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St. Johns River Nature Cruise 2 hr

TourTruth score 6.5 out of 10

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339 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Daytona Beach
  • 2 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Cruise the St. Johns River from Blue Spring State Park, watch for manatees, and hear about local wildlife and history from your guide.

About this tour

Set out from Blue Spring State Park on a St. Johns River Nature Cruise, where Florida’s waterways offer a chance to spot manatees and other wildlife. Blue Spring is celebrated as a place to see manatees, and the river’s rich history adds another layer to the journey.

Board at the park’s docks and cruise with a knowledgeable, friendly crew who share insights into the St. Johns River and the wildlife along its banks. The 120-minute trip includes a tour guide and an onboard restroom. Plan to arrive at the park 1.5 hours before departure, then check in at the boat dock in the lower parking lot 10 minutes before departure. The park entrance fee is separate and costs $6 per vehicle for 2–8 people.

Choose this St. Johns River Nature Cruise for an easygoing way to experience Central Florida’s natural scenery. Bring your curiosity, keep watch for manatees, and enjoy the river from the water.

Highlights

  • Cruise the St. Johns River from Blue Spring State Park
  • Look for manatees and other river wildlife
  • Hear about the river’s history from a knowledgeable crew

What's included

Included

  • Tour guide
  • Restroom on board

Not included

  • Blue Spring State Park entrance fee: $6 per vehicle for 2–8 people

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Important information

  • Arrive at the park 1.5 hours before departure; check in at the boat dock 10 minutes before departure
  • Wheelchair accessible; transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.73 from 339 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.5.

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