Manatees in St. John's River

Waterfront Adventures: Swimming with the Manatees    

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Waterfront Adventures: Swimming with the Manatees is the #1 customized manatee tour located at King’s Bay in Crystal River, Florida. Our tours lets you swim with the gentle sea creatures …
Waterfront Adventures: Swimming with the Manatees is the #1 customized manatee tour located at King’s Bay in Crystal River, Florida. Our tours lets you swim with the gentle sea creatures along the warm Nature Coast waters. Tours included thicker 5mm wetsuits, Hot Chocolate, Coffee and even a towels service.

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Sep 21, 2024
Took the “swim with the manatee” trip, Captain Steve and Bri were our hosts and they were both absolutely amazing. Bri was so kind to an older woman that needed guidance and made sure she had the bes… Full review by suzanewilliams
Sep 19, 2024
From the time we entered arrived the staff was so friendly and happy to see us! Our Captain and lead guide in the water Dustin was just simply incredible! Dustin hands down is awesome to swim with … Full review by Joseph F
Sep 4, 2024
Hands down some of the best Captains and professionals I’ve ever dealt with. As soon as you get permission to board the boat the team makes you feel like family. They work their tails off to make su… Full review by jmiles2024
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Does they have life jackets for the people who ain’t that good at swimming?
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Yes, they are on the boat if desired. They also provide everyone with a swim noodle. The wet suits provide some buoyancy too.
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Almost every single one of your reviews is "horrible". On a tour where the overwhelming majority of people are raving and …
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Almost every single one of your reviews is "horrible". On a tour where the overwhelming majority of people are raving and giving 5 stars, I suggest you do some inner reflection. You seem to have the issue, not the tour sites. And that kind of attitude? Makes for lousy outings with dad.
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This showed up as a question? I truly had an awesome experience with Captain Mike's, and I have gone twice, about ten yrs apart, as it's a long way from where I am from. I …
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This showed up as a question? I truly had an awesome experience with Captain Mike's, and I have gone twice, about ten yrs apart, as it's a long way from where I am from. I did the 5 HR tour and loved it. I would def. Purchase a disposable underwater camera even though we did the platinum tour as I couldn't open all the pics. Not sure what the ques. Is here.
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What months are best to swim with the manatees?
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During the colder months the manatees come into the river and springs where the water is warmer so there are more to see. With the wetsuits they provide, the water temperature was …
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During the colder months the manatees come into the river and springs where the water is warmer so there are more to see. With the wetsuits they provide, the water temperature was not a problem for us. I do not know what is like during the warmer months. I suggest you call and talk to them. We had a great time.
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Was the 3 hour enough or should I go for the platinum 5 hour? Is this the marina near Port Hotel and marina? Was it …
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Was the 3 hour enough or should I go for the platinum 5 hour? Is this the marina near Port Hotel and marina? Was it cold? Thanks, Alison
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We have a 3 hour Gold tour that is semi-private, and a 5 hour Platinum that is semi-private. Both are adequate in-water time, however on days where manatees can be difficult to find …
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We have a 3 hour Gold tour that is semi-private, and a 5 hour Platinum that is semi-private. Both are adequate in-water time, however on days where manatees can be difficult to find the 5 hour affords you the opportunity to have a greater experience. Also the 5 hour tour comes with a gift certificate for each person towards Margarita Breeze Restaurant which is on site.
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Answer by Paresh D · Feb 15, 2017
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