Manatee Swim and Wildlife Park with Upgrade Options from Orlando
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About the Activity
Come and enjoy the real Florida! Get up-close with the gentle manatee and see the beauty of Crystal River as you explore the Homosassa State Wildlife Park. The tour heads up to Crystal River where you can snorkel or swim in the rivers where wild manatees live. It's an early morning departure, so bring breakfast snacks to eat during the journey. Following a safety briefing and collecting your mask, snorkel & fins (wetsuit hire is $15 and required for swimmers) you board the boat. When manatees are spotted you can get into the river for great photos. If you prefer, you can opt to simply enjoy the boat ride while enjoying nature. In the afternoon explore Homosassa State Park. The park is home to many species of rescued native wildlife. If you purchase the Florida Adventure Tour fully inclusive option, you will also ride a Wild Airboat Ride on a river to spot the alligators and nature and enjoy a picnic lunch.8 hours 30 minutes
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Mobile ticket
Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
Travel Date
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Travelers
Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Airboat Ride on Tuesday and Thursday tours
Admission into Homosassa State Park
Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Driver/guide
Picnic Lunch
River cruise to look for the manatees
Use of snorkel equipment, mask, snorkel and fins.
Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities
Food and drink : Breakfast. Bring your breakfast with you to enjoy on the transport vehicle if you wish.
Airboat Ride on Saturdays - tour is priced lower
Wetsuits must be hired
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Travel Itinerary
- Maximum 13 travellers in this tour.
Locations in the itinerary
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Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
1502 SE Kings Bay Dr, , Crystal River, United States, 34429-4661The 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 IncludedView Location2
Homosassa River
10200 W Halls River Rd, Homosassa, United States, 34448-3411We 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 IncludedView Location3
Crystal River
Crystal River, United StatesUpon 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 IncludedView Location4
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 FreeView Location
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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For Universal Resort Guests. Pick-up area is the PACIFICA ballroom lobby located at the rear of the resort on Pacifica Way. Departure time from this location is 06:00am. Please inform Gray Line you are boarding here by phone or Whats App on +1-407-522-5911 the day prior to tourView Location
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This is the pick-up location for all resorts in Walt Disney World. Please wait outside the entrance to the convention center. Departure time from this location is 06:35am. Please inform Gray Line you are boarding here by phone or Whats App on +1-407-522-5911View Location
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Free parking at this location, please park and wait towards the back of the carpark, away from the restaurant entrance. Departure time from this location is 06:20am. Please inform Gray Line you are boarding here by phone or Whats App on +1-407-522-5911 the day prior to tour.View Location
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Free Parking at this location. This stop will be assigned to guests that do not contact Gray Line to confirm their pickup location & time. Departure time from this location is 06:10am.
Please let Gray Line know you are boarding here - by phone or Whats App on +1-407-522-5911 the day prior.
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Please wait outside the hotel lobby. Departure time from this location is 06:05am. Please inform Gray Line you are boarding here by phone or Whats App on +1-407-522-5911 the day prior to tour.View Location
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Free Parking at this location. This is the final stop and will be assigned to guests that do not contact Gray Line. Departure time from this location is 06:45am. Please let Gray Line know you are boarding here -please call or Whats App 407-522-5911 the day prior.View Location
End point
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For Universal Resort Guests. Pick-up area is the PACIFICA ballroom lobby located at the rear of the resort on Pacifica Way. Departure time from this location is 06:00am. Please inform Gray Line you are boarding here by phone or Whats App on +1-407-522-5911 the day prior to tourView Location
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This is the pick-up location for all resorts in Walt Disney World. Please wait outside the entrance to the convention center. Departure time from this location is 06:35am. Please inform Gray Line you are boarding here by phone or Whats App on +1-407-522-5911View Location
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Free parking at this location, please park and wait towards the back of the carpark, away from the restaurant entrance. Departure time from this location is 06:20am. Please inform Gray Line you are boarding here by phone or Whats App on +1-407-522-5911 the day prior to tour.View Location
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Free Parking at this location. This stop will be assigned to guests that do not contact Gray Line to confirm their pickup location & time. Departure time from this location is 06:10am.
Please let Gray Line know you are boarding here - by phone or Whats App on +1-407-522-5911 the day prior.
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5
Please wait outside the hotel lobby. Departure time from this location is 06:05am. Please inform Gray Line you are boarding here by phone or Whats App on +1-407-522-5911 the day prior to tour.View Location
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Free Parking at this location. This is the final stop and will be assigned to guests that do not contact Gray Line. Departure time from this location is 06:45am. Please let Gray Line know you are boarding here -please call or Whats App 407-522-5911 the day prior.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A small amount of walking is involved at your leisure through the State Park
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket• Please note: entrance tickets and transport included. This voucher will not be accepted if presented directly at the venue. Tour Guide-Driver will provide everything needed. • Bring swimwear and towels if you intend to swim/snorkel. • If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. Pickups are between 6am-6.45am. You MUST contact Gray Line Orlando and let them know which pick up you prefer, they will confirm your pick up time. $15 pp wetsuite rental fee to be paid at the dive shop.Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/New_York time to receive 100% refund.
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