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2 hours
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The Loxahatchee River tour starts out narrow and twisty as it meanders its along its way downstream from Riverbend Park toward the Atlantic Ocean. The round-trip tour lasts approximately 2 hours from Riverbend Park down the river, depending on water and weather conditions. You’ll pass through an incredible cypress swamp, some sandy areas and thousands of species of plants and animals. The tour will often be under the shade of a beautiful canopy of cypress trees. Currents and water levels vary with the seasons. Portage may be necessary. Please review conditions and specific tour details with staff.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Loxahatchee River
On this guided tour through the wild & scenic Loxahatchee River, you will get to encounter a rich diversity of wildlife, history, and fauna. The River is known for its famous Cypress forest that creates a canopy that gives a feeling like you are in another world.
128 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Jeffrey G,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
It was all very well run and easy to park, change clothes, use restrooms, get things from your car, but make sure you have a strong back!!
160wendyf,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
I enjoyed walking around Riverbend Park trails alongside the Loxahatchee River and elsewhere for free. I enjoyed meeting strangers/new friends.
markmX5433CZ,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
While the guide/captain gives a great narrative of the river. wildlife and history, the tour boats are the problem. That part of the Loxahatchee River is a slow zone; however, the tour boats often go fast and that can silt up the shallow river and worse it increases the chances of hitting wildlife such as manatees. Additionally, these boats often go up river at lower tide and will hit bottom (just look at the outdrives on the boats for missing paint). This can scar the river bottom as well as damage the eel grass which is a stable for some wildlife.
Lawrence M,
Aug 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
Awesome kayaking experience. Our guide Matthew was extremely knowledgeable and a pleasure to spend our morning with.
Kelvin W,
Jul 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
Not too hot - very comfortable in shadows. No bugs … just a great adventure. Rob was awesome - took some pics for us, taught us ALOT about plants, trees, history of area and of course cool animals living in the river. Saw alligators - Albert, turtles, otter who played with us and fish!
N5773ZWterryh,
Jul 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our guide Rob was very knowledgeable and patient with our large group. Perfect adventure for all ages and a hot day in FL. Tree canopy kept the sun off and we saw turtles, fish, an otter and a healthy size gator. Fun adventure!

L9617LEheatherl,
May 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Gorgeous lush jungle - tour guide was knowledgeable- saw a few gators. Lots of turtles, fish. Would recommend the store to anyone.




Corinnes M,
May 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
So beautiful and peaceful. John was an amazing guide. The tour was well organized. Absolutely visit this park.
ligiac756,
May 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
The river guide was very knowledgeable and constantly checking in on us to make sure we were always safe and having fun. Due to low water levels, we had to stand up a few times and drag our kayaks through some shallow parts but it was still a very fun experience! Would definitely come back :)
Diane Y,
Apr 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
Coming back was a bit more of a work out but so worth it because there is a current. We saw a very large alligator, a smaller one, many turtles, and jumping fish. The scenery was magnificent.
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