Homosassa is one of Florida’s most scenic and wildlife-rich areas. With spring-fed waters, lush vegetation, and abundant wildlife. It’s the perfect setting for exploration. Join us and immerse yourself in the region’s natural charm.
Choose Your Florida Manatee Tours
- 21 and above
- Up to 4 hours
- 6 passengers per boat
Join us for a new and fun way to have an afternoon/night out on the water! We will take you bar hopping by boat. We can go to any or all of the 4-6 bars/restaurants on the beautiful Homosassa River, on this four hour special booze cruise!
- All Ages
- 3 Hours
- Up to 6 passengers
Relax and learn about the manatees on a short boat ride to find the manatees hanging out in the springs. We will take you to swim and be silly with the Gentle Giants of the sea.
- All Ages
- 2 Hours
- Up to 6 passengers per boat
Whether it’s your first or 100th time seeing dolphins, you’ll truly have an experience of a lifetime. We never know what we will see in Nature’s Theme Park, the Nature Coast of Florida, we truly never know what exactly may come into view.
- All Ages
- 6 Hours
- Up to 6 passengers
Join us all day where you can hang out with the Hippies of the Sea, watch their curious minds at work, while they play and watch us too.This is a PRIVATE tour for those who want time alone with friends or family.
- All Ages
- 4 Hours
- Up to 6 passengers per boat
Our newest manatee snorkeling tour offers an extra hour of fun to our original 3 hour swim. Ride along and stay on the boat, or swim/snorkel with the “floaty potatoes”.
- All Ages
- 6 Hours
- Up to 4 Passengers
Sit back and enjoy a high speed trip to the Gulf of Mexico to catch your dinner! We will teach you how to find and catch your own scallops.
Just bring lunch and we’ll provide the rest!
- All Ages
- 2 Hours
- Up to 6 People
A Sunset Cruise experience in a comfortable boat. You may bring anything you would like, a cooler, food, drinks to enjoy, while cruising along the Homosassa River, view an array of wildlife, and of course, an amazing Florida Sunset.
- Most Popular
Join us in the only place where you can legally swim with and possibly interact with the Florida manatees. Get up close and personal while the manatees choose to visit with you.
- All Ages
- 3 Hours
- Up to 6 passengers per boat
Know about Captain Traci Wood
I was “born” in the spring of my 28th year, coming home to a place I had been once before. I visited the manatees in March 1999 and was lucky enough to experience some interactions with them. Afterwards I began to cry, which turned into a sob, in which speech was nearly impossible. After I composed myself, I decided that living in Citrus County was my destiny. I moved from Michigan in June of 1999, and made my dream come true. I have always had a passion for marine mammals, but the manatee experience changed my life forever!
Twenty five years later, I still recall my first time seeing these magical animals, sitting on the boat both anxious and excited and so ready to get up close and personal with the manatees!
I decided to use my passion, knowledge and experience to share the magical Homosassa River and it’s inhabitants with all of you, while ensuring education and preservation is foremost in each tour.
I consider myself very lucky, and smart, that I was able to find a career that I truly love and enjoy every day. Sharing this beautiful piece of paradise with people from all over the world provides a feeling which cannot truly be described.
All of our captains enjoy our “job” and consider it a privilege to be able to share our passion with all of you.

We did not know what to expect but we were amazed by this experience. Master Captain Traci Wood was highly knowledgeable and treated us to an unforgettable encounter with manatees. The tour was well-organized, safe, and truly magical from start to finish. I highly recommend Homosassa Manatee Snorkeling Center. Her deep connection with the animals and the environment.
– Judy
An absolutely amazing trip! Capt. Traci is phenomenal! Her knowledge and passion for the manatees is clear through the experience she provides. She knew exactly where to go and provided a beautiful overview of what to expect. We saw dozens of manatees and had multiple interactions. While I often say I love my job sarcastically, her use of the phrase was an obvious truth.
– K. N.
We had an amazing encounter with the manatees Mom and baby on our trip Captain Dee is a wealth of knowledge and a great Captain! The wetsuits are older but worked fine and the snorkels aren't the kind water can't go in but we didn't use them anyway. Might want to bring your own. They also don't get in the water or take pictures for you. I took my own and got some great shots!
– Family Coastal 045
This is a wonderful Outfitter and so experienced and kind and caring of her clients. You will have the time of your life she knows where to take you what to look for and enjoys herself because you are enjoying yourself in the water with these magical beasts who crave our attention for some strange reason. The most magical experience of my long life. It feels like a once-in-a-lifetime dream come true.
– Trail36167600114
Amazing and truly magical! If the manatees initiate contact, which they totally did because they are like giant floating puppies, then you are allowed to pet them. Then even rolled on their backs for tummy rubs! The business was professional and well run, with a good stable pontoon boat and ladder. I was also happy to support a woman owned and operated business.
– Laurel F.