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2 hours
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Witness the aquatic wonders of manatees alongside turtles, fish, and exotic birds! Occasional sightings of playful monkeys and otters amid the lush landscapes of Silver Springs. Silver Springs is consistently voted Florida's #1 Spring.
Our friendly, expert guides will lead you through crystalline waters, revealing the diverse ecosystems and secret treasures of a world untamed by time. The ancient forests and vivid, turquoise waters will leave you spellbound!
Our super-stable vessels ensure an unforgettable experience. Our Clear Single Kayaks and Clear 2-Person Kayaks offer unparalleled views of the underwater wonders!
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
We are extremely pet friendly. Please contact us prior to your tour so we can determine if this activity is suitable for your pet.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Local guide
Dry Bag for Phone and Keys
Clear Kayak or Paddleboard and all safety equipment
*Gratuity for your guide(s)(suggested 20%, good time $10 per person, amazing time $20 per person)
Bottled water
State Park and Launch Fee - $6 per person
267 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Cindy M,
Apr 24, 2025
- Viator
Our guides were informative and fun! We all had a great times! Saw monkeys, gators and huge fish water was beautiful and clear.
Trisha F,
Apr 16, 2025
- Viator
People should know what time of year to expect to see manatees which is in the Winter months. Roger was a great guide very informative about the wildlife.
Gerri F,
Apr 9, 2025
- Viator
Manatees are not in the springs this time of year. So if that’s what you are looking for, forget it. The website should state that clearly. Other items - all we saw was turtles on logs a few birds - nothing special - and a couple lounging alligators a safe distance away. Considering the long drive from Orlando, I wouldn’t really recommend if you have limited time. You will see as much wildlife walking the nature trail for a $2 admission. One more note - you do have to carry the kayaks and they do not offer wheels which honestly is tough. It was a lot of effort for some folks in our group. And they aren’t really “clear” kayaks and are not kept polished (for clarity) like other providers.
gregdaich,
Apr 8, 2025
- Viator
The clear kayaks are not that clear. But we had a nice trip down and back a portion of the Silver River.
Ingrid Z,
Apr 6, 2025
- Viator
What a great trip. Silver Springs is truly amazing, but the tour guide really made special. Rich made sure we all enjoyed the trip.
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