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Multi Day GetAways
Rum Island Springs Retreat and
Santa Fe
River Paddle, Gainesville FL
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This wonderful getaway is now
available year round. A minimum of 6 people are required in
order to run the trip. Please contact us if you are interested
in partnering with other interested people.
We are offering 2 different Lodging
options to suit different travelers. The first option includes
staying at a majestic cabin situated on a beautiful ten acre wooded
area adjacent to the river. The second option includes staying
at a beautifully restored Victorian home that has been converted to
a charming Bed and Breakfast in historic downtown Gainesville, FL.
Both accommodations are lovely provide a unique experience for every
traveler.
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Trip includes:
- 2 Nights accommodation at a
beautiful Cabin adjacent to the Santa Fe River
- Guided Kayak Tour of the Santa
Fe River (including kayak rental, kayak instruction, kayak
shuttle service, guided tour by a wildlife
biologist, and all the gear you will need for a day of fun)
- Springs Snorkeling/Swimming (snorkel
or swim in the
crystal clear springs to your heart's content)
- Excellent environmentally-friendly meals and snacks that
feature organic and locally grown produce and homemade
breads & desserts (including 2 continental breakfasts, 2
snacks, 1 dinner and 1 lunch) Participants responsible for 1
dinner and additional beverages.
*Transportation to and from
Sarasota and Gainesville, FL is available if there is sufficient
interest. Please let us know if you are interested in this
option.
$350 per person
($150 nonrefundable deposit required
in advance to reserve your spot)

(6 person minimum required to run trip)
Bed and Breakfast in Historic
Downtown Gainesville, FL

Trip includes:
- 2 Nights accommodation at an
exquisitely restored Victorian Bed and Breakfast in historic
downtown Gainesville, FL
- Homemade breakfast, gourmet
coffee service, and complimentary evening wine service
- Guided Kayak Tour of the
Santa Fe River (including kayak rental, kayak instruction,
kayak shuttle service, guided tour by a wildlife
biologist, and all the gear you will need for a day of fun)
- Springs Snorkeling/Swimming (snorkel
or swim in the
crystal clear springs to your heart's content)
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Excellent environmentally-friendly meals and snacks that
feature organic and locally grown produce and homemade
breads & desserts (meals except breakfast provided at the
Cabin the day of the kayak tour) Participants responsible
for all other outside meals and beverages.
*Transportation to and from
Sarasota and Gainesville, FL is available if there is sufficient
interest. Please let us know if you are interested in
this option.
$550 per person
($200 nonrefundable deposit required
in advance to reserve your spot)

(6 person minimum required to run
trip)
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Sample
Itinerary:
(Itinerary is very flexible)
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Friday
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3pm-6pm |
Arrive at
Rum Island Springs
Optional
Spring Swim
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6-8pm |
Dinner at
the Outdoor Kitchen (Eat a tasty meal, sit around the
campfire, enjoy some music, listen to the frogs, look at
the stars)
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8pm on
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Personal
Time: (Stargazing, relax in the hammock, explore) |
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Saturday
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8 am
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Breakfast
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9am-12pm |
Guided
Kayak Tour on the Santa Fe River
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12 pm |
Lunch at
the Cabin
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12pm on |
Personal
Time (Read a good book, relax in the hammock, bird watching,
take a dip in the springs)
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3pm |
Optional
Springs Exploration/Snorkeling or Nature Walk
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6 pm
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Night Out
in Historic Gainesville, FL (have a nice dinner out, see the
sights, explore downtown Gainesville, FL)
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9 pm on |
Personal
Time (relax with a glass of wine on the balcony, play some
chess or cards in the outdoor kitchen)
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Sunday
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7-9 am |
Breakfast
at your leisure
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10 am |
Optional
Springs swim/snorkeling
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11 am on |
Personal
time (finish your book, explore the woods, relax)
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12 pm |
Depart Rum Island Retreat
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Biotica EcoTours
1068 Willis Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 350-4905
mail@bioticatours.com
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and images property of Biotica EcoTours, LLC
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