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Swim Where The Manatees Live

Go for a swim with Florida's friendly manatees in their own home - the Crystal River. You also get to meet the rescued animals at Homosassa Park!

Don’t miss the chance to swim with friendly Florida manatees in their natural habitat, and even give them belly rubs!

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Manatees Swim, Snorkel and Boat Day Tour by Gray Line Orlando Tours

 

  Swim with giant Manatees

 

  Cruise on Crystal River

 

  Return transport from Orlando
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Adults £99

Child (3 - 11 yrs) £92

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  Swim with giant Manatees

 

  Cruise on Crystal River

 

  Return transport from Orlando

Escape from the crowds and join us on a relaxing day at the river. Ride with us from Orlando to Crystal River, a spring fed oasis known as the Manatee Capital of the World. After an educational overview and receiving your snorkel equipment it will be time to take the boat along the river. The nature is abundant in this spring-fed river known for its crystal clear water. When you spot a manatee you will be able to enter the water and snorkel alongside these gentle giants. During the afternoon we visit Homosassa State Park, known for its rescue and rehabilitation of Florida Wildlife.

Highlights

  • Boat ride on the Crystal River and through Kings Bay
  • Swim and snorkel where wild manatees live
  • Visit the Homosassa State Park to see rescued Florida Wild Life
  • Enter the water and snorkel alongside wild manatees

Includes

  • Roundtrip transportation from Orlando, Kissimmee, Universal, or Disney areas
  • Equipment provided: mask, snorkel and fins
  • Boat ride on Crystal River and Kings Bay
  • Admission to Homosassa State Wildlife Park
  • Licensed, professional & friendly guide-driver
  • Comfortable & air conditioned transportation

Please note 

  • There is a mandatory $15 wetsuit rental for swimmers to be paid on tour day, they are cleaned and sanitized between use.

Pick Up points

  • 6.00 Universal - Pacifica Ballroom at Royal Pacific
  • 6.05 Avanti Palms Resort and Conference Center Orlando
  • 6.10 ICON Park (back of complex below the Wheel)
  • 6.20 Golden Corral Lake Buena Vista
  • 6.35 Disney Swan Resort
  • 6.45 Charley’s Steakhouse Kissimmee
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Don’t miss the chance to swim with friendly Florida manatees in their natural habitat, and even give them belly rubs!

Swim with Wild Manatees in the Crystal River!

Florida's beautiful Crystal River is the only place in the USA where you are legally allowed to interact with manatees. So grab your swimsuit and get ready to snorkel with these endangered gentle giants!

The experience is led by professional diving instructors and all snorkelling equipment is included, so you’re in safe hands whether you’re an experienced swimmer or a newbie

Get up-close with a manatee 

Even though they are under a serious risk of extinction, manatees (also known as sea cows) have no natural fear of humans and they are quite used to having visitors around.

Don’t be surprised if one of the curious grey giants swims right up to you!

The water temperature of the river is around 22°C – perfect for both humans and manatees.

Meet Rescued Manatees at Homosassa State Park

Spend your afternoon exploring the wildlife at Homosassa State Park. The park is famous across Florida for helping many injured and distressed animals to recover.

Things to do in Homosassa State Park

  • Journey into the underwater viewing chamber to meet the manatees again
  • Explore the park and see bears, alligators, the state panther and even hippos!
  • Find out how animals are rescued and learn more about Homosassa’s rehabilitation processes

Availability

  • Tuesdays & Saturdays only
  • The tour does not run on Christmas Day & other holidays

Transport

Return transport is included from select locations within the Orlando, Kissimmee and Disney Areas

Times

  • To arrange pick-up details, please call the number shown on your ticket at least 48h in advance
  • Pick-ups are between 6.05am and 6.55am
  • You will be dropped back at your resort at around 5.30pm

Duration

  • Please allow a full-day for this trip

Where to bring your ticket

Show your ticket to the driver at the beginning of your tour

Equipment

  • Mask, snorkel and fins are included with your ticket
  • Wetsuits are NOT provided but you can hire one on the day

 

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Adults from £99

Children from £92

Buy Now Pay Later! Deposit option from only £20 per ticket