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Paddle crystal-clear kayaks at sunset under glowing LED lights while spotting wildlife on the tranquil Weeki Wachee River
Approx 1.5 hrs
Clear kayak, Guide, Safety gear
Glide along the serene Weeki Wachee River in a transparent tandem kayak as the sky shifts through vibrant sunset hues. LED lights beneath your boat illuminate the clear water for an unforgettable twilight paddle.
Each paddler must weigh no more than 250 lb and the combined weight per kayak cannot exceed 425 lb. Participants must remain seated for the full 1.5-hour tour; no pets, alcohol or smoking are permitted.
If you did not purchase trip protection, you may cancel or change your reservation up to 48 hours before departure. If you purchased trip protection, you may cancel or reschedule up to 12 hours before the start time, minus the cost of protection and processing fees. No-shows are charged in full. If the tour is canceled due to unsafe weather, you may receive a refund, reschedule, or a gift card.
A: The Weeki Wachee Sunset and Glow Clear Kayak Tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours on the water.
A: This tour takes place at sunset and into the evening, allowing you to experience the river as daylight fades and enjoy the glow effect from the clear kayaks.
A: No. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed. Guides take you to areas where wildlife is most likely based on current conditions, but sightings depend on nature.
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. Upon arrival, turn right for kayak tour parking and proceed to the back of the lot. Then walk toward the water following 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