Private Tour
Self-Guided Kayaking: Real Florida Adventure
Overview
2 hours
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The most popular kayak tour location of the Amelia Island area! Your private self-guided tour of this black water creek is a beautiful and inexpensive way to experience the nature of the real Florida. Perfect for beginners yet a gorgeous paddle for even the experienced kayaker, you will be directed on a one-way up and back route. Experience easy, calm, lush botanical beauty while kayaking this popular black water creek (near Amelia Island) on this 2-hour private self-guided tour.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All kayakers must be capable swimmers in case of emergency.
Provide your email upon booking.
Subject to favorable weather conditions. 100% refund if cancellation prior to 24 hours before start of tour. If we cancel your tour due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund. We do not cancel for light rain unless temperatures are less than 60*, and in that case you will be given the option of rescheduling or cancelling or doing the tour at the scheduled time if you choose.
You may bring water and snacks, if desired. We definitely recommend sunblock! You may also want to bring a change of clothes or wear swimwear.
Kayakers must be willing to step in approximately six inches of water to enter and exit the kayak.
Recommended for ages 4 years old and up. Children under 12 must ride in a tandem kayak with an adult.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Come experience the beauty of a real Florida adventure! Paddle down this beautiful black water tributary of Amelia Island, lined with trees and filled with the sounds of nature. You’ll have the opportunity to see native wildlife in their natural habitat, including the possibility of seeing turtles, alligators, many different species of birds and fish, and beautiful flora and fauna. This wetland waterway is not as influenced by the tide as direct coastal waters, so it makes a great tour for even beginner kayakers at any time of day. The beautiful mirrored black water creates amazing photo opportunities. Come see why this is the most popular kayak tour location of the Amelia Island area!
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Kayak, paddle, and vest to use
Options
2 Tandem Kayaks - 4 People
Tandem Kayaks: 2 Tandem Kayaks - Up to 4 People
Single Kayak
Duration: 2 hours
For ages 12 and up
3 Tandem Kayaks - 6 People
3 Tandem Kayaks: 3 Tandem Kayaks - Up to 6 People
1 Tandem kayak
Tandem Kayak: 2-person
Reviews
120 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Convenient rental
Bluedogs77,,Apr 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00If i where rating for convenience and wildlife viewing it would be a 5 i gave it a 3 due to the brand of kayak there are other brands that have better maneuverability. Also be aware of the tide unless you are able to get out and move accross fallen trees.
Fun afternoon kayak
Lorraine Y,,Sep 23, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Easy kayak up/down the creek. Saw several turtles and lots of birds. Thankfully no gators although we were warned we could see them. Overall fun experience, we will be back!
Self guided paddle big cypress
w951snw,,Sep 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lots of fun. It was a great afternoon adventure for all skill levels. Lots of wildlife to see. We went last week of August.
Excellent trip, excellent value
Kris F,,Jun 19, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00As a newcomer to the Jacksonville I was delighted with this trip. We saw a Bobcat on a tree that was over the river! I am told this is rare. And of course my first alligator sighting was memorable. The river was delightful and the host was also delightful
Adult Alligator Spotted on Lofton Creek
Bruce O,,May 25, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00An easy paddle through a beautiful nature habitat. We did the self guided tour and saw 6 turtles, jumping fish and a lovely variety of water plants blooming. The most exciting and memorable experience was spotting a 6+ foot long alligator stretched out on a fallen tree log before it slowly slide in the water. Pretty cool. The alligator was 100 yards past the point where the fallen tree is over the creek. We received excellent customer service from their base location and at the Melton Nelson Boat Ramp - Thank you!
Enjoyable kayak
Steven S,,May 23, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00Pleasant. Very easy. Saw turtles, fish and a baby alligator . Woman who sent us on our way was very informative
Loveed our 2 hour tour
Nichole M,,Mar 25, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00I booked with Real Florida Adventure with a friend who was visiting Florida for the first time and we had a great experience. I am a local and was even told about a river clean-up that's happening in a month that I hope to join! Great, friendly, helpful staff and great kayaks. Highly recommend
Great Kayak experience!
Clare C,,Mar 21, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful day, very nice kayaks, lovely quiet creek. We had a great time and the service was excellent.
Fun and memorable experience
Dayong1477,,Mar 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our family had a wonderful and memorable experience. We were a little nervous going without a guide since it was only my second and my family’s first experience, but there was nothing to worry about. My kids and wife got the hang of it within minutes and the 2 hrs flew by. Highly recommend!
Great family fun
Lindsay H,,Nov 6, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Zoe was there to greet us when we got there with top of the line kayaking gear, and also had water for us to take along! She was so helpful and made sure my daughter and I had a safe and fun adventure!
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