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    Private Clear Kayak Tour in San Marcos

    Paddle a private clear-kayak outing with a guide on the San Marcos River

    5.0 stars• 1.3K reviews

    Duration

    About 1 hour 15 minutes

    Ideal For

    Up to 10 people

    Includes

    Clear kayak, guide, safety gear

    Highlights

    Explore the San Marcos River on a private clear-kayak tour tailored to your party. Paddle with a certified guide and view the water through the bottom and sides of your kayak.

    • Discover endangered Texas wild rice along the river
    • Watch for beavers, fish, deer, and birds
    • Customize the outing around your group's interests
    • Choose a tandem kayak or, for odd-numbered groups, a solo setup

    Itinerary

    1. Arrive at the site and check in.
    2. Meet your friendly and knowledgeable guide.
    3. Embark on a tandem kayak to begin your adventure.
    4. Paddle downstream, take in scenic views, and paddle back upstream—keep an eye out for wildlife!
    5. Enjoy the unique experience of viewing the surroundings through the bottom and sides of the kayak.
    6. Capture plenty of photos to remember the moment.
    7. Relive the excitement and memories of your adventure!

    What's Included

    • Clear kayak
    • Certified tour guide
    • Safety equipment

    Important details

    • Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time
    • Ages 6+ only
    • Each paddler under 18 must share a kayak with an adult age 18+
    • Adult paddlers must outnumber teen and child paddlers
    • Weight limit: 250 lbs per person and 425 lbs combined per tandem kayak
    • Complete a waiver before arrival
    • Expect intermediate paddling against a 3 mph current and through mild rapids
    • Stay with your group throughout the tour
    • Alcohol is not allowed on the tour
    • Non-city residents must pay for parking separately; rates vary by day and duration, typically $10–$25, and are not included in the listed price
    • Bring pets only if they are well behaved and leashed; bring a towel to protect the kayak

    Cancellation Policy

    All sales are final. Full refund if the operator cancels due to unsafe weather.

    Product ID: 35JWUD

    FAQs

    Bring 1 to 10 paddlers. Your group has the tour to itself.

    You may swim near the launch spot before or after your tour. Water depth typically ranges from 4 to 5 feet and can vary with river conditions and recent weather.

    Meeting details

    170 Charles Austin Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666

    Experience provided by Get Up and Go Kayaking - San Marcos

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    Private Tour

    $578.68

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    So fun! So beautiful! Kaylin did a great job guiding us and had some great information while we kayaked on the San Marcos river. 10/10 😇

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    Jazmine Freeman

    September 7, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    So fun! So beautiful! Kaylin did a great job guiding us and had some great information while we kayaked on the San Marcos river. 10/10 😇

    Photo of Jazmine Freeman

    Jazmine Freeman

    September 7, 2026

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