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Begin your day surrounded by calm waters, golden sunrise light, and the chance to quietly drift alongside manatees in Kings Bay. This gentle tour is designed for comfort and ease — a short paddle with high rewards, perfect for couples, grandparents, and first-time paddlers.
-Gentle, calm sunrise paddle in Kings Bay
-Short distance, beginner-friendly, safe sit-on-top kayaks
-Excellent chance to see manatees year-round (best Dec–Feb)
-Peaceful, uncrowded springs before the crowds arrive
-Guided by Captain Scotty, Florida native with 20+ years’ experience
-Small group sizes for a personal, relaxed feel
-Manatees? 40–50 residents year-round; hundreds in winter. Not guaranteed, but we will take you to where they’re most likely to be.
-Alligators? They live in all Florida waters, but in Crystal River they avoid busy areas.
-Sharks? None in Crystal River’s freshwater.
-Falling in? Rare — kayaks are wide & stable.
-Rain? Light rain is fine; reschedules/credits for unsafe weather.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet at the boat ramp at the Port Hotel & Marina, 1610 SE Paradise Circle. Look for the big stack of kayaks. Parking and restrooms are included. Please note we are a separate vendor, not the Manatee Swim Center.
Itinerary
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For the morning lover, the quiet traveler, the reward chaser... Launch from a calm shoreline across from Banana Island as the sunrise lights the water. Glide through quiet, beginner-friendly waters to King Spring, the bay’s largest and deepest spring at 72°F year-round. Watch for manatees, turtles, fish, and native birds in this designated idle zone with no motorboats allowed. A peaceful, uncrowded environment, perfect for first-time paddlers or travelers seeking beauty without strenuous effort. Guided by Captain Scotty, who shares local stories and conservation insight.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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