Orlando: Blue Springs Manatee Kayak Tour
ID: GYG1002496-1552009
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Paddle through the St. Johns River on a guided kayak tour from Orlando. Spot manatees, alligators, turtles, and native birds as you explore the river.
Meet your guide and get ready for a guided paddle on the St. Johns River, Florida’s longest river. Search for manatees and encounter other local wildlife like alligators, turtles, and native birds. We do a 1.5 mile paddle loop back to the launch site that takes about 1.5-2 hours.
From November to March, during manatee season, the Blue Springs run transforms into a manatee sanctuary and is closed to swimmers and paddlers.
Enjoy a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 kayaks per tour, perfect for families and smaller groups. I provide sit-on-top kayaks for better visibility. These kayaks are beginner-friendly and perfect for spotting wildlife beneath the surface. This provides better visibility and less glare on the water.
Highlights
- Paddle through the St. Johns River and spot manatees in their natural habitat
- Enjoy a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 kayaks per tour
- See alligators, turtles, and native birds as you explore the river
- Learn about the local wildlife and ecosystem from your guide
- Experience the beauty of Blue Springs, a manatee sanctuary in winter
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Manatee season is November-March so I cannot guarantee a manatee sighting but I take you to all the best place they are know to hang out.
We DO NOT go in to Blue Springs State Park but go down the dirt road past the park to the boat launch. A GPS PIN will be sent to you after your booking with who to look for and meet up location. Please have U.S. number or Whatsapp.
INCLUDED
- Guided kayak tour from a Florida born local
- Kayak and paddle rental
- Life jacket and whistle
- Dry Bags for the little items in your pocket that you don’t want to get wet. (like your phone and keys)
NOT INCLUDED
- SPF 45+ sunblock
- Bug spray
- Water and a light snack
- Waterproof camera or waterproof case for your phone (dry bag for phone is included but you can't take pictures from inside it)
- Dry clothes and towel for after the tour
- Gratuity(tip) for your guide
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
