Private Clear Kayak Tour at Silver Springs State Park
Paddle Silver Springs in a private clear kayak with a certified guide
Duration
1.5 - 2 Hours
Ideal For
Up to 10 people
Includes
Clear kayak, guide, dry bag
Highlights
Explore the crystalline waters of Silver Springs in a private, guided clear-kayak tour that launches from Silver Springs State Park. Keep an eye out for wildlife as you paddle with your group in tandem kayaks.
- Meet your guide at Silver Springs State Park and launch from the canoe and kayak area
- Paddle through natural springs on a 1.5–2 hour guided route
- Watch for possible sightings like manatees, monkeys, otters, gators, fish, turtles, and birds
- Share a tandem clear kayak designed for up to 2 people per boat
- Follow park rules: no alcohol and no plastic on the waterway
- Budget for on-site fees: $2 per person state park entry and $4 per kayak launch fee
What's Included
- Crystal clear kayak
- Paddles
- Certified tour guide
- Safety equipment
- Dry bag
Things to know
Each child (under 18) must be accompanied by an adult, and children under 70 pounds must wear their own life jacket. Weight limit is 425 pounds per boat and 250 pounds per seat. Guide gratuity is encouraged; confirm the recommended amount with Greetwell before booking.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund if Get Up And Go Kayaking cancels due to inclement weather or unsafe weather conditions. No-shows are not refunded. All sales are final.
FAQs
Pay a state park entrance fee of $2 per person and a kayak launch fee of $4 per kayak on site. The launch fee is per kayak (a tandem kayak covers two guests).
Arrive at least 30 minutes before your tour start time and check in with your guide first. If you do not check in by the tour start time, you cannot participate and you will be marked as a no-show.
Bring non-alcoholic drinks in a non-disposable container and water in a reusable bottle. Alcohol is not permitted, and disposable containers (including cans, plastic, glass, plastic foam, or paper) are not allowed.
Meeting details
Silver Springs State Park | 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488
More about Silver Springs State Park
Silver Springs State Park is one of Florida's most iconic natural treasures, a place where crystal-clear artesian springs pump out hundreds of millions of gallons of fresh water each day. Located in Marion County near Ocala, Silver Springs State Park has drawn visitors for well over a century, first as a Victorian-era tourist destination famous for its glass-bottom boats and later as a protected state park celebrated for its wildlife, towering cypress trees, and astonishingly transparent water. Paddling here in a clear kayak takes that legacy and makes it personal, letting you float directly above the limestone vents and aquatic gardens that made these springs world-famous.
The private clear kayak tour at Silver Springs State Park lets you glide silently over water so transparent it feels like floating on air. Beneath your hull, you can watch schools of bass, bluegill, and gar drift through swaying eelgrass, while turtles sun themselves on fallen logs and herons stalk the shallows. The headspring area reveals deep blue boils where water surges up from the aquifer, and on calm days you may spot the resident manatees that seek out the constant 72-degree temperature. Unlike crowded boat decks, the clear kayak puts you eye level with the surface, so every ripple, ray of sunlight, and curious fish becomes part of the experience. Cypress knees rise along the banks, Spanish moss filters the light, and the only sounds are paddle strokes and birdsong.
This tour at Silver Springs State Park is perfect for couples seeking a romantic outing, families with curious kids, photographers chasing that signature Florida light, and nature lovers who want a quieter alternative to theme parks. Beginners are welcome since the spring run is calm and easy to navigate, and the private format means your guide can match the pace to your group. For anyone wanting to experience the wild, watery heart of central Florida, Silver Springs State Park delivers a memory that stays with you long after the paddle ends.
