Manatee Kayak Tour: Silver Springs' Clear Waters
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Overview
The Silver Springs Manatee Kayak Tour offers year-round paddling adventures in Florida's stunning Silver Springs! While manatee season is from November to March, seven manatees live here all year, so there is a chance to spot one.
Expect to glide through clear, blue waters and learn about the park's rich 200-year history. The Fort King Loop provides a scenic route where visitors might see manatees, monkeys, and many other types of wildlife! This tour is perfect for families and small groups, with a maximum of six kayaks per tour.
The tour includes a kayak, paddle, life vest/whistle, dry bags for phones and keys, and a local guide. Tandem kayaks are available upon request. It excludes sunscreen, water, snacks, guide tips, parking fees, sunglasses, and hats. Maximum weight limits are 250lbs for single kayaks and 450lbs for tandem kayaks.




Highlights
Paddle in Clear Waters: See the pretty, blue waters of Silver Springs.
Spot Wildlife: Look for manatees, monkeys, and other animals.
Learn Local History: Hear stories about Silver Springs' past.
Small Group Tour: Enjoy a tour with just a few other people.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally have a great time kayaking at Silver Springs. They especially enjoy seeing the wildlife and learning from the knowledgeable guides. The clear water and beautiful scenery make for a relaxing and memorable trip. However, some visitors were disappointed if they didn't spot manatees and some mentioned the parking fees.

Customers love seeing lots of animals, like monkeys and birds.
Many reviewers liked how clear the water was and how nice the springs looked.
Customers really enjoyed the tour guide and how he explained everything well.
Many reviewers thought the kayaking was a fun, peaceful experience.
Some people were disappointed when they didn't see any manatees.
A few reviewers mentioned the parking fee was an unexpected cost.
The Journey
Fort King Loop
Paddle the Fort King Loop, a natural corridor offering unparalleled wildlife encounters in central Florida. This unique waterway is renowned for its diverse ecosystem, where visitors frequently spot turtles, manatees, alligators (observed safely), and even monkeys inhabiting the surrounding forests. More than just a paddle, it's an opportunity to connect with Florida's wild heart, offering both tranquility and thrilling wildlife sightings.
Know Before You Go
This kayak tour includes the kayak and paddle, a life vest, a whistle, dry bags, and a local guide. Tandem kayaks are available by request. Please note that sunscreen, water, snacks, tips for your guide, parking fees, sunglasses, and a hat are not included. Please call to confirm same day bookings. Weight limits are 250lbs for single kayaks and 450lbs for tandem kayaks.
Hot Tip
Wear polarized sunglasses to see better underwater and bring a waterproof bag to protect your phone and camera. Arrive early to find parking.