Orlando Manatee Encounters

Orange City, US
97% of travellers recommend this
Excellent (328 reviews)

Highlights

  • Witness hundreds of "sea cows" relaxing in the spring
  • Observe the flora and fauna of the wild area
  • Paddle up close to manatees swimming around and under us
  • Watch manatees graze and birds fishing in Snake Creek
  • Search out wildlife in the beautiful surroundings

Meeting Point

Go to the very end of French Ave, 1 mile past the State Park. DO NOT ENTER THE STATE PARK!

Meeting point

2100 W French Ave, Orange City, FL 32763 , United States

End point

End Point

Go to the very end of French Ave, 1 mile past the State Park. DO NOT ENTER THE STATE PARK!

Meeting point

2100 W French Ave, Orange City, FL 32763 , United States

End point

What to expect

We will paddle into the park and up to the manatee refuge. The manatee leave the refuge in search of food and swim all around us and under us. We also take time to paddle to snake creek to watch manatee graze, birds fishing, and search out wildlife.
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Blue Spring State Park: French Landing Boat Ramp

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Blue Spring State Park

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Service animals allowed
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    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    There is no minimum age however all participants must know how to swim
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    It is recommended that you bring a swimsuit, towel, waterproof camera and wear clothes that can get wet and possibly dirty
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    To ensure a proper size kayak is available, please provide your individual heights and weights at the time of booking
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    There is no restroom at the meeting location. There is a public restroom at Valentine Park (1511 W French Ave, Orange City, FL 32763) about a mile before you arrive the meeting location that we recommend you use before your tour.
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What our experts say

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    Bring a swimsuit and towel
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    Use public restroom before arrival
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    Consider visiting Valentine Park nearby
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    Keep an eye out for local birds
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    Wear clothes that can get wet

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