Crystal River Kayak Co. 
& Dive Center
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& Dive Center
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OPEN 7 Days a Week

  CLICK THE 'BOOK NOW' BUTTON TO MAKE A RESERVATION 

LAUNCH AND RETURN TO THE SAME DOCK 

      ALL KAYAKS MUST RETURN BY 3:30 PM 

IF YOU HAVE A RESERVATION 

YOU MUST BE HERE BY 1:00PM IN ORDER TO LAUNCH 

     SELF LAUNCHES $15 per Vessel, must book online. 

*NO SWIMMING FROM CLEAR KAYAKS, OR CANOES  

 CALL 352-795-2255 WITH QUESTIONS

Cancellation Policy for rentals and tours: Must cancel 48 hours ahead of reservation start time by email or phone call.  

                    

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Clear Bottom Kayaks

Our clear bottom kayaks deliver the same stunning underwater views with improved durability and performance. The transparent floor lets you see all the marine life below, while the solid hull provides better stability and longevity for countless adventures.


Take a tour or go out on your own!

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We Help You Launch!

First time kayaking? No worries! Our crew assists every guest who launches from our dock. Let us take away the fear and anxiety of getting in and out of your boats so you can put more time and energy into doing what we love best... having fun!

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LAUNCH YOUR OWN $15/BOAT RESERVATION ONLY

FIRST COME FIRST SERVE! Due to parking we are having to limit our allotted self launches a day. All self launch boats must be here by 1:00pm and return by 3:30 pm to load boats and be off our lot by 4pm. We lock the gate.  

Please reserve your launch by hitting BOOK NOW in the top right corner. 

Manatee Manners for Paddlers

"Manatee Manners" video for paddlers,

from the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.


This video is mandatory viewing if intending to paddle into the National Wildlife Refuge.


Watching this prior to arriving will speed up your time in our office. Please ensure your entire group has seen it if you have.

Manatee Manners for Swimmers

"Manatee Manners" video for swimmers,

from the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.


This video is mandatory viewing if intending to swim in the National Wildlife refuge.


Watching this prior to arriving will speed up your time in our office. Please ensure your entire group has seen it if you have. 

Manatee Rules & Regulations

The following actions are NOT allowed:

  • Chasing or pursuing a manatee.
  • Disturbing or touching a resting or feeding manatee.
  • Diving from the surface onto a resting or feeding manatee.
  • Cornering or surrounding a manatee.
  • Riding, holding, grabbing, pinching, poking, prodding or stabbing a manatee with anything, including your hands and feet.
  • Standing on a manatee.
  • Separating a mother and calf or separating a group of manatees.
  • Giving manatees anything to eat and drink.
  • Actively initiating contact with belted/tagged manatees and associated gear, including any belts, harnesses, tracking devices and antennae.
  • Interfering with rescue and research activities.


In addition to the above prohibited activities, the following waterborne activities are prohibited within Three Sisters Springs from November 15th to March 31st:

  • Scuba diving and fishing, including with hook and line, 


Paddle craft are prohibited from Three Sisters Springs from November 15th through March 31st, or later if emergency closures are in place.

Waiver Form

When you arrive we will have the waiver forms to fill out electronically at the desk and available electronically prior to arrival .

Here is our waiver if you wish to go over it before your rental/tour. 

Please fill out waivers electronically through the waiver link provided when you book. 

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Please call us with any questions

Crystal River Kayak Company

1420 SE US Hwy 19, Crystal River, Florida 34429

(352) 795-2255

Open seven days a week

Open today

08:00 am – 04:00 pm

Please be advised that we close early on days of heavy rains and thunder storms. Please call ahead if in doubt.


We are open year round with the exception of two days: Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. 


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