Silver Springs Clear Kayak Guided Tour

Paddle crystal-clear waters and spot wildlife like manatees and monkeys from transparent kayaks.

From$75/ person

Duration

1.5 - 2 Hours

Includes

Clear kayak, Guide, Safety gear

Highlights

Glide through the pristine springs of Silver Springs on a 1.5-hour guided adventure in a tandem clear kayak. Watch for manatees, wild monkeys, otters, turtles and countless fish as you paddle over glassy water.

Learn local ecology from CPR-certified guides
Peer through crystal hulls to the underwater world
Capture photos during relaxed stops along the route
Benefit from small group sizes for a personal outing
Receive a dry bag and safety gear for peace of mind

What's Included

Use of clear tandem kayak and paddles
Guided tour with certified leader
All safety equipment
Dry bag for personal items

FAQs

Do I need kayaking experience?
No, guides teach you everything before launching.

Will I see manatees?
Sightings are common but not guaranteed.

How long is the tour?
The experience lasts about 1.5–2 hours.

Things to know

Weight limit is 425 lb per kayak and 250 lb per seat. Children under 70 lb must wear their own life jacket and each minor must paddle with an adult. Alcohol and disposable containers are not allowed.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final and non-refundable. If the operator cancels a tour due to unsafe weather, you will receive a full refund. No-shows and arriving with fewer participants than booked are not refunded.

Meeting location

Silver Springs State Park | 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488

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Silver Springs Clear Kayak Guided Tour

Paddle crystal-clear waters and spot wildlife like manatees and monkeys from transparent kayaks.

From$75/ person

Duration

1.5 - 2 Hours

Includes

Clear kayak, Guide, Safety gear

Highlights

Learn local ecology from CPR-certified guides
Peer through crystal hulls to the underwater world
Capture photos during relaxed stops along the route
Benefit from small group sizes for a personal outing
Receive a dry bag and safety gear for peace of mind

What's Included

Use of clear tandem kayak and paddles
Guided tour with certified leader
All safety equipment
Dry bag for personal items

FAQs

Do I need kayaking experience?
No, guides teach you everything before launching.

Will I see manatees?
Sightings are common but not guaranteed.

How long is the tour?
The experience lasts about 1.5–2 hours.

Things to know

Weight limit is 425 lb per kayak and 250 lb per seat. Children under 70 lb must wear their own life jacket and each minor must paddle with an adult. Alcohol and disposable containers are not allowed.

Cancellation policy

Review summary

4.9

Excellent

1.6K reviewsGoogle Maps

The guides here absolutely make the experience. Sam, Jeff, and Josh each get enthusiastic shoutouts for being knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in showing guests a great time. Reviewers consistently mention how their guides knew exactly where to find wildlife and took extra time to make sure everyone spotted manatees, alligators, river otters, and even Rhesus monkeys. The personal touch really stands out – guides get to know their guests and create that bucket-list-worthy feeling people are hoping for. Everything seems well organized from start to finish, with equipment described as first-class condition. The Silver Springs location delivers on its promise of crystal-clear water and abundant wildlife viewing. Multiple reviews specifically praise how guides balance being informative with keeping things fun and relaxed, making it work whether you're a first-timer or experienced kayaker. With overwhelmingly positive feedback about the professionalism and expertise across the team, this outfitter has clearly built something special.

What people are saying

Just finished an amazing kayaking experience with our guide Josh, and it was absolutely wonderful! Josh was incredibly nice, patient, and made the whole trip so enjoyable. He explained everything clearly, kept checking in on us, and made sure everyone felt safe and comfortable. Josh was also very passionate about animals and genuinely took the time to share that passion with us throughout the tour, which made the experience even more special. The scenery was beautiful, the pace was perfect, and overall it was such a fun and relaxing time. Highly recommend this tour—and if you get Josh as your guide, you’re in for a great experience!