Gator Viewing Clear Kayak Springs Tour
Overview
View Florida's most well known animal safely on the Silver River with your expert wildlife guide. We may see monkeys, manatees and more on this true Florida experience. You will never see more gorgeous colors in nature.
Enjoy this tour on one of our super stable clear kayaks or a paddleboard. It gives you an amazing view down into the crystal clear water. You'll see an abundance of fish and turtles alongside gators.
Our friendly guides will be by your side the whole time. You'll learn so much about the ecology of this pristine true Florida environment.
What's Included
- Photos
- Stand Up Paddleboard or Kayak, Paddle, Life Vest and Leash
- Bottled water
- $6 per person State Park/launch fee
Meeting Location
East Silver Springs Boulevard
Silver Springs, FL 34488, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
View Florida's beautiful Alligators safely from your Clear Kayak or Paddleboard with our expert guides!
We love sharing Florida's most loved wildlife at Florida's very first attraction with new friends at this beautiful, unique spring in Central Florida, Silver Springs.
We'll glide through the clear blue water on the Silver River where there is an abundance of wildlife and hidden treasure to admire. Gators sun themselves on the banks of the river and you'll see much more! Many movies were filmed here including the original Tarzan movies and even a 007 movie. The abandoned movie props will make you feel like you're in a jungle adventure movie!
We may see gators, fish, turtles, water fowl, and even manatees and monkeys. The water is so crystal clear, the bright blues and greens seem unreal.
Even if you are a true beginner, this paddle session is very calm and mellow. Our friendly guides will be with you every step of the way to give you interesting facts, history and to keep you feeling safe and successful.
Each guest will be given lots of hands on instruction during this guided tour and all guests will have life vests.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Make sure you are comfortable around water. Let your guide know if you are not a strong swimmer before the tour begins.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(10)Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
A: The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg. Read more Nov 2021
Cancellation Policy
Questions?
Our friendly customer support is here to help.
Activity code: C-105290P5
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 16 traveler reviews collected by Cool Orlando and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Orlando customers.
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022Your safety is Cool Orlando‘s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Photos.
- Stand Up Paddleboard or Kayak, Paddle, Life Vest and Leash.
- Bottled water.
- $6 per person State Park/launch fee.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 2. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Gator Viewing Clear Kayak Springs Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Gator Viewing Clear Kayak Springs Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Orlando. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Photos
- Stand Up Paddleboard or Kayak, Paddle, Life Vest and Leash
- Bottled water
- $6 per person State Park/launch fee
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Make sure you are comfortable around water. Let your guide know if you are not a strong swimmer before the tour begins.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
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