Water Activities in Hernando Beach, FL

Learn dolphin kicks and explore a Crystal River spring

Hand-catch scallops while snorkeling, with gear and your license included

Discover local wildlife on a 1.5-hour private cruise with a USCG-certified captain

Snorkel Gulf waters and collect Bay scallops to take home

Hunt for bay scallops with local Nature Coast captains

Search shallow Gulf grass beds for fresh scallops in Crystal River

Cast for crappie with bait, tackle, and fishing gear included

Fish Crystal River’s shallow backwaters by mud boat

Explore shallow backwaters on a cool-season fishing trip

Reach tucked-away winter fishing spots when the tide runs low

Paddle a wild river and learn about manatees in their natural habitat

Paddle after dark and learn to navigate the night sky with local guides

Look for winter manatees and learn their Homosassa Springs story from a local naturalist

Fish shallow-water grouper grounds offshore, with time for snapper and hogfish

Cast a line from mangrove backwaters to the open Gulf

Paddle crystal waters to spot wild manatees on a guided 2-hour clear kayak tour.

Set your own pace on a private clear kayak journey through Weeki Wachee

Paddle clear kayaks with Guardian Guides to look for manatees on a private 2–2.5 hour tour

Kayak or paddleboard, then swim with manatees on a guided Crystal River tour

Paddle a clear tandem kayak and look for manatees in Crystal River springs

Clear-kayak at sunset, then switch on lights to glow over Crystal River springs

Paddle a clear tandem kayak during Crystal River's manatee season

Paddle clear tandem kayaks to Crystal River springs on a private, guided 2-hour manatee-season adventure

Private 5-hour guided scalloping trip with snorkel gear included