Wekiva River Kayak Explorer
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Important...Due to high demand and small group sizes, our tours sell out quickly. To get your preferred date and avoid missing out, we highly recommend booking as soon as possible.
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What's Included?
- Professional guide
- Your choice of a single or double sit-on-top kayak
- Lifejackets (mandatory)
- Bottled water and a snack
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- Gratuities for your guide
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What to Wear?
What to Bring?
Cancellation Policy
Guide Qualifications
Recent Reviews
W K
February 9, 2026
We went for the small group Wekiva river kayaking. Very chill and quiet tour. We've seen variety of birds, some tortoises and a few alligators, learnt about local flora and fauna - great experience :)Jimi was a great guide, we definitely recommend this tour!
Wojciech Korek
January 27, 2026
We went for the small group Wekiva river kayaking. Very chill and quiet tour. We've seen variety of birds, some tortoises and a few alligators, learnt about local flora and fauna - great experience :)
Holly Holt
April 12, 2025
We are exuberant after an incredible day of paddling with Jimi. Blackwater Creek became alive as Jimi passionately shared his abundant knowledge re ecosystems, wildlife, and the environment. We experienced a taste of “old Florida” as we encountered a range of baby alligators to 1…
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