Florida manatee adventure
Activities

Florida manatee adventure

4.6/5
Excellent
Based on 2 reviews
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: up to 12 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Visit the manatee capital of the world
  • Learn about the endangered Florida panther, black bears, red wolves, and bobcats
  • Take an exciting airboat ride on the Withlacoochee River
  • Swim and snorkel with manatees
What to expect

This action-packed day starts with a full overview of what's in store, as you head out to the Crystal River area on the Gulf Coast, 80 miles northwest of Orlando. This is the manatee capital of the world and the only place in America where it is legal to swim with manatees. It is also home to stunning natural springs and lots of wildlife, and you'll get to meet an essential part of it as you gear up for the manatee snorkel under the supervision of a Coast Guard Certified Captain.

You'll learn all about the West Indian manatee - and then get to see some of them, up close and personal, in the crystal-clear waters. Then head off to 210-acre Homosassa Springs State Park, a hidden gem of Florida nature, where there is local wildlife to learn about, like the endangered Florida panther, black bears, red wolves, bobcats, and alligators, as well as birdlife, notably whooping cranes and flamingos. Spot unique sightings of Nature's Fish Bowl, an underwater observatory built over the mouth of the mainspring where a huge number of fish hang out, while the Park has its own manatee rehabilitation program to provide another glimpse of these rare sea mammals. The day will conclude with an airboat ride on the Withlacoochee River.

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What's included
  • check Boat tour of Kings Bay and Crystal River
  • check Complimentary mask and snorkel
  • check Packed lunch
  • check Admission into Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park
  • check Airboat ride on the Withlacoochee River
  • check Roundtrip transportation
  • check Tour guide
What's not included
  • x_not_included Mandatory 10 USD wetsuit rental fee for any swimmers
  • x_not_included Additional food and drinks
Where
Meeting point:
Meeting points: Margaritaville Resort at 7:15 am - Banquet and Event Entrance, 8000 Fins Up Circle, Kissimmee FL 34747; Golden Coral Lake Buena Vista at 7:30 am - 8707 Vineland Ave, Orlando, FL 32821; Orlando Star Flyer at Icon Park at 8 - 8265 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819.
What to remember
  • Any person wishing to do the manatee swim must hire a wetsuit prior to boat departure
  • Please note that it is obligatory to contact the local tour operator between the hours of 9.00am and 4.00pm local time after booking using the information provided on your voucher to confirm your pickup location
  • If you do not contact the local tour operator to confirm your pickup location it will automatically be assigned to the Orlando Starflyer at Icon Park 8265 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819 with a pickup time of 8.30am
  • Please note that if a booking is made for the following day after 4.00pm the only pickup available will be the Orlando Starflyer at Icon Park 8265 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819 with a pickup time of 8.30am
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Provider
Real Florida Adventures
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.6/5

Based on 2 reviews from verified customers

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Review categories

Service

4.6/5

Staff

4.6/5

Safety

4.6/5

Value for money

4.4/5

  • Hannah

    From United States of America - October 2023

    Travelled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Our guide Dave was amazing. He was so informative, friendly and told great stories. Finding the Mantatees took a little while, but the boat alone was ...

  • Mike

    From United Kingdom - September 2022

    Travelled with family

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Enjoyed homasassa and time in the water with manatees, loved the airboat ride, would have liked a longer boat ride with the manatees, good lunch

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