Chassahowitzka River Clear Kayak Springs & Manatee Tours
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You’ve probably never heard of it, but once you paddle The Chaz, you’ll never forget it! Tucked away on Florida’s Gulf Coast, the Chassahowitzka River is a spring-fed paradise bursting with wildlife, winding creeks, and hidden gems like The Crack and Seven Sisters Springs. It’s quiet, wild, and totally different from anything you’ve seen in Florida.
We offer two seasonal clear kayak tours here:
Manatee Season Tours (Nov 15–Mar 31): focused on spotting these gentle giants in their natural habitat.
Summer Springs Tours (Apr 1–Nov 14): all about spring-hopping, wildlife, and swimming in stunning freshwater springs.
You’ll paddle through crystal-clear water in a 100% clear kayak with a local guide, spotting fish, birds, turtles - and maybe even a manatee or dolphin. Come see why The Chaz is one of Florida’s best-kept secrets!
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Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for beginner kayakers
Chính sách hủy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cần Quan Tâm
Your adventure begins at Seven Sisters Campground, tucked along a quiet canal just off the main Chassahowitzka River. From there, we’ll paddle to the famous Seven Sisters Springs, where clear water flows over ancient limestone formations. You’ll see natural underwater tunnels connecting the springs—perfect for a little swim or just soaking in the view. Next, we’ll head downstream to Baird Creek, a winding waterway only accessible by small paddle crafts. Surrounded by overhanging trees and untouched wilderness, it feels like stepping into a real-life jungle—many guests say it’s like paddling through a scene from Jurassic Park. This tour offers a mix of stunning spring views, hidden corners of “Old Florida,” and plenty of chances to spot wildlife along the way. Whether you're paddling, swimming, or just floating and taking it all in, it’s an experience you won’t want to miss.
Bao gồm
We will provide everything you need to paddle!
Tandem kayak, life jacket, paddles
Bottled water
Parking Fees
Towels, bathing suits, water shoes, sun glasses, etc.
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Chassahowitzka River Clear Kayak Springs & Manatee Tours
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Enjoying the Chaz with Kat
Vacation567873,,17 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Kat was our leader, and she led us well. We paddled quietly along the river, visited springs and upwellings, and saw many varieties of wildlife up close as she guided us for three fun hours.
Old Florida, Old School
stevegM6605MZ,,7 thg 2, 2026
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5.00It was an absolutely fantastic experience. Cameron was amazing, personable and incredibly knowledgable. My girlfriend, Amy, and I can’t recommend the tour enough!
Guided kayaking tour with Cameron
861breem,,5 thg 2, 2026
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5.00We had a great experience kayaking the Chassahowitzka River on the tour guided by Cameron. He was very informative of the area, birds, fish, manatees and swimming holes. Thank you Cameron for an unforgettable experience.
Manatee heaven!!
250jodyw,,3 thg 2, 2026
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5.00Wonderful magical time!!! We went on the coldest morning in Florida in years. Steam coming off the water. Saw more manatees than we ever dreamed. Tour was awesome! Austin was great
Highly recommend!!
acspohn,,30 thg 1, 2026
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5.00Cameron was a great guide! He shared lots of information about the wildlife and anything else we asked about! He was patient and let us explore wherever we wanted. We were able to see more than 40+ manatee! We would love to come again!
Fantastic manatees, memories and beauty!
Lynda H,,28 thg 1, 2026
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5.00My friends and I had a ball. Crosby was a fantastic guide. He offered much information on the area covering hot springs, caves and manatees. The scenery was breathtaking and we were fortunate to be able to sit and watch many manatees. He also took many photos which were wonderful. Highly recommend! This will have to be an Annual trip for us!
A “Cool” day with the manatees!
899kathyn,,28 thg 1, 2026
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5.00It was a cool day but we had a great time. Our guide was fantastic and we saw manatees up close as well as great bird life. Crosby was our guide and he was attentive to everyone in the group!
Awesome day on the water with the manatees.
Quest15352089678,,6 thg 1, 2026
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5.00Awesome experience! Crosby was quite knowledgeable about manatees and knew exactly where they would be. He was accommodating to whatever we wanted to do. Plenty of time for pictures.
A memorable and one-of-a-kind experience
d0nauw,,28 thg 12, 2025
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4.00We had a wonderful experience overall. The fee was slightly higher due to manatee season; however, the tour was calm, memorable, and well worth it. The clear kayak made the experience incredibly immersive—you truly feel like part of nature, especially while paddling through the springs where the water is remarkably clear. We greatly appreciated our tour guide, Cat. She was very knowledgeable about the area and thoughtfully planned an excellent route. She warned us about the tides, guided us through the springs, and taught us how to listen for and observe wildlife respectfully. We joined the 9:00 a.m. tour, which turned out to be the best time to spot manatees due to reduced sun glare on the water. We would recommend bringing a pair of polarized sunglasses to easier viewing. Although there were not large crowds—likely because the weather had been unusually warm the day before—we were fortunate to see several manatees resting, including a mother and her calf. In addition, we saw an incredible variety of bird species, many of which I had never seen in person before. It felt like a childhood dream come true, as if the animals had stepped right out of an encyclopedia. There was an option to swim in the springs, but we chose not to this time since we were driving long distances later that day. That said, I would absolutely love to return. Nature has so much to offer, and experiences like this remind us of the importance of respecting and protecting the environment.
Wow!
kambram2023,,19 thg 12, 2025
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5.00Fabulous! Very knowledgeable guide and tour was amazing. Saw manatees, otter, alligator, birds, fish, crabs, beautiful waters (including springs) and foliage. A must-do if you are in the area!
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