About AWA Kayaking
AWA means Adventures with Aaron!
I’ve been guiding these tours for years. I grew up with the adventure bug, here in Seminole County Florida, and my love for wildlife and photography has taken me on so many expeditions. I run AWA Kayak Tours, and I wants to share some of my favorites with you!
AWA Kayak Tours is all about getting into nature, and enjoying the wild side in this domesticated world. If you’re seeking your next, or even first, adventure I’d be happy to take you on a tour through some of Florida’s most extraordinary waters.
I'm CPR and First-Aid Certified; so you can be confident of your safety during my tours.
Our FAQs
What should I wear?
- Swimsuit/something you are okay with getting wet
- Water shoes or flip flops
- Hat
- Sunglasses (polarized preferred)
- Straps for sunglasses and eyeglasses
- Based on weather a light jacket
What should I bring?
- Sunblock (spf 45+)
- Bug spray
- Water and light snack
- Waterproof camera or waterproof case for your phone
- Dry clothes and towel for after
- Gratuity for your guide
Will I get wet?
- Our kayaks are very stable, but accidents do happen
- We remain in the kayaks throughout the tour
- Tours are rain or shine, but sometimes we do get a little wet
What is provided?
- Knowledgeable guide
- Kayak with paddle
- PFD (life jacket) and safety whistle
- Lights for evening tours
- Dry Bags for the little items in your pocket that you don’t want to get wet, like your phone and keys
Will we see wildlife?
Depending on the tour, we may see turtles, lots of aquatic life, birds, otters, alligators, deer, manatees, and monkeys. With all wildlife we’ll practice passive observation; so, we observe from a safe distance to respect their space.
What is my cancellation policy?
AWA cancellation due to bad weather conditions including high winds and temperatures below 40 degrees will be fully refunded or offered a reschedule for the same tour. Please contact the office to make arrangements.
Customer cancellations within 24 hours before launch will receive a full refund, gift card or reschedule. After the 24 hours there is no refund. Please contact us by phone for cancellations, email will not be excepted due to reliability.
No shows (this includes partial groups), late arrivals (20 minutes after launch time,) wrong location, will be charged full price. Please understand that tours are usually at least 2 groups so please arrive by the scheduled launch time. AWA suggests Googling the launch location received with your confirmation email the previous day and adding ½ hour to that time.
No alcohol or smoking of any kind is permitted on the tours. Anyone arriving under the influence will not go on the tour and will be charged full price.
Do my kayaks have weight limits?
Th weight capacity on the single kayak is 250 lbs. and the tandem is 500 lbs.
Are children allowed?
Children 6 years and up are welcome on our kayak tours. It is recommended the children 6-10 ride with a parent in a tandem kayak. If one is not available, then we’ll have the parent tow them so the tour stays on schedule.
Check out the tours we offer
AWA tours are a blast! They’re something that your whole family can take part in and enjoy, and I promise there’s nothing like an hour or two admiring nature on any of my kayak tours. I’m confident that this will be one of the most enjoyable experiences of your life! I’ve been guiding these tours for quite a while, and I’ve learned out how to make a kayaking experience that will change the way your family interacts with nature.
I want to share my love for nature and Florida wildlife with you!