Crystal River Tandem Kayak Rental: Full-Day

We have the newest rental equipment in Crystal River with top-notch customer service. Our kayaks are Crescent Kayaks, which are top-rated for stability and very easy to paddle as well.

This is only for ages 3 and up.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

This package comes with everything you need to enjoy your day on the water including a Crescent Tandem Kayak for two people ages 3 and up including at least one adult up to 500 pounds total, 2 paddles, 2 life vests, and a map of the area. Our kayaks are very stable and easy to paddle so all skill levels are comfortable. Whether it is your first time or…

What's Included
  • 1 tandem kayak with equipment
What's Not Included
  • $5.00 Per Person City Kayak/Paddleboard Launch Fee
  • Pay $5 and park at the park where we launch for the entire day.
  • Swim Package $25 per person
Additional Information
  • This is only for ages 3 and up.
Location
469 NE 1st St
Northeast 1st Street
We are located roughly 200 feet from Route 19 in Crystal River. You will arrive at our location and watch a required video from U.S. Fish and Wildlife. We will then provide you directions to our local park where you meet our employees and pick up your rental equipment.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(24 Ratings)
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Z209jhjohnh
Mar 2, 2025
PADDLES saves the day! - Due to a change of plans we needed a last minute booking. We found PADDLES late in the evening. Booked an all day kayak excursion for the next day. BINGO! The day was saved! Incredibly friendly staff. Took care of every detail. All we had to do was show up (and pay). Was easy as falling off a log (but we didn't). Had a fantastic day on the water among the Manatees.
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Doris_m
Feb 28, 2025
Great Day at the Park. - Excellent put in and take out experience. Accommodated us even though we had the wrong date. We saw many manatees.
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Susan_s
Feb 9, 2025
Everyone was very... - Everyone was very informative about the area and let us know about crystal river area. Easy check in and the guys at the boat dock were super nice.
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Veronica_d
Jul 11, 2024
Great experience-nature, comfortable kayaks, and manatees! - Amazing Kayaking Experience! Easy check-in process. The staff requires all participants to review two information videos before the rental. The drive is a short 2 minutes from that location to the actual loading dock area. The Tandem kayak was so sturdy and comfortable. The back rests were delightful! We saw many manatees during our kayaking experience-even though it was "off season" for them. We enjoyed Three Sisters Springs-the water was so clear and cold! We continued down different kayaking paths and enjoyed the beautiful nature around us. Make sure you ask about "The Waterfront Social" which is a nice stop during kayaking. They have a full drink and food menu-the staff were very friendly! Overall, great experience!
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1969beachbum
Jul 10, 2024
Enjoyable Day - Had an enjoyable experience with Paddles Outdoor company. They were very friendly and helpful. Smiling faces I would book with this company again. Three Sisters Springs is very pretty and unique. This is a very nice way to spend the day, relaxing and being able to see beautiful scenery
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N7373rkjeremys
Jun 27, 2024
Staff was great! - Excellent experience! Staff was very friendly and helpful in picking out the package we needed. Right down to restaurant recommendations on the water.
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Theresa_w
May 28, 2024
Amazing - It was so beautiful and the springs were amazing. I have to say the seats in the kayak were so comfortable- both my husband and I were impressed! The staff was so friendly and helpful!
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Rustyturn
Aug 7, 2022
We Saw Manatees! - We enjoyed swimming in Three Sisters. My advice is to watch the videos at home and sign the forms at home so you don't have to wait at the shop. Get there as early as you can. The parking at the launch park is limited. The later you get there the further away you will park. Oh, and drive to the park yourself. Go straight to Three Sisters first as it will get really crowded quickly. Then follow the route on the map provided to the other springs.
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Vivekse1768qx
Mar 3, 2025
Fun kayaking ride - We had a great time kayaking at Crystal River. We arrived late for our 4-hour rental but were lucky to get additional hours thanks to the staff. We didn't see a lot of manatee's but were fortunate to find one swimming right besides us when we were leaving to return. Overall a fun experience!
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Jessicams4376rd
Jun 18, 2023
Time of my life (this week) - Quite the adventure! We were launched in a stormy, windy sea of thunder and lightening. We were not alone. Motor Boats , kayaks, and snorkel divers all hoping for a manatee sighting. More developed than I had anticipated. Less natural. But! It was fun, it was cheap, exhilarating, whoo hoo! No regrets.
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