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ABOUT GET UP AND GO KAYAKING FRANCHISING

Get Up And Go Kayaking is the ultimate business model for any entrepreneur looking to dive into the exciting world of franchising! Started by Justin Buzzi in 2016, this innovative company offers sustainable, professional, and invigorating clear kayak tours that introduces customers to incredible locations while creating lasting memories. With the growing trend of clear kayaks, Get Up And Go Kayaking is the perfect opportunity for anyone who wants to offer a fun and exciting experience that has the potential to go viral in every market.

As a franchise owner, you’ll benefit from the expertise of Justin, who has developed the sales processes, safety procedures, documentation, and systems needed to effectively present the value proposition to potential customers. Justin consistently works on improving systems and processes to fuel the expansion, which led to franchising in 2018. Now, with 20+ successful operating locations and counting, Get Up And Go Kayaking is expanding quickly and offering amazing opportunities for new franchise owners to join the team and experience success like never before.

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MEET THE FOUNDER

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“In 2016, I crafted a business plan for a kayak tour company and took a $12,000 loan to get started. I truly dove headfirst into the process of building a stand-out website and social media presence. A year and a half later, Get Up And Go Kayaking had generated enough buzz and revenue, allowing me to leave my corporate job and devote my time to my first real entrepreneurship endeavor. After just a few months, the company went viral after Insider posted a video of ours – in three days, it had amassed over five million views. Other big-name outlets soon followed suit – Buzzfeed, Unilad, VisitTheUSA, Travel & Leisure, and more.

Now, the business is a booming franchise with 20+ locations and over $15 million in total revenue. We’ve received multiple honors, including Tripadvisor’s #1 Outdoor Activity in the World in 2021 and Top Hottest Trending Franchise as well as Top New & Emerging Franchise from Entrepreneur Magazine.

I’ve been fortunate enough to speak on many tourism industry panels and also serve as business coach at UCF for the past 4+ years. Although the numbers and accolades are certainly welcome, it’s the feeling of delivering unforgettable memories that truly drives me.”