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

Wed 25 Sep

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Starting at $91.10

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Wed 25 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)

Pat B

Feb 2018

Set out on a very foggy morning, but Captain Jim knows these waters like the back of his hand! As the morning progressed the fog lifted and Water guide, Dakota, and I got to swim with a juvenile manatee for almost an hour. He came up to us, rolled on his back and checked us out. It was the most awesome experience ever. Thanks to Captain Jim for getting us out and back safely and Dakota, for helping me in the water and taking great photos. This company is very ecologically minded. They are also very professional, friendly and helpful.

Response from Host

Mar 2018

Pat, thank you so much for the awesome review! Our staff tries very hard to make sure that our guests have a great time, while also protecting the amazing manatees that live here. Jim is great at knowing where the manatees hang out- and his knowledge of birds and other critters is phenomenal. When our guests observe passive observation the way that you did, it allows the manatees to decide what they want to do. It really does make for the best experience as the manatees are more likely to want to stay and interact when our guests simply float and let the manatee "do their thing." I am so happy that you found a curious juvenile and that it apparently really enjoyed your company. We appreciate you choosing Crystal River Watersports for your tour- and for the review. Thank you.

Sharon O

Feb 2018

We went in February, which is a good time to see them. We were one of 2 boats that went out at that time. We had a good tour guide who gave us all facts and tried to spot other wildlife on the way to the manatees. The weather was unseasonably warm, but we did manage to see a few manatees. The photos the guide took were good, $30 sounds a bit pricey for photos, but we did get a USB stick shaped like a manatee with all of the photos and other ones from the previous year. It's good if you share the cost with the other people you go with too. Took me a while to get used to snorkelling but one of the captains was helpful and I learned to relax. The other tours used pool noodles to float, but this company use life jackets, which I thought was better.

Response from Host

Mar 2018

Sharon, thank you so much for taking the time to write a review for us, we truly appreciate it. We are the only company in the area that does offer the snorkel vests instead of pool noodles, as we think it gives our guests better control in the water, and positions you appropriately to see the manatees while snorkeling. (When people place pool noodles under their arms, they end up being upright in the water instead of simply floating on the surface.) The manatees are such amazing creatures, we are always thrilled when visitors get to see and fall in love with them. Thank you so much for choosing Crystal River Watersports for your tour, and for the kind review.

Jessica B

Feb 2018

I went along with my husband, sister, & her boyfriend on Friday February 2nd, it was chilly, but wetsuits made it so that we weren't cold in the water. I wasn't sure about snorkeling while pregnant, but I had nothing to worry about. The snorkeling is pretty relaxing, no current to worry about & the manatees honestly come right up to you. We picked a great time of year to come as there were many manatees around, we literally saw one as soon as we got in the water & then couldn't get back on our boat at the end because there was one right in front of the ladder! Everyone in our group absolutely loved the experience and our captain (Rob) and dive guide (Hailey) were both very knowledgable and made our experience special. I hope to be able to do this again someday with our daughter!

Response from Host

Feb 2018

Thank you so much for you so much for your kind review Jessica. We are delighted that you had a great time on your tour, and that you and your party had such a good experience with the manatees. The cold weather makes it a bit more daunting when planning the trip, but with 72'F (22'C) water, and the reward of swimming with our gentle giants, it makes it worthwhile. We will make sure to pass your review to Hailey and Robert, and they will be delighted. Thank you again for choosing Crystal River Watersports for your tour, and for taking the time to write a review, we really appreciate it.