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Dolphin, Manatee and Wildlife Encounter - PC41
OVERVIEW: On this fascinating educational adventure, you will experience the unique eco-systems and wildlife of an endangered estuary.
HIGHLIGHTS: Enjoy a pontoon boat tour along Banana River with bottlenose dolphin and endangered manatee sightings. Water wildlife abounds so don't forget your camera. The pontoon boat is covered and has a speaker system for ease of hearing. Certified eco-guides lead this easy comfortable tour which requires no walking.
Overview:
On this fascinating educational adventure, you will experience the unique eco-systems and wildlife of an endangered estuary. Certified eco-guides lead this easy, comfortable expedition, exploring an endangered estuary's calm waters, home of the West Indian manatee and the bottlenose dolphin.
Highlights:
- Pontoon boat tour along Banana River with dolphin and manatee sightings
Full Description:
The Banana River, American’s largest estuary and part of the Indian River lagoon system, contains over 5000 species of plants and animals. From the comfort of a shallow draft 55 passenger pontoon boat, you will learn about the river’s significance as you explore the smooth, inland back waters and around the thousand islands. You’ll observe bottlenose dolphins as they feed and swim around the boat. And keep your eyes open for the endangered manatees, as more of these unique, marine mammals live in these waters than any other area in Florida. Water wildlife abounds so don’t forget your camera.
The pontoon boat is completely covered and has a surround sound speaker system for guide commentary. You will be treated to a soft drink during the cruise. This is a memorable, tranquil eco-experience that requires no walking.
What to Bring:
- You should always take your SeaPass card (provided onboard the ship) and photo identification when in port.
- Camera
What to Wear:
- Recommend wearing light clothing and comfortable shoes