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Clear Kayak Sunset Tour at Three Sisters Springs, FL - Tampa

Clear Kayak Sunset Tour at Three Sisters Springs, FL

Crystal Rivereasy

Difficulty

easy

Duration

2–3 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for beginners and casual paddlers; basic balance and paddling skills recommended.

Overview

Paddle crystal-clear waters at Three Sisters Springs in a transparent kayak and witness a breathtaking sunset glow. Discover Florida's aquatic life and enjoy an unforgettable twilight adventure.

Water Activities
Crystal River, Florida

Clear Kayak Three Sisters Springs Sunset & Glow Tour

April 1st Through November 14th

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About This Adventure

There's no better way to experience the beauty of Crystal River than with Sunsets, Three Sisters Springs, and Glow Tours in ALL Clear Kayaks.#

  This one-of-a-kind night tour gives you the best of both worlds in Crystal River.  You will tour the world famous Three Sisters Springs and then venture to catch a sunset before the second half of your tour begins.  After catching one of our spectacular sunsets, we turn the lights on the kayaks to see EVERYTHING that is going on below the surface!  You have the possibility of spotting various kinds of wildlife we have to offer here, such as manatees, dolphins, turtles, fish, various birds, and many different species of fish.  This is an amazing tour and has limited space, so book today and don’t miss out! Sorry, no pets are allowed on any of our tours. Ages 3 & up only.

About

What To Expect You will journey out to some of the clearest water in the world in our ALL clear kayaks with one of our amazing LOCAL guides. You will enter into the Famous 3 Sisters Springs and see all it has to offer. You will learn about our ecosystem and possibly spot local wildlife such as manatees, turtles, various birds, dolphins, and many species of fish. The Tour then leads out to our main bay "Kings Bay" where you will watch the Beautiful sunset of Crystal River. After this, you will be led to a different chain of Springs where you will turn on your lights and see the magnificent Clear Water Glowing through your ALL Clear Kayak. Manatee season ends March 31st, but we have resident manatees that live here year round. Manatee sightings are not guaranteed from April 1st - November 14th, but we definitely go to various springs. This is the NUMBER one tour in Florida for spring hunters. Don't miss out and reserve your spot today!

ALL Clear Kayak Tours Our tour includes an ALL Clear Kayak, life vest, paddles, and one of our amazing LOCAL guides! The clear kayaks are all tandem vessels, partners are required. All guests must be under 250 pounds each and when picking their partner must be under 425 pounds together. If you have an odd numbered group, you will be paired with an adult from another odd numbered group. Each party involving minors (ages 3-12) must have another member age 13+ to pair with their children; minors are not permitted to be paired with another party. There must be an adult, 18 plus years of age for any minors under 18 to participate. If the entire tour has an odd number of guests, one person may be set up as a single rider in the double clear kayak. No exceptions will be made.

Important Information

We require that you arrive 30 minutes prior to your reservation time. There is a short video (required by FWC) and waivers to sign before send out.

This tour operates from April 1st through November 14th of each year. There is a $5.00 per vessel launch fee that is charged at checkout.

THERE IS NO SWIMMING ON OUR CLEAR KAYAK TOURS!  It is extremely difficult to get on and off of the clear kayaks so we do not allow swimming on our clear kayak tours.

There are no shoes allowed on our clear kayaks.  You will leave your shoes at the launch location and can put them back on at the end of the tour. 

What to Bring

We recommend lightweight long pants, long sleeve shirt, sunscreen, bug spray, hat, polarized sunglasses, a towel, and dry clothes.

Adventure Tips

Bring a waterproof flashlight

Enhance your night paddling experience and safely navigate the waters after sunset.

Wear insect repellent

Mosquitoes can be active near the springs at dusk, so apply repellent to stay comfortable.

Use reef-safe sunscreen

Protect your skin and the fragile aquatic ecosystem by applying environmentally friendly sunscreen.

Dress in layers

Evenings can get cool on the water—bring a light jacket or long-sleeve shirt.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • West Indian Manatees
  • Ospreys

History

Three Sisters Springs has been a vital natural refuge for native wildlife and an important cultural site for local indigenous tribes.

Conservation

Efforts are ongoing to protect the water quality and manatee habitats, with visitors encouraged to respect guidelines minimizing human impact.

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Recommended Gear

Waterproof phone case

Essential

Protect your phone from water while capturing stunning photos on the tour.

Quick-dry clothing

Essential

Stay comfortable and dry in warm weather conditions during your kayak trip.

summer specific

Light jacket

Provides warmth during cooler evenings on the water.

fall specific

Reusable water bottle

Essential

Stay hydrated throughout the paddle with an eco-friendly water bottle.