Crystal River Preserve Naturalist Boat Tour

Explore Crystal River Preserve State Park aboard the covered Monroe with a naturalist guide. Follow the river toward Native American ceremonial mounds, Shell Island, and Gulf waters while learning about the area’s ecology.

• Discover Native American history and the park’s spring-fed estuary
• Look for dolphins, manatees, ospreys, bald eagles, pelicans, and shorebirds
• Travel upriver to view the Crystal River Archaeological Site ceremonial mounds
• Ride beneath a shade top with open sides and padded bench seating
• Use complimentary onboard binoculars when available

What's Included

• Naturalist narration
• Complimentary binoculars when available

Important details

• Arrive at least 15 minutes before departure
• Prepare for sun, wind, bugs, and rain; tours operate rain or shine and avoid thunderstorms
• Use restrooms before boarding; there is no restroom onboard
• Large power scooters may not be compatible with the boarding ramp; compact wheelchairs are preferred
• Only legal service animals are permitted onboard
• Bring food and nonalcoholic drinks if desired; outside alcohol is not permitted