Crystal River Three Sisters Springs and Manatee Clear Kayak Tours
Description
Discover Florida’s springs in style with the original clear kayak tour company. Since 2018, we’ve offered small-group experiences led by expert local guides. Glide through the most pristine waters in 100% clear kayaks with comfortable, high-end seating. For travelers who value nature, beauty, and exclusivity - this is the tour you’ve been looking for. Heads up: We offer two unique tours based on the season! Three Sisters Springs Tour (Apr 1-Nov 14): Paddle through stunning springs, spot wildlife, and enjoy a chance to swim in crystal-clear water. Manatee Season Tour (Nov 15-Mar 31): Focused on finding manatees where they gather during winter. If you're booking the Three Sisters Springs Tour, expect peaceful paddling, stunning spring views, and immersive nature. Manatee sightings are possible, but not guaranteed during this time of year! - Est. 2018 | Small groups | Luxury seats - 100% clear tandem kayaks - Launch from Kings Bay Park Book now for a one-of-a-kind experience!
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We offer two incredible clear kayak tours in Crystal River, each designed for a different time of year. Three Sisters Springs Tour (April 1 – Nov 14): This tour is all about exploring the famous Three Sisters Springs and nearby hidden gems. You’ll paddle through crystal-clear water, surrounded by stunning scenery, with the chance to see manatees, fish, birds, and more. You will have a chance to Swim in the springs! Manatee Season Tour (Nov 15 – Mar 31): This experience is focused on finding manatees in their natural habitat. During the colder months, hundreds of manatees migrate to the warm spring waters of Crystal River. Our guides know the best places to spot them, and our clear kayaks give you a front-row view - no need to get in the water! Both tours are 2 hours and launch from Kings Bay Park (268 NW 3rd St). Whether you’re here for the wildlife, the water, or the adventure, these tours are the perfect way to experience Crystal River. Check it off your Florida bucket list today!
Three Sisters Springs is a hidden gem in Crystal River, known for its crystal-clear water and natural beauty. On this tour, you'll paddle through calm, spring-fed waterways in a clear kayak, offering a unique view of the underwater world below you. Surrounded by lush greenery and peaceful wildlife, it feels like a true Old Florida adventure. You'll explore the stunning springs up close, glide past fish and turtles, and soak in the incredible views. While manatees aren’t as concentrated during this season, we still spot them from time to time! Guests will also have the chance to hop out and swim in the refreshing spring water. This is a relaxed, scenic experience perfect for nature lovers, families, and anyone looking to explore the most beautiful part of Crystal River.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(2,099)
The guide, Billy, was amazing - personable, knowledgeable and attentive.. The springs were gorgeous There were no manatees because of the heatwave the area has had. Manatees like colder weather.
Get Up and Go Kayaking at Crystal River was such a unique experience! Cameron was a great guide who was super friendly, professional, and knowledgable about the area. Our kids loved it!
woohooo! Thanks Erica! We're so happy this tour lived up to your expecations and you had fun on Cameron's tour! Thanks for coming!
Such a great time kayaking with Crosby! He was very knowledgeable of the wildlife questions I had, as well as entertaining! Highly recommend Get Up and go with Crosby!
Thank you very much for coming; we're happy to hear about your positive experience on Crosby's tour! We hope to see you again!
Hi Claude. So the guide we had this morning was really rude. He didn’t explain anything to us about practically anything we saw — not about the animals, not about the history of the place, not about the origin of the water, nothing. On top of that, on several occasions he told us to hurry up because he had other clients waiting for him afterward. Furthermore, despite knowing we were particularly interested in seeing manatees, he didn’t spend any time at all searching for the manatees, nor did he give any attention to any other animal either. At one point we even had to justify ourselves for stopping to look at some turtles that he hadn’t even noticed. So my score is really bad.
Hi Jacob, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear about the experience you described. We did check our booking system, and we do not have any guests under the name Jacob in our reservations for August 11th. It’s possible this review may have been intended for a different company or location? If you could please re-email us with your reservation confirmation or booking details, we’d be happy to look into this further and, if this was one of our guides, address the concerns directly with our team. If you find that this experience was not with Get Up And Go Kayaking Crystal River, we would kindly ask that you consider removing the review so it does not negatively impact the wrong business. We’re truly sorry for the frustration you experienced, and we completely understand how disappointing it would be to leave an activity feeling like you didn’t receive the experience or information you were expecting. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and would be happy to help get to the bottom of what happened. Thank you for your feedback.
Bobbi was great! We really enjoyed the two hours with him. His tour was just the right mix of informative and entertaining! Super grateful… we only wish he could have made manatees magically appear! 😅 We’d definitely recommend the tour, and Bobbi, to others!
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Bobbi made your experience fun and memorable. We’re so glad you enjoyed your two hours on the water and truly appreciate the recommendation. We hope to see you again for another adventure!
Absolutely amazing experience! The clear kayak made it so much more enjoyable because we could see the beautiful water and wildlife beneath us. The scenery was incredible, and the whole experience was peaceful, fun, and unforgettable. Our guide Crosby was friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone felt comfortable. I highly recommend clear kayaking with Crosby to anyone looking for a unique outdoor adventure!
Hi there! We’ll definitely pass along the shoutout to Crosby! He’ll be happy to know his knowledge, good vibes, and expert paddling helped make the adventure unforgettable. Thanks for coming out and hanging with us on the water! We appreciate the 5 stars!
Bobbi was fantastic. Weather was amazing. Went early to beat the crowds and glad we did.
Thank you for the review! We’re so glad you had a great time and that Bobbi helped make your experience special. Going early is definitely a great way to enjoy the springs!
We had a delightful time on the river with Cosby. A free spirit and make the adventure fun!
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled you had such a delightful time on the river with Cosby. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with him!
We had a great tour guide, Crosby, loved every minute of our time with him. Even though I didn't see manatee this time or the gator, Lt Dan, we will be back in the right season! Crosby made up for missing the chubby mermaids. 🤣 Three springs is beautiful, my teens loved it. Get up and Go always have the best guides around. We did see a turtle and tons of birds diving.
Thank you for the amazing review! We’re so happy you enjoyed your time with Crosby and loved exploring the Three Sisters. Hopefully the manatees make an appearance on your next visit!
Absolutely the best time! Definitely would recommend this to anyone. The tour guide Cameron was so cool and knowledgeable. He deserves 5 plus stars
Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re glad Cameron made your adventure fun and memorable. We really appreciate the 5-star rating and hope to see you back out on the water again!
