Top Jacksonville Wildlife Watching

Amelia Island has serene beaches, but there’s also a backwater tributary that offers a glimpse into Old Florida splendor. Download the Adventure App right to your phone and enjoy a self-guided kayak tour through this wetland waterway while a UF naturalist details the history of the area through a provided speaker. Minimal water movement makes this a relaxed, low-impact experience for all skill levels. Keep your eyes peeled for the locals, too; mainly, gators, waterfowl, fish, and turtles.

Discover the rich history of Amelia Island with a small-group sightseeing tour. Set out in an air-conditioned minibus for a guided tour of Amelia Island and learn about different phases of local history from the Timucua Indians to the modern shrimping industry. Hear stories about local historic figures as you get your bearings in Amelia Island.

Discover the waterways of Amelia Island with this guided kayaking tour. Meet your certified Master Naturalist guide for a kayaking trek through the wetlands. Set out on a peaceful paddle to see fish, birds, alligators, and more all while learning about the local ecosystem. No prior experience is required and complimentary photos are taken by guides during the tour.

Two wheels and a thirst for adventure are all you’ll need when you rent a Pedego Electric Bike for a ride around Amelia Island. Join this tour starting at Big Talbot Island State Park and cruise your way through seven miles of natural bliss. The trail is full of stunning scenery and you might see a few of the local wildlife along the ride. A helmet is included with every bike rental as well.

Feel the sensation of skydiving without jumping from a plane with this indoor experience in Jacksonville. Meet your instructor, don the necessary gear, and complete a specialized training session. Then enter a flight chamber and along with your instructor, get airborne on top of a wind tunnel with speeds reaching up to 175 miles per hour. Float on top of the wind tunnel twice during one session.

Experience some of North Florida and SE Georgia's most beautiful locations with the area's only certified Natural Mindfulness Guides and learn about the local flora and fauna with the area's most experienced outdoor guides. Our guides are all experienced Firefighter/EMT's and expert natural interpretive guides with over 25 years experience guiding groups and individuals into NE Florida and SE Georgia's "wild and scenic" places. You will be as safe as possible while learning as much as you'd like to learn about nature, mindfulness and outdoor safety and ethics.