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This two-hour snorkeling tour in Crystal River offers an opportunity to swim alongside Florida manatees in their natural habitat. The experience takes place aboard a Coast Guard-certified vessel, ensuring safety and reliability. Free photos are included, saving you the cost of purchasing a photo package at the end of your trip.
Manatee season runs from November 15 to March 31, but tours are available year-round. Children aged three and above can join for the same ticket price; however, private bookings are required for younger children. Be prepared to enter the water to have close encounters with these gentle giants.
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Hudson and Evan provided us with an incredible experience. During a brief boat ride, Evan located the manatees for us. Hudson was an excellent guide in the water, capturing photos and responding to all our inquiries while we snorkeled with two manatees. The price was quite fair for such a memorable outing. Nature's Discovery Manatee Tour is a local company that truly embraces the region and its wildlife. We appreciate the fantastic day!
Encountering manatees up close is truly unforgettable. These creatures are much larger than we imagined. We enjoyed swimming alongside them and gained valuable insights from our in-water guide, Hudson, about the animals and the bay we explored while snorkeling. The photos included with the tour will help preserve this cherished memory for my family. This is a local business that genuinely cares about both the animals and their environment. We would definitely choose this excursion again.
This experience was truly unforgettable. We attended a morning tour and were fortunate to have the entire time to ourselves, allowing us to explore at our leisure. The atmosphere was enjoyable, relaxed, and felt safe. Kaya was very engaging and demonstrated clear expertise and passion for her work. We spent a significant amount of time with a mother and her calf. Captain Jake provided extensive information about manatees and the local wildlife, showcasing excellent knowledge of the area and the best locations for viewing manatees, making the trip lively and fun. I felt the experience was worth every penny, especially with the photos Kaya took so I could fully enjoy being in the water while having lasting memories. I intend to book another manatee tour on my next visit to Florida, choosing Nature's Discovery again for sure, as they genuinely care about delivering the best experiences.
I had an excellent experience swimming with the manatees. We saw many of them, including two mothers with their calves. The water was somewhat murky, but the staff were fantastic. It was a wonderful outing.
This was an amazing experience! From the shop to the water, we had a wonderful day seeing numerous manatees, including a cute little baby manatee. We traveled from Australia and wholeheartedly recommend this company for the tour. Thank you for an unforgettable day.
Reid and Evan were excellent guides with extensive knowledge about the journey. Although manatee season had officially ended, we still spotted a few and got close to them. Additionally, we had an opportunity to swim in a spring at the conclusion of the tour. It was a fantastic experience, and I would happily do it again.
The morning trip exceeded my expectations. With guide Hudson and Captain Tom, I swam with manatees in their natural habitat. We also witnessed a stunning spring opening and had an enjoyable time. Overall, it was an excellent experience with this team.
This was a truly unique experience that appealed to everyone in our group, ranging from 9 to 50 years old. The pricing was highly competitive and included numerous fantastic photos of us on the boat, swimming, and with the manatees. The length of the tour felt just right, and the guides displayed remarkable knowledge and respect for the manatees and their environment. Selecting this tour was a great decision, especially given the challenge of choosing between operators online that offer similar experiences at varying prices.
Our manatee tour with Trent and Jake was fantastic. They were relaxed, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable. They captured great photos and promptly shared nice, clear images after our trip. I highly recommend this enjoyable and laid-back experience.
Our group of 11 had an incredible time on this tour. Trent was an excellent guide who ensured everyone's safety and inclusion, while Tom was a fantastic captain, keeping everything smooth throughout. I highly recommend them if you haven't experienced it yet.
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