Lucas Outdoors is where you want to shop for a kayak if you want above and beyond excellent…read morecustomer service as well as great products! My husband and I have been wanting to get a Hammerhead kayak and got in touch with Mr. Burns at Lucas Outdoors. Even though his company is on the western side of Florida and we live on the eastern side of Florida, he met us half way to help us save shipping. THE BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE!!! Mr. Burns was the most helpful, courteous, person I have met. He helped get our kayaks completely set up and ready to go as well as made sure we had them secured before heading home. I plan to buy from Lucas Outdoors in the future and highly recommend his business for all your kayak needs.

From the owner: Certified Hammerhead kayak dealer The only interchangeable…read moredrive kayak on the market

MANATEES ARE MAGICAL! We saw well over 30+ manatees on our late January kayaking outing. We rented…read morea 2-seater top kayak (comes w paddles and life vests). And from the staff to the dock hands, to the quality of the vessel and cleanliness of the shop: 10/10. A guide handed us a laminated map (nice touch) and told us where to head for manatee sightings. And even pointed us to a cove that homes a lot of turtles and alligators. We saw it all! They have volunteers overseeing the 3 sisters springs, to help monitor the safety of the manatees (and scold ignorant people lol). Great time! If you're unsure, let me assure you.. just book.

Very friendly and knowledgeable staff, easy entry point for a day on the river. Great time…read morekayaking with the manatees!

A great place to buy bait and get some good conversation with expert anglers in Crystal River…read moreFlorida

Stopped by here for bait last week. Had a great conversation with the owner and got some great…read morebait for reasonable prices. This is my new go-to bait store.

We rented kayaks instead of doing the guided tours in late August. Everything went smoothly;…read moreoverall, we're very happy with Aardvarks. The kayaks we got for the day were wonderful & not cheap/uncomfortable like the ones most kayak rental places give you. We kept on getting compliments from strangers about our rental kayaks. Matt & Susan of Aardvarks were so nice and helpful. It's always great to deal with businesses that are passionate about what they do. Their shop is fully stocked with everything you need before getting on the river. Aardvarks sell really nice kayaks & stand-up paddle boards. For party of 6 or more, call the store for a group rate.

SPOT ON Kayak Training! I've been doing recreational…read morekayaking in Kentucky for several years. After moving to the area / new environment, I thought it would be a good idea to receive some formal training & I'm so glad I did! I attended two classes: Intro to Kayaking & the Kayak Safety and Rescue classes. Intro to Kayaking: I quickly learned there was a lot more than just simply jumping into your kayak! Important things like; How to get in/out of your kayak without looking like a dummy! How to correctly hold & use your paddle (your arms will thank you!); and different paddling techniques (that will help you in various situations). Kayak Safety and Rescue: This class is a must for anyone who kayaks! Not only do you learn how to help yourself, you learn how to help your fellow kayakers! I HIGHLY recommend both classes. Aardvark's instructor (Matt) is an experienced kayaker & Eco Tour Guide - and a OUTSTANDING (and patient) instructor. I feel more confident with my new kayaking skills and can't wait to explore the area!

We had an amazing time on the ecotour with RiverWitch Kayaking. My family and I did the two-hour…read moremorning tour, and Ursula was fantastic. She is incredibly knowledgeable about the local ecosystem and all the plants, birds, fish, mammals, and everything that lives within it. She truly is a master naturalist, and her enthusiasm made the experience even more engaging. The boat launch was easy to find, and the kayaks were in excellent condition--clearly well maintained. They've really thought of everything to make the experience smooth and enjoyable. It was also an easy drive from the Mt. Dora area, and we're already looking forward to going back again!

RiverWitch Kayak Rentals is the best outfitter I've worked with in a long time. We are new to the…read moreSpace Coast, having traveled south for a quick vacation, so we just took a chance on RiverWitch. They got us on the water in a beautiful spot, with instructions on seeing incredible wildlife within minutes. We paddled for hours, eventually floating into a dolphin pod that played around our boat. We saw millions of birds in the mangroves, and enjoyed the serenity of the river adjacent to their shop. Apparently they will deliver, too, so there are many options. I can't say enough great things about the quality of the boats, the natural setting, and the people who work there. Anna from Connecticut

Got to visit this tour while in Florida this summer. Was a fun experience and would definitely…read morerecommend it. We ended up taking a few different tours on this trip and this was one of the best. The Weeki water is so clear and fresh. Will be back soon!

Great customer service and quality gear. Not only do the owners know their stuff but they love the…read moreriver. The location puts you much closer to the nicer spots of the river than at Rogers Park. Recommended local business