Fishing Guided Kayak Tour
2 Hours | Ages 3+ | Reservations Required
Overview
Activity details
Join Your Guide for a Kayak Adventure in the Beautiful Crystal River Preserve!
- Depart at 9AM and 1PM
What's included
Our guided kayak fishing trip is a two hour fishing excursion in Crystal River Preserve State Park, an area world famous for fishing. Manatee Mike, our experienced guide will take you to the best fishing spots for an unforgettable day on the water. Common fish caught in the area include snapper, trout, snook and many more. These fishing trips can either be in the main river or at Crystal Cove, but may be decided by the guide depending on conditions.
Ten people max per tour. Equipment provided if needed.
Additional information
What to bring
- Water
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Bugspray
Special requirements
- All guests must follow all Florida Fishing Laws for license requirements. You can find those requirements here
- Must have the ability to follow visual and/or verbal instruction independently or with the assistance of a companion.
- Must have the ability to withstand exposure to the outdoors for the entirety of the rental period, this includes sun exposure on the water, currents/wave action, and exposure to insects.
- Must have the ability to operate a watercraft independently, which includes paddling against and with a current, entry/exit of the paddle craft, and maneuvering the watercraft around other vessels.
- Have the ability to tolerate 72-degree water and bright sunlight for 2 hours or more while paddling without disturbing the river bottom
- Have the ability to survive in the water without the paddle craft independently or with the assistance of a companion in the event of falling or flipping off the paddle craft
- Have the ability to remain seated, maneuver, and balance independently or with the assistance of a companion or with the use of adaptive equipment
Disclaimers
- Minimum 2 guests to operate the tour.
- Participants must be 3 years of age and older.
- Participants under 12 must be in the same vessel as their parent or guardian.
- Guests are encouraged to familiarize themselves with our cancellation policies on the checkout page to follow before booking.
- For your personal safety, animals are not allowed in kayaks unless they are service animals.
FAQs
*Rates are based on double-occupancy in a tandem kayak. Single kayaks will be limited based on group size and equipment availability.
- The above rates include boat, lifejacket, and paddle rental for the trip.
- Gratuity for your kayak guide is not included in the above rates. Customary gratuity is 18-25% for exceptional service. Gratuity can be in cash or by card.
Cancellations
Guest Tour Cancellations
Guided kayak trips must be cancelled no less than 48 hours before your scheduled tour start time to be eligible for a full refund. Cancellations within a 48 hour window will be re-booked to a future time. No call no shows will not be eligible for a refund or to re-book once the scheduled tour time has past.
Weather Cancellations
Tours depart rain or shine, so please arrive prepared with a poncho or raincoat. If lightning is reported within 5 miles of the launch area, your tour guide will postpone or cancel the trip, depending on weather reports. If the trip is cancelled by Crystal River Preserve Adventures for any reason (including weather), a full refund will be issued. If lighting is not detected, but the guest decides to postpone, the trip will be re-booked to a future time.
Re-booking a Trip
Trips eligible to be re-booked may be scheduled up to one year out from the original departure date.