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    Guided Manatee Boat Tour in Homosassa Springs

    Cruise historic waterways with a captain-led look at manatees and coastal history

    4.7 stars• 651 reviews
    From$72/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    3 Hours

    Includes

    Eco-guide, captain, boat tour

    Highlights

    Cruise from the springs to the Gulf on an eco-guided boat tour through historic Nature Coast waterways. Learn how manatees, islands, and local cultures shaped this coastal landscape.

    • Learn about manatee biology and the legends that inspired mermaid tales
    • Explore waterways linking blue springs, Gulf waters, and island habitats
    • Discover 12,000 years of American Indian history and oyster islands
    • Trace the area's plantation, fishing, and sportsman history
    • Relax as your captain and eco-guide share local stories

    Cancellation Policy

    No refunds.

    FAQs

    Wildlife sightings vary by conditions. Manatees are often seen in cool weather, while dolphins and birds more commonly appear in warmer weather.

    Meeting details

    10823 W. Yulee Drive, Homosassa, Florida 34448

    Experience provided by River Safaris

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    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What an incredible experience! Our family did the 90-minute airboat tour today, and it was easily one of the highlights of our trip. Captain Fish was absolutely fantastic—friendly, knowledgeable, funny, and made sure everyone had an amazing time from start to finish. We saw dolphins swimming right up around the boat, along with all kinds of wildlife. The scenery was beautiful, and the ride itself was an absolute blast. Our kids couldn't stop smiling, and honestly, neither could the adults. We all had huge smiles on our faces the entire time. About halfway through, the boat had a mechanical issue and was down for about 15–20 minutes. The amazing part was how everyone handled it. Captain Fish stayed calm, kept everyone informed, and the crew quickly jumped in to help. I even got to lend a hand fixing the boat, which I actually enjoyed—it just made the adventure even more memorable! Things happen with equipment, but it's how people respond that matters, and they handled it professionally. It didn't take away from the experience one bit. If you're thinking about booking an airboat tour, don't hesitate. River Safaris and Captain Fish gave our family memories we'll be talking about for years. Highly recommended, and we'd absolutely do it again!. Dom da Cajun

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    Dominick Schilleci

    July 1, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What an incredible experience! Our family did the 90-minute airboat tour today, and it was easily one of the highlights of our trip. Captain Fish was absolutely fantastic—friendly, knowledgeable, funny, and made sure everyone had an amazing time from start to finish. We saw dolphins swimming right up around the boat, along with all kinds of wildlife. The scenery was beautiful, and the ride itself was an absolute blast. Our kids couldn't stop smiling, and honestly, neither could the adults. We all had huge smiles on our faces the entire time. About halfway through, the boat had a mechanical issue and was down for about 15–20 minutes. The amazing part was how everyone handled it. Captain Fish stayed calm, kept everyone informed, and the crew quickly jumped in to help. I even got to lend a hand fixing the boat, which I actually enjoyed—it just made the adventure even more memorable! Things happen with equipment, but it's how people respond that matters, and they handled it professionally. It didn't take away from the experience one bit. If you're thinking about booking an airboat tour, don't hesitate. River Safaris and Captain Fish gave our family memories we'll be talking about for years. Highly recommended, and we'd absolutely do it again!. Dom da Cajun

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    Dominick Schilleci

    July 1, 2026

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