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Guided kayak tours and scenic bayou tours on local waterways, dolphin encounters and dolphin interactions, stingray touch pools and reptiles.
1820's plantation founded by the Brabston family, 10 acres of formal & informal gardens, century-old cedars, magnolias & rare native plants, pond and wetlands for wildlife viewing, listed on national Audubon map for birding. Over 750 azaleas lead you down the formal driveway to a formal entrance flanked by four 160-year old magnolias.
Encounter the beauty of nature on one of the last free flowing rivers in the U.S. through interpreted boat tours of the Pascagoula River. Travel through tidal marshes and bottomland swamps and view a multitude of wildlife including birds, alligators, and many more animals that call the river home. Two-hour day or night tours available. Boat can accommodate groups of up to 20. Pre-registration required. Admission for adults and youth; children under 2 free. Information also available through the Pascagoula River Audubon Center at 228-475-0825.
Mississippi River Adventures is a great place for catfishing and fun in the sun on the Mighty Mississippi River.
camping trips to Horn Island, sunset cruises
The Pascagoula River Audubon Center is a gateway to the Pascagoula River, one of the last free flowing rivers in the U.S. Learn about the river’s habitats and the diverse assemblage of organisms that inhabit or visit the river basin throughout the year.
Take your family on an adventure ride on the Pearl River in an airboat. Explore the river and witness a large variety of wildlife, old cypress trees and interesting geological formations. See the wonder and beauty of the mighty Pearl up close and personal.
barrier island trips, island excursions, camping, overnight trips, sightseeing tours
Set Sail Windjammer Cruises provides full-day, half-day, sunset cruises and destination cruises aboard the 51' sail boat Endurance. This 51’ Morgan Out Island Ketch sleeps 8, features 3 private staterooms, 2 heads (bathrooms), a spacious main salon, large galley and navigation station.
Ship Island Excursions is one of the best keep secrets in Mississippi. Come discover the finest beaches in MS and enjoy a ferry boat ride to Ship Island, Part of Gulf Islands National Seashore. Located 12 miles off the MS Gulf Coast, come swim and shell in the gulf clear surf. Located in Gulfport, MS at the intersection of Hwy 49 and Hwy 90.