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    San Marcos Sunset Glow Clear Kayak Tour

    Paddle LED-lit clear kayaks through San Marcos River at sunset

    5.0 stars• 1.3K reviews

    Duration

    1 hr 15 mins

    Ideal For

    Up to 10 people

    Includes

    Clear kayak, guide, safety gear

    Highlights

    Explore the clear waters of the San Marcos River as sunset fades into evening. Paddle in an illuminated clear kayak and view the river beneath you.

    • Glide past aquatic grass, fish, and limestone visible through the clear kayak
    • Look for birds, bats, deer, beavers, and fish along the river
    • Learn about endangered Texas Wild Rice from your guide
    • Take in sunset colors as LED lights illuminate the water after twilight

    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 tandem kayak
    • Certified tour guide
    • Safety equipment

    Important details

    • Ages 6+ only
    • Each traveler under 18 must share a kayak with an adult age 18+; parties cannot have more children than adults
    • Weight limit: 250 lbs per person and 425 lbs combined per tandem kayak
    • Wear the provided life jacket for the full tour
    • Expect intermediate paddling against a 3 mph current and through mild rapids
    • Complete a waiver before arrival
    • Dogs and pets are welcome; bring a towel for your pet to sit on
    • Non-San Marcos residents need paid parking, not included in the listed price; rates vary by day and duration, typically $10–$25

    Cancellation Policy

    All sales are final. Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour; late arrivals are no-shows and cannot receive a refund or reschedule. Full refund if the operator cancels due to unsafe weather.

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    FAQs

    All kayaks are tandem. If you are solo or in an odd-numbered group, use a kayak solo when available, or your guide may offer to paddle with you.

    Dogs and pets are welcome on the sunset glow kayak tour. Bring a towel for your pet to sit on to help prevent scratches to the kayak.

    Groups are limited to 10 people on the water at a time.

    Meeting details

    170 Charles Austin Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666

    Experience provided by Get Up and Go Kayaking - San Marcos

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    Adult

    $79.74

    Ages 18+ | You must select an adult before choosing a youth or child ticket.

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    Teen

    $79.74

    Ages 13-17

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    Child

    $69.44

    Ages 6-12

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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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