About this experience
This 2 hour Eco Tour will take you by boat to explore the Backcountry of the Florida Keys. We will cruise through the mangrove islands that make up the Backcountry and Great White Heron National Wildlife Refuge. We will slow down and look for marine life and birdlife. Maybe see a turtle or dolphin. We will take you through "Skinny Water" and look for starfish, rays and sharks. It's a fun adventure not to be missed when visiting the Keys.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What is included
- Private transportation
Itinerary and highlights
Explore mangroves of the backcountry gulf side of the Keys by private boat. We will look for marine life and birdlife. We will go slow and look for a turtle or a ray, dolphin or shark.
We will cruise past No Name key and explore smaller mangrove islands like Crawl Key, Little Pine Key and the Water Keys
Explore the mangrove islands of the Great White Heron Wildlife Refuge, the nest ground for many birds including Ibis, Great White Heron, Egret and Pelican
We will show you the famous Bahia Honda Bridge - a great photo opp, and tell the story of Flagler's Railway.
Meeting and pickup information
- Keys Boat Tours is located at the Big Pine RV Resort. Please check in at the store for a parking pass and they will tell you where to park. Our boat is next to the boat ramp and filet station.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Keys Boat Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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