Bird's Underwater Manatee Dive Center

Dive shop · Crystal River

Bird's Underwater Manatee Dive Center

Dive shop · Crystal River

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320 NW US-19, Crystal River, FL 34428

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Swim with manatees, see babies, guides are knowledgeable  

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320 NW US-19, Crystal River, FL 34428 Get directions

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320 NW US-19, Crystal River, FL 34428 Get directions

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3 Best Day Trips from Orlando, Florida | Condé Nast Traveler

"Who doesn't love manatees and the chance to swim with them? Bird's Underwater has been running tours for years from a dive and snorkel shop right on the docks. Board pontoon boats and take the short ride to the spring heads where the manatees gather. The animals are attracted to the relatively warm water of the springs, which stays around 72 degree in the winter (when the Gulf of Mexico gets much colder). January, February, and March are the best times to go. Baby manatees are often very curious, and seeing one through your mask underwater laying alongside its mother nursing is something you won't soon forget. While you're not allowed to swim after the animals in chase, there's nothing to say they can't approach you for a curious nuzzle, and they often do." - Terry Ward, Laura Ratliff

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sarah tays

Google
We had the best time! Our family was split between two boats but we traveled together out to a beautiful spot. Given all the needed gear and advice. After we were taken to three sister springs and was able to swim while the amazing captains cleaned the days catch. Thanks so much for an amazing time! We will be back next year :)

Christoph Frank

Google
Our family with two adults and two girls (4+8 years old) took the private snorkeling manatee tour and it was a wonderful experience. Our captain and our guide were so nice and knowledgeable and although in this season the manatees were hard to find, they managed to get us close to them and experience these lovely animals very closely. We will never forget this lovely experience! Thanks very much!

G Raz

Google
Pure magic. Tour guide Kayla, shop staff, and boat Captain were delightful. I particularly enjoyed the Captain’s verbal tour of Kings Bay and explanation of the waterways. I appreciated the respectful approach to interacting with the manatees. I highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Crystal River.

Macy Smith

Google
We rented kayaks for my husband, myself, and our two small kids, and we had so much fun, we had to come back the next day, and do it all over again! Kayaking all over Crystal River, and the beautiful springs, was truly the highlight of our trip! Birds Underwater, were so nice, and helpful, they had our kayaks in the water, ready to go before we arrived, helped us get in, and out, and gave us a clear waterproof map, and we were on our way! We come to Crystal River every year, and we will def be renting from them only here out! Also, they were the cheapest, and gave you longer time then more expensive competitors!

Jillian Woods

Google
One of the best tours ever!!! Huge thanks to Kaila and Will for taking us out this morning 4/14/25 we had a blast. They were so nice and welcoming. We had a great day on the water today and we’re lucky to see a ton of manatees!!! Highly recommend and we will definitely be back! Thank you again!

Katrina Motz

Google
We had an amazing time during our annual scalloping trip with Birds Under Water. Ryland and Amanda, you guys are the best! Thank you for an incredible afternoon!

Ryan Wingfield

Google
10/10 Recommend! Made a 2hr drive at 3am to make the 6am departure and it was definitely worth it! Amazing Captain and Dive Instructor, Lots of memories made in the beautiful waters surrounding Crystal River!! We swan with a few manatees up close it was a once in a lifetime experience! This will be my #1 stop in Crystal River from now on!

Stephen

Google
We went on a snorkeling trip with Bird’s in Crystal River. Rylan and Kay were our guides and they were fantastic! The were both very knowledgeable and friendly. They had wet suits for all of us, used a drone to help locate the best spots for us, had a changing area on the boat for us, gave us hot chocolate on the boat, and donuts… It was an experience we’ll never forget! We had a great time and can’t wait to come back again!