Manatee Season Clear Kayak Tour in Tarpon Springs
by Get Up And Go Kayaking Tampa Bay
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$138Overview
This two-hour clear kayak tour takes place in Tarpon Springs during manatee season, when these animals gather in the warmer waters. The tour begins by paddling across the Anclote River to a mangrove island. Here, the guide points out local wildlife such as birds, crabs, and sometimes dolphins. The guide also explains the history of the nearby Sponge Docks and their connection to the Greek culture of the area. Occasionally, sponge boats can be seen on the river. Next, the tour continues through the bayous, passing Victorian-style mansions built by early settlers in the 19th century. There is a stop at Craig Park, located in the center of Tarpon Springs. The final part of the tour leads into Spring Bayou, a warm-water area known as a sanctuary for manatees during the cooler months. From the clear kayak, participants watch for manatees surfacing for air near the Golden Crescent area. The guide provides information about wildlife and local history throughout the trip and answers questions. The tour includes clear kayaks, paddles, seats, life jackets, whistles, and the use of dry bags to keep belongings dry. Wildlife sightings depend on conditions and are not guaranteed. For safety, there is a weight limit of 250 pounds per guest and a combined limit of 425 pounds for two people in a tandem kayak.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Anclote River and Mangrove Island
Paddle across the Anclote River to a mangrove island that hosts a variety of wildlife including birds, crabs, and sometimes dolphins. The guide discusses the history of the Sponge Docks and the local sponging industry. Sightings of sponge boats in the river are possible but not guaranteed. This stop lasts about 15 minutes.
15 min
Craig Park
Paddle through the bayous of Tarpon Springs and stop at Craig Park in the town center. Along the way, pass Victorian-style mansions built by the area’s first settlers in the 19th century. This stop also lasts about 15 minutes.
15 min
Spring Bayou
Continue to Spring Bayou, a warm-water sanctuary where manatees gather during the colder months. From the clear kayak, watch for manatees surfacing for air near the "Golden Crescent". This stop is about 15 minutes long.
15 min
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!
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!
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Manatee Season Clear Kayak Tour in Tarpon Springs
by Get Up And Go Kayaking Tampa Bay
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$138Overview
This two-hour clear kayak tour takes place in Tarpon Springs during manatee season, when these animals gather in the warmer waters. The tour begins by paddling across the Anclote River to a mangrove island. Here, the guide points out local wildlife such as birds, crabs, and sometimes dolphins. The guide also explains the history of the nearby Sponge Docks and their connection to the Greek culture of the area. Occasionally, sponge boats can be seen on the river. Next, the tour continues through the bayous, passing Victorian-style mansions built by early settlers in the 19th century. There is a stop at Craig Park, located in the center of Tarpon Springs. The final part of the tour leads into Spring Bayou, a warm-water area known as a sanctuary for manatees during the cooler months. From the clear kayak, participants watch for manatees surfacing for air near the Golden Crescent area. The guide provides information about wildlife and local history throughout the trip and answers questions. The tour includes clear kayaks, paddles, seats, life jackets, whistles, and the use of dry bags to keep belongings dry. Wildlife sightings depend on conditions and are not guaranteed. For safety, there is a weight limit of 250 pounds per guest and a combined limit of 425 pounds for two people in a tandem kayak.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Anclote River and Mangrove Island
Paddle across the Anclote River to a mangrove island that hosts a variety of wildlife including birds, crabs, and sometimes dolphins. The guide discusses the history of the Sponge Docks and the local sponging industry. Sightings of sponge boats in the river are possible but not guaranteed. This stop lasts about 15 minutes.
15 min
Craig Park
Paddle through the bayous of Tarpon Springs and stop at Craig Park in the town center. Along the way, pass Victorian-style mansions built by the area’s first settlers in the 19th century. This stop also lasts about 15 minutes.
15 min
Spring Bayou
Continue to Spring Bayou, a warm-water sanctuary where manatees gather during the colder months. From the clear kayak, watch for manatees surfacing for air near the "Golden Crescent". This stop is about 15 minutes long.
15 min
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!
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!
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.