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This two-hour guided tour invites you to paddle through the serene waters of Crystal River in unique all-clear kayaks equipped with glow lights. As the sun sets, the vibrant colours reflect off the water, creating a memorable backdrop while you navigate the best spots for observing local wildlife, including manatees.
Guided by local experts, the tour maximizes your chances of wildlife encounters, particularly in Kings Bay, which is known for its manatee population. Even during peak season when access to Three Sisters Springs is restricted, you’ll visit prime viewing areas. A complimentary photo package captures the adventure, allowing you to relive the experience with family and friends later.
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Our experience on the Crystal River was outstanding. We received detailed safety instructions and were equipped with kayaks, paddles, and life jackets. The crew was friendly, especially Lilly, our incredible guide, who ensured our safety and comfort. Encountering the manatees was surreal, and we were fortunate to see several during our trip. Sharing this adventure with an equally enthusiastic family made it even more special. It was a genuinely enchanting evening, worth much more than the price we paid.
Booking the glow kayak tour was an excellent decision, and having Lily as our guide made it even better. She provided a wealth of information about the sea life, wildlife, birds, and the surrounding trees. Lily was great at answering our questions and took many fantastic photos for us. Her kindness, personable nature, and sense of humor were outstanding. I highly recommend this experience, as you'll encounter amazing wildlife and sea life, including manatees. Thank you for such a wonderful tour!
We saw plenty of manatees! Our guide Kyle was fantastic and very attentive, ensuring that we had a wonderful experience.
We had a fantastic time with our guide on this adventure. The sunset and the manatees were highlights, and we were able to see several of them. The water was lovely and clear. Thank you, Kyle.
During our vacation in Tampa, we decided to take a special day trip to Crystal River for manatee watching, and it turned out to be the highlight of our day. Our guide, Lillie, was fantastic and incredibly kind! Even though it was the end of manatee season and she warned us about a 50/50 chance of spotting them, she guaranteed a wonderful evening — which she certainly did! We encountered plenty of wildlife, enjoyed a stunning sunset, and saw a total of six manatees. I would gladly recommend this tour and would love to do it again.
My sister and I really enjoyed the tour. Our guide, Kyle, was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend him.
Our experience was incredible. We learned a great deal and had an enjoyable time on the water. It was fantastic to see through the kayak. We spotted a mother manatee and her baby swimming right beside us. The illuminated kayak allowed us to observe everything below us, which was wonderful.
This was one of my favorite experiences. The water was not crowded, and I enjoyed seeing wildlife basking in the sun over the bay. It felt very tranquil. I highly recommend it.
The evening manatee tour in glowing clear kayaks was the highlight of our trip. Kyle was an outstanding guide, making the experience truly exceptional. I highly recommend this tour company for seeing numerous manatees, even in late April.
The kayaking trip at sunset and after dark was wonderful. The clear glowing kayak was stunning. Our guide, Kyle, was friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive to our needs. I would definitely recommend this experience.
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