Captain Alyssa was great! She gave us the perfect tour- we saw baby gators, Mama gators guarding…read moretheir nests, and some really cool birds. She was knowledgeable about the lake and it's inhabitants. She was patient to let us get the photos we wanted, and she kept an eye out for the types of birds that my husband preferred to see. Highly recommend! 10 out of 10 would do it again!

Super fun time. Captain Cabe was great! Highly recommended to both us full time Floridians and…read morevisitors alike!

I had a wonderful tour March 8. Melony was very informative and a wonderful tour guide. This part…read moreof the Suwannee is protected from development, so very peaceful and beautiful. I hope to visit again next year and take a longer tour.

This is hands down one of the best Florida tours we have taken. we have taken this river boat trip…read moretwice now and would do it again without hesitation. The couple that run this tour are wonderful people, super friendly and have a lot of historical knowledge of the area. They know this area inside and out! Such a beautiful day on the water, lots of wildlife and their boat is so well kept. Don't miss this your!

One of the most beautiful parks I love coming here even just for a walk.Workers there always…read morefriendly

Had a beautiful day! Got to see turtles and alligators and even the monkeys! Worth our time and…read moremoney for sure! My 11 yr old had an awesome time and was happy to have gone! She asked the boat man 100 questions and he politely answered them all .. which was super nice. Also he informed us about the museum that was close but not in the property and it was very informative for our visit and homeschool information! Definitely go there too if your visiting

What an amazing tour...so two, two hour tours are usually offered daily 10am and 2pm. The boats…read moreleave from Lakeside Inn, and there is plenty of parking in beautiful downtown Mount Dora. Premier Boats tours will give you a clean boat, even with a bathroom. You will learn about a few homes and take the majestic journey through the Dora Canal, seeing so much wildlife. You will see birds, turtles and if you are lucky an alligator. The boat is very comfortable and you will be talking about your tour for a long while. If you are lucky you will get Donna as your narrator! A must do and a great value!

Lovely tour. Great cap'n and guide. Fascinating. I highly recommend the two hour tour so that you…read morehave enough time to make it to the canal where the amazing wildlife is.

I have been wanting to go on the Barbara Lee for YEARS and we finally did it! I decided I wanted to…read morecelebrate my birthday during their Italian Night with a wine pairing. Our party ended up being 20 of us and we were able to share a unique link for purchasing tickets so our party was all linked together as one party. When we first boarded, there really wasn't any direction as to what to do or what we could do so we just sat down at our table and waited for someone. We weren't sure if we could or should go to the bar to order drinks or if we could walk around before dinner. It took a while (10+ minutes) for anyone to approach our table.) Once someone approached our table we ordered drinks and then walked around the boat. We went to the top deck to take some photos and watch the sunset before dinner started. Once dinner started we were able to go the buffet as munch as we wished. Since it was Italian night they had all Italian dishes, none of the dishes really stood out but nothing was bad. It was good, but not like wow! While eating they started pouring our wine samples. We got two red and two white samples and a sommelier talked us through each sample. After the first two samples they gave us a break to walk around, go to the bathroom, etc. I would have preferred a shorter break in the middle of dinner and more time in the beginning so that we could spend more time on the deck while the sun set. Tickets for this event were $65 and in my opinion it was worth it. We had a great time and it was something I could check of my bucket list!

"I see skies of blue and clouds of white The bright blessed…read moredays, the dark sacred nights And I think to myself...What a wonderful world" by Louis Armstrong The best lyrics for such an experience on this ship. My newly created memory is so dear to me now. Just starting from the entry of the shop to pick up tickets. The staff was so bubbly with smiles and welcoming energy to assist you once you came in. Then after receiving our tickets we got to walk around a bit to enjoy the breeze. Now 15 minutes before our sail time they started guiding everyone to their designated tables. Once we were seated we were informed of all our important safety information while aboard and locations of the restrooms. Then our server came over to take our drinks. Our table was filled with charcuterie boards with fruit and cheese with sweet tea, watermelon tea, and water available within arms reach. We had a live performance throughout the interior time. They even sung requested songs. I enjoyed watching all of the other married couples get up and dance. My husband even got me to get a dance floor for one of the songs. Lol I was so nervous but I really enjoyed it. Once the food started rolling in we started with a house salad and bread. Then we got up and walked around the ship. We took photos and watched the sunset. It was so peaceful with amazing songs playing softly in the background. Once they announced dinner was being served we headed down to our table. Now about my Savory Herb Roasted Half Chicken with a White Wine Supreme Chicken Sauce.I chef's kiss for sure. I picked mashed potatoes and corn for my sides. Anyone who knows me know I love me some corn. Lol the chicken was so juicy all the way through. Flavor was perfect from the white meat to the dark meat parts. I was so stuffed you could probably roll me off the ship afterwards. Lol I enjoyed being able to try two virgin mocktails with a carrot cake that surprised me. The dessert was so tasty and fluffy. I could barely finish it. if ypu have not given this experience a try I highly recommend it. Thank you to the captain and staff on board you guys did amazing!!

What a wonderful evening! We did the sunset cruise to celebrate my 50th birthday, and it was one of…read morethe highlights of our girls weekend in Mount Dora. The captain and crew were welcoming, friendly, and knowledgeable, making the experience both relaxing and enjoyable. The boat was comfortable, the scenery was beautiful, and watching the sun set over Lake Dora was absolutely breathtaking. We loved learning a little about the area while simply sitting back and taking it all in. If you're visiting Mount Dora or celebrating a special occasion, I highly recommend adding this cruise to your itinerary. It's peaceful, beautiful, and a perfect way to end the day. We made wonderful memories and would absolutely do it again!

Captain Felix and Guide Mr Run were great. Sharing fun and interesting information. We saw baby…read moregators, a big Mama gator laying nearby, lots of birds and a few turtles! Also got to wave at some "canal" locals. It was the 2 hr canal tour and was a great deal. We also were able to bring our leashed Pomeranian Daisy May

Captain Dave and Roy were great! Boat was so clean, great music and great views. Could not have…read morepicked a better night!! Highly recommended. Thanks so much!!

Ignore all the other boat tours and book your tour with Red Boat. So glad we did. We did the BYOB…read moresunset cruise. Captain Dave and his first mate Vicky were great. Dave was so informative and accommodating. And inwant to be Vixkys friend lol. We were offered complimentary ice cold waters. Boat was roomy and very clean. There was a restroom on board. They offer other tours. We will be back for Christmas lights tour.

A relaxing wildlife tour with great guides and plenty to see…read moreWe drove up to the area specifically to take this wildlife boat tour, and it turned out to be well worth the trip. We booked through TripAdvisor the same day without any difficulty and joined a group of six other people to make up four couples. The tour currently departs from a location behind a private house with a small parking lot available for guests, although we were told they will be moving to a new location at the beginning of August. We met our captain, Jesse, and first mate, Evan, before boarding. Our departure was delayed by a few minutes because the first mate arrived late, and for a short time it looked like the trip might even be canceled. Fortunately, everything worked out, and we were soon on our way. We hadn't been on the water very long before we spotted our first dolphins, and from that point on the trip just kept getting better. Jesse and Evan did an excellent job explaining the history of the area, pointing out the local wildlife, oyster beds, and many of the sights along the river. We traveled south and were fortunate enough to see several dolphins and even a few manatees during the tour. The boat has seating all along both sides with a large open area in the middle, so it was easy to move around whenever dolphins or other wildlife appeared. During the trip, one of the passengers began suffering from heat exhaustion, and I was impressed with how calmly and professionally Jesse handled the situation while making sure everyone remained safe. Overall, this was a very relaxing and enjoyable tour. The river wasn't crowded, the scenery was beautiful, and there was an excellent chance to see several different types of wildlife. If you're looking for a peaceful boat ride with knowledgeable guides and a great opportunity to see dolphins, manatees, and other wildlife in their natural habitat, I would definitely recommend this tour. We were glad we made the drive just to experience it. Enjoy!

Kevin and Captain Jessy provided an excellent experience for our family! They knew where the…read moremanatees and dolphins were and were very knowledgeable about the area. This exceeded our expectations! If you are looking for a reason to choose them, take my word for it - they are the right choice!