Boat Tours
Nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts and shutterbugs will find much to appreciate on Florida’s Historic Coast. Get an up-close view of dolphins, wildlife and birds while exploring the water.
Boat Tours
Sunrise Boat Tour
Meeting Location: St. Augustine Municipal Marina, 111 Avenida Menendez,meet at the Eco Tours office, ticket booth “B” in the courtyard street side of marina.
Ticket Price: $70
Difficulty Level: All Levels
Max No People: 10 (Min No People: 4)
Rise and Shine with the animals of the salt marsh. This professionally guided boat trip reserved for 10 guests or less will take guests off the Northern tip of Anastasia State Park to capture the sunrise over the ocean. The group will then explore the narrow creeks of the estuary following the morning light. Clapper Rails, Wood Storks, Black Skimmers, American Oyster Catchers, Roseate Spoonbills, Ospreys, Terns, Herons & Egrets are favorites on this excursion. Your USCG Captain and Interpretive Marine Naturalist will introduce premiere photography locations and explain the various elements of the ecosystems. Human early birds will have the experience of a lifetime, as sunrise trips are truly exceptional. The vessels utilized for this excursion are custom made for the purpose of wildlife viewing & photography. The boats are safe, stable & dry with comfortable seating. Most photographers are comfortable shooting up to 400mm handheld. Tripods are NOT permitted, monopods are ok, but tend to pick up the micro-vibrations of the boat.
Early Morning Boat Tour
Meeting Location: St. Augustine Municipal Marina, 111 Avenida Menendez,meet at the Eco Tours office, ticket booth “B” in the courtyard street side of marina.
Difficulty Level: All Levels
Max No People: 10 (Min No People: 4)
Ticket Price: $70
This mid-morning boat excursion, limited to only 10 guests, will explore the tidal creeks and rivers of the estuary. Guided by a professional Marine Naturalist and USCG Captain, this excursion covers over 15 miles of rivers and creeks in search of birdlife, dolphins, sea turtles and whatever pops up. During the course of the trip guests will experience many elements of the ecosystem and a variety of marine life that may include the Bottlenose Dolphin and Florida Manatee. A natural Great Blue Heron rookery has not disappointed in past years. Previous guests observed Bald Eagles, immature Little Blue Herons, Ruddy Turnstones, Wood Storks, Roseate Spoonbills, Least Terns, Sandpipers, Brown Pelicans and dozens more. The vessels utilized for this excursion are custom made for the purpose of wildlife viewing & photography. They are safe, stable & dry with comfortable seating. Most photographers are comfortable shooting up to 400mm handheld. Tripods are NOT permitted, monopods are ok, but tend to pick up the micro-vibrations of the boat.
Late Afternoon Boat Tour
Meeting Location: St. Augustine Municipal Marina, 111 Avenida Menendez,meet at the Eco Tours office, ticket booth “B” in the courtyard street side of marina.
Difficulty Level: All Levels
Max No People: 10 (Min No People: 4)
Ticket Price: $70
This late-afternoon boat excursion, limited to only 10 guests, will explore the tidal creeks and rivers of the estuary. Guided by a professional Marine Naturalist and USCG Captain, this excursion covers over 15 miles of rivers and creeks in search of birdlife, dolphins, sea turtles and whatever pops up. During the course of the trip guests will experience many elements of the ecosystem and a variety of marine life that may include Bottlenose Dolphins, Sea turtles and increasingly rare Florida Manatees. Previous guests observed Bald Eagles, immature Little Blue Herons, Ruddy Turnstones, Wood Storks, Roseate Spoonbills, Least Terns, Sandpipers, Brown Pelicans and dozens more. The vessels utilized for this excursion are custom made for the purpose of wildlife viewing & photography. They are safe, stable & dry with comfortable seating. Most photographers are comfortable shooting up to 400mm handheld. Tripods are NOT permitted, monopods are ok, but tend to pick up the micro-vibrations of the boat.
Sunset Boat Tour
Meeting Location: St. Augustine Municipal Marina, 111 Avenida Menendez,meet at the Eco Tours office, ticket booth “B” in the courtyard street side of marina.
Difficulty Level: All Levels
Max No People: 10 (Min No People: 4)
Ticket Price: $70
There is something very special about sunsets in the estuary. Humans & wildlife both seem to be at ease. Feeding is complete at this time for most bird species and groups of Spoonbills, Egrets, Herons, and White Pelicans congregate and pair bond on the backlit shell banks. The trip is limited to 10 guests and travels north of the historic city up the Tolomato River to observe birds socializing along the riverbanks. Favorites from previous excursions include White Pelicans, Common Loons, Roseate Spoonbills, and Black-bellied Plovers. North of the Guana River we will stop beneath an Osprey nest to look for new additions to the family. Experience the epic light of sunset with a professional guide with 25 years experience. The vessels utilized for this excursion are custom made for the purpose of wildlife viewing & photography. They are safe, stable & dry with comfortable seating. Most photographers are comfortable shooting up to 400mm handheld. Tripods are NOT permitted, monopods are ok, but tend to pick up the micro-vibrations of the boat.
Boat Tours Image Gallery
Kayak Tours
Join Ayolane from Earth Kindship to experience Florida’s beauty and see what makes it such a special gem of ecological diversity, and learn about it’s past, present, and future. This unforgettable kayak adventure will showcase history, ecology and vibrant wildlife on the historic coast.
Kayak Tours
Sunrise Paddle
THUR 6:30 - 9 A.M.
Meeting Location: Shore Drive Boat Ramp, 4805 Shore Dr., St. Augustine, FL
Difficulty Level: Participation in Kayaking requires a moderate level of physical activity.
Max No People: 14 (Min No People: 4)
Suggested Gear: Dress for weather, Bring a headlamp/flashlight, Water and a snack.
Guana Paddle is a freshwater lake dammed for waterfowl 50 years ago. This is an eazy paddle through a natural march maze where you can see an amazing sunrise and countless birds to see!
Midday Paddle at Mose Creek
FRI 9 - 11 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Meeting Location: Matanzas River Access Point (east side of SR-206 Bridge), 315 Coastal Dr., St. Augustine, FL 32080
Difficulty Level: Participation in Kayaking requires a moderate level of physical activity.
Max No People: 14 (Min No People: 4)
Suggested Gear: Dress for weather, Bring a headlamp/flashlight, Water and a snack.
Tidal SaltWater Marsh, paddling with the tides up Moses Creek. Many coastal birds including an eagle's nest and wildlife along the waterway. Intermediate paddle levels crossing the intracoastal waterway and navigating oyster beds.
Sunset Paddle
SAT 6:30 - 8:30 P.M.
Meeting Location: Palmo Boat Ramp, 8698 Palmo Fish Camp Rd. (St Johns River near the Shans bridge), St. Augustine, FL 32092
Difficulty Level: Participation in Kayaking requires a moderate level of physical activity.
Max No People: 14 (Min No People: 4)
Suggested Gear: Dress for weather, Bring a headlamp/flashlight, Water and a snack.
Freshwater Bay and slow black water creek with many varieties of birds and Florida wildlife along the shore line. Including manatee gators and river otters. There is a short light paddle as we explore the waterway and perfect spots to park our kayaks, listen to the frog chorus and watch the sunset across the St Johns.
Kayak Tours Image Gallery
