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The manatee encounters within reach of Orlando: clear-kayak drifts over Silver Springs’ residents, swim-with programs at Crystal River and Homosassa’s wildlife park for the dry version. Winter concentrates the herds in the warm springs; the season is the strategy.
Experience vibrant wildlife at Silver Springs in Florida with clear kayak tours. See manatees, monkeys, and more on a 2-hour guided adventure.
Most Popular“Absolutely personalized to our ability! Very informative guide! We were able to take the time to view areas and enjoy the peacefulness of some of the coves!”
Experience Florida’s wildlife on a clear kayak or paddleboard tour at Silver Springs. See manatees, monkeys, and turtles in crystal waters with expert guides.
“The tour was excellent. Steve was informative and entertaining. On the tour we saw an otter, turtles, alligators, and of course manatees. One even had a baby!”
Explore Florida's wildlife with this full-day tour including manatee swims, wildlife park visits, and an exhilarating airboat ride, all from Orlando.
“This was an amazing excursion. The price included pick up and drop off from hotel, began with manatee swimming which was incredible and very lovely staff at bird underwater dive center. It was great to experience manatees in the wild and all the instructions were…”
Experience close encounters with manatees on this small-group kayaking tour at Blue Springs State Park near Orlando, guided by passionate wildlife experts.
“Jimi was a great guide. Very knowledgeable and very helpful. He obviously cared about all the wildlife. It was a nightmare driving to the location. There was a huge traffic jam by the state park, and the directions they gave were not clear that you…”
Experience wildlife like manatees, gators, and birds on a beginner-friendly kayak tour in Florida. Guided by knowledgeable experts, it’s a nature lover’s delight.
“My trip was great, very fun and educational too. At the beginning was a little bit challengin but after a few minutes became chilling as I expected. Florida has a combination of exoticness, beautifulness and definitely full of adevntures. Even when this trip was not…”
Discover Florida’s gentle manatees on this small-group kayaking tour at Blue Spring State Park, with expert guides, wildlife sightings, and a peaceful setting.
“Great tour experience. Managed to see quite a few manatees and other wildlife. TJ is an experienced and fun guide, which helped make the tour extra enjoyable at all times. Super recommend!”
Experience a full day of swimming with manatees and visiting Homosassa State Park in Florida. Friendly guides, wildlife encounters, and family fun await.
“The driver was very friendly and accommodating. The dive staff was very entertaining. Diner food was great.”
Experience wildlife up close on this 1.5-hour kayaking tour at Silver Springs. Spot manatees, turtles, alligators, and monkeys with a friendly guide for $65.
“Tour guide was amazing. Learned the history of the spring. Will do it again. We saw the manatee, lots of turtles, alligators, baby hatchling, fish, snake.”
Experience Florida’s wildlife up close with paddleboarding, kayaking, and wildlife sightings at Silver Springs. Perfect for beginners and nature lovers alike.
“Had an amazing experience at the springs. Ashton was a great tour guide. We were able to see alligators turtles, and even manatees. We will definitely do this again.!”
Experience close-up encounters with manatees on this guided kayaking tour near Orlando, exploring Blue Springs and the St. Johns River with expert guides.
“We were able to book this kayak tour last minute (less than 2 hours before), which was amazing since we were looking for something fun to do our last day in Florida. Aaron was a fantastic guide—super friendly, easy to talk to, and very knowledgeable.…”
Experience Florida’s natural beauty on a full-day Silver Springs trip from Orlando, featuring glass-bottom boat rides, kayaking, wildlife, and stunning scenery.
“Perfect day”
Experience a peaceful kayak tour at Blue Springs in Orlando, spotting manatees and wildlife with expert guides. Perfect for nature lovers and beginners alike.
“Couldn’t really see the manatees, kind of lame, the water is very dark visibility about 8 to 12 inches down.”
Discover Orlando's wildlife and history on a 2-hour kayak tour, spotting manatees near Disney with knowledgeable guides and stunning waterways.
“Me & my boyfriend had the best day out on the water & exploring! Our guide (Seth) was so much fun & made the experience unforgettable! Thanks for the good time!”
Discover Florida’s wildlife on a 1.5-hour guided kayaking tour in Orlando, with chances to spot manatees, alligators, turtles, and native birds in a small-group setting.
“Fantastische ervaring! Aaron, de gids, zorgde voor goede communicatie op voorhand, en tijdens de tocht gaf hij deskundige uitleg. Had geluk dat ik alleen was waardoor het extra rustig was. Prachtige omgeving, lamantijnen van dichtbij gezien, alligators, zeearend, waterslang, schildpad, verschillende vogelsoorten,…. Aaron zorgde zelfs…”
Built for fun at industrial scale, with wild Florida hiding half an hour out.