Price from:
35 USD
Experience the Natural Beauty of the Weeki Wachee!
*Embark on a journey down one of the most popular spring-fed rivers in Florida, known for the astounding clarity of its waters and the abundance of wildlife it hosts.*
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Duration & Rates
**Float time is +/- 1.5 hours.**
*Guests are asked to complete their journey in 2 hours from their reservation time.*
- **Sit-On Single Kayak** (Holds 1 Person): **$35**
- **Tandem Kayak** (Holds 2 People): **$51**
- **Stand Up Paddle Board** (Holds 1 Person): **$35**
*Pricing above does not include tax.*
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Description
***Location***
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
6131 Commercial Way
Spring Hill, FL 34606
***Arrival***
Your trip will begin at our ramp accessed through the northwest corner of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park's lot (do not enter through the general admissions gate). Our friendly staff will greet you, assist you with filling out waivers (if you have not done so online), check any bags for disposables and alcohol, and fit you with life jackets and paddles. You will then take a short 2-minute walk to the water's edge where you will enter your kayak for a 2.8 mile float down the State Park's waters.
***Return Transportation to the Park***
Your journey will end at the State Park pullout located 2.8 miles downriver. Be aware that there is a flight of steps that must be climbed from the retrieval docks to the shuttle parking area. Here, you will board one of our shuttle vans for a quick trip back to your vehicle.
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Policies
- Must be 18+ to book. Ages 18 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
- **Disposable items and alcohol are not permitted to be taken onto the Weeki Wachee River.** This includes any item that is single-use (plastic waterbottles, plastic bags, candy wrappers, papers, foils, etc), so please pack accordingly. Reusable food and drink containers should be used alternatively. **Bags will be checked before departure, and these items will have to be returned to your vehicle or disposed of.** Thank you for helping us keep the river beautiful!
- Pets are not permitted to launch from the State Park. Only legal service animals are allowed, not emotional support pets.
- Please make it a point to be on time for your reservation. **Reservations more than 15 minutes late will be cancelled and will not be eligible for a refund.** If you are going to be late, give us a call at 352-597-8484, and we will do our best to assist. **Our ramp closes promptly 30 minutes after last rental availability, and we cannot launch any additional boats after this time.**
- Paddles and PFD’s will be provided, PFD’s are to be worn when launching from the Launch Ramp and is to be returned upon arrival at the Pullout ramp. Any damage(s) to paddles or PFD’s will result in a $50 fine.
- Boats must be returned on time. Your boat is due back at the pullout ramp 2 hours from your scheduled start time. **WFA reserves the right to charge a $50/boat late fee for boats returned more than 15 minutes late.**
- **Swimming or exiting your boat is not allowed,** as this adventure completely takes place on State Park property.
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About
Weeki Freshwater Adventures is the only kayak and paddleboard rental facility located on the river at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park in Florida. Enjoy a journey out onto the gorgeous waters of one of the top recreational water sports destinations.
Booking Notes
**We are now a non-disposable location. Absolutely no single-use disposable items will be allowed on the river. This includes but is not limited to: Plastic, Styrofoam, and Food Wrappers. All drinks and food must be in permanent containers.**
##How to make your adventure enjoyable
- Ensure every participant fills out the Risk Acknowledgment
- Arrive 15-30 minutes before your scheduled reservation. For first availability reservations, please note that the gate opens 10-15 minutes prior to first launch time.
- Dress appropriately for the weather.
- Apply sunscreen before you go paddling.
- If you rented boats with us, they are due back 2 hours after your reservation.
- Make sure you are hydrated and bring water with you (In a non-disposable container).
- Check the weather before hand and understand the risks.
- If you are going to be late call (352) 597-8484 and we will do our best to accommodate.
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##Emergencies on the water
The emergency number, 352-596-8856, is visible on the watercraft if needed while on the water.
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##Rules
- Must be 18 years or older to rent.
- Do not harass or touch any wildlife especially Manatees.
- Do not enter private property at anytime. This includes most docks along the river. Legal action could be taken by property owners.
- All rentals must be back down river at the the designated pickup within 2 hours of your schedule reservation or a late fee may be charged.
- No drugs or alcohol allowed
- No pets allowed
- No swimming or exiting your boat at any time.
- Non-Disposable Policy(Effective January 1st, 2019)
- Cooler and bags will be checked.
- In our continuing effort to preserve and protect the environment and wildlife, we will be enforcing a non-disposable policy.
- Absolutely no disposable items will be allowed on the river. This includes but not limited to: Plastic or - All drinks and food must be in permanent containers.
- No coolers bigger than 10"" x 10"" x 10"".
- No smoking.
