Florida Adventures

Explore the Magnificent Homosassa River

The clear springfed waters of Florida's Nature Coast
are yours to explore with airboat and pontoon boat
tours. Enjoy manatee tours, fishing, scalloping and
swimming. Guided tours or rentals of pontoon boats,
Jon boats, canoes and kayaks on the magnificent
Homosassa River. A REAL Florida experience.
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Everglades Headwaters Airboat Eco Tours Near Orlando

Explore the pristine headwaters of the Everglades with an

exciting and informative airboat adventure. See a variety

of wildlife amid stunning panoramas on your personal

nature tour narrated by USCG airboat captains.

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Tour Florida's "Thousand Islands" from Cocoa Beach

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Cruise along the placid and scenic mangrove eco-

system of the Banana River and unspoiled backwaters

of the "Thousand Islands" on Florida's Space Coast.

You'll ride in comfort aboard the fully-covered catamaran with

cushioned seats and a restroom aboard. Soft drinks and

bottles of cold water areprovided. Binoculars are available.

Innovative Electric Bikes & Boats in Downtown St. Petersburg

Energy Mobility

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Schooner Sailing from Key West

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Experience the adventure of a lifetime aboard

this beautiful classic schooner: Choose from day

cruises, sunset and night sails, as well as extended

overnight trips, to the Dry Tortugas and beyond.

As the wind rustles the sails, relax topside

with soaring seabirds and dolphins that are

often swimming nearby. View spectacular sunsets

and revel in the romance of the sea after dark.

Tours of Beaufiful Sebastian Inlet and Beyond

Explore beautiful Sebastian Inlet that abounds with wildlife.
Capt. Christy offers boat tours, shuttle for island camping,
kayak tours, and paddleboard tours. Kayaks and
paddleboards are also available for rental.
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Kayak the Estero River- Near Naples

Paddle the tranquil backwaters of the Estero River.

Since 1977 Estero River Outfitters has provided

access to one of Florida's least known yet

most scenic waterways. CLICK HERE

Paddle east and the river narrows to a lush mangrove

canopy. Paddle west to Estero Bay passing through

the scenic Estero Scrub Preserve. Rentals daily with

guided tours on Saturdays or by reservation.

Ride a Historic Bower Boat or Sail from Anna Maria Island

Select either the beautiful motorcraft, Island Pearl,

or take a sailing charter aboard the Kathleen D. a

sleek and roomy catamaran. Behold the sparkling

waters in and around Anna Maria Island Trips

to pristine Egmont Key and the Manatee River

are among the other options.

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Central Florida Nature Adventures

Paddle the REAL Florida

Chose from a range of paddling tours including the Dora Canal.

A local icon, old Florida cypress swamp. Big trees lots of birds and an Otter Clan.

Blink your eyes and you are in Seminole Indian country! A real nice 2 hour getaway

from it all!!!! Level of Difficulty: No Experience Necessary

or several others including:

Wekiva River

Three springs pour into this pristine river. The Great Egret, American Bittern,

Woodpeckers, Great Blue Heron, as wellas many other Herons and waterfowl flourish

on this river. The Ivory-billed Woodpeckerat one time called this home. These shallow

waters create a fantastic environment formany different species of plants, fish and

other wildlife.Level of Difficulty: No Experience Necessary

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Boat Tours on Cedar Key

Unspoiled atolls and islands surrounding historic

Cedar Key provide a rich habitat for a wide variety

of coastal wildlife. Enjoy Informative water tours by

Capt. Joe Slaughter, a resident for more than 40 yrs.

A fabulous Florida boat tour and Florida adventure.

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The 2 hour cruise aboard a covered 26 ' Beach Cat

includes informative insights by Capt. Joe. Depending

on the time of year you could see Frigate birds,

white pelicans The magnificent Roseate Spoonbill,

dolphins, and turtles are often spotted.

Motorized Kayak Tours in Ft. Pierce

Effortlessly glide through canopied mangrove forests

aboard a battery-powered motororized kayak while your

naturalist guide offers occasional insights, allowing a

serene connection with the environment for Florida kayaking.

birds and a soft gurgling of passing water while you

traverse the spectacular backwaters of the Indian

River Lagoon and St. Lucie River Estuary System.

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Captain Jack's Island Eco Tours from Pine Island

Cruise to scenic barrier Islands including pristine, uninhabited

Cayo Costa for awesome encounters with nature. See dolphins

and a large variety of birds year round. From November thru mid

April, you could witness a herd of 60- 70 manatees in the wild.

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Paddle the Santa Fe River in High Springs

Canoe or kayak the clear, spring-fed waters of the Santa Fe River. On-site launch
with down river pick up provides access to this pristine wilderness waterway.

Santa Fe Canoe Outpost is a full service outfitter with canoes and kayaks for day

and overnight camping adventures.Revel in the majesty of the River at

night with a Full Moon Trip each month. CLICK HERE

Grasshopper Airboat Eco Tours in Cocoa

Glide through the marshy environs of the St. Johns River for a 90 minute eco-tour while

reaching up to 40 m.p.h. searching for otters alligators, birds, marsh rabbits and wildlife.
See wading birds and birds of prey such as hawk sor possibly a bald eagle. Pass enormous
bald cypress trees, water lillies and through thick grasses. Grasshopper Airboat Eco Tours

are both thrilling and informative. More Florida Adventures

Biolumiescent Kayak Tours in Titusville- Florida Real Adventures

During the summer months the lagoon comes to life with Biolumiescence. Anything

that moves in the water takes on a blue-green, ghostly aura that stretches the imagination.

Enjoy the natural splendor of the Indian River Lagoon System, one of America's most

diverse estuaries. While paddling the placid waters of the north end of the lagoon

in the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge you're likely to encounter manatee,

dolphin and many species of birds. Guides will point out different species and

provide fascinating natural and historical insights. Click Here

Sail Venice

Sail the azure waters of the Gulf of Mexico or along the protected Intracoastal

Waterway for beautiful, coastal scenery and encounters with nature.

The 2 hour sunset cruise is most popular or choose from other day sail options.

Private charters and sailing lessons are also available. Take the helm or just

relax, Captain Dove has years of sailing experience and ensures your safety.

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Find Real Florida Adventures

We have been finding Florida Adventures since 1988 when we first traveled from Sarasota to
Ocala and Micanopy. On that trip we discovered the horse country, Rainbow Springs and the
historic home of Margorie Rawlings, not to mention the Ocala National Forest. CLICK HERE

There are so many fabulously hidden places to enjoy Florida outdoors. Use this resource to
find best ones that are out there by qualified owners and naturalists who have been plying these backwaters for years and also have an excellent safety record. For example you can kayak of canoe the Peace River from Arcadia with Canoe Outpost. They will drop you off upriver and even outfit you for a camping trip with primitive campsites along the shore. On Captiva Island Captiva Kayak leads you through beautiful mangrove lagoons and pristine estuaries that provide rich habitat for a wide variety of wildllife. Commune with natuer while your guide prives informative insigts into fascinating biological, cultural and other aspects of the placid barrier island waters. These Florida adventures are just waiting for you. In Crystal River paddle the clear spring-fed waters with Aardvarks. Also, enjoy unspoiled surrounding coastal environs. Guided kayak and SUP tours (Stand Up Paddle boards) have frequent manatee sightings. Glide through secluded and pristine backwaters like Ozello,a quiet, uncrowded escape in St. Martins March Aquatic Preserve. Ideal for kayaking, the water is clear and shallow with grass flats, sand bars, oyster reefs and mangrove islands.

RELAXING: Relaxing Florida adventures are for the whole family, tours everyone can participate in, and even though it's a little slower paced than other tours, it surely does not lack adventure. These tours go through various types of saltwater and freshwater environments. From mangrove channels that enclose the trail forming tunnels filled with small fish, crabs, and nesting birds, to one of the few remaining natural barrier keys along Florida's Gulf Coast, you will be captivated. Experience white, sandy shores and rivers that meander through various natural environments where the scenic views and wildlife make every turn a discovery beneath cypress, oak, and hardwood hammocks. These Florida kayak tours provide habitats for animals we may spot. This is a piece of pristine, natural Florida. Parks include: Fort Desoto, Caladesi Island, Honeymoon Island, Weedon Island, Hillsborough River, Alafia River, and Little Manatee River.

MODERATE: Moderate adventures kicks things up some. You don't have to be a tri-athlete to participate in these tour, but you better be ready to get a solid workout. Parks include: Fort Desoto, Caladesi Island, Honeymoon Island, Weedon Island, Hillsborough River, Alafia River, and Little Manatee River.These
and many other Florida adventures await.

ADVANCED: Advanced are only for the experienced. It requires extensive hiking or paddling skills, due to the distance involved, and the ability to paddle in open water. Parks include: Fort Desoto to Shell Key, which is 4 hours and Hillsborough River, which is 6 hours long.

Don't Hesitate! Get out there for a little thrill and some fun You will get educated about the natural environs or just relax with a drink or have some snacks. One you take a Florida adventure you will forever be looking for more and more and this is your best resource for that. If you know of one that we have not located that has a good reputation that you enjoyed please send us an email. There is a contact us button at the top right of this page.This is absolutely your best guide to find those hidden adventures that await in the backwaters, bays, creeks and mangrove shorelines. Do yourself a favor and get out there and find these Florida boat tours while enjoying all that this state has to offer with guided trips on the water with experienced guides who narrate while they navigate.

Its up to you to make the most of what Florida has to offer and places like the Dora Canal will surely enrich your feeling and favorablility of all the state has to offer. Sometimes you just have to make yourself do it! Find those boat tours and other Florida adventures that we have discovered over many years of criss crossing the state.