History
Born and raised in central Oklahoma, captain Gene moved to Florida to continue his love of the outdoors 14 years ago. The son of a retired Oklahoma Fireman, captain Gene wanted to follow in his dad's foot steps of helping others but in a different way. After completing his PADI scuba instructors coarse back in 1998 he then realized how he help others to see the other world and enjoy a new way of exploration, scuba diving. Since his move to Florida in 2000 he has become in love with the Florida outdoors showing others what is available to them and over coming their fear of water. Captain Gene enjoys what he does. Everyday brings his thoughts back to a child hood memory of being outside with his father and loving the outdoors. Snorkeling with the manatees is captain genes passion and to introduce a peace of Mother Nature that is out of this world.
Specialties
These are by far our favorite Snorkel With Manatee tour. The Homosassa River Manatee Tour is the best kept secret of Manatee Tours during the cooler months and the Crystal River refuge during the warmer months. We are located in Citrus County Florida, just 1 hour 45 min from Orlando and 1 hour 20 min from Tampa. We offer a unique Swim/Snorkel With the Manatees in Crystal River and Homosassa River. The tickets for this tour is $65 per person including all snorkeling equipment and 3mm wetsuits. Whether you're just sightseeing or swimming /snorkeling and never no more than 6 passengers per boat, small groups. This Marvelous Manatee Tour is our best seller and our Manatee Mania Tour has become our second best seller and all tours are good for ages 2 and older. Reserve On line or Call for reservations. Advanced reservations is a good idea. We only allow six passengers on our Manatee Swims per boat. Rental Equipment included and available on Site .Water Noodles-Free to use .Feel free to bring your own snacks, snorkeling gear or camera. Reservation are required