the operator cancels due to inclement weather and reschedule is not available, you can receive a full refund or credit. Late arrivals and no-shows are charged full price and are not eligible for refunds.
FAQs
Tours start on time. If you are not with your guide before your scheduled start time, you will miss the tour and refunds are not issued for late arrivals.
Wear a bathing suit or workout attire, plus flip flops or water shoes. Bring sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses, a water bottle, and a towel and dry change of clothes (leave these in your car).
Yes. Silver Springs State Park charges a $6 per person entry fee that is not included. Guide gratuity is optional and suggested at 20% (or $10 per person for a good time, $20 per person for an amazing time).
Meeting details
Silver Springs State Park, 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL
