Blue Spring Manatee Kayak Tour
Orange City, FLBook on Viator
About Blue Spring Manatee Kayak Tour
This guided kayak tour paddles the St. Johns River near Blue Spring State Park, the winter home of one of Florida's biggest manatee herds.
A Florida Master Naturalist leads the two-hour paddle and points out the wildlife along the way. It's about 45 minutes north of Orlando.
Best for: Nature lovers, families with kids who can swim.
Highlights
- Manatees in their winter home
- Guided by a Florida Master Naturalist
- Kayak, paddle and life vest included
- Free photos of your group
Know before you go
- Manatees gather at Blue Spring in the cold months, roughly November through March.
- Meet at the very end of French Avenue, 1 mile past the state park entrance. Don't enter the park.
- Everyone has to know how to swim. Kids 7 and under share a tandem kayak with an adult.
- Wear clothes that can get wet and bring sunscreen and a waterproof camera.
- There's no restroom at the meeting spot. Stop at Valentine Park on the way in.
What's included
- Bottled water
- Complimentary Pictures of Your Group
- Professional Guide
- Free Sticker
- Kayak, Paddle, and Life Vest
- 20% is customary per person
Ticket options
- private manatee tour (1-5pax)
- Manatee Encounter
Tickets and cancellation
Getting your tickets: • Children aged 7 and under must share a tandem kayak with an adult • It is recommended that you bring sun protection (hat, sunglasses, and sun screen) and a waterproof camera. Please wear clothes that can get wet and possibly dirty.
Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility and good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- There is no minimum age however all participants must know how to swim
- It is recommended that you bring a swimsuit, towel, waterproof camera and wear clothes that can get wet and possibly dirty
Location
End of W French Ave, Orange City, FL 32763
Questions
When is the best time to see manatees at Blue Spring?
In the cold months, roughly November through March, when manatees move into the warm spring water.
How far is Blue Spring from Orlando?
About 45 minutes north, in Orange City.
Do I need kayak experience?
No, but everyone must know how to swim. Kids 7 and under ride in a tandem kayak with an adult.
Who handles my booking?
Viator, a Tripadvisor company. You pay on Viator and get your confirmation and tickets from them. Changes and refunds go through Viator.
Is the price the same as booking direct?
Prices on Viator are set by Viator and the attraction and can differ from the attraction's own website. Compare before you book; we show the current Viator price here.
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