From Orlando: Swim with the Manatees, Wildlife Park, Airboat Ride Adventure Tour

From Orlando: Swim with the Manatees, Wildlife Park, Airboat Ride Adventure Tour

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From Orlando: Swim with the Manatees, Wildlife Park, Airboat Ride Adventure Tour

From 199.00

Escape the theme parks on a real Florida Adventure Tour to snorkel with manatees, visit a State park and enjoy an airboat ride!

Dive into an extraordinary day with Gray Line Orlando! Immerse yourself in the magic of Crystal River as you swim/ snorkel alongside gentle manatees in their natural habitat. After this awe- inspiring encounter, venture to Homosassa State Park, a haven for Florida wildlife rescue. Enjoy a delectable lunch amidst nature's wonders. The excitement continues with an airboat ride at Wild Bills Airboat Tours, adding a thrilling touch to your day. Unforgettable moments await as you explore, dine, and experience the best of nature with Gray Line Orlando!

24 hours Fully refundable when canceled up to 24 hours in advance
12 Hours Duration of experience
Tour Guide / Driver Type of tour leader

Experience

  • Boat ride on the Crystal River and through Kings Bay
  • Swim and snorkel where wild manatees live
  • Visit the Homosassa State Park to see rescued Florida Wildlife
  • Enter the water and snorkel alongside wild manatees
  • Enjoy a fun/ thrilling airboat ride at Wild Bills Airboat Tours

  • Roundtrip transportation from Orlando, Kissimmee, Universal, or Disney areas
  • Equipment provided: mask and snorkel
  • Boat ride on Crystal River and Kings Bay
  • Admission to Homosassa State Wildlife Park
  • Licensed, professional & friendly guide-driver
  • Comfortable & air-conditioned transportation
  • Picnic Lunch
  • Airboat Ride at Wild Bills

  • Mandatory $15 wetsuit rental for any swimmers to be paid on tour day
  • Optional gratuities

  • Please wear swimsuit under clothes in the morning as it will make things easier upon arrival at the dive shop.
  • Bring towels and a change of clothes for after the dive time.
  • Mandatory $15 wetsuit rental for swimmers to be paid on tour day, they are cleaned and sanitized between use.
  • This activity may not be available on some holidays, including Thanksgiving and Christmas Day

Embark on an extraordinary journey with Gray Line Orlando, where every moment is a brushstroke on the canvas of unforgettable experiences. Our day begins with the enchanting allure of Crystal River, known as the Manatee Captial of the world. Immerse yourself in the magic of swimming with these gentle giants in their natural habitat.



As you step aboard our comfortable transport from Orlando, anticipation and excitement fill the air. Crystal River, a spring- fed oasis, beckon with its crystal-cl

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Extras / Upgrades
  • Wet suits must be rented on the day of your tour at the dive shop, $15 charge
Highlights
  • Boat ride on the Crystal River and through Kings Bay
  • Swim and snorkel where wild manatees live
  • Visit the Homosassa State Park to see rescued Florida Wildlife
  • Enter the water and snorkel alongside wild manatees
  • Enjoy a fun/ thrilling airboat ride at Wild Bills Airboat Tours
Includes
  • Roundtrip transportation from Orlando, Kissimmee, Universal, or Disney areas
  • Equipment provided: mask and snorkel
  • Boat ride on Crystal River and Kings Bay
  • Admission to Homosassa State Wildlife Park
  • Licensed, professional & friendly guide-driver
  • Comfortable & air-conditioned transportation
  • Picnic Lunch
  • Airboat Ride at Wild Bills
Excludes
  • Mandatory $15 wetsuit rental for any swimmers to be paid on tour day
  • Optional gratuities
Essential Information
  • Please wear swimsuit under clothes in the morning as it will make things easier upon arrival at the dive shop.
  • Bring towels and a change of clothes for after the dive time.
  • Mandatory $15 wetsuit rental for swimmers to be paid on tour day, they are cleaned and sanitized between use.
  • This activity may not be available on some holidays, including Thanksgiving and Christmas Day
Extras / Upgrades
  • Wet suits must be rented on the day of your tour at the dive shop, $15 charge
Itinerary

Embark on an extraordinary journey with Gray Line Orlando, where every moment is a brushstroke on the canvas of unforgettable experiences. Our day begins with the enchanting allure of Crystal River, known as the Manatee Captial of the world. Immerse yourself in the magic of swimming with these gentle giants in their natural habitat.



As you step aboard our comfortable transport from Orlando, anticipation and excitement fill the air. Crystal River, a spring- fed oasis, beckon with its crystal-cl

... See more
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Customer Reviews

4.8
based on 9 verified reviews
Aug 6 2026
The airboat was scheduled at 4pm, so we ended up waiting in the wild park for over an hour. With that said, highly recommend the trip in November, might see more manatees to swim with. We had just a glimpse of one before it took off. The changing room situation at the boat house was reversed before the tour and after. And we had a small group honestly. Overall it is a nature tour, we do understand every trip can be different, need better luck for sure.
a Gray Line customer
Apr 19 2026
Excellent
Carolyn
Mar 7 2026
Full day trip with a very early start.Picked up directly from hotel which was very convenient. Great day out, not too many manatees but did see one under the water.Air boat ride had extended time which was superb. What a day job the captain has.Really enjoyed the whole day and would highly recommend
a Gray Line customer
Jan 29 2026
Had an absolutely incredible time on our manatee tour! We were lucky enough to see mothers with their little babies—they were so docile and undeniably cute. The weather was perfect, and the entire crew, from the drivers to the trip leaders, was exceptionally friendly and helpful. It was a wonderful, seamless experience from start to finish. Highly recommend!
a Gray Line customer
Oct 4 2025
Very good trip to see the manatee. Though there was only one which left straight away then thankfully one more who was happy to be with us - as it’s a little early to run the trip. The manatees only come into the springs en mass when the water falls below 68 degrees elsewhere which is November. We were in a large group of 12 which is max really. Also enjoyed the 200 acre park which had rescued Florida wildlife. Spent a great 2 hours there. Wild Bills airboats we found very exploitative and hard to like as the cute little gators are bought from farms to be handled and shown feeding then sold for meat when they get bigger. Though this is no different from lambs so just a personal preference. Airboat ride itself was nice tho only 30mins Next time we will book with grey line and do Wild Florida airboats for a longer ride at a better place On the whole it’s a good day out and a nice change from the theme parks
a Gray Line customer
May 10 2025
Very interesting tour, we loved it
a Gray Line customer

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