Manatee Kayak Tour at Blue Spring State Park
Paddle serene Blue Spring waters to encounter manatees and abundant wildlife up close
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Paddle serene Blue Spring waters to encounter manatees and abundant wildlife up close
Discover what we've curated for you
2 hours
Guide, kayak gear, snacks & water
Paddle a sit-on-top kayak through Blue Spring State Park to meet gentle manatees in their natural winter gathering spot. Enjoy close wildlife encounters and family-friendly fun just 40 minutes from Orlando.
Please arrive 30 minutes before departure; minimum age is 6.
Cancel or reschedule up to 72 hours before departure to avoid fees; no refunds within 72 hours, but rescheduling may be possible.
2398 W French Ave Orange City, FL 32763 US
TJ and Astrid clearly know their stuff when it comes to Florida's waterways and wildlife. Reviewers consistently praise both guides for being knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely kind throughout their tours. TJ seems to have a real talent for spotting wildlife even during off-season, managing to find manatees, alligators, and various birds when others might miss them. Astrid gets similar love for her expertise on local flora and fauna, particularly around Blackwater Creek and King's Landing. The tours work well for beginners and experienced paddlers alike, with guides adapting to different skill levels without making anyone feel rushed. People appreciate the small group sizes (sometimes even private tours), which creates a peaceful, personalized experience. Multiple visitors mention seeing manatees up close, alligators, and plenty of bird species. The guides also handle weather changes professionally and provide photo documentation of the trip, which is a nice touch that guests genuinely appreciate.
We had a brilliant kayak trip with our guide TJ. Despite the weather forecast being thunder storms and being contacted by Astrid to come earlier to miss them we had wonderful weather which was a real bonus. TJ was knowledgeable and willing to try to make sure we saw as much wildlife as possible and we did. We saw manitees, gators and lots of birds and fish. It was peaceful and relaxing. Really good for novice paddlers too.
Caryl Horscroft
October 10, 2025
We had a brilliant kayak trip with our guide TJ. Despite the weather forecast being thunder storms and being contacted by Astrid to come earlier to miss them we had wonderful weather which was a real bonus. TJ was knowledgeable and willing to try to make sure we saw as much wildlife as possible and we did. We saw manitees, gators and lots of birds and fish. It was peaceful and relaxing. Really good for novice paddlers too.
Caryl Horscroft
October 10, 2025