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This two-hour cruise takes you into the Kings Bay Wildlife Refuge, famous for its population of wild manatees. You'll board a US Coast Guard certified vessel guided by a knowledgeable master captain, ensuring a comfortable experience while you search for these gentle giants. Keep an eye out for other local wildlife, including birds, turtles, and possibly even dolphins.
Meet at the Explorida Adventure Center, located at 545 North Citrus Ave in Crystal River. Arrive twenty minutes before your scheduled departure to ensure a timely start. Don't forget to bring polarized sunglasses to reduce glare on the water for better viewing.
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Wonderful experience. The entire team was welcoming and well-informed. Megan and Grace in the office were exceptionally kind. Captain Kelly's expertise ensured that we encountered several manatees during our outing.
Dom was our captain, and we have nothing but praise for him. We gained a lot of knowledge about manatees, including their habitat, anatomy, and habits, and we even saw several, including two with babies. The experience was fantastic, and the time passed quickly. We will definitely return and request Dom every time. It was truly a wonderful experience.
It was an excellent experience with plenty of manatees. We also spotted alligators and an otter. The captain had a keen eye for finding wildlife and was very informative.
We had a wonderful time during this experience. The guide was extremely knowledgeable, and we felt secure even in challenging waters. We highly recommend it.
I had a wonderful experience. The staff was friendly and provided plenty of information. I got to see several manatees and alligators.
We did see manatees, not in large numbers but sufficient for enjoyment. The boat captain was the highlight of our experience, offering great insights about the area, fishing, and of course, manatees. It was also quite enjoyable.
The boat captain was excellent—friendly and well-informed. The boat itself was clean and comfortable. We had a great time observing the manatees.
This was a fantastic cruise. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. Captain Chris stood out with his excellent knowledge and made the experience truly enjoyable. I highly recommend taking this cruise.
My grandson and I participated in this tour and were thrilled with the number of manatees we spotted. Our guide was fantastic, and we were fortunate to have just five people in our group. We had a great time and gained a lot of knowledge as well. I highly recommend this experience.
Chris, our guide, was incredibly knowledgeable. We had a wonderful day on the boat, with an abundance of wildlife to observe, including manatees, dolphins, alligators, and stunning birds. Chris provided us with great insights about the manatees and the surrounding area. The staff in the shop were also very friendly and accommodating.
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