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Just a short distance from Panama City Beach rests some of Northwest Florida's most beautiful cold springs. There is an abundance of things to see and do both above and below the crystal clear water as you kayak, snorkel, and explore this unique ecosystem with our informative and fun guides. The springs are natural, cave fed, and remain a cool 70 degrees year round with visibility exceeding 100 feet. Take a trip away from the beach and discover a great way to escape the summer heat with Coldwater Excursions.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour must have a minimum of 6 guests to take place.
There is some upriver paddling so children under the age of 12 should be paired with an adult
Canoe, Kayak, or SUP preference MUST be advised at time of booking
Please advise sandwich preference at time of booking (meat, cheese, condiments and bread)
Please alert us of any allergies
8:00 AM, 10 AM, and 12 PM tours are 6 hours, 2 PM tour is 5 hours
Kayaks have a 300 pound weight limit. Tandem Kayaks 550 pounds. Paddleboards 225 pounds
Transportation from the Beach to the Spring is 45 minutes each way
What To Expect
Coldwater Excursions
Take in the sights as you are guided down Holmes Creek to a beautiful fresh water spring, Cypress Springs, in a canoe, kayak, or on a stand up paddle board (SUP), depending upon your preference. Your guide will be with you for the entire trip to set up and demonstrate all of the gear and to help you maximize your experience at Cypress Spring. Discover the best way to snorkel with an underwater scooter; it does all the work of swimming for you so you can take in the beauty below the surface and snorkel effortlessly. Document your experience with a GoPro, with mounts to tackle every job you won't miss a moment. Relax in luxury and let us do all the heavy lifting, packing, and setting up for you. Spring into adventure with Coldwater Excursions
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Schedule
Water Activity Lunch
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Kayak, Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP), Canoe
Lunch
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
498 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Happy repeat customers
jameswU8522HE,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Third year using them and have never been disappointed. The guides point out new and different things each year. Super fun, really relaxing, and definitely worth the price.
The spring was beautiful....
Holly J,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The spring was beautiful. But we had to change times the day before and then there was a 45min delay getting to the spring. No offer to compensate for the inconveniences.
Loved it!
Nicole P,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Both my daughters (18 and 10) said they loved it! Snorkeling was their favorite part, but kayaking was my favorite. Our guide, Taylor was very laid back and informative. Definitely recommend!!!
I recommend it
Amaury A,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an amazing experience, we enjoyed it.
Cypress Springs
X5545YZlynng,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a fun excursion. Our guides, Zeke and Cassie were friendly and knowledgeable of the area.
Amazing time!!
F7438CYalexal,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved it!! Was so beautiful!! Provided towels chairs underwater scooters food drinks! Was a overall great experience
A beautiful treasure float
Tour18472397363,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gabriel was our guide and such a nice guy! There was rain a few days before so the Spring clarity wasn't really clear until we got closer to the Spring head but man, what an amazing site! I will say the rope swing can be dangerous if you don't have experience with swinging out. Be careful. We met some awesome people on this trip and loved seeing turtles and other wildlife.
Kayaking with a beautiful stop at a swimming hole that was so clear and blue
lindabP6036OY,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience . It was about 5 hours and we did a lot of kayaking and then stopped at a beautiful springs area where you could swim and snorkel and swing on a tree rope. They provided water, gatorade and sandwiches. Staff was great. Zeke was a great guide and took good care of us. We are in our 70's and in good health but definitely was a little challenged with the long kayak ride back to the van. We loved it and would do it again
Amazing
Alex R,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was absolutely amazing and worth every dime! The tour guides were absolutely wonderful and very knowledgeable
Everything we expected
786carried,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing time!! Would def recommend and do again!!
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