Silver Springs Paddle Adventure

Silver Springs State Park Fees
- Please note, all guests are required to pay the $4 launch fee per vessel, plus park admission of $2 per person.
- We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes early to account for possible lines when paying park fees.
- This extra time ensures all guests can check in and be fully prepared, including applying sunscreen and being dressed and ready for your adventure!

Booking Confirmation Email
- Once you’ve made your reservation, you will receive a booking confirmation email with all the details for your upcoming adventure, including instructions on how to sign the online waiver.
- Please note that all guests participating must sign the online waiver.

Choose Your Vessel
- Premium Paddle Board
- Kayak Hybrid (Additional $10): Our kayak option features a deluxe kayak seat that sits on top of your paddleboard, along with a carbon fiber kayak paddle, providing you with an enhanced and leisurely adventure on the water.
- Bring Your Own Vessel: This option allows you to bring your own paddleboard or kayak and receive an automatic $20 discount at checkout.

Distance
- 2 Miles

Availability
- Open daily. Reservations are required and must be made at least 12 hours in advance. Please call for same-day reservations.

Experience
- Beginner & Family Friendly, Ages 4+

Fitness Level
- Moderate

Trip Details

Manatee & Monkeys:

• Paddle alongside the gentle giants of the springs and keep an eye out for the unexpectedly playful rhesus monkeys that have made their home at Silver Springs State Park.
• Manatees can be seen year-round at Silver Springs, but the best time to witness these majestic creatures in greater numbers is during manatee season, from November 15th to March 31st. During this cooler period, more manatees seek the warmth of the springs, offering prime opportunities for close-up observations.

Guardian Guides:

• Our certified Guardian Guides prioritize the protection and respect of the endangered manatees we encounter. We strive to create a safe environment, minimizing disturbances and providing insights into their behavior and habitat.
• In our commitment to protecting manatees, we contribute $1 per guest to the Save the Manatee nonprofit organization. By joining us on this adventure, you’re not only experiencing the beauty of Silver Springs but also supporting vital conservation efforts for these incredible mammals.

Discover Underwater Wonders:

• Set off on a bucket-list paddleboarding adventure, exploring one of the largest artesian springs in Florida and the world. Silver Springs is home to the beloved West Indian Manatee, monkeys swaying in the trees above, and a host of other wildlife that will ignite your sense of adventure.
• The enchanting electric blue water reveals aquatic life frolicking below, sunken boats from times past, and even traces of old Hollywood movie history beneath your paddle board.

Wildlife Sightings:

• On this adventure, we observe a remarkable array of wildlife, including birds, fish, turtles, alligators, otters, and fishing birds in the water. This location is known for having one of the most diverse wildlife encounters in Florida.