Silver Springs Kayaking: Year-Round Wildlife Adventure

Embark on a thrilling kayak tour at Silver Springs in Florida, where you’ll explore the stunning waterways and encounter a diverse range of wildlife, including manatees, monkeys, alligators, and more!

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Silver Springs - We will paddle the Fort King loop, looking at all the wildlife along the way. We typically see turtles, manatees, alligators(at a safe distance) and monkeys.
What's Included
  • Two Person Tandem available upon request with 2 single purchase
  • Kayak and paddle, life vest/whistle, dry bags for wallet, keys, and phone
  • Local knowledgeable guide
What's Not Included
  • Sunscreen(recommend 50+ spf), water and light snack(if needed)
  • Tip for your guide(if you had an amazing time!)
  • Parking fees
  • Sunglasses(polarized preferred) to see underwater better
  • Hat
Additional Information

Silver Springs kayaking is available throughout the year, offering a wonderful adventure whenever you’re ready! The manatee season runs from November to March, but there are 7 manatees that reside in Silver Springs all year, providing a chance to spot them anytime. Regardless of when you choose to embark on the tour, you can expect stunning blue,…

Location
5656 E Silver Springs Blvd
East Silver Springs Boulevard
Meeting point is to the far right of the big parking lot where the canoe and kayak launch is located. I will be by the staging area against the fence with a company shirt on.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Cathy_r
Mar 8, 2026
Aaron was excellent guide... - Aaron was excellent guide and we enjoyed being on the water with him saw manatees alligaters turtles and birds
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Kathy
Feb 27, 2026
Fun with Aaron and the Manatees - A great trip with a helpful patient and kind guide. He kept the trip fun and educational. I would book with him again!!!
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Kathleen_m
Feb 27, 2026
Great Manatee Adventure - Easy morning with Aaron- a great guide. Not only was he knowledgeable about the wildlife (of which there was plenty) but he takes and shares great photos. A great time on the water.
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Christinan571
Jan 26, 2026
Lots of fun, saw manatees and BIG gators. - My niece and I had the pleasure of taking the Manatee Kayak Tour with AWA Kayak Tours. Our tour guide, Aaron, was informative and had a fun personality. He texted us great directions on how to locate him in the park and quickly responded with any questions I had prior to arrival. I believe Aaron travels to different locations in the Orlando area for dolphin tours as well. I strongly recommend him. Thanks for a great tour Aaron!
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Q3225ictimothyp
Jan 24, 2026
Once in a lifetime experience! - We had such an incredible experience with AWA kayak tours! Aaron was an awesome guide with a great sense of humour. He was extremely knowledgeable regarding local history and the wildlife. I wasn't expecting such abundant wildlife or the opportunity to get so close to so many species. Of course, the manatees were the stars of the show but we saw multiple alligators, several species of turtles and large numbers of birds. All in all, a fantastic few hours in the water and a day our group won't soon forget. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone contemplating a trip to Silver Springs State Park. Jeff, Laura, Cherie and Tim
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Katharinaf836
Dec 31, 2025
Most peaceful place - this was such a peaceful and beautiful experience. my sister and i were on a tour early in the morning in december, we were the only ones in the spring at that time. it was magnificent - the tour guide was so nice and we learned much about the wildlife and the place from him. he gave clear instructions and we felt safe the entire time. totally recommend this tour!
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Ravi
Dec 26, 2025
Must do experience if you are a nature and adventure lover - It was a great experience. Our tour guide Aaron started communicating with us as soon as we reserved our kayak tour. He provided instructions on where to park and when to arrive. He has a great sense of humor. The 1.5 hours tour was worth every penny. We saw manatees, gators, turtles, and various types of birds. Highly recommend this experience.
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Michael11741
Dec 24, 2025
bucket list done - just a great time. was truly amazing got to see them up close right under my boat. Was a wonderful time spending with family on the water
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Marliesrene
Dec 23, 2025
Wonderful experience - What an amazing experience! A beautiful area with insanely clear water. We were lucky and saw several manatees. Also alligators, many turtles and birds seen. Really worth it and Aaron is a super guide!
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Sherpa637926
Nov 27, 2025
Wonderful experience with AWA - Our family of 6 absolutely loved the kayak tour at Silver Springs with Aaron of AWA Kayak. We saw several manatees, including a one month old baby manatee! There were also lots of birds, turtles and a few alligators. Aaron was a great guide! He was very knowledgeable and he made our adventure fun. I highly recommend going with AWA. The kayaks they provide are much better quality than the ones the park provides. And having a guide like Aaron who knows the Springs and understands the animals is very helpful.
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From $65
up to 9 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).