Water Activities in Inverness, FL

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

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

Customize a private Crystal River charter with captain and snorkel gear

Swim in Crystal River's springs with a guide during manatee season

Snorkel Gulf waters and scoop scallops with an expert in-water guide

Guided manatee swim and Gulf scalloping on a private charter

Dive for bay scallops, then cool off in Kings Bay springs

Charter a spacious 30-ft pontoon with restroom to spot dolphins, manatees and more along the scenic Homosassa River.

Cruise the Homosassa River on a roomy pontoon with your dog, enjoying wildlife sightings and an onboard restroom

Enjoy a private, heated boat tour to swim with manatees with gear included