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Manatees Swim, Snorkel and Boat Day Tour from Orlando
Dive into adventure with our Manatee Swim, Snorkel, and Boat Day Tour from Orlando! Journey to Crystal River and swim with wild manatees in their natural habitat. Enjoy a scenic boat ride through Kings Bay and explore Homosassa State Park to see rescued Florida wildlife. With equipment provided and expert guides, this is an unforgettable experience. Book now and create magical memories!
Hop aboard a Gray Line Orlando tour vehicle and head to Citrus County, home to the famous Crystal River – the only place in the world where you can legally swim and snorkel with wild manatees! Get ready for an unforgettable day of adventure, nature, and up-close encounters with these gentle giants.
After a quick briefing from your professional tour guide and a safety presentation at the dive shop, you'll be all set for your boat ride. Your Coast Guard Certified Boat Captain will navigate the serene waters of Crystal River, keeping an eye out for manatees. Whether you dive in for a snorkeling adventure in the crystal-clear water or prefer to relax and take in the scenic beauty from the boat, this experience is truly magical.
Manatees, also known as sea cows, are incredibly friendly. If you're lucky, these curious creatures might come up to greet you or even roll over for a gentle tickle! Remember, while you can't approach them, manatees often come to you – a moment you'll cherish forever.
Once back on land, you'll have a chance to change at the dive shop before heading to the Ellie Schiller Homosassa Wildlife State Park. Here, you can enjoy a delicious packed picnic lunch and explore one of Florida’s best-kept secrets. This 210-acre park is a sanctuary for many of Florida’s endangered animals, including the state panther and black bears. Don’t miss the ‘Nature's Fish Bowl,’ an underwater viewing chamber where you can watch rehabilitating manatees up close.
As the day winds down, head back to Orlando, arriving around 5pm. This tour offers a true taste of Florida adventure and showcases the unique beauty of this region. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience!
Operates:
Saturday's, year-round.
Pick-up Time & Schedule
- 6.00am - Pacifica Ballroom at Universal Royal Pacific Resort. (only guests staying at Universal Resorts can choose this location). 6300 Hollywood Way, Orlando, FL 32819. Please wait outside the Pacifica Ballroom Lobby.
- 6.05am - Avanti Palms Resort. 6515 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819. Please wait outside the lobby.
- 6.10am - ICON Park Orlando. 8375 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819. Please wait at the base of the wheel, facing Universal Blvd. 6.20am - Golden Corral Buffet, Lake Buena Vista. 8707 Vineland Rd, Orlando, FL 32821. Please wait outside of the restaurant.
- 6.20am - Golden Corral Buffet, Lake Buena Vista. 8707 Vineland Rd, Orlando, FL 32821. Please wait outside of the restaurant. Free parking is available.
- 6.35am - Disney Swan Resort. 1200 Epcot Resorts Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830. Please wait outside the lobby.
- 6.45am - Charley's Steak House. 2901 Parkway Blvd, Kissimmee, FL 34747. Please wait outside of the restaurant.
Duration:
Around 10.5 hours in total.
Experience Includes
- Swim and snorkel with manatees
- Scenic Boat Ride on the Crystal River and through Kings Bay on a 5-star PADI dive-regulated vehicle
- Admission to Homosassa Springs State Park to see the Florida Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
- Equipment provided: mask and snorkel included
- Packed picnic lunch to enjoy at Homosassa State Park
- Licensed, professional & friendly guide-driver
- Comfortable & air-conditioned transportation
- BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE - flexibility to cancel your tickets with a full refund*
Experience Excludes
- Mandatory $15 wetsuit rental for any swimmers to be paid on tour day
- Food and beverages
- Optional gratuities
Terms & Conditions
- Due to the natural conditions of this experience, an encounter with the Manatees cannot be guaranteed. However, the expert Coast Guard-certified boat captains will do everything possible to make this happen. There is a population of around 80 Manatees that live in the Crystal River year-round with numbers swelling to around 300 in the winter months.
- Wetsuits are not included in the tour price. These must be rented on the day for $15.00 and act as an excellent buoyancy aid. Any person wishing to do the manatee swim must hire a wetsuit prior to boat departure. The water temperature is around 72 degrees Fahrenheit year-round, the main purpose of wearing a wet suit is to aid buoyancy and minimise surface splashing which can scare manatees away.
- Water can vary from 4 feet to 24 feet deep. Pool noodles are provided for all guests but anybody wishing to go in the water should be able to at least float calmly.
- Please wear a swimsuit under clothes in the morning as it will make things easier upon arrival at the dive shop.
- Please bring towels and a change of clothes for after the dive time.
- All timings are approximate and subject to change.
- The Florida Adventure Tour runs from central location points in Orlando and you will need to make your own way to one of these departure points. Your nearest pick-up location will be confirmed locally upon tour reconfirmation. Please arrive at your meeting location at least 15 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.
- This tour is not be available on some holidays, including Thanksgiving and Christmas Day
- Gratuities are not included for the tour guides or drivers. Gratuities are not mandatory but are encouraged upon receipt of good service.
- If you use a wheelchair, please inform us when making your booking.
- We recommend guests bring breakfast with them on the tour vehicle to eat, as there is often not chance to stop en route to the river in the mornings.
*CANCELLATION POLICY:
- Free cancellations for bookings cancelled up to your holiday departure date. No refunds are given for cancellations made post-departure.
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