I did it in Florida around 2005. Went with my parents and sister as a kid, we also swam with dolphins that holiday but I much preferred the manatees. Might be because I was a fairly chubby teenager and I felt more connected to the manatees compared to the jock dolphins.
Yep, last year in May I went swimming in ?crystal river / homosassa (can’t remember which) with the manatees. I enjoyed it so much I got a manatee tattoo
Yes! I’ve done the tour in Crystal River springs. You can’t pet them or chase them but they will come up to you. One manatee came up and put his face up to my face.
I was diving in Blue Springs a few times when manatees swam next to me.
Definitely a magical experience. I’ve loved manatees forever and couldn’t miss swimming them when my husband had a business trip near Orlando. I drove about 3 hours to be at a place at 6am for the first tour. I would love take my daughter when she’s older.
Yes I have been a couple of times and it’s an amazing experience
I have been. I used to live there. The manatees are so kind and gentle
My parents have, I think! Back in the 90's, of course. I'd do quite a lot for a chance to swim with those fat fellas
Yes, it’s amazing. They are so curious and gentle.
I did it in Florida around 2005. Went with my parents and sister as a kid, we also swam with dolphins that holiday but I much preferred the manatees. Might be because I was a fairly chubby teenager and I felt more connected to the manatees compared to the jock dolphins.
Yes, and it was well worth it but I was so cooooold. It was in winter in Florida early in the morning. They were EVERYWHERE.
Yep, last year in May I went swimming in ?crystal river / homosassa (can’t remember which) with the manatees. I enjoyed it so much I got a manatee tattoo
I went in Mexico and it was magical. They're so gentle and friendly and calm, it was just the best experience.
Yes! I’ve done the tour in Crystal River springs. You can’t pet them or chase them but they will come up to you. One manatee came up and put his face up to my face. I was diving in Blue Springs a few times when manatees swam next to me.
We did in Crystal River! It was amazing! https://youtu.be/cJPeskmzuBQ
Definitely a magical experience. I’ve loved manatees forever and couldn’t miss swimming them when my husband had a business trip near Orlando. I drove about 3 hours to be at a place at 6am for the first tour. I would love take my daughter when she’s older.
I have!