🌿 Historic E-Bike Tour of Guana Tolomato Matanzas Reserve

Where Nature Meets the Stories of Old Florida

Experience the stunning landscapes and hidden history of Florida’s First Coast on our Historic E-Bike Tour through the Guana Tolomato Matanzas Reserve. This unique tour combines the beauty of protected coastal ecosystems with tales of early settlers, Native American heritage, and Spanish colonial explorers.

Glide along shaded trails, elevated boardwalks, and scenic roads on a smooth and comfortable electric bike. Your local guide will lead the way as you explore:

📍 Highlights Include:

• Guana Lake & Dunes – Learn how ancient tidal forces shaped this rich estuary

• Old Spanish Trails – Ride where Spanish missionaries and soldiers once traveled

• Native Timucua Sites – Discover the cultural legacy of the region’s first people

• Historic Plantation Lands – Hear stories of settlement, agriculture, and preservation

• Birding and Wildlife Hotspots  –Spot ospreys, herons, and maybe even a gator or two!

• Lunch Spot on the water – Grab a bite at a local favorite to refuel for the ride back
  

This tour is the perfect blend of natural beauty and forgotten history, ideal for visitors who want to explore the quieter, wilder side of Saint Augustine.

✅ What’s Included:

• Electric bike rental & helmet

• Bottled water

• Entry to the GTM Reserve (where applicable)

• Knowledgeable local guide

• Interpretive stops with storytelling and photo ops

📅 Duration: ~2-2.5 hours ~10 miles round trip

🌿 Terrain: Mixed paved & gravel trails (easy to moderate)

👥 Group Size: Small, personal experience

📌 Starting Point: Coastal Cruiserz mobile tour base at GTM Reserve entrance or visitor center