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Manatees Swim, Snorkel and Boat Day Tour from Orlando

Escape the crowds and embark on a serene day on the Crystal River with us! Journey from Orlando to this spring-fed oasis, renowned as the Manatee Capital of the World. After an educational overview and receiving snorkel equipment, we'll take you on a boat ride along the crystal clear river, abundant with nature. Get up close with the gentle giants as you snorkel with the manatees. Later in the afternoon, we'll visit Homosassa State Park, dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of Florida Wildlife. It's a day of unforgettable encounters and nature's wonders!

10.5 Hours
Mobile & printed vouchers accepted
Free Cancellation
Fully refundable when canceled up to 24 hours prior to departure.

Highlights

  • Boat ride on the Crystal River and through Kings Bay
  • Swim and snorkel with manatees
  • Visit the Homosassa State Park to see rescued Florida Wild Life

Includes

  • Roundtrip transportation from Orlando, Kissimmee, Universal, or Disney areas
  • Equipment provided: mask and snorkel
  • Boat ride on Crystal River and Kings Bay
  • Admission to Homosassa State Wildlife Park
  • Licensed, professional & friendly guide-driver
  • Comfortable & air conditioned transportation

Excludes

  • Mandatory $15 wetsuit rental for any swimmers to be paid on tour day
  • Food and beverages
  • Optional gratuities

Please Note

  • Please wear swimsuit under clothes in the morning as it will make things easier upon arrival at the dive shop.
  • Bring towels and a change of clothes for after the dive time.
  • Mandatory $15 wetsuit rental for swimmers to be paid on tour day, they are cleaned and sanitized between use.
  • This activity may not be available on some holidays, including Thanksgiving and Christmas Day

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a Gray Line customer
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May 28, 2024
Good all day trip from Disney. Would have prefered less time at the wildlife park for more time at the other activities or a later departure. Very nice people. Good food supplied
a Gray Line customer
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April 9, 2024
Four of us senior ladies went on the Manatee trip. Kevin was our driver and he was awesome. He gave us time to wake up and was very informative the rest of the trip. He had a great sense of humor and was very kind. The water was murky that day so we didn't have beautiful views of the ocean with our scuba gear. What we did have was a hilarious experience getting into wet suits for the first time, getting into the ocean with scuba gear for the first time, and learning how to swim away/try to from the pontoon! We laughed so hard we probably peed our pants. Our captain, Yves was so nice, informative and protective. We had one memorable experience. Thank you!
John Atherton
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February 5, 2024
Great experience. Very friendly driver. Everything ran to time. The people who did the actual swim experience were also great.
Mr Paul Boland
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October 23, 2023
After watching a quick 8 min legally required video it was off for a quick boat trip into then at on the search for manatees.The water was quite murky due to numerous storms that have passed through and been quite destructive, however, Captain Owen was in constant communication with other boat Captains to ensure that we ended up in the water and seeing the manatees in their natural environment.
a Gray Line customer
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July 13, 2023
Awesome experience, great guides and nice wildlife park to finish.
a Gray Line customer
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June 12, 2023
A little rushed it could have been longer
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May 28, 2024
Image with Rate from a Gray Line customer
Good all day trip from Disney. Would have prefered less time at the wildlife park for more time at the other activities or a later departure. Very nice people. Good food supplied
reviewed by a Gray Line customer
April 9, 2024
Image with Rate from a Gray Line customer
Four of us senior ladies went on the Manatee trip. Kevin was our driver and he was awesome. He gave us time to wake up and was very informative the rest of the trip. He had a great sense of humor and was very kind. The water was murky that day so we didn't have beautiful views of the ocean with our scuba gear. What we did have was a hilarious experience getting into wet suits for the first time, getting into the ocean with scuba gear for the first time, and learning how to swim away/try to from the pontoon! We laughed so hard we probably peed our pants. Our captain, Yves was so nice, informative and protective. We had one memorable experience. Thank you!
reviewed by a Gray Line customer
February 5, 2024
Image with Rate from John Atherton
Great experience. Very friendly driver. Everything ran to time. The people who did the actual swim experience were also great.
reviewed by John Atherton
October 23, 2023
Image with Rate from Mr Paul Boland
After watching a quick 8 min legally required video it was off for a quick boat trip into then at on the search for manatees.The water was quite murky due to numerous storms that have passed through and been quite destructive, however, Captain Owen was in constant communication with other boat Captains to ensure that we ended up in the water and seeing the manatees in their natural environment.
reviewed by Mr Paul Boland
July 13, 2023
Image with Rate from a Gray Line customer
Awesome experience, great guides and nice wildlife park to finish.
reviewed by a Gray Line customer
June 12, 2023
Image with Rate from a Gray Line customer
A little rushed it could have been longer
reviewed by a Gray Line customer
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Itinerary

After boarding the tour vehicle we will head off towards Citrus County, and the famous Crystal River, the only place in the world where it is legal to swim and snorkel with wild manatees. After some information from our professional tour guide and a safety presentation at the dive shop, you will be fully prepared for your boat ride.

The Coast Guard Certified Boat Captain will slowly cruise down the river looking for the wild manatees in the Crystal River. You can choose to snorkel and swim in the crystal-clear water, or just sit back, relax, and enjoy the natural surroundings on the boat tour. Manatees, also known sea cows, are gentle giants and when snorkeling in the river where they often swim, they sometimes come to greet you or even roll over to be tickled. You cannot approach wild manatees; they are wild on the river but if we spot them, manatees often will come near to humans. This is an experience you don't want to miss out on.

Back on solid ground you will have chance to change at the dive shop before we head to lunch.

The afternoon allows us to spend time at the Ellie Schiller Homosassa State WildLifePark - one of Florida’s best kept secrets. At this 210-acre park, you will have the chance to view many of Florida’s endangered animals such as the state panther, and black bears. Known as the 'Natures Fish Bowl', they have an underwater viewing chamber looking towards the springs; which is where the parks manatees like to hang out - they are house there during their rehabilitation before being let back into the wild. This park toys to rescue and rehabilitate as many animals as it can, whilst providing a safe having for those whose injuries often make it impossible for them to return to the wild.

Arriving back into the Orlando area round 4pm, this tour really is a true Florida adventure, and something unique to this area.

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We have meeting points throughout the tourism corridors of Orlando, Lake Buena Vista, and Kissimmee including the Disney and Universal areas. Please arrive to your meeting location at least 5 to 10 minutes prior to the departure time. Wait outside the meeting point as the Guides will not go into lobbies or stores to look for guests

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