Small Group Rock Springs Run Eco Kayak Adventure
Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
Small Group Atmosphere
Enjoy a quieter, more personal experience without the big crowds. You’ll feel like you're on a private adventure, with space to soak it all in.
Crystal Clear Waters
You’ll paddle through some of the most pristine, emerald-hued waters in Florida. The clarity lets you see fish swimming below and invites you to truly immerse yourself in the natural beauty around you.
Access Beyond the Crowds
Even when other tours are booked up, we often have ways to get you in. You’ll feel like a VIP, slipping into a serene slice of nature while others are stuck on waitlists.
Safety Is Our Priority
Your guide is trained, experienced, and equipped to keep your adventure safe and enjoyable. You can relax and focus on the beauty around you, knowing you’re in good hands from launch to return.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Get ready for a laid-back, immersive paddle through one of Florida’s most stunning natural gems—Rock Springs Run. On this guided kayak tour, you’ll journey into a pristine world that looks much like it did when the Timucuan tribes once lived here. Your guide will lead you through crystal-clear waters that wind past sand pine scrub, lush jungle-like foliage, and serene pine flatwoods. As you paddle, keep your eyes peeled for turtles sunning on logs, playful otters slipping through the water, white-tailed deer, and even the occasional black bear in the distance. Birds are everywhere—egrets, herons, maybe even a barred owl or bald eagle overhead. It’s an out-and-back adventure: we’ll paddle upstream first, ducking under low-hanging branches and winding through gentle twists. Along the way, you’ll have time to hop in and swim in the refreshingly cool, gin-clear spring. Then it’s a relaxed drift back downstream with the current, soaking in the sights and sounds of old Florida wilderness.
What‘s Included
Bottled water and a snack
Professional guide
Launch fees
High-quality and stable sit-on-top kayak, paddle & lifejacket
Gratuities for your guide
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Small Group Rock Springs Run Eco Kayak Adventure
Reviews
21 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The BEST Adventure with Sue!
Fearless11026259973,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I cannot think of enough positive adjectives to use to describe how amazing our guide Sue was on our adventure. From the very beginning, she so incredibly friendly, and energetic. You can tell she loves being a guide. Throughout the adventure, she was incredibly knowledgeable about the wildlife and vegetation. She was amazingly patient, as we have only gone kayaking a couple of other times and she offered great instruction and challenges in the best possible ways. She made it all so much FUN, she is so personable. We would recommend her to anyone who would like to have a great adventure and we will request her again if we are back in the area. Sue was the BEST!!
Well guided through fantastic nature
HuWi2006,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great day with an experienced and knowledgeable guide - Jimi . The nature there is fantastic and the water is christal clear. We have seen Aligators, different birds, turtles. Would book it again.
Nature at its best
tierraleez,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We decided last minute to do this tour…so glad we did. What an awesome experience, would definitely do again and again. Jimi was our guide and he was wonderful and so knowledgeable about everything nature. Also great at spotting all the wildlife, alligators, all kinds of birds, turtles and plant life. I highly recommend the 3 hour tour, the extra time is great. My husband and I were able to share a kayak so he could row while I took pictures.
Wonderful and memorable experience
StanRman,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sue was an amazing guide, she is very kind and informative. We saw lots of amazing wildlife including Manatees and an American Bald eagle! We felt very safe and Sue really went out of her way to ensure that we had the best possible experience. Sue took some amazing photos of us and the memories we made will last a lifetime. I highly recommend this tour.
Fun day on the water!
H5730DTcynthian,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We paddled the 3-hour eco tour with our guide Sue and a small group of 8 new friends. The creek is mostly shallow and crystal clear. Weather was perfect for a quick swim too. Rock Springs Run is a true gem of nature with its beauty and serenity. Sue makes this kayak trip inclusive for all levels of experience, providing ongoing instruction and encouragement to newbies while allowing the more experienced to lead ahead. She engaged in enthusiastic conversations with participants and provided ecological information throughout the trip. I highly recommend this kayak tour with Sue.
Sue was awesome tour guide!
johndQ3214MH,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sue was awesome!! Excellent tour!!
Great experience!
IBABADZHAN,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderfull time. Seen couple alligators, birds and turtles. Jimi was great. Highly recommend this trip. Parking was challenging though.
Floating on crystal clear water
F2315OXdominikr,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Sue has not given us only a wonderful kayaking tour on the Emerald River, she gave us a deep inside of the geology, the vegetation, and of the animals, even a historical background of this part of Florida. A must see and when you come, come in the morning. Great job Sue!
Kayaking
hannahrK5914XB,Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great trip out! Jimi had lots of knowledge of the environment as we kayaked through. He was great with our daughter and told her lots of facts and made time for her to swim and jump in.
A must for nature lovers ☺️
E8351ZAlisaf,Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A must for all nature and Florida lovers! Due to the recommendation we put the tour in the morning and were lucky and could see many different animals. Alligators, turtles, birds and snakes. Our tour guide Astrid explained a lot and told us what was great. It's a whole other world away from the hustle and bustle of Orlando. 1000% a recommendation!
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