Manatee Season Clear Kayak Tour of Tarpon Springs
Overview
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2 hours
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Adventure through Tarpon Springs in your 100% clear kayak!
Start your journey paddling across the scenic Anclote River. Along the way, you’ll learn about the fascinating history of Tarpon Springs’ iconic Sponge Docks and their connection to the area’s vibrant Greek culture.
The adventure continues with a stop at a serene mangrove island. Here, your guide will help you search for birds, crabs, and other hidden creatures that call the island home. This is the perfect spot to take in the natural beauty of the area and snap some memorable photos.
Glide through the picturesque bayous, passing stunning Victorian-style mansions and the charming Craig Park. Your route takes you into Spring Bayou, a warm-water sanctuary often visited by manatees during the cooler months. Keep your eyes peeled for these gentle giants !
Your guide will share fascinating insights, answer your questions, and ensure you have an unforgettable experience paddling through the stunning waters of Tarpon Springs!
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
For your safety, we have a weight limit of 250 lbs per guest, and a combined limit of 425 lbs for two people in a tandem kayak
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
We'll paddle across the Anclote river and visit a mangrove island that is home to a wide variety of wildlife. Keep your eyes peeled for a variety of birds, crabs, and even a dolphin! We'll also talk about the Sponge Docks and the history of the sponging in Tarpon Springs. If you're lucky, you may even see a sponge boat in the Anclote River! Wildlife sightings are at random and not guaranteed.
Craig Park
You'll paddle through the beautiful bayous of Tarpon Springs, stopping at Craig Park, which is at the very heart of Tarpon Springs. You'll paddle by the incredible Victorian-style mansions from the town's first settlers in the 19th Century.
What‘s Included
Dry Bags: We'll allow you to use our dry bags to keep your personal belongings dry along the tour!
Kayaks, paddles, seats, life jackets, whistles
Options
Clear Kayak Tour
Reviews
273 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Peaceful
N8364WAjeffo,,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Spring, was timely and knowledgeable. Very enjoyable time on the water.
Great kayaking trip
Hannah C,,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such an awesome trip! This was my second tour with get up and go kayaking. Both trips were great. Spring was our guide and she was very knowledgeable about the area and wildlife.
Great Saturday morning activity!
D8861IYkarenl,,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful day! Lots of birds. And the manatee came so close to our kayak! So fun! Learned lots of interesting info from Alex.
Only 2 feet away from the Manitees
chrisbJ7696RY,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guild Spring was fantastic. We had a nice time. Highly recommend doing this.
Amazing kayak tour!!!
tabathab456,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Spring was an amazing guide!! So knowledgeable and super friendly, so encouraging for a new kayaker! You could tell she enjoyed her job! The manatees were so neat, saw so many!! This was one of the most amazing excursions I've experienced! Not overpriced! Worth every penny!!
Great interaction and view of manatees!
Y5707WSerinr,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great trip. Spring is very knowledgeable and we had a lovely time. Would recommend a dry towel and maybe a change of clothes. You will get wet.
A Good Adventure
L9172ADtodds,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful time! Spring was very fun and helpful!
AWesome!
davidcS6606ZQ,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome experience! Beautiful scenery! Plenty of wildlife! Manatee were plentiful
Manatee Monday
P2958NKabbyh,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Raven was so great- and we saw so many manatees!
Bucket list moment!
Liz W,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was everything I wished for. Raven was an incredible guide- very knowledgeable about the animals and vegetation. She was patient and friendly and made our experience very nice. Seeing the manatees from the water was a real bucket list moment. I would highly recommend to anyone considering the excursion. Raven checked in with us often to make sure we were ok with the paddling pace and offered breaks. What a beautiful day on the water.
From US$79.00
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