Swim & Snorkel with Manatees Tour from Orlando
Swim & Snorkel with Manatees Tour from Orlando
Snorkel with the wild manatees
We found some manatees
A manatee is following the boat
The Florida Fish Bowl underwater viewing chamber
Maximus the black bear is home at the wild life park
Stroll along the walk ways at the park
2 manatees seen through the underwater chamber
Day trips
Swim & Snorkel with Manatees Tour from Orlando
From
169.00
Escape the crowds and embark on a serene day on the Crystal River!
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!
Experience
- 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
- Roundtrip transportation from Orlando, Kissimmee, Universal, or Disney areas
- Equipment provided: mask and snorkel
- Boat ride on Crystal River and Kings Bay
- Picnic Lunch with Beverage
- Admission to Homosassa State Wildlife Park
- Licensed, professional & friendly guide-driver
- Comfortable & air conditioned transportation
- Mandatory $15 wetsuit rental for any swimmers to be paid on tour day
- Optional gratuities
- 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
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
Extras / Upgrades
- Wet-suits must be rented on the day of your tour at the dive shop, $15 charge
Pickup points
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Hotel Pickup
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
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
- Picnic Lunch with Beverage
- 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
- Optional gratuities
Essential Information
- 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
Extras / Upgrades
- Wet-suits must be rented on the day of your tour at the dive shop, $15 charge
Pickup points
Not booked your hotel yet? Hotel not listed? Staying with a friend/family?
Don't worry, you can give us that information when you add this item to your cart.
Hotel Pickup
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
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
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Customer Reviews
4.8
based on 11 verified reviews
Apr 12 2026
Oscar with grayline was a wonderful guide and driver! We had a blast swimming with manatees and saw so much wildlife. The lunch was great quality and state park was a nice addition to the day. Thanks!
a Gray Line customer
Aug 3 2025
To begin our driver Carmen, was on time and full of energy. She kept us informed and excited for our trip. On our trip we took a boat ride and swam with the manatees. Though few we still were able to snorkel along with a couple. Afterwards a nice boat ride to the state park sanctuary. The entire trip was planned nicely and the meals were perfect. But our driver Carmen was what made our trip very special. She went above and beyond and I appreciated all of her energy and enthusiasm. I wish her the best in all her journeys .
John Pena
Jan 20 2025
I would recommend the snorkelling with the manatees and wilderness park adventure. The guides promoted a safe and informative tour that was enjoyed by everyone
a Gray Line customer
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
Apr 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!
a Gray Line customer
Feb 5 2024
Great experience. Very friendly driver. Everything ran to time. The people who did the actual swim experience were also great.
John Atherton
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