Spend a day with central Florida’s manatees on this guided cruise and wildlife park adventure. Begin with a boat ride on the Crystal River, home of the manatee. Snorkel near these gentle giants, then enjoy the afternoon at Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park. This is one of the best places in the state to watch manatees, as well as other animals, like bears, panthers, and alligators in their natural environment. An airboat tour on the Withlacoochee River and lunch is also included.

See Florida wildlife in their natural environment
Take a cruise along the Crystal River, home of the manatee
Visit Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park
Pickup from select Orlando locations

What To Expect

Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge

The boat will drive into the wildlife refuge where you will hope to see wild manatees on the river. You will be on the boat at least 90 mins.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Homosassa River

We will visit the State Park at Homosassa. You will walk around the State Park and see the animals and view the manatees in the underwater viewing chamber at this hospital facility for injured manatees. There is also a cafe at the park so you could purchase lunch here if you wish, or if you prefer to pack yourself a picnic they do have picnic tables you can use inside the park.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Crystal River

Upon arrival at the picturesque Crystal River, you will enjoy a fabulous narrated boat tour. You will be provided masks, snorkels & fins, and encouraged to swim alongside these friendly creatures under the guidance of certified dive masters.

The manatees are endangered and have come to the Florida springs year-round to find shelter and food. In the winter months the manatee population can reach several hundred and during summer, the average count is 80. They are “gentle giants” and have no teeth.

After your cruise, you head to Homosassa State Wildlife Park, famous throughout Florida for the rehabilitation of injured animals. It is here you’ll have the chance to see the current manatee residents at the park during an informative and entertaining feeding session with one of the park rangers. You’ll also see bears, panthers, alligators and even a hippo as you explore the rest of the park.

Roundtrip transport from the Orlando area and a knowledgeable driver-guide is also included.
4 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Withlacoochee River

If the ‘Manatee Swim, Park & Airboat’ package is reserved then a 30 minute airboat ride on the Withlacoochee River will be included.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infants must sit on laps
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Most travelers can participate
A small amount of walking is involved at your leisure through the State Park
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers

Include

Driver/guide
Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Use of snorkel equipment, mask, snorkel and fins.
River cruise to look for the manatees
Admission into Homosassa State Park
Airboat Ride on Tuesday and Thursday tours
Picnic Lunch

Exclude

Gratuities
Wetsuits must be hired – Mandatory $15 fee
Breakfast
Airboat Ride on Saturdays – tour is priced lower