Gulf of Mexico Airboat Ride and Dolphin Quest from Homosassa

Summary

Your airboat adventure starts at the tour office in Homosassa, where you'll meet your USCG captain and eco-tour guide and hop on the boat. Then take off, looking for dolphins, birds, and fish as you ride, slide, and glide effortlessly across the water. Airboats are able to access areas that bigger, deeper boats can't, giving you more perspective of this Florida environment. Explore backwater salt marshes and estuaries; pass by the historical Indian Mounds; and cruise into the clear, shallow waters of the gulf, dotted with islands. This is a speed tour, so hold on and enjoy the twisting, turning tour through marshes and canals. Select your preferred departure time when booking; morning is the best time to spot wildlife. Birds are common, and there are often dolphin sightings; if you're really lucky, you may even spot an alligator. Note: It is recommended that you bring sunscreen, insect repellent, and sunglasses. In the cooler months, dress accordingly in pants, a jacket, and maybe even a small blanket to keep you warm. Bottled water and headgear for ear protection are provided (airboats are loud). Hats are not recommended, as they may fly off your head.

Tour info

Duration
1 hour 30 minutes
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

This popular ride takes you beyond the channel markers and zooms through backwaters, estuaries, and past the Historic Indian shell mounds. Feel your troubles slip away and keep your eyes peeled as you search for dolphins on your way out to the Gulf of Mexico.

What’s included?

  • 1.5 Hour Airboat Tour

  • USCG & Dept. of Interior Licensed Captain

  • Bottled water

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 1h 30m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

River Safaris - Adventures on the Wild Side

About operator:

River Safaris - Mild to Wild Airboat & Dolphin Tours, Manatee Swim Excursions, Pontoon Rentals, Nature and Wildlife Tours, Guided Scalloping Tours. All rentals and tours leave from our beautiful waterfront location. Key West style building in front of the property is where you go to sign in for tours, rentals and information. Please take the time to browse our gift shop. Breakfast & lunch are available at our very own Two Pop's Deli. Next door on the same property is the Pepper Creek Pottery in a 1930's Florida Cracker House and our Tree House Vacation Rental. Visit our Live Alligator exhibit and relax in a park like setting along our waterfront canal that leads to the Homosassa River and the Gulf of Mexico.

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