St. Johns River Nature Cruise at Blue Spring State Park

Begin your journey at Blue Spring State Park (2100 W French Ave, Orange City, FL). You’ll board a comfortable vessel for a 2-hour excursion that follows the course of the St. Johns River through subtropical wilderness. The tour offers a unique vantage point to see aquatic plant life, ancient cypress trees, and abundant wildlife - especially manatees, which the area is renowned for.

Throughout the cruise, the knowledgeable crew shares stories of the river’s ecology, the history of the region, and tips about the native flora and fauna. Because the setting is relatively tranquil and natural, the experience can feel meditative - floating gently, listening to water and birds, and taking in green vistas.