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Three Sisters Springs Kayak And Swim Eco-Tour Crystal River
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Three Sisters Springs Kayak And Swim Eco-Tour Crystal River
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- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- 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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Keeping you safe during COVID-19
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What you can expect during your visit
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Safety precautions are provided by the tour operator and are not checked by Viator for accuracy
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(888) 651-9785
2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds
Overview
Spend time swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking in crystal-clear waters on this guided eco-tour from Crystal River. Head to Three Sisters Springs for your adventure and keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife like dolphins, manatees, turtles, and otters that live in these freshwater springs. Listen to commentary from your guide about the surrounding ecosystem while you’re out on the water.
- All necessary equipment and instruction is provided
- Learn about the area’s conservation efforts
- Upgrade your tour to include a photo package
- A small group means more attention from your guide
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What's Included
A Crescent Sit-On-Top Kayak, life vest, and one of our fabulous tour guides.
Gratuities
Optional Photo Package For $35
$5.00 Per Person City Kayak/Paddleboard Launch Fee
Departure & Return
469 NE 1st St , 469 NE 1st St, Crystal River, FL 34429, USA
This activity will end right where it started.We are located a few hundred feet off of US 19 in Crystal River on NE 1st Street. We have free parking available and we shuttle you to our launch area which is 1/2 mile away. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO ARRIVE 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE DESIGNATED START TIME OF YOUR TOUR. NO REFUNDS IF YOU ARRIVE LATE FOR TOUR
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Infants must sit on laps
- Service animals allowed
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for small children (under 6)
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- OPERATED BY Paddles Outdoor Rentals
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- 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.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Three Sisters Springs Kayak And Swim Eco-Tour Crystal River?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Three Sisters Springs Kayak And Swim Eco-Tour Crystal River?
A:The policies on social distancing are:
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Three Sisters Springs Kayak And Swim Eco-Tour Crystal River?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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Once in a lifetime experience!!
Wendy_H
, May 2022
We seen lots of manatees on our kayaking trip down the river to the springs. Our tour guide was awesome and very knowledgeable in recognizing we’re the manatees we’re at.
Swimming in the spring...
Doug_B
, May 2022
Swimming in the spring and seeing several manatees our tour guide was awesome was very knowledgeable sought out things for us to see
Worth it
Jane_L
, May 2022
Great time. Guide knew the river. Three sisters was just beautiful but can get crowded. So glad we went out early.
Wonderful
Isabelle_C
, May 2022
We had not the chance of watching some manatees but Taylor , our guide, with all her knowledge of the area made us explore and swim in the springs which was a great experience. We were at high tide and coming back paddling is a workout for the shoulders!!
😎 Smooth Paddling
Courteney_W
, May 2022
The scenery, the sun, all of the nature was a whole vibe.
Taylor was nothing short of an amazing and informative tour guide. It was my first time kayaking and she was made it a comfortable experience ❤️
Great experience
Brianna_B
, Apr 2022
Taylor was a great guide and the springs are gorgeous!! Fun all around and worth the price! No manatees but it was still fun!
Response from Host , May 2022
Thank you for taking the time to write your review. Not sure why you gave a 4 star instead of 5 but we are glad you had so much fun. As you probably read online, manatee season runs from November 14th through March 31st during the colder winter months. During the warmer months, when you came, there are far less and very hard to find out there. That is the main reason this tour is called "Three Sisters Springs Kayak And Swim Eco-Tour". Thanks again and maybe you can return in manatee season and spot some of those incredible animals :)
So much fun!
Sara_P
, Apr 2022
We had a blast! The springs were beautiful, we saw a bunch of wildlife and Taylor, our guide, was great!
Fabulous kayak tour of Three Sisters Spring
sheena_p
, Apr 2022
Fabulous kayak tour with our guide Jess. We loved seeing the springs, manatees, turtles, birds and sights.
Very nice staff and gear.
Pure enjoyment.
Sarah_G
, Apr 2022
Beautiful tour
Nikki_L
, Apr 2022
Swimming with the manatees
Allie_K
, Nov 2021
Me and my sisters went on a Sunday to swim with the manatees and kayak down crystals rivers. This was the coolest experience ever. We got there on the last day the spring we swam in was open. A manatee swam along side our kayaks the whole way there. Then we got to swim and take pictures with many manatees in the spring. The spring wasn’t even that crowded either. Our tour guide was amazing and very nice. I would 110% recommend this to anyone who wants to swim with manatees or even just swim in crystal clear water.
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Amazing time🥰
Becci_C
, Nov 2021
Jessica gave us a wonderful tour and shared amazing photos! We saw a glimpse of Old Florida- flora and fauna galore 🥰
Amazing experience
Stuart_M
, Oct 2021
A truly amazing experience, with a wonderful, friendly guide, a very relaxed paddle through beautiful scenery, would definitely come back during Manatee season in the hope of a sighting, however I would recommend this year round. My wife and I loved it
Totally Awesome
Danny_S
, Oct 2021
The springs were gorgeous and our guide was very knowledgeable in identifying wildlife we saw. We were very pleased with the whole experience and will not only be back we are going to tell all our family and friends to book their Manatee trip with Paddles Outdoor
If you want to see a manatee…
Adam_P
, Aug 2021
So maybe fault of my own, but be prepared if it’s not mating season (Nov-Mar) you will not see a manatee.
The kayak out there was ok took about 30 minutes to get to the springs. The springs are pretty and water is very clear, cold and deep. The spring area is probably half the size of a football field for scale. There are definitely a good amount people in there (50-100)
Tour guide was great and low key.
We found a great spot to eat after. The Seafood Seller, highly
Recommend.
Response from Host , Aug 2021
Adam, are you seriously giving us a 3 star review because you came when it is NOT manatee season, and you didn’t see one?
Our guides are trained very well on how to spot manatees. When it’s the extremely hot summer seasons, there are roughly 30 or so manatees in our 640 acre area. The manatees only come to the surface every 10-15 minutes, so hopefully you could understand why they are so hard to spot during our very hot summer days. It’s not for the lack of service our guides give, but it’s a NATURAL environment and the manatees do not perform like they’re at Sea World for us.
Our guides are amazing, you personally told us you had a great time afterwards, and our service was great. How in the world is that equivalent to a 3 star review? Please give me a call personally on my cell phone at 561-676-3607 to discuss what we could have done better to earn a 5 star review from you. Or maybe you should just change it to the 5 star that our guide earned.
Thank you :)
Cross this off the bucket list
Denise_N
, Jun 2021
From the moment we got into the kayaks until the moment we got out, we had the best time. I was with my grandaughters and had read that most of the manatees leave in early May so did not know if we would see any or not at this time. Josh was our guide and within 10 minutes we were surrounded by them...the girls had four go under their kayaks, it was amazing. One surfaced and snorted within my reach. We were in awe. Three Springs is the most wonderful place, truly magical. Highly recommend this trip!! Thanks Josh, you rock!
Fun day at Crystal River!
BrianMeyer
, May 2021
It was a super fun excursion and Alex was a great guide. The water at three sisters springs was crystal clear and great for snorkeling.
Mermaid Brie is Wonderful!
DENISE_C
, Nov 2020
Brie the mermaid siren was fabulous! She kept us both informed and also entertained. Her knowledge and skills were amazing and I'm sure to become legendary! We'll be back again and again. Don't let Mermaid Brie get away, she's a true gem! Don't forget to ask her about the bagels (or bay gulls)!
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