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Pontoon Boat Tours -

SPRINGS TOUR- Visit the "Blue Waters" where the Homosassa River begins. Many species of fish freely travel from the Gulf of Mexico into the springs. Manatees arrive from the Gulf of Mexico to spend the winter in the constant 72 degree (23C) fresh water. Approx. 1 hour & 15 minutes at $23 per person. Two person minimum

SWIM WITH THE MANATEES (Winter) -- A two hour trip to the Blue Waters to swim with these docile animals. Bring your own snorkeling gear, wetsuits or rent ours. $29 per person - 3 person minimum (when minimum is met additional non swimmers pay just $23 per person) Wetsuit rental $12, mask, snorkel & fins $7. Free hot drinks As of 5/24/09 there are a few manatees being seen and most often they are in the Gulf of Mexico. We see them year round but they will not return to our spring area until the Gulf temperatures drop below 70 degrees.

BACKWATER TOUR -Historically Narrated ride on the Homosassa River to the Salt River and around Tiger Tail Island the area is loaded with history and is one of our most popular tours. 1hour 15 min. approx. at $23 per person. Two person minimum

LONG BACKWATER TOUR extends the backwater tour to the Gulf of Mexico. Approximately 2 1/2 hours at $45 per person - 4 person minimum

COMBINATION TOUR - The Spring and Backwater tours combined. Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes at $38 person - 3 person minimum

GULF OF MEXICO TRIP- Travel the scenic Homosassa River to the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Approximately 2 hours at $35 per person with a 3 person minimum

SPRINGS TO GULF TRIP - Visit the head waters of the Homosassa River then take a leisurely ride the full length of the river to the Gulf of Mexico. Approximately 2 1/2 hours at $45 per person with a 4 person minimum

SUNSET CRUISE - A relaxing way to watch the day pass to night. The beautiful palm laden islands are silhouetted against the dropping sun and water. Be sure to bring your camera. Available November thru the first week of March (can be arranged other months with advance reservations and 6 or more people). Call for reservations. Approximately 2 hours at $30 per person with a 4 person minimum.

Rates are per person plus tax. Take along drink, snacks and pets. Discounts for AAA, AARP, active duty military and senior (62+)

Children ages 4,5 & 6 are half price and ages 3 and under are FREE.

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