Sunset Cruise at Crystal River Preserve State Park
A naturalist-led river cruise through Crystal River Preserve
Duration
1.5 hours
Includes
Narrated boat tour, naturalist
Highlights
Explore Crystal River Preserve State Park by boat with an onboard naturalist. Follow the river through estuary habitat, local history, and coastal scenery.
- Discover Native American history and ceremonial mounds at the Crystal River Archaeological Site
- Learn about the preserve's spring-fed estuary, wildlife, and ecology from a naturalist
- Look for ospreys, bald eagles, pelicans, dolphins, manatees, and shorebirds
- Ride beneath a covered shade top with padded bench seating
- Use complimentary onboard binoculars when available
Important details
- Arrive at least 15 minutes before your reserved departure time
- Tours operate rain or shine and avoid thunderstorms
- Bring protection for sun, wind, bugs, and rain
- Personal alcohol is not allowed onboard
- Only legal service animals are allowed onboard
- The boat is ADA friendly but not fully ADA compliant; compact wheelchairs are preferred, and large power scooters may not fit the boarding ramp
- No restroom is available onboard; restrooms are available at the admin office in the tour parking area
Cancellation Policy
Full refund with at least 24 hours' notice. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
FAQs
No. This is a river and nature tour; manatees may be seen, but sightings are not guaranteed and swimming is not part of the experience.
Sunset Voyage runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Bring food and nonalcoholic drinks aboard, and dispose of all packaging and waste properly. Personal alcohol is not allowed on the boat.
Meeting details
White Office Trailer, Crystal River Preserve State Park