Nature Coast Eco Tours - Connecting People with Nature off the Beaten Path!
Up Coming Events:
Multiple DatesSun, Apr 27Experience the darkest skies of the month during the New Moon! Paddle with us along serene, starlit waterways, see lots of constellations with the naked eye and learn about all about what goes on in the night sky!
Mon, May 05This paddle highlights the transition through winding sawgrass tidal creeks, down a cypress swamp river then to the coastal waters and islands at the mouth of the Withlacoochee River!
Multiple DatesTue, May 06Spot Shooting Stars, and learn to identify Constellations and Planets in the night sky. You can see so much with the naked eye thanks to the very minimal light pollution on this river.
Multiple DatesWed, May 07This undeveloped and ultra-primitive river is full of history, and home to some of largest and oldest trees left on the Nature Coast.
Multiple DatesMon, May 12take in the beauty of a scenic sunset, followed by the full moon rising over the palm trees!
Multiple Dates
Wed, May 148,000+ acre conservation area along Withlacoochee River. Paddle through a springfed creek canopied with cypress trees.
Fri, May 16Explore the Chassahowitzka River and see all the Springs, including the hidden-gem known as "the Crack" - we'll explore Bairds Creek, Snapper Hole, Seven Sister Springs, and Crab Creek.
Multiple DatesWed, Jun 04Paddle through a winding forest of bald cypress trees showing off the true essence of wild Florida.- Wed, Jun 118,000+ acre conservation area along Withlacoochee River. Paddle through a springfed creek canopied with cypress trees.
- Wed, Jun 18Explore the Chassahowitzka River and see all the Springs, including the hidden-gem known as "the Crack" - we'll explore Bairds Creek, Snapper Hole, Seven Sister Springs, and Crab Creek.
Multiple DatesFri, Jun 20there is nothing quite like being on the river as the sun rises, the wildlife observations and crisp feelings in the summer air are unforgettable!
Multiple DatesWed, Aug 13This paddle will take us on the Gulf where we'll explore the coastal marsh and barrier islands of St. Martins Aquatic Refuge.
Multiple DatesWed, Sep 17This is a neat paddle that runs behind the residential areas of the Homosassa River. These winding tributaries are the primary reason for the major success within the commercial fishing community of Homosassa.
Multiple DatesMon, Nov 03This paddle starts off on Withlacoochee River and takes us to the backwaters of Lake Rousseau. This is an important rookery for migrating birds, and a great place to see Fall colors.
Multiple DatesWed, Dec 03Manatee Season has arrived in Homosassa! Come see the Manatees, they're so curious!
EVENTS
We host a variety of unique and adventurous event tours throughout the year.
Exclusively planned with creativity and local knowledge of the area, sea and sky. These one of a kind event tours can only take place during specific times of the year due to seasonal changes and environmental happenings!
Let's get outdoors and see what's going on this month!
We are likely to have something fun coming up whether your a Florida resident or visiting for a short time. There's something for everyone!
Manatee Observation Cruise
Sun, Oct 29
|Homosassa Springs Marina
Kick off this year's manatee season with us! October, Sat. 28th & Sun. 29th As the cooler air settles in, so do the manatees. Hop aboard and let us take your family out to see these adorable gentle giants.
Time & Location
Oct 29, 2023, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Homosassa Springs Marina, 10806 W Halls River Rd, Homosassa, FL 34448, USA
About the event
Scenic and educational cruise to see manatees up close! Learn why they call our beautiful rivers and springs home. Great for all ages!
We get you up close to see the manatees in the wild and tell you all about their natural behaviors and why they depend on our beautiful rivers and springs to survive!
On our cruise we will pass by the Old Homosassa Water Tower, learn some history of the area and see the diversity of plants, wildlife and the beautiful blue waters flowing from the head spring located inside the Homosassa Springs State Wildlife Park!
Manatee season runs November - February.
This is the best time to see them here in abundance!
*Book in advance! This seasonal cruise fills up the quickest! ( Max 6 People on boat cruise )
$35 Per Person
1.5 Hours Educational Cruise
Departs: 8:00am
Homosassa Springs Marina
10806 W Halls River Rd,
Homosassa, Florida 34448