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

Tue 24 Sep

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Starting at $91.10

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Tue 24 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.

Traveler Photos

Reviews (183)

katinflorida

Jul 2019

Captain Jim and Dakota were exceptional! While it can be a bit of a challenge to find manatees at this time of the year, we were able to have a private viewing away from the crazy crowds that were on the river over the weekend. As experienced divers, we also appreciated their "passive observation" approach for the safety of the manatees. Captain Jim and Dakota were very attentive, knowledgeable and personable, which made for a once-in-a-lifetime experience for us - these guys rock! :)

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Thank you so much for the terrific review- we will make sure to let Jim and Dakota know that you enjoyed your tour. It is really important to us that we make sure that our guides, guests and entire tour are respectful of the manatees, and of our local eco-system. That is one of the reasons that we are one of only two companies who have earned the Save the Manatee Club's coveted Guardian Guide designation. As a part of that program, we make sure that we not only take people out to see the manatees, but we also educate them about these amazing creatures, the local history and ecology, and we also collect and donate money from our guests to support local ecological endeavors such as planting eel grass, waterway clean ups, sponsoring area youth to ecology summer camps, and other conservation efforts. Our staff trains several times a year in safety, first aid, manatee, bird and ecology education, and many volunteer for manatee rescues, health evaluations and other efforts to help protect our manatees and the local area. We are so happy that our efforts have paid off by providing a once in a lifetime experience for you- but you are always welcome to come back and see our lovable giants (and staff) again. Thanks, Sandi

Leslie P

Jul 2019

Vince was our captain and Don our tour guide and they made sure we got up close and personal with the Manatees with some great photos to remember it with . A great day out would highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Hi Leslie, Thank you so much for your terrific review. We are so happy you enjoyed your tour, and we will make sure to let Don and Vince know that you enjoyed the tour. We appreciate you choosing Crystal River Watersports for your manatee tour, and for taking the time to write a review for our shop. Sandi

_earthscience1

Jun 2019

The tour was informative and comfortable on the boat. The water time was good and the crew made every effort to search out manatees and not to out us in crowded areas. We enjoyed our trip.

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Hi, Thank you so much for the review, and for choosing our shop for your manatee tour. Our staff works hard to learn as much as they can about manatees, so that our tours are informative, and fun for both our guests and the manatees. Seeking out the manatees that aren't being crowded means that they are more relaxed, unstressed and you can enjoy their presence without distraction. Thanks for visiting us at Crystal River Watersports. Sandi