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Paddle crystal waters to spot wild manatees on a guided 2-hour clear kayak tour.
2 hrs
Guide, Clear kayak, Safety gear
Glide along the iconic Weeki Wachee River in a transparent tandem kayak. Follow a certified guide to search for gentle manatees and other wildlife.
Maximum 250 lb per paddler and 425 lb combined per kayak. No children under 3, pets, alcohol or smoking. You must remain seated for about 2 hours without exiting the kayak.
Cancellation policy: If you did not purchase trip protection, you may cancel or change your reservation up to 48 hours before tour departure. If you purchased trip protection, you may cancel or reschedule up to 12 hours before the start time, minus the cost of trip protection and processing fees. No-shows are charged in full. If the operator cancels due to unsafe weather, you may receive a refund, reschedule, or a gift card.
A: The Clear Kayak Manatee Tour with Expert Guide lasts about 2 hours. You will paddle against a mild current and then drift back.
A: No. Manatees are wild animals, so sightings are always a hope rather than a promise. Guides take guests to the areas most likely to have wildlife based on the day’s conditions.
A: Yes. Children must be at least 3 years old to join this Weeki Wachee clear kayak tour.
Please meet at 8092 Marys Fish Camp Road, Spring Hill, FL 34607. Please arrive 15 minutes early to allow time for parking and check-in. When you arrive, turn right for kayak tour parking and continue to the back of the Mary’s Fish Camp lot. Then walk toward the water following the signs for Clear Kayak Ecotours to meet your guide near the launch on the left side of the gravel driveway.
This kayaking operation clearly knows how to deliver a memorable experience on the water. Multiple guides get glowing shoutouts by name – Raven, Gary, Val, Brittany, and Breanna all earn praise for being knowledgeable, patient, and personable. The clear kayaks with LED lights (especially on sunset tours) add a special touch that reviewers love. Comfortable kayaks make the trip accessible even for nervous paddlers, and the guides do an impressive job spotting wildlife and sharing educational tidbits about the local ecosystem. Manatee sightings are a definite highlight when they happen, with many groups spotting multiple manatees, including adorable babies. Even outside peak manatee season, encounters are common. That said, wildlife is never guaranteed, and several groups had wonderful tours without seeing manatees but still enjoyed spotting eagles, herons, turtles, and other creatures. The guides seem skilled at making every trip engaging regardless of what nature decides to show up. The overall vibe is relaxing and family-friendly, with consistent enthusiasm about the personalized attention and educational value these tours provide.
We had such an amazing experience with Raven! We saw Manatees, Dolphins, Turtles, Bald Eagles and lots of beautiful homes and spots on the river. Definitely would recommend this tour! Raven was a wonderful guide, very attentive, thoughtful, and happy to give local recommendations. We just moved to Florida so it was perfect!
Megan Peterson
April 4, 2026
We had such an amazing experience with Raven! We saw Manatees, Dolphins, Turtles, Bald Eagles and lots of beautiful homes and spots on the river. Definitely would recommend this tour! Raven was a wonderful guide, very attentive, thoughtful, and happy to give local recommendations. We just moved to Florida so it was perfect!
Megan Peterson
April 4, 2026