This series of ecotours is designed to explore the prehistoric and present-day ecology of area rivers.
Secrets of the Wacissa
An all-day paddling adventure with frequent natural history stops. We will start at Goose Pasture and paddle all the way to Nutall Rise, down the legendarily wild Slave Canal. Braided channels, rapids, swallets, fossils, and beautiful swamp wilderness…The $85 per person cost includes shuttle service, guide, boat/safety gear, and drinks. Proceeds go towards our efforts to preserve the biodiversity of the southeastern Coastal Plain through research and education.
Upcoming dates: Saturday, August 5 / Sunday, August 20 / Saturday, October 14, 2023
Secrets of the Econfina
An all-day paddling adventure with frequent natural history stops. This one is not for the beginning paddler or the faint of heart. We will start at the US 98 bridge boat ramp and paddle all the way to Econfina River State Park boat ramp, down the wild and wonderful, seldom traveled Econfina River. We will paddle in parallel with coursing black water. We will score frequent views of sensational cypress. Any animal or plant will be observed, handled, and learned about. The $85 per person cost includes shuttle service, guide, boat/safety gear, and drinks. Proceeds go towards all our conservation efforts.
Weekdays on the Wakulla
Guess how we stay cool in the Florida summer? Paddling and swimming adventure in the deliciously cool Wakulla River. Out and back weekday trips during summer. Chances are, we will get to hang with some manatees. We will learn all about this world class first magnitude spring ecosystem. The $60 per person cost includes expert guide, boat/safety gear, and drinks. Proceeds go towards all our conservation efforts.
Upcoming Dates: Wednesday, August 16 / Friday, September 1 / Wednesday, September 13, 2023
If you would like to request a custom private tour on any river in north Florida, please contact Ryan (850-544-5661) or email CoastalPlainsAdventures@gmail.com. Cost is variable, depending on number of people. Trip includes drinks, shuttle service, launch fees if applicable, all equipment needed, and Ryan as your guide.
Past Tours
Secrets of the Wacissa – a 6-hour paddle from Goose Pasture all the way to Nutall Rise, down the legendarily wild Slave Canal. Braided channels, rapids, swallets, fossils, and beautiful swamp wilderness…
Wakulla’s Mysterious Waters – a 5-hour canoe paddle down the Wakulla River. We explored hidden channels and had close encounters with manatees, turtles, and so much more!
