2.5 Hour Kayaking with Manatee and History Tour in Tarpon Springs | 2 hours 30 minutes

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2.5 Hour Kayaking with Manatee and History Tour in Tarpon Springs
2 Adults x $68.00
$136.00
Approx Total
$136.00

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Use of the kayak, paddle and life jacket
  • Snacks

Overview

Experience a once in a lifetime opportunity of kayaking with Manatees. Start at our launch then paddle past the historic Sponge Docks, learning about the area's unique history. Then, enter the mangroves and learn all about their important role as part of Florida's coastal ecosystems. Float into the freshwater spring to join the Manatees in the warm water. Your guide will instruct you on how to safely navigate the water so you do not disturb these protected mammals. Then work your way back while the guide continues to point out wildlife along the way.

Meeting points

Please meet 15 minutes before the tour begins. You will find free parking at the address. If you have crossed the bridge, and are driving north, you have gone too far.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks

    Our wildlife experts will guide you through the mangroves, spotting wildlife along the way. You'll enjoy the peace and quiet as you drift along the river learning about the precious ecosystems that surround us here in Florida. Of course, there will be some time to float by the historic sponge docks in Tarpon Springs.

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

April 29100% refund
April 30No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Wonderful day kayaking in Tarpon Springs

Published on Jan, 2025

Julie/Guide/Owner was outstanding. Very knowledgeable, passionate, attentive, and helpful. Learned a lot about local wildlife. Saw several dozen roosting pelicans. Saw approaching 100 surfacing events with the manatees. Saw 4 dolphins playing chase and jumping games. Saw a variety of birds. Reasonably priced was a bonus.

Sponge Dock/Manatee kayak trek

Published on Jan, 2025

Julie was very knowledgeable about many of the birds and animals on the trek. We saw several manatees and enjoyed spending several minutes with them observing their playful nature. The trek was pretty casual and we learned about the history along the Sponge Docks.

The best experience. Hands down.

Published on Dec, 2024

Julie was so great! She reached out ahead of time to make sure I was prepared. The experience itself was totally amazing. I plan to bring my husband back and do it again. We saw so many manatees and she was very familiar with all of the them; even before name! My I had such a peaceful time. Definitely a good workout. We also had to return Santa Jaws to his home!

super relaxing and saw...

Published on Dec, 2024

super relaxing and saw lots of animals! Julia is very supportive and knowledgeable. Very good family experience with reasonable price!

Great day kayaking through Spongetown!

Published on Mar, 2024

The trip was amazing. We saw so many birds and fish. We even saw manatees. Julie showed us the sponge docks and explained quite a bit of history. I highly recommend this trip.

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