Recreation
Much of the opportunities locally centre on water-sports, there are several boat hire centres and snorkelling (or scuba equipment) is available from these sites. The water in Kings Bay and the river is fresh spring water and very clear. It is remains at a constant temperature of 72oF throughout the year due to the natural springs and skin diving to view the Manatee is very popular. This is comparatively safe since there is a general speed limit of 5mph in the Manatee areas although divers must display a diving flag on their boat, these are available with the boat rental.
There are several companies offering excursions on the water these include viewing manatee or swimming with them, along with sunrise/sunset experiences and dinner cruises.
Scuba lessons are available and reasonably priced.
Fishing is part of the way of life in Crystal River. Fishermen travel long distances to the boat ramp at Fort Island where they can launch into the Gulf. There are two marinas, one in the Bay and the other half way along the river to the Gulf. Many local people own boats and fish in the Bay or cruise the short distance to the Gulf. Despite this the size of the Bay means it is never crowded and there is always somewhere to anchor and feel you are the only person around.
If you want to experience fishing but do not want to hire a boat then fish off our seawall, bass are always around but snapper are often present.
There are three TV's in the house and each has a DVD player. There is also a VCR player. There is a library of films available on each medium to entertain in the evenings. The Villa is WiFi equipped so bring your laptop and stay connected to the outside World.
Boats and bicycles can be hired locally.