So amazing! We were just outside of peak season (early April) so we made sure to do the 6:30 am tour. We had plenty of up-close encounters with the manatees including one who totally surprised me by coming right up to my face, lol. Because it was 'off-season', we also got to go into the 'Three Sisters' Springs, which was very special, with crystal clear water and a beautiful setting. It was my eight-year-old daughter's 'favorite place ever' and solidified her love of snorkeling.
Captain Ron was laid-back, friendly and great at answering any questions before and during the trip. It was my daughter's first experience snorkeling and Lauren, the helper, was great at helping guide her and keep her comfortable.
I highly recommend Gulf Coast Expeditions Manatee Snorkeling Tour. We hope to go again some day.