While in Volusia County over Memorial Day weekend one of our first stops of the weekend was at St. John’s River Eco Tours.

St.John's River Eco Tours - TM2S

It was a beautiful day for a 2 hour narrated tour of the St. John’s River. The guides were extremely knowledgeable about the various animals that call this river their home. Not only did their know their stuff but they were very sweet! They took the time to answer the numerous questions my kiddos had for them.

St.John's River Eco Tours Guide answering questions - TM2S

They are were also sweet enough to let my babies drive the boat, which of course they loved.





While taking the tour we spotted various animals like Great Egrets, Tricolored Herons, a Purple Gallinule, Barred Owls, alligators and turtles. I’m sure we spotted a few more that I don’t remember the name of.

Tricolored Heron on St. John's River - TM2S

Barred Owl on St. John's River - TM2S

Alligator on St. John's River 2 - TM2S

Turtle on St. John's River - TM2S

I even captured a picture of a dragonfly

Dragonfly on St. John's River - TM2S

One of the best parts of the tour is when they stopped to feed Barred Owls.


Barred Owl Eating on St. John's River - TM2S


Take a look at the video below to see the Barred Owls in action.



Tours aren’t the only thing you can so on St. John’s River (but if you want one you should check out St. John’s River Eco Tours)

You can also go fishing…

Fishing on St. John's River - TM2S

My family and I really enjoyed ourselves on the St. John’s River Eco Tours.

St. John's River Eco Tours Collage

Note: My family and I were provided tickets to be able to experience St. John’s River Eco Tours BUT all opinions are my own.