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Dolphin Encounters in Crystal River Florida

Airboat Adventure

60 Minutes+

Experience the wild beauty of Florida’s backcountry on our 1-hour Ozello Airboat Tour. Glide across shallow waters, winding mangrove tunnels, and open marshlands as your captain navigates some of the most scenic and untouched areas along the Gulf Coast. This tour is perfect for first-time visitors and families looking for an exciting introduction to airboating.

Along the way, keep an eye out for dolphins, manatees, bald eagles, ospreys, and a variety of coastal wildlife. Your knowledgeable captain will share stories about the local ecosystem, history of Ozello, and the unique habitats that make this area so special. Fast-paced, fun, and educational, this tour delivers a true Florida adventure in just one hour.

59.00 per guest

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Group Airboat Tours (7 or More Guests)

60 or 90 minute option

Planning an outing for a larger group? Our Group Airboat Tours are perfect for parties of 7 or more guests who want to experience Ozello’s beautiful backwaters together. While U.S. Coast Guard regulations allow up to 6 guests per airboat, larger groups are easily accommodated by splitting your party between two airboats.

Both boats travel the same routes, explore the same scenic areas, and stop side by side throughout the tour, allowing your group to stay together, interact, and enjoy the experience as one. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a family reunion, organizing a corporate outing, or planning a group adventure, this setup ensures no one misses out.

Each boat is captained by an experienced guide who shares local knowledge, wildlife insights, and the rich history of the Ozello area. Guests will enjoy the same wildlife viewing opportunities, photo stops, and thrilling airboat ride—just with the comfort and safety of USCG compliance.

Group trips offer a fun, shared Florida adventure with plenty of space, personalized attention, and unforgettable memories on the water.

59 / 79 per guest

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Extended 1.5hr Airboat Adventure

90 Minutes+

For those who want to explore deeper and see more, our 1.5-hour Extended Ozello Airboat Tour offers an unforgettable journey into Florida’s remote coastal wilderness. With extra time on the water, you’ll venture farther into hidden backwaters, expansive marshes, and quiet mangrove estuaries that most visitors never get to experience.

This extended tour increases your chances of spotting dolphins, manatees, otters, wading birds, and other native wildlife, while allowing for a more relaxed pace and additional photo opportunities. Your captain will provide in-depth insight into the area’s ecology, fishing heritage, and rich local history. Ideal for nature lovers and photographers, this longer tour delivers a more immersive and memorable Ozello airboat experience.

79.00 per guest

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Airboat Back Country Fishing

6+ Hours - Max 4 guests

Explore the hidden waters of Florida’s Gulf Coast on our Airboat Backcountry Fishing Charter out of Ozello. This unique experience combines the thrill of airboating with world-class fishing in remote backcountry areas that traditional boats simply can’t reach. Glide across shallow flats, winding creeks, and mangrove-lined waters to access quiet, untouched fishing spots far from the crowds.

Target popular inshore species such as redfish, speckled trout, snook, black drum, and sheepshead, depending on the season. Your experienced captain knows these waters intimately and will guide you to productive areas while sharing tips, techniques, and local knowledge to help maximize your time on the water.

Perfect for both seasoned anglers and beginners, this charter offers a relaxed, personalized fishing experience surrounded by pristine scenery and abundant wildlife. Whether you’re casting along mangrove edges or drifting shallow flats, the Ozello airboat fishing charter delivers an authentic Florida backcountry adventure with unforgettable fishing opportunities.

Starting at 750.00

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- Crystal River Fishing Charters

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- Dolphin Tours

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