Deluxe Manatee Swim Tour

Overview

Your Deluxe Manatee Swim Tour provides a unique opportunity to view Florida's Nature Coast. CRWS is a proud member of the Save the Manatee Club Guardian Guide Program - promoting passive observation and responsible eco tourism. Your tour will take you past a state Archaeological Park, a State Nature Preserve and to a National Wildlife Refuge. You may view up to 57 varieties of birds, river otters, deer, pigs dolphins, a variety of fish and turtles besides the opportunity to swim in the area of the gentle giants manatees.

City: Crystal River

Mon 23 Sep

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Starting at $91.10

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Mon 23 Sep

Starting at $91.10

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Local guide

Bottled water

Tour escort/host

Driver/guide

Use of Snorkelling equipment

Live commentary on board

Local taxes

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive 30 minutes prior to tour!
Wear bathing suits for your arrival
Bring Towels & Sunscreen.
Bring clothes to put on once done swimming that may get wet, but will keep you comfortable for the return boat ride.
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
While we have always maintained a sanitary work environment, we have increased our cleaning efforts to comply with DAN recommendations fully. Divers Alert Network (DAN) – https://www.diversalertnetwork.org/news/dan-encourages-divers-and-dive-operators-to-properly-disinfect-dive-gear

What To Expect

Crystal River Watersports

The address is our marina/dive shop and here you will get ready for your boat tour and manatee swim.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (183)

Sarahann1683

Oct 2020

We loved every bit of this experience. Our guide Wendy was amazing in the water and helped us along the way and got some great pictures Of us and this amazing creature! Captain Jim navigated the waters like the pro he is while giving us information on the manatees and the area around us. The crew was friendly and welcoming and didn’t even laugh when we struggled with our wetsuits (which we did and so will you lol). We were able to see one manatee and her baby and got to watch the baby feed. I am completely in awe of these gentle giants and cannot wait to come back this winter and see more up close and personal!

Response from Host

Dec 2020

Hi, thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are thrilled that you chose Crystal River Watersports for your tour, and that you had a great time. We think we have the best job in the world- snorkeling with manatees and sharing the amazing experience with our guests. Putting on wetsuits is an aerobic experience, but worth it! We can't wait to see you this winter when we have hundreds of manatees. It is looking to be a chilly winter, which means more manatees in Kings Bay! It keeps the manatees warm in the 72F/22C spring fed water and lets us enjoy their presence. Thank you again for taking a tour with us and for your kind review.

matthewhR1850QX

Sep 2020

What an absolutely phenomenal experience. My wife and kids had the greatest time and are still talking about it. Captains Don and Kristie were outstanding and made our excursion. I'm not sure what they get paid but whatever it is it isn't enough. After today's trip I can tell you we will be back and can't imagine booking with anyone else.

Response from Host

Dec 2020

Thank you so much! We really appreciate you choosing our shop, Crystal River Watersports for your tour and for you taking the time to write such a warm and delightful review. Our staff love sharing the manatee love with our guests, and the manatees themselves make it an always fun and rewarding experience. We are so happy that you and your family enjoyed the tour, and that we will see you again.

LittrellRN

Aug 2020

We recently got home from our Manatee swim. We had an amazing time. I've had a love of Manatees for many years, but I've never had the experience of swimming with them. I decided to book the trip for myself, my husband, & 3 kids (8,9,12). After arriving at the shop, you watch a video of "Things not to do", then squeeze, wiggle, & jump into your wetsuit. Walk outside to get a quick group picture, then to the boat! Our Captain Jim, was great & knew a lot about the local widlife & birds. Dakota was our water guide/swimmer & photographer. They both have great personalites, and both have great patience with kids. No question was ignored, no matter how many were asked! We drove around for a little while once in Kings Bay looking for our own Manatee. They didn't want to put us out with groups of people from other boats, and that I appreciate. All my kids can swim, but they aren't great at snorkeling. As a Mom, I keep my eye on them & appreciate not being in a huge group. Once we located a Manatee, we were able to enter the water. Dakatoa led us over to the eating Manatee and stayed with us the entire time. He even allowed my youngest to hang on his arm and pulled him around in the water. After being able to swim around with the Manatee for some time, we re-boarded the boat & went to Hunters Springs to snorkel some. On the way back we found a Dolphin that played with the boat. My kids loved the experience! I highly recommend this place... Also don't forget to get your trip pictures on the Manatee thumb drive!

Response from Host

Aug 2020

Thank you so much for the wonderful review, and for choosing Crystal River Watersports for your tour. Manatees are so amazing and it is always a great experience to share with family. The Nature Coast has so many beautiful sights, and nothing in the world is like a manatee. We are so happy that you enjoyed the time spent with Captain Jim, Dakota and the manatees- they are both great at their jobs. Thank you again for going out with us, and for taking the time to write a review, we really appreciate it.