Swim with the Manatees Florida Tour
A gentle giant of Florida’s ecosystem, the majestic manatee is an endangered species that can be found in its natural habitat through the Swim with the Manatees tour.
The Swim with the Manatees package gives you the opportunity to see these “sea cows” in their natural habitat, and see a part of natural Florida that most tourists don’t venture out to see.
Manatees typically inhabit warm, shallow, coastal waters and cannot survive in temperatures below 60°F. Their natural source for warm waters during the winter is warm-spring fed rivers. The West Indian Manatees migrate into Florida rivers that maintain a water temperature of 72°F year round.
Your Swim with the Manatees package begins with a boat ride on the picturesque Crystal River in Citrus County. Here you can choose to snorkel and swim in the crystal clear water, or just sit back, relax, and enjoy the natural surroundings on the boat tour. The plant eating Manatees are friendly to human snorkelers or divers and they will often come to greet you or even roll over to be tickled. Underwater cameras are highly recommended!
After lunch, visit the fantastic Homosassa State Park—one of Florida’s best kept secrets. At the state park, you will have the chance to view many of Florida’s endangered animals such as the state panther and also visit an underwater viewing chamber for the manatees. Breakfast and lunch are included in this all-inclusive day trip, and professional guide driver will point out fascinating facts about Florida’s manatees. Nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, and entire families will have a greater appreciation of Florida’s natural resources after having a chance to swim with the manatees.
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