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Clear Kayaking Tours

Manatee Watching Eco-Tours & Kayak Rentals Crystal River, FL


With over 5,600 5 star reviews of our tour guides, book today and see what sets THEM apart! Our clear kayak tours are the HIGHEST rated tours in Crystal River. We are proud to have the BEST guides, location, equipment, and facilities in town!


Our Most Popular Kayak Tours


Clear Kayak Manatee Ecotour Of Crystal River (Nov 15th – Mar 31st)
  • #1 Tour In Florida
From $89 $79 per Person

This is our MOST popular tour during manatee season, and this tour books up DAILY!  On this awesome manatee tour, you will journey out in our all clear kayaks to try to spot some amazing manatees.  Our highly trained LOCAL guides will educate you about manatees, our local ecosystem, and the various springs that are in the area.

Kayak And Swim with Manatees Tour (Nov 15th – Feb 28th) From $79

Experience our All-Inclusive Kayak AND Swim with Manatees Tour! This all-inclusive swim with manatees tour includes your choice of a kayak or paddleboard, all accessories and a local guide!  Our tour is the ONLY combination tour in Crystal River where you kayak AND Swim with manatees.  We are an ecofriendly company that believe in preserving the safety and education of our beloved manatees.

Clear Kayak Three Sisters Springs & Manatees Tour Of Crystal River (Apr 1st – Nov 14th)
  • Starting April 1st 2026
From $79 $69

There’s no better way to experience Three Sisters Springs than on our All Clear Kayak. This is our #1 tour throughout the year!

People come from all over the world to experience Three Sisters Springs in our all-clear kayaks.

Our All Clear Kayak tour Includes a clear kayak, life vest, paddles, and one of our amazing local guides!  You will be riding as a tandem kayak.

Clear Kayak Three Sisters Springs Sunset & Glow Tour (Apr 1st – Nov 14th) From $89 $69

There’s no better way to experience the beauty of Crystal River than with Sunsets, Three Sisters Springs, and Glow Tours in ALL Clear Kayaks.  This one-of-a-kind night tour gives you the best of both worlds in Crystal River.  You will tour the world famous Three Sisters Springs and then venture to catch a sunset before the second half of your tour begins.  After catching one of our spectacular sunsets, we turn the lights on the kayaks to see EVERYTHING that is going on below the surface!  You have the possibility of spotting various kinds of wildlife we have to offer here, such as manatees, dolphins, turtles, fish, various birds, and many different species of fish.  This is an amazing tour and has limited space, so book today and don’t miss out!

 

Guided Swim Eco Tour In Three Sisters Springs (Apr 1st – Nov 14th) From $79 $69

Join us on our all-inclusive guided swim eco-tour inside of Three Sisters Springs on your choice of a kayak or paddleboard with our amazing local guides.  This tour includes a mask and snorkel to enjoy the clear waters that Three Sisters Springs has to offer.  This is a tour that is only available from April 1st through November 14th each year so reserve today and do not miss out 🙂

Sorry, but no pets are allowed on any of our tours, only rental products 🙂

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We are a family-owned business, dedicated to give our customers the best kayak experiences in Crystal River.

Having lived in this region for more than 20 years, we look forward to show you the beauty and wildlife of the area! Our guided clear kayak tour is the NUMBER one tour in Crystal River. You will journey out in our all clear kayaks to see some of clearest water in Florida at Jurassic Springs, House Spring, Hunter Springs, or other various springs in the area. You will be attempting to spot manatees in various locations, and learn about our extremely unique ecosystem and learn why so many manatees make Crystal River their home.

During the right season, you can also swim with manatees in the wild, guided by our amazing LOCAL guides, who will tell you everything about the nature and wildlife that lives in the area.

Looking to explore the area on your own? We also offer kayak and paddleboard rentals.


Cypris

The Newlywed

CYPRIS HAS A TRUE GIFT FOR MAKING GUESTS FEEL AT EASE THE MOMENT THEY STEP ONTO A KAYAK. SHE GOES ABOVE AND BEYOND ON EVERY TOUR, ENSURING EVERYONE, FROM FIRST-TIMERS TO SEASONED PADDLERS, FEELS COMFORTABLE, SUPPORTED, AND READY TO HAVE FUN.

HER PATIENT, FAMILY-ORIENTED APPROACH IS A HUGE PART OF WHY GUESTS ADORE HER. WHETHER SHE’S HELPING LITTLE ONES FEEL CONFIDENT ON THE WATER OR GUIDING FAMILIES THROUGH THE SPRINGS AT A RELAXED, ENJOYABLE PACE, CYPRIS ALWAYS CREATES A SAFE, POSITIVE, AND MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE.

BOOK TODAY AND SEE FOR YOURSELF WHY SO MANY GUESTS RAVE ABOUT EXPLORING THE SPRINGS WITH CYPRIS.

Kyle With A Smile

The Fun Guy!

IF YOU’VE READ OUR REVIEWS, YOU ALREADY KNOW THE LEGEND: “KYLE WITH A SMILE.” HE’S FUN-LOVING, UPBEAT, AND ONE OF THOSE GUIDES WHO MAKES EVERY GUEST FEEL LIKE THEY’RE EXPLORING THE SPRINGS WITH A FRIEND.

KYLE IS A NATURAL STORYTELLER WITH A DEEP KNOWLEDGE OF CRYSTAL RIVER — FROM LOCAL WILDLIFE TO HIDDEN CORNERS OF KINGS BAY. ON HIS TOURS, EXPECT GREAT ENERGY, GREAT LAUGHS, AND GREAT STORIES… ALL WHILE EXPERIENCING SOME OF THE BEST VIEWS THE SPRINGS HAVE TO OFFER.

NO MATTER WHICH TOUR YOU JOIN, YOU JUST MIGHT GET LUCKY ENOUGH TO EXPLORE WITH KYLE WITH A SMILE & TRUST US, YOU’LL UNDERSTAND THE HYPE THE MOMENT YOU MEET HIM.

Josh

Mr. Sunshine

BORN AND RAISED RIGHT HERE IN CRYSTAL RIVER, JOSH HAS ALWAYS HAD SPRING WATER IN HIS VEINS AND BIG IDEAS IN HIS HEAD. HE’S THE DRIVING FORCE BEHIND OUR CLEAR KAYAK TOURS, MAKING SURE EVERY GUEST GETS A ONE-OF-A-KIND EXPERIENCE ON THE SPRINGS.

WHEN HE’S NOT OUT GUIDING, YOU’LL USUALLY FIND HIM AT HIS OTHER PASSION PROJECT: BAYMENS, HIS SHOP IN DOWNTOWN CRYSTAL RIVER. BETWEEN RUNNING TOURS AND RUNNING A BUSINESS, JOSH IS CONSTANTLY ON THE MOVE… AND HE WOULDN’T HAVE IT ANY OTHER WAY.

BOOK A TOUR AND SEE FIRSTHAND WHY JOSH’S LOCAL ROOTS AND ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT MAKE EVERY ADVENTURE UNFORGETTABLE.

Jon

NEW KID ON THE BLOCK

JON ISN’T JUST FAMILIAR WITH CRYSTAL RIVER — HE GREW UP IN IT. A LIFELONG LOCAL, HE KNOWS EVERY TWIST OF THE SPRINGS, EVERY QUIET CANAL, AND EVERY HIDDEN STRETCH OF WATER LIKE ONLY SOMEONE RAISED HERE CAN. BEING OUT ON THE WATER ISN’T JUST SOMETHING HE DOES… IT’S WHO HE IS.

WHEN HE’S NOT GUIDING A TOUR, JON IS USUALLY RIGHT BACK ON THE BAY DOING WHAT HE LOVES MOST: FISHING, EXPLORING, OR JUST ENJOYING ANOTHER FLORIDA DAY ON THE WATER. SUNSHINE, SPRING WATER, AND A PADDLE IN HAND — THAT’S JON’S PERFECT WORLD.

IF LUCK’S ON YOUR SIDE, YOU MIGHT JUST GET JON AS YOUR GUIDE… AND TRUST US, YOU’RE IN FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE DAY ON THE SPRINGS.

Jax

The Professional

JAX ABSOLUTELY THRIVES ON THE WATER, AND IT SHOWS THE MOMENT YOU MEET HER. SHE’S KNOWN FOR DELIVERING INCREDIBLE TOURS, EARNING ONE GLOWING REVIEW AFTER ANOTHER FROM GUESTS WHO APPRECIATE HER PASSION, KINDNESS, AND EXPERTISE.

WITH A DEEP LOVE FOR THE WILDLIFE AND DELICATE ECOSYSTEM OF THE SPRINGS, JAX BRINGS A WEALTH OF KNOWLEDGE TO EVERY ADVENTURE. SHE’S THE KIND OF GUIDE WHO MAKES YOU SEE CRYSTAL RIVER IN A WHOLE NEW WAY — WHETHER SHE’S POINTING OUT A HIDDEN MANGROVE NOOK, TEACHING YOU ABOUT MANATEE BEHAVIOR, OR SHARING FUN STORIES FROM HER TIME ON THE WATER.

BOOK YOUR TOUR TODAY AND EXPERIENCE WHY SO MANY GUESTS SAY JAX MADE THEIR DAY UNFORGETTABLE.

CHECK OUT OUR COOL GIFT SHOP!

We have everything you need for a day on the water or for your family and friends when you return home.

 You will find the best brands such as Pura Vida, Sand Cloud, Sun Bum, Lotus and Luna, Vintage Life Hats, and many more for your gift selection.

In addition, we carry waterproof phone cases, dry boxes, snorkel gear, and Knockaround sunglasses.

 

Top-Rated Clear Kayak Ecotours in Crystal River, FL
★★★★★


Clear Kayaking Tours
WOW! AMAZING TIME!

Fantastic tour with Josh! Super knowledgeable and fun! It was a great adventure! I’ll definitely be coming back with others!

– Fathima Elsner | Google Review
Clear Kayaking Tours
SUCH AN AWESOME TOUR!

Thank you so much Jessica for our tour with you. You taught us so much and can't wait to be back in fall with the rest of our family. Will highly recommend your company. Thanks again :)

– Steven Gatzinger | Tripadvisor
Clear Kayaking Tours
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Amazing experience. Josh, our guide, led us to view lots of manatees. He knew how to get us off the busy trail of other kayakers. Our family of 4 had an amazing time and will be back. Thanks!

– Al Royter | Google Review

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