Clear Kayak Tour of Tarpon Springs | Manatee Season

Tarpon Springs, US
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Highlights

  • Tranquil paddle through beautiful bayous
  • Opportunity to see manatees in Spring Bayou
  • Learn about local history and wildlife
  • Paddle by Victorian-style mansions
  • Chance to spot dolphins and various birds

Meeting Point

We launch from Belle Harbour Marina located at 307 Anclote Rd, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689 Please park in the Belle Harbour Marina parking lot. Walk through the main entrance and continue straight until you reach the water. Then, make a right and look for the floating dock with the clear kayaks!

Meeting point

307 Anclote Rd, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689 , United States

End point

End Point

We launch from Belle Harbour Marina located at 307 Anclote Rd, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689 Please park in the Belle Harbour Marina parking lot. Walk through the main entrance and continue straight until you reach the water. Then, make a right and look for the floating dock with the clear kayaks!

Meeting point

307 Anclote Rd, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Anclote River

We'll paddle across the Anclote river and visit a mangrove island that is home to a wide variety of wildlife. Keep your eyes peeled for a variety of birds, crabs, and even a dolphin! We'll also talk about the Sponge Docks and the history of the sponging in Tarpon Springs. If you're lucky, you may even see a sponge boat in the Anclote River! Wildlife sightings are at random and not guaranteed.

Duration 15 minutes
2

Craig Park

You'll paddle through the beautiful bayous of Tarpon Springs, stopping at Craig Park, which is at the very heart of Tarpon Springs. You'll paddle by the incredible Victorian-style mansions from the town's first settlers in the 19th Century.

Duration 15 minutes
3

Spring Bayou

You'll be on the lookout for manatees as your guide leads the way to Spring Bayou - where you'll take in the views of "Golden Crescent" right from your clear kayak! Be on the lookout for manatees as they surface for air. Manatees use the warmer water of Spring Bayou as a sanctuary during the winter months.

Duration 15 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

  • Additional information
    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Additional information
    Not recommended for participants with spinal injuries
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    Not recommended for pregnant participants
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    Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
  • Additional information
    Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Additional information
    For your safety, we have a weight limit of 250 lbs per guest, and a combined limit of 425 lbs for two people in a tandem kayak
Provided by Get Up And Go Kayaking - Tampa Bay

What our experts say

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    Visit the Sponge Docks after the tour.
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    Pack a waterproof camera for photos.
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    Check the weather for optimal kayaking.
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    Arrive early to secure parking spot.
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    Wear sunscreen, even on cloudy days.

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