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Kayak tour to meet the wild manatees of the Crystal River

Follow your guide in a kayak in search of the Crystal River's manatees!

The essentials

Follow your guide in a kayak in search of the Crystal River's manatees!

Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Languages
English
Starting time
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Cancellation Cancellation with conditions

Highlights

Guided kayak trip along the Crystal River

Incredible opportunity to see manatees

Discovering the Crystal River, home of the manatees

Commentary from a professional guide

Description

Follow your guide in a kayak in search of the Crystal River's manatees!

You'll begin your guided tour at Crystal River, the manatee capital of the world!

On this kayak tour you'll have the opportunity to observe manatees: this aquatic mammal lives in wetlands including Florida's marshes.

Crystal River is a favoured spot for manatees during Florida's cooler seasons. These impressive creatures spend the winter in this river as it's fed by numerous hot springs.

You'll paddle quietly in search of these animals. You'll be able to see the Hunter Springs and Jurassic Springs while listening to your guide's commentary and information about the surrounding nature.

You'll easily spot the marine animals as you paddle above them in your clear-bottomed kayak.

Meeting point

Important information

  • Seasonal activity: November to March only
  • Availability: Every day (except under exceptional circumstances)
  • Set-off point: Crystal River, Florida
  • The kayaks have two seats
  • This activity does not require any particular physical requirements or kayaking experience
  • You'll be accompanied by a guide throughout the activity
  • Life jackets must be worn by children who are 7 years old or younger. Children aged 11 and under aren't allowed to be in a kayak on their own
  • For your comfort, we recommend that you bring swimwear or clothes that you can get wet in, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and a bottle of water
  • The minimum age to participate in this activity is 5 years old
  • The maximum weight per kayak is 192 kg
  • Your kayak tour may be cancelled if the weather is bad. If this is the case, you'll be offered an alternative date or a refund

Included

  • The Crystal River kayak tour

  • Kayak rental and equipment

  • The services of a professional guide

Not included

  • Tips (optional)
  • Any other extras

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Reviews

 
Crystal River: Must-see
United States: all destinations