Being guided by our entertaining captain, Ron, & in-water guide, Lauren, was an awesome experience. They love and respect the manatees and are very knowledgeable about them. They were able to answer all our questions and were very observant that guests did not break any rules. They provided everything needed such as wetsuits and snorkel gear, plus extras like warm coats and hot drinks for the boat ride back to their shop.
Going at 6:30 a.m., we were the only boat out and were able to have relaxed uninterrupted time with the manatees. Later in our trip, we spoke to people that went out with other manatee tour operators, and our experience was clearly the best.
I highly recommend Gulf Coast Expeditions and snorkeling with the manatees to everyone !