Manatee Discovery Tour

Join us for a kayak tour through the active waterways of the Blue Spring State Park area!

Duration

2 Hours

About

Make close contact with these gentle and lovable creatures in one of the largest winter gathering sites for manatees in Florida. Hundreds of manatees make Blue Spring State Park their winter home during the colder months, and some stay around all year.

Nature surrounds this area on every turn and we often witness alligators and turtles sun-bathing on the shore. A variety of birds, big and small, call this area their home, which makes spotting bold eagles, ospreys, red-shouldered hawks, and other wading birds a common occurrence. With a little luck, we will encounter the occasional river otter swimming in the river. This tour is perfect for families and wildlife enthusiasts.

Included

• A professional, knowledgeable, medically trained, and certified tour guide
• A commitment to make the tour as exciting, challenging, informative, and full as you'd like, and as is possible in a day
• Trail snacks and water
• Top-of-the-line kayak gear

> ⚠️ **IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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> **PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO TOUR BEGIN.

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> **Please check your email on the day of departure** for any updates, as changes to the time or location, or even cancellations due to unfavorable weather, may occur. Additionally, ensure we have your valid email and phone number on file so we can contact you promptly if needed.

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> 💡 **TIP

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> - **Wear quick-dry clothing** and water shoes or flip-flop.

> - **Bring sun protection**, including a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.

> - **Pack a towel and a change of clothes** for after the tour.

> - **Use the restroom before arriving.** Public restrooms are available at Valentine Park, approximately 1 mile before the meeting location.

> - **Bring cash to tip your guide**—they work hard to make your experience awesome!