Airboat Fossil Hunting with Fossil Recovery Exploration
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal physical exertion required beyond light walking and digging
Overview
Dive into a 5-hour airboat journey on Florida’s Peace River with Fossil Recovery Exploration. Combine thrilling river rides with hands-on fossil hunting for an adventure that’s both accessible and unforgettable.
Adventure Tips
Wear water-resistant shoes
The fossil hunting areas can be wet and muddy, so sturdy water-resistant footwear helps keep you comfortable.
Bring sunscreen and insect repellent
Florida’s sun is intense, and the river’s backwoods attract mosquitoes; protect your skin accordingly.
Listen closely to guides
Guides share vital safety tips and fossil identification advice—paying attention enhances your experience.
Keep cameras ready but secure
The airboat ride offers photographic opportunities, but secure your gear against humidity and sudden movements.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- American alligator
- Anhinga (a river bird common on the Peace River)
History
The Peace River has been a rich fossil site for decades, revealing species that thrived in Florida’s ancient coastal waters more than 2 million years ago.
Conservation
Fossil Recovery Exploration encourages ethical fossil collecting and practices low-impact travel to help preserve the river’s delicate ecosystems.
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Water-resistant hiking shoes
Protects feet from wet, muddy terrain while fossil hunting along riverbanks.
Wide-brim sun hat
Shields face and neck from intense Florida sun during the airboat ride and outdoor digging.
spring|summer|fall specific
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated is crucial, especially under the sun and exertion of sifting through sediment.
Lightweight insect repellent
Keeps mosquitoes and biting insects at bay during the humid months.
spring|summer specific