Vanishing Texas River Cruises (VTRC) has partnered with Last Chance Forever Bird of Prey Conservancy since the 1990's to release rehabilitated birds of prey back to the wild. These “Freedom Flight” cruises are extremely popular: It is exhilarating to witness the return of now-healthy birds to natural habitat. Cruise participants have opportunities to see birds of prey at close range, and limited seating creates more opportunities for learning about how birds of prey are rehabilitated. Representatives with Last Chance Forever are on board each Freedom Flight cruise to explain each bird’s story prior to its release. Also provided are some exclusive up-close photo opportunities. Tickets cost $75/person, and a portion of each sale goes toward raptor rehabilitation efforts. Be advised that there are strict cancellation policies for these cruises. The cruise is from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., but participants are asked to check in 30 minutes before departure time, that is, by 10:30 a.m.

For full details and to purchase tickets, please visit the Vanishing Texas River Cruise website.

If this cruise is already fully booked or the date doesn’t work for your calendar, there will be another Freedom Flight cruise on February 16, 2025.