things to do in Rainbow Springs, FL

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

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

Guided clear kayak tour in Silver Springs during 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

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

Sharpen your stance and shooting technique at an indoor archery range

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

See beneath the water from a transparent tandem kayak

Paddle clear tandem kayaks through spring-fed waters during manatee season

Snorkel shallow seagrass beds and bring home the scallops you gather

Spend six hours scalloping by boat in Crystal River Preserve State Park

Set out to swim with manatees aboard a heated enclosed boat

Pair a manatee swim adventure with the comfort of an enclosed, heated boat

Snorkel for scallops with a licensed captain on Florida’s Nature Coast