Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park Tours and Activities

Homosassa River; Shutterstock ID 46004830
Preening Spoonbill
Sleepy Flamingos
This is taken from the observation deck at Homosassa Springs Wildlife Refuge, the best place to spend the day and view manatees in Homosassa. While we were watching these people on the pontoon boat preparing to swim with manatees, dolphins came in up the Homosassa River. I just barely captured one on the far left of the picture, right in front of the kayaker. There were two of them. Dolphins and manatees in the same spot! Read about our misadventures trying to find manatees: http://rvluckyorwhat.com/2014/12/11/the-trouble-with-manatees/ #Florida #Manatees #Homosassa #wildlife #river
Beautiful Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park has something for the entire family. Get to know the local wildlife in Florida and by taking a tour of their rehabilitational Wildlife State Park. Read the full travel guide here: https://thewalkingmermaid.com/blog/homosassa-springs-state-park

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The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk

The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk

3 out of 5
Downtown Tampa
Price was AU$3,444, price is now AU$3,280 per person
AU$3,280
per person
26 May - 30 May
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Perth (PER) to Tampa (TPA)
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,526 reviews)
Staff very friendly and helpful. Facilities are old and not well maintained.

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Hyatt House Tampa Downtown

Hyatt House Tampa Downtown

3.5 out of 5
Downtown Tampa
Price was AU$3,498, price is now AU$3,334 per person
AU$3,334
per person
26 May - 30 May
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Perth (PER) to Tampa (TPA)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,238 reviews)
Great location. Friendly and capable staff. Beeakfast included is a nice treat with some goodd food options. Niice pool amd the fitness room is decent

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Hotel South Tampa & Suites

Hotel South Tampa & Suites

3 out of 5
Virginia Park
Price was AU$3,452, price is now AU$3,293 per person
AU$3,293
per person
26 May - 30 May
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Perth (PER) to Tampa (TPA)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,701 reviews)
The place is a roadside motel. We stayed in an efficiency unit, but did not cook there. It was very expensive, but clean. There was a very strong odor of pesticide, but no signs of pests. The bathroom was clean and the bed was comfy.

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Water activities

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From Orlando: Manatees Swim, Snorkel and Boat Day Tour with Hotel Pickup

From Orlando: Manatees Swim, Snorkel and Boat Day Tour with Hotel Pickup

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 39 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$259 per adult
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Tours & day trips

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Crystal River: Manatee Viewing Cruise

Crystal River: Manatee Viewing Cruise

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 56 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$63 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Crystal River: Manatee Viewing Cruise

Crystal River: Manatee Viewing Cruise

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 56 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$63 per adult
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History & culture

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Plantation's Kings Bay Scenic Cruise

Plantation's Kings Bay Scenic Cruise

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.4 out of 10 with 299 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$35 per adult
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Top Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park Hotel & Accommodation Deals

Rodeway Inn Homosassa

Rodeway Inn Homosassa

2 out of 5
4076 S Suncoast Blvd Homosassa FL
Rodeway Inn Homosassa
Entire 4 Suite Botique Hotel like home w/ Indoor Pool & Waterfalls

Entire 4 Suite Botique Hotel like home w/ Indoor Pool & Waterfalls

Homosassa FL
Entire 4 Suite Botique Hotel like home w/ Indoor Pool & Waterfalls
River Rat's Rest

River Rat's Rest

Homosassa FL
River Rat's Rest
Snorkel with the Manatees in Your Back Yard - Kayaks Included

Snorkel with the Manatees in Your Back Yard - Kayaks Included

Homosassa FL
Snorkel with the Manatees in Your Back Yard - Kayaks Included
Bring Your Boat! Homosassa Retreat < 5 Mi to River

Bring Your Boat! Homosassa Retreat < 5 Mi to River

Homosassa FL
Bring Your Boat! Homosassa Retreat < 5 Mi to River
3-bedroom house with large pool

3-bedroom house with large pool

Homosassa FL
3-bedroom house with large pool
1-bedroom cottage and private boat dock on deepwater canal close to the springs

1-bedroom cottage and private boat dock on deepwater canal close to the springs

Homosassa FL
1-bedroom cottage and private boat dock on deepwater canal close to the springs
Springs Waterfront, kayaks and pool, room for the whole fam + friends

Springs Waterfront, kayaks and pool, room for the whole fam + friends

Homosassa FL
Springs Waterfront, kayaks and pool, room for the whole fam + friends
Salty Anchor Relaxing Retreat for Scallop Season Boat Parking, Family Friendly

Salty Anchor Relaxing Retreat for Scallop Season Boat Parking, Family Friendly

Homosassa FL
Salty Anchor Relaxing Retreat for Scallop Season Boat Parking, Family Friendly
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