Frequently Asked Questions?
Is the wildilfe tour good for beginners?
Not only is it good, but its great! This is the perfect tour for first time or beginner kayakers, and Aaron is an excellent guide; so, you’re sure to fall in love with kayaking while learning to appreciate nature and be safe.
What should I wear?
- Swimsuit or clothing that can get wet
- Water shoes or flip-flops
- Hat
- Polarized sunglasses
- Straps for sunglasses and eyeglasses
- Light jacket (weather-dependent)
What should I bring?
- SPF 45+ sunblock
- Bug spray
- Water and a light snack
- Waterproof camera or waterproof case for your phone
- Dry clothes and towel for after the tour
- Gratuity for your guide
Will I get wet?
- Our kayaks are very stable, but there is always a chance of getting wet.
- We stay in the kayaks throughout the tour.
- Tours operate rain or shine, so be prepared for some wet conditions.
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?
During our tours, it is possible you will see turtles, various aquatic life, birds, otters, alligators, deer, manatees, and monkeys. This river is a lively place; so, you can expect to see some incredible creatures while wekiva kayaking! We practice passive observation, maintaining a safe distance to respect their space.
What is your cancellation policy?
- AWA Cancellations: Tours canceled by AWA due to bad weather conditions, such as high winds or temperatures below 40 degrees, will be fully refunded or rescheduled.
- Customer Cancellations: Cancellations within 24 hours before the tour will receive a full refund, gift card, or reschedule. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours of the tour.
- No Shows/Late Arrivals: Full price will be charged for no-shows, partial group no-shows, late arrivals (20 minutes after launch time), or arriving at the wrong location.
- Contact: For cancellations, please call us; emails are not accepted due to reliability issues.
- Note: No alcohol or smoking is permitted on tours. Guests under the influence will not be allowed to join and will be charged full price.
Do your kayaks have weight limits?
- Single kayak: 250 lbs
- Tandem kayak: 500 lbs
Are children allowed?
- Children 6 years and older are welcome.
- It is recommended that children 6-10 ride with a parent in a tandem kayak. If unavailable, the parent may tow them to keep the tour on schedule.
Tours AWA Offers
In case you’re curious about the tours that I specialize in, you can read about each of them below. Any time you purchase a gift card it goes towards whichever of these tours the recipient chooses to try.
