Kayak Rentals
We have the largest selection of boats and the closest dock to Three Sisters Springs.
We are the ONLY outfitter located on a canal 8-10 minutes from the Three Sisters Springs. Our customers do not have to go through any wind and chop on Kings Bay to get to the Three Sisters Springs.
We offer a selection of gifts and apparel, alongside kayak accessories such as waterproof bags, phone cases and goggles. You can rent mask/snorkel sets and wetsuits (required if swimming during Manatee Season) from us if needed. Our facilities include changing rooms, portable restrooms, and a water cooler to refill any bottles you may bring for your trip.
We welcome paddlers with all levels of experience, from first timers to hard-worn adventurers.
Reservations are recommended, so please call us to make a booking.
Welcome back!
We are open
We have resumed the business of getting you out in the fresh air and on the water.
We have made some changes
In order to facilitate social distance guidelines we have altered our procedures, and appreciate your cooperation with us on this.
Please note that MASKS OR FACE COVERINGS WILL BE REQUIRED when on our premises.
If this is you first visit, you must watch the rules and regulations video lower down this page before arriving.
Call us on 352-795-2255 for more information
Get in touch with us if you have any queries or would like to make a reservation.
Rental Information
Minimum age to go on a kayak is 2 years old. 16-18 year olds can go out unaccompanied, but need to have their waiver form signed by an adult.
We are pet friendly! Pets can go into the springs on a boat, but are not allowed in the water.
The maximum number of people allowed on a boat is determined by its number of seats (so one person on a single kayak only, etc). Triple kayaks are only suitable for two adults and a child 5 years or younger, or one adult with two small children.
All kayaks are weight dependent. We will fit the boats to your needs.
We recommend bringing non-disposable bottles/packaging. Please do not bring glass.
Alcohol is not permitted - both prior to your visit and while on the water.
You can launch your own paddle craft with us: $8 per boat. Anyone doing so will still need to complete a waiver form at the desk and have watched the Manatee Manners video (see below).
Manatee Season: Nov 15 - Mar 31
During Manatee Season, Three Sisters Springs is closed to kayaking.
You can tie up your paddlecraft at a designated area near the entrance to swim inside, but please be aware that USFWS may temporarily close the springs to swimmers as well.
Manatees can be seen here year round.
We have a resident population that can be seen in the bay during the warmer months.
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.
