What to do and see in Homosassa, Florida (FL): The Best Things to do Good for Kids

We specialize in fishing the pristine uncrowded back waters of the Nature Coast, targeting redfish, snook, and sea trout, with an occasional jack, black drum, or flounder caught when they are present. From the beginner to the experienced angler we will make every effort to ensure you have a great day on the water. We also do nature river tours on the beautiful spring fed Chassahowitzka river.

We specialize in connecting people with nature off the beaten path! See the Real Florida on a non-commercialized wilderness tour. We offer boat rides, guided kayaking tours & rentals, scalloping tours and hiking tours!

Homosassa Manatee Snorkeling Center is located in downtown Old Homosassa. We are one of only two locations in the U.S. were you are allowed to enter into the water with the intention of interacting with a protected species while following all Florida Fish and Wildlife rules and guidelines. The Florida manatee is here all year round. Our tours include an adventurous boat ride with one of our very well trained and educated USCG certified captains, on the gorgeous Homosassa river. Where you will get to enjoy Florida's real natural beauty from the clear springs to the wild waters leading out to the Gulf of Mexico. You will learn about these gentle giants from our captains along your journey and see why these amazing animals are so magical along with all the wild animals. Tours range from Swimming with the Manatees, Scalloping, dolphin tours, sunset cruises, inshore fishing charters, bar hop, eco-river tours and more. Our Florida gift shop also has great gifts and souvenirs for all ages.

River Safaris - Mild to Wild Airboat & Dolphin Tours, Manatee Swim Excursions, Pontoon Rentals, Nature and Wildlife Tours, Guided Scalloping Tours. All rentals and tours leave from our beautiful waterfront location. Key West style building in front of the property is where you go to sign in for tours, rentals and information. Please take the time to browse our gift shop. Breakfast & lunch are available at our very own Two Pop's Deli. Next door on the same property is the Pepper Creek Pottery in a 1930's Florida Cracker House and our Tree House Vacation Rental. Visit our Live Alligator exhibit and relax in a park like setting along our waterfront canal that leads to the Homosassa River and the Gulf of Mexico.

We offer 40 minute, 70 minute and our Full Eco-Adventure at 100 minute rides. Have you heard about our Amazing Sunsets on the water? We also offer our one and a half hour Sunset Tour as well.

Nothing beats a day on the water with family and friends! We offer Scallop Tours, Manatee Tours, Fun in Sun Tours, Sunset Tours and more! Our deluxe shaded commercially built 30 Foot Pontoon Boat with an on board restroom is like a Party on the Patio and perfect for your Scallop Adventure! Our Heated Cabin Yacht is our Winter Manatee Boat and everyone loves the upstairs Flybridge that makes seeing the Manatees better than ever! Both boats have plenty of room and are equipped with an on-board restroom! Our third Boat is our Deluxe 20 Ft Pontoon that is perfect for Scalloping, Summer Manatee Tours or your Back-Water Adventure! Step aboard and let us be your Designated Captain! We provide Masks, Snorkels, Fins, Swim Noodles, Fishing License and all the Toys for a once in a lifetime experience! Private Tours are the perfect way to Social Distance on the water! Sunset Tours, History Tours as well as Nature & Sightseeing Tours are also available! Click on our website for all the details!

Its that time again!! THE LARGEST UNDERWATER EASTER EGG HUNT WITH SCALLOPING. It starts July 1st to Sept. with (two) boats available this year and two trips daily. The waters at this time of the year are luckily 85 deg and you can take your catch home. OUR OTHER TRIPS ARE STILL AVAILABLE * SANBAR TOUR (head out to Sandy Hook and party like the locals , bring your own food and drinks and enjoy the time with water toys while jamming to some good music. * ECO TOUR which you can see (possibly as there are locals) Manatees, dolphins, Otters, sea turtles and a wide variety of birds. * SUNSET CRUISE (cruise on the River at sunset for any occasion of yours or spend the evening with your loved one. * FISHING TRIPS *FUN AT THE SPRINGS-We can take it down for the kids and enjoy the time there with water toys, floats, masks and snorkels . ​I AM A LOCAL BORN AND RAISED IN HOMOSASSA

River Ventures is a full service Tour center located in beautiful Crystal River and Homosassa, Florida. We offer many tour options to share all that the Nature Coast has to show you and we emphasize education about these Eco-systems!We have a passion for what we do, and it shows! Our Endangered Encounter manatee tours are our specialty, but we have so much more to offer! Air boat tours, VIP customized packages, Stand Up Paddle Boards, Scallop tours, sunset cruises, private charters, guided paddle tours on multiple rivers....we have much more to offer than you would expect! Spend the day or spend the week and River Ventures will introduce you to 'More than Manatee'!! Tours to snorkel with the manatees in their natural habitat are conducted daily, year round (reservations in advance are highly suggested). Our highly experienced in-water guides will escort you into the refuge to find the endangered manatee for viewing and up close encounters. River Ventures offers daily group trips of up to 12, and also offers private trips for both large and small groups including VIP and houseboat tours.

Hog Tide is the premier offshore Homosassa Fishing Charters service located at the Homosassa Springs Marina on the Homosassa river. If you are an experienced angler looking for a first class tournament catching boat, we’ve got you covered. In contrast we also offer laid back group or family offshore Homosassa Fishing Charters as well. Scallop snorkel trips and Manatee Tours are also available.