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Small Group Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide and Photographer

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Crystal River, US
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Experience the thrill of swimming with gentle giants in their natural habitat on a Small Group Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide and Photographer. Crystal River, known as the manatee capital of the world, offers a unique opportunity to interact with these magnificent creatures. With a local population of 70-100 manatees year-round and hundreds more visiting during the winter migration, you'll have plenty of opportunities to observe and learn about these cherished and threatened species. Salty Siren Tours ensures your experience is handled with care and respect, promoting passive observation. With only 6 passengers per boat, you'll enjoy a special small group interaction. From the moment you arrive at Salty Siren Tours, the adventure begins. Get fitted with a high-quality wetsuit, meet your in-water guide and photographer, watch an informative video, and embark on an immaculately clean tour vessel for the experience of a lifetime. Don't forget to capture the memories with underwater photos available for purchase.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Suitable for 1-6 Participants
  • Small Group Tour, Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Swimming with gentle giants in their natural habitat
  • Fitted with high-quality wetsuits and provided with masks and snorkels
  • In-water guide and photographer for assistance and capturing memories
  • Transportation in a comfortable 15 passenger van
  • Underwater photos available for purchase to remember the experience
  • Bottled water
  • Use of snorkelling equipment
  • Coffee and/or tea
  • Heated houseboat with restroom facility onboard
  • Wetsuit
  • Towels, sunblock, sunglasses and hats are not included but highly encouraged.

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Introduction

Experience the magic and wonder of swimming with gentle giants in their natural habitat with the Small Group Manatee Snorkel Tour. Crystal River, known as the manatee capital of the world, offers the unique opportunity to encounter these magnificent creatures up close. This tour is led by a team of highly trained in-water guides who prioritize the education and conservation of the manatees. With a focus on passive observation, this immersive experience allows you to appreciate the natural beauty of these majestic marine mammals.

What to expect?

During this 180-minute tour, you can expect an unforgettable encounter with the resident manatees of Crystal River. Upon arrival at Salty Siren Tours, you will be provided with high-quality wetsuits and all the necessary snorkeling gear. An in-water guide and photographer will explain the upcoming manatee interaction, ensuring you feel prepared and informed. Before embarking on your adventure, a short video will guide you through the principles of passive observation, allowing you to fully respect and appreciate these incredible creatures. Once in the water, you'll have the opportunity to passively observe and swim alongside the manatees, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Underwater photos are also available for purchase, allowing you to capture and share the beauty of your encounter.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for anyone seeking an extraordinary wildlife experience. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, an animal lover, or simply looking for a unique adventure, this tour welcomes all. It caters to both individuals and small groups, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience with these gentle giants. Regardless of your age or swimming abilities, the tour is suitable for anyone with a sense of curiosity and a love for our marine friends.

Why book this?

The Small Group Manatee Snorkel Tour offers an unrivaled opportunity to forge a connection with these magnificent creatures. Crystal River's reputation as the manatee capital of the world guarantees an encounter like no other. The highly trained and knowledgeable in-water guides prioritize the well-being of the manatees and provide an educational experience, enlightening visitors about the importance of conservation efforts. With only six passengers per boat, this small group tour allows for a personalized and meaningful interaction. The addition of an in-water photographer ensures that precious moments are captured, so you can relive and share your experience for years to come. By booking this tour, you are not only immersing yourself in nature's wonders but also contributing to the ongoing conservation of these cherished and threatened species.

Good to know

To ensure your comfort during the tour, Salty Siren Tours provides new high-quality wetsuits, masks, and snorkels. Additionally, the tour vessel is immaculately clean, offering a comfortable and safe environment. The meeting point is conveniently located at Salty Siren Tours in the Crystal Terrace Plaza, easily accessible for your convenience. Please note that the tour duration is approximately 180 minutes, providing ample time for a truly immersive experience. Take the opportunity to purchase underwater photos, allowing you to treasure the memories and share them with friends and family.

Reviews

Customers have consistently praised the Small Group Manatee Snorkel Tour for its exceptional experience. Many have been left in awe of the close proximity they were able to maintain with the manatees while practicing passive observation. The knowledgeable and friendly in-water guides have received high praise for their expertise and dedication to the well-being of the manatees. Visitors have expressed their gratitude for the high-quality snorkeling gear provided and the opportunity to capture stunning underwater photos as a keepsake. Overall, customers have described the tour as an unforgettable and educational adventure, fostering a deep appreciation for the conservation of the manatees and their natural habitat.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Reviews

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5 (262)

mikhailm927

We went on our snorkeling tour with Captain Ed and Megan. It was really unforgettable watching manatees graze in crystal-clear waters of the Three Sisters springs! Our guide Megan told us many cool facts about these magnificent animals, made lots of pictures for us and even provided hot drinks after, which was really thoughtful

tiffanyh10

The trip was amazing in every way! Capt Jenn and Capt Ed were a great team and we all had so much fun. They were hospitable and patient and accomodated everyone! And we actually got to see several manatees as well as some mullet and cool birds! Nothing but love for these guys and will def be a return customer! ❤️

254MICHAELT

My folks and I had a great time on the Salty Siren Snorkel tour with Marissa and Captain Ed. They were knowledgeable, friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure that we had a great time. They guarantee that you'll see manatees - whether you're just watching on the boat, or you're snorkeling. I went snorkeling with Marissa, and she was patient, kind, and did an excellent job pointing out the manatees and making sure you got up close and personal, while also respecting them. I gained a greater respect for the manatees after see them chill out in the water, eating sea grass, and swim around. I highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to see manatees in Florida. Captain Ed, Marissa, and everyone at the Salty Siren were amazing.

Adventure298366

Awesome early morning manatee tour with Megan and Captain Ed. Great informative talk before heading out on the boat and very quickly finding some manatee with the aid of a drone. We could relax in the slightly cool water with good wetsuits and gear. We were even able to observe a mother and her nursing calf! Water was a little murky but with Megan’s keen eye we were able to get up close to quite a few. We were able to relax and enjoy the animals while Megan recorded video, drone footage and photos. Warmed up on boat with a “manatee mocha”! Thanks for the amazing experience!

Sjbeckerdo

My daughter and i had a great morning with the salty sirens crew. We waited for a storm to pass and then met some of our new best friends in the water! Would recommend captain ed and marissa

Alabamagirl45years

What an amazing first class experience. Jessica our guide and our captain Rob were great. They were extremely knowledgeable about the manatees. Flying a drone to find them was an awesome way to do it and the drone photos and videos are priceless as well as the go pro Jessica our guide used. We thought $39.99 for our videos and photos was well worth the extra money and it was a perfect day. I was leary of big tour companies with so many on the boat but we only had four and that was perfect. 6 would have even been fine. Lovely shop as well and bought some cute reminders of the trip.

jana4603

A very nice Host a Great Captain and a very experienced female advisor in the water. We can recommend the trip very much. They are making Perfect Photos Even wird a drone you can buy them for 40 Dollars later

Sherpa09412101096

Our trip was amazing! Captain Ed and guide Marissa were the BEST and so knowledgeable!! They were able to find the manatee very quickly and get us in the water with them. Marissa even kept us close to her so we were able to really see them up close. Captain Ed got great pictures from his drone and Marissa captured excellent pictures in the water. We had a blast!! Highly recommend this business!! THANK YOU FOR AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE!! The Salty Siren is the BOMB!!

BasedOnShowers

So I've done an adventure a year ago with another company, this year, I was trying to find another local co to go with. With many options to choose, I ultimately picked Salty Siren. Let me tell you, I struck GOLD. I had the luck of Vegas on my side. I had this adventure all to MYSELF. Captain ED and Marissa the guide were AMAZING. Not only was this educational, I had my own person guide and photographer. I had my own photoshoot with the Manatees. Captain ED has the capability to find where these floaty taters are eating and brought me right to them. It was just Marissa and myself in the water with these gentle giants. For an extra cost ( so worth the price ) I got the photos and videos. Even if you don't get lucky like me, the tour groups they have are always smaller, they have water to drink on the boat for you, snorke and wetsuits are included. I will 100% re book with Salty Siren again in the future!

Explorer496531

We thoroughly enjoyed the experience, Mareesa was an excellent guide, she was very welcoming and was extremely informative throughout our trip. Our Skipper Captain Ed was equally helpful. The Manatees were adorable and we had amazing photos & videos to take home as keepsakes of our unforgettable experience. We would highly recommend this Manatees experience. M&M
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