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    Private Manatee Season Clear Kayak Tour in Crystal River

    Paddle clear tandem kayaks to Crystal River springs on a private, guided 2-hour manatee-season adventure

    From$807incl. taxes and fees

    Private Tour

    $807.52

    For Up to 10 People

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    Duration

    2 hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 10 people

    Includes

    Guide, Clear tandem kayak, Dry bag

    Highlights

    Glide in clear tandem kayaks through Crystal River’s springs on a private, guided paddle. Explore Kings Bay and look for manatees during the season.

    • Paddle a beginner-friendly route to two Crystal River springs
    • Launch from Kings Bay Park in Crystal River
    • Watch for manatees, dolphins, turtles, birds, and fish
    • Stop for a quick swim when conditions allow
    • Enjoy small groups with up to 10 paddlers
    • Spend about 2 hours on the water

    What's Included

    • Guided clear kayak tour
    • Tandem clear kayak
    • Small dry bag

    Things to know

    All kayaks are tandem with a 425 lb per boat and 250 lb per seat limit. Each child under 11 must ride with an adult; children under 80 lb need their own life jacket. Manatee sightings are not guaranteed; peak season runs Nov 15–Mar 31.

    Cancellation policy

    All sales are final and no cancellations are permitted unless specified otherwise. In the event of unsafe weather, you may reschedule or receive a full refund.

    Meeting location

    Kings Bay Park 268 NW 3rd St, Crystal River, FL 34428

    Experience provided by Get Up and Go Kayaking - Crystal River
    Experience provided by Get Up and Go Kayaking - Crystal River

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    Review summary

    Get Up And Go Kayaking delivers exactly what manatee-seekers hope for, with guests consistently spotting numerous manatees during their tours. The experience seems especially magical during evening trips when these gentle giants are most active. What really stands out is how the guides, particularly Yas (mentioned repeatedly by happy visitors), have an impressive talent for tracking down wildlife and ensuring everyone gets up-close encounters. The tour guides earn nearly universal praise for being friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in making sure every paddler has a memorable time. They balance humor with helpful instruction, making first-time kayakers feel comfortable while keeping the group entertained. Cameron also gets a shout-out for his patience and interactive approach. Travelers appreciate that the guides go beyond just leading the tour—they actively work to maximize wildlife sightings and create a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere on the water. It's clear this operator knows Crystal River's waterways intimately and consistently delivers the manatee encounters people travel here to experience.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    My husband and I had the best time today! We saw so many manatees and Crosby was an awesome guide. He showed us where each manatee was and let us get close and took pictures of us all the whole time. He allowed us so much time around the manatees and let us paddle at our own pace, which we appreciated since we are not the most athletic people and had not been kayaking in a long time. The water was absolutely beautiful and so clear. This was an experience of a lifetime we will recommend to all of our family! Thank you Crosby for a great experience on our honeymoon!😊

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    Maddie Smith

    2 weeks ago

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    My husband and I had the best time today! We saw so many manatees and Crosby was an awesome guide. He showed us where each manatee was and let us get close and took pictures of us all the whole time. He allowed us so much time around the manatees and let us paddle at our own pace, which we appreciated since we are not the most athletic people and had not been kayaking in a long time. The water was absolutely beautiful and so clear. This was an experience of a lifetime we will recommend to all of our family! Thank you Crosby for a great experience on our honeymoon!😊

    Photo of Maddie Smith

    Maddie Smith

    2 weeks ago

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