River Safaris’s Guidebook - See it like a local!
Food scene
This is our neighboor "Cheers". Great food, friendly atmosphere and live music!
23 locals recommend
Old Mill Tavern
10465 W Yulee DrThis is our neighboor "Cheers". Great food, friendly atmosphere and live music!
This is a not to be missed "foodie" dream! Located on the working waterfront, it is a true taste of Homosassa!
11 locals recommend
Wild Sassa Seafood Truck
5380 S Boulevard DrThis is a not to be missed "foodie" dream! Located on the working waterfront, it is a true taste of Homosassa!
Located right on the Homosassa River! One of the oldest waterfront restaurants in Homosassa. Its where you meet colorful locals, see Captains coming in with their haul of the day! Live music, cold beer and a view!
12 locals recommend
Shed
5300 S Cherokee WayLocated right on the Homosassa River! One of the oldest waterfront restaurants in Homosassa. Its where you meet colorful locals, see Captains coming in with their haul of the day! Live music, cold beer and a view!
Have a drink at the Monkey Bar and watch the monkeys play on famous Monkey Island
38 locals recommend
Monkey Bar
5297 S Cherokee WayHave a drink at the Monkey Bar and watch the monkeys play on famous Monkey Island
It's where the locals go for breakfast! A multitude of freshly prepared sandwiches - and THE VERY BEST CUBAN SANDWICH!!! Fresh Smoked Mullet, Mullet Dip and Boiled Peanuts make Two Pop's a favorite of locala and travellers alike!
6 locals recommend
Two Pop's Sandwich Shop
10823 W Yulee DrIt's where the locals go for breakfast! A multitude of freshly prepared sandwiches - and THE VERY BEST CUBAN SANDWICH!!! Fresh Smoked Mullet, Mullet Dip and Boiled Peanuts make Two Pop's a favorite of locala and travellers alike!
The best steamed shrimp in town. From boat to plate...it doesnt get any fresher than this!
89 locals recommend
The Freezer Tiki Bar
5590 S Boulevard DrThe best steamed shrimp in town. From boat to plate...it doesnt get any fresher than this!
Sightseeing
This State Park is home to many native Florida wildlife. Stroll through the grounds and observe the beautiful Homosassa Springs from their observation tower. Visit the manatees in rehabilitation and dont forget to see Lucifer the Hippo - A HOMOSASSA ICON!
37 locals recommend
Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park West Entrance
9225 W Fishbowl DrThis State Park is home to many native Florida wildlife. Stroll through the grounds and observe the beautiful Homosassa Springs from their observation tower. Visit the manatees in rehabilitation and dont forget to see Lucifer the Hippo - A HOMOSASSA ICON!
The oldest outfitter in Homosassa featuring Airboat Tours, Boat Rentals, Swimming with Manatees 11/15 - 4/15 and Scallop Charters 7/1 - 9/24
17 locals recommend
River Safaris & Gulf Charters, Inc.
10823 W Yulee DrThe oldest outfitter in Homosassa featuring Airboat Tours, Boat Rentals, Swimming with Manatees 11/15 - 4/15 and Scallop Charters 7/1 - 9/24
Monkey Island
Historic Monkey Island
Monkey Bar
5297 S Cherokee WayHomosassa Riverside Resort
5297 S Cherokee WaySwimming with Manatees Tour Agency
River Ventures
498 SE Kings Bay DrOur sister company offering Manatee Tours all year around!
City advice
Don't miss
Swimming With The Manatees - Available 11/15 - 3/15.
Citrus County Florida is the ONLY place that it is legal to swim and interact with Manatees! Make this a "Bucket List" activity! Book your charter directly with River Safaris 352-628-5222
Don't miss
Scallop Season 7/1-9/24
Called the "Underwater Easter Egg Hunt", scalloping is a not to be missed sport! Charters are available and for the seasoned boater we have rentals and you can "go like a local"! Contact River Safaris 352-628-5222 for reservations - make them early!
Don't miss
World Famous Inshore and Off Shore Fishing
The Nature Coast is home to some of the best fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. Whether you charter or rent a boat, you are guaranteed to have "tight lines"!