Florida Boat Tours
Ecotourism destinations with an "only by boat" experience getting up close and personal with wildlife, nature and history on an eco-friendly electric boat.
Location:
6106 Braden River Rd, Bradenton, FL 34203, United StatesContact:
(941) 727-4181 floridaboattours.infoLocations
- Florida
- St. Petersburg, Florida
Activities
- Adventure
- Sightseeing
- Wildlife Viewing
Featured Trips
Full Moon Tour
Our 11 passenger electric boat will be leaving Jiggs Landing. The moon will be high enough to see the river easily. We will be out enjoying the moonlight for an hour. Bring a flashlight to shine onto the banks to spot the red eyes. It's fun and safe.
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The Red Eye Gator Tour
On select evenings we will embark on a "Real Florida" adventure after sunset. Armed with only a flashlight, we make our way upstream as you look for the glowing red eyes of the nocturnal gators along the shore.This guided boat tour is quiet, yet mysterious, with only the sounds of night to serenade you.
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Guided kayak sunset tour
Guided 4-hour Round Trip Kayak Tour
You will meet your guide, Dick Pfaff at Jiggs Landing, a historic fish camp where our journey begins. We leave our amazing kayak launch that is safe and practical. Once we are outfitted, we leave for our 1 1/2 hour journey to Linger Lodge and have our one hour pit stop. This tour includes a special kayaker lunch menu for fuel. Although we provide water, beverages at Linger Lodge is not included. After lunch we head back to Jiggs Landing. The tour encompasses the Braden River and an amazing view of historical places and loads of wildlife. You will see a great deal of birds along the way. Tandem boats available for one 15+ if accompanied by parent.
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Linger Lodge Lunch Time Boat Trip
We're going to take you on a journey to the past! You'll see how the pioneers lived on the banks of this river in the 1800s. Learn about the diverse wildlife and range of natural resources on the Braden River! You'll get a full explanation of the flora and fauna! You'll have the opportunity to spot at least 6 species of bird (potentially up to 25!), cooter turtles, alligators and wild boar!
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Fly Fishing For Beginners
Captain David is a local guide and casting instructor. He has been fly fishing in waters across the U.S. and Europe for over twenty-five years. Captain David is known for his easy-going manner, patience, and effortless casting style.
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Eco Junkies Sunset Tour
We're going to take you on a journey to the past! You'll see how the pioneers lived on the banks of this river in the 1800s. Learn about the diverse wildlife and range of natural resources on the Braden River! You'll get a full explanation of the flora and fauna! You'll have the opportunity to spot at least 6 different species of bird (potentially up to 25!), cooter turtles, alligators and wild boar!
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Evers Reservoir Tour
Learn about the Natural and Human History of the Braden River watershed. The tour includes the Braden River and Evers Reservoir. History told by a local expert. See the occasional alligator sunning or the otters playing and many birds along the way.
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