Few moments in Florida top the first time a wild manatee glides up to your mask — curious, gentle, and completely unbothered by your excitement. This small-group adventure heads to Crystal River, where the crystal-clear, spring-fed waters are famous for their wild manatees.
Your day starts early with hotel pickup in Orlando, then a scenic drive to Crystal River for a safety briefing before you board the boat. When manatees are spotted, you slip into the water with a guide (snorkel gear included; wetsuits are $15 and required for swimmers) for unforgettable photos up close with these gentle giants. Prefer to stay dry? You can simply watch from the boat.
The tour also visits Homosassa State Wildlife Park to meet more of Florida’s wildlife, and lunch is included — all for about $169 per person. With a 4.7-star rating from more than 280 reviews, it is one of the happiest ways to meet the real, wild Florida.
Want to swim with manatees? Book this tour on Viator and make it happen.
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