Plantation Adventure Center, Florida, United States
5.0 (3.919 reviews) Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent Ranking #6 in Crystal River Scuba & Snorkelling
Experience of a lifetime
Mike and Ryan were fantastic. They took us to a location where our small group was able to get up close and personal with multiple manatees. They found a place for us to snorkel where there weren't a ton of other boats so you're not sharing the manatee with a bunch of other people and bumping into other people. We took the first trip out in the morning, which I would recommend, before it gets too crowded and the water has decreased visibility. Wet suits, hot coffee and hot chocolate, towels, and boat coats to keep warm were provided. The boat was covered and had walls to keep us warm. They take excellent videos and photos of your group with the manatees, which you can purchase for a reasonable price. All staff we interacted with were friendly and eager to help. Not all companies are the same. Book your trip with them!
Address
9301 W Fort Island Trl , Crystal River, Florida, United States, Postal Code: 34429-5376.
Mobile
Website
http://www.PlantationAdventureCenter.com
Working hours
Monday : 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday : 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday : 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday : 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday : 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday : 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday : 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Current local date and time now
Friday, May 10, 2024, 17:12
User Ratings
5.0 based on (3.919 reviews)
Reviews
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5Ewc427 5:00 PM Jan 16, 2022
Manatee Snorkel Tour
What an amazing experience! This has been a bucket-list item for many years and was everything I wanted it to be! Dustin and Christian were amazing guides. They provided tips about the local area, how to snorkel and made us feel safe throughout the entire tour. We came face to face with several manatees during our 3 hour small-group tour. We ended up booking an afternoon tour because all the morning tours were already booked - we apparently saw fewer manatees than some of the morning tours BUT the outside temperature was much more comfortable for swimming. The water did get a bit chilly after being in for a while, so maybe consider wearing a swim shirt or leggings underneath your wet suit. Water shoes might have also helped keep my feet a bit warmer! The minute we got out of the water, we were offered jackets, coffee, and hot coca and warmed up quickly. Overall, such a great tour! We can't wait to come back soon and check it out again!
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5jsenter1 5:00 PM Dec 24, 2022
Boop by a manatee Christmas morning!
I do not know even where to begin! Best, best, best trip ever! From the moment we arrived we were greeted with friendly staff who checked us in. Captain Ross was our dive master and Captain Dave maneuvered the boat to Three Sisters Springs. Captain Ross outfitted us with our wetsuits and directed us to the heated bathrooms to put them on. The air was 24 degrees this morning but the water was 72 degrees and you truly do not feel the cold once in the water! It was chilly on the way to the springs and on the way back. Captain Dave has hot chocolate, coffee, and hot water to keep you warm though on the boat. Once in the water, Captain Ross was a manatee guru! He could spot them everywhere. All swimmers and kayakers watch a video about interacting with manatees. The goal is passive observation. This means you can not touch the manatee however, the manatees can touch you! And they do. ❤️ These are the most curious mammals who love to boop and body bump you as you float. This was on my bucket list and I didn’t even know it! We booked yesterday afternoon and where able to experience this amazing once in a lifetime boop by a manatee first thing Christmas morning! This has been one of the best Christmases I have ever had.
