Boat Tour Gift Certificate

Description of Experience

Join us for a fun and educational 1.5-hour excursion aboard FAU Harbor Branch’s pontoon tour boat, the Discovery! During this experience, an expert guide will discuss the wildlife encountered as well as the research that the Institute conducts to better understand and protect the Indian River Lagoon ecosystem. New for 2023, participants will have the opportunity to experience the lagoon like never before - as a marine scientist aboard a floating laboratory with state-of-the-art-tools. Activities include interpreting real-time water quality data from the Indian River Lagoon Observatory Network, surveying underwater habitats with a remotely operated vehicle, and identifying wildlife of all sizes, from microscopic plankton to sharks, rays, manatees, and dolphins.

About the Indian River Lagoon: Designated as an aquatic preserve and Estuary of National Significance, the Lagoon is one of the most biologically diverse estuaries in North America. Spanning 156 miles along Florida's east coast, it is home to more than 4,000 plant and animal species, including 50 threatened or endangered species. FAU Harbor Branch is a leader in Indian River Lagoon research and education, with a goal of conserving this vital ecosystem for generations to come.

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Gift Card Policy

Purchasing a gift card does not reserve your spot on a FAU Harbor Branch boat tour. To redeem a gift card, please call the Ocean Discovery Visitors Center at 772-242-2293. Boat tours are available on Fridays and Saturdays, and you can view up to date availability at www.fau.edu/hboi/bookatour. This gift certificate is non-refundable, and valid for one year from the purchase date. Boat tours depart from the FAU Harbor Branch campus which is located in Fort Pierce, FL. Additional information will be provided upon tour registration.

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Contact Us

If you have questions or need assistance, please call 772-242-2293.

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