Tours
Boat tours are offered by refuge concessionaires and partners at the three different locations. Please be sure to plan your tour for the entrance you are going to be visiting as there can be up to 1.5 hours drive time between locations.
Okefenokee Adventures (Suwannee Canal Recreation Area near Folkston, GA)
The official concessionaire at Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge offers a variety of guided boat tours and rentals. Visit to learn more.
Okefenokee Swamp Park (Near Waycross, GA)
Offers boat tours, train rides, and live animal programs. Visit to learn more.
Stephen C. Foster State Park (Near Fargo, GA)
Offers boat tours, boat rentals, night sky programs, and more. Visit to learn more.
Tours
Escape the ordinary with an unforgettable adventure into Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge!
Whether you’re paddling through the still waters on a serene day trip or immersing yourself in the sights and sounds of the swamp on an overnight adventure, the Okefenokee offers a truly unique experience. Glide past ancient cypress trees, spot wildlife like alligators and birds, and camp under the stars. Perfect for nature lovers, adventurers, and those seeking peace in the wild. Your Okefenokee paddling adventure and unforgettable escape into the wild awaits!
Contacts for all permitted guides are listed below. Visit our Facilities Services page to learn more about commercial guiding permits.
Type of Guide | Business Name | Contact | |
Day and Overnight Guiding | Okefenokee Adventures (912) 496-7156 | Levi Welling | [email protected] |
Day Use Guide | Amelia Island Kayak Excursions | Mark Bullington | [email protected] |
Day Use Guide | Amelia Naturally | Christina Nelson | [email protected] |
Overnight Guide | Ocmulgee Outdoor Expeditions, LLC | Madison Bowers Green | [email protected] |
Day and Overnight Guiding | Adventures in Florida, LLC | Greg Pflug | [email protected] |
Day and Overnight Guiding | Okefenokee & Satilla Expeditions LLC | Jennifer Sweat | [email protected] |
Day and Overnight Guiding | Kayak Trips and Training | John Miller | [email protected] |
Day-Use & Fishing Guide | Bert's Jigs and Things, LLC | Bert Deener | [email protected] |