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Native Vacations, Inc.

2880 N. Seabreeze Pt., Crystal River, FL 34429
866-466-2848
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Ranked #6 of 30 activities in Crystal River
Type: Tours
Owner description: Congratulations to all of you who were lucky enough to take advantage of our discounted Awareness Program (Groupon, Living Social, etc.) Please keep... more » Owner description: Congratulations to all of you who were lucky enough to take advantage of our discounted Awareness Program (Groupon, Living Social, etc.) Please keep in mind that reviews of our services should be based on Customer Service you have received during your visit with us.If you have a concern, please contact us directly via e-mail or phone, so that we may better assist you and your needs. Sharing manatees and the wildlife of our area is a way of life for us, and we want everyone to enjoy what we offer. « less
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Fernandina Beach, Florida
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

Some friends and I purchased a GroupOn last year and attempted to schedule our tour multiple times. When we were finally able to schedule the tour, May 18, 2013, we also made hotel reservations, as we live several hours away. The afternoon of May 17, as we were walking out the door to leave for the hotel, we called to... More

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DeBary, Florida, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

My sister and her boyfriend came to town to visit and we chartered a day out for manatee viewing through Native Vacations, Inc. in Crystal River. It was off-season, so we weren't sure what we would see, but it couldn't have ended up better! It was definitely one of the coolest experiences ever! We came across a manatee and her... More

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Clermont, Florida, United States
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4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

one of the worst , traci was to meet us for a afternoon tour. i had called a day before to check on time and date conformation no one ever got back to me, the day of we were left at dock with 8 other persons who had reservations. we waited for over a hour with calls trying to get... More

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Hamilton, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

On vacation first week of April and once again went to our favorite attraction of Crystal River: Manatee touring! We have gone over 6 times to this area to visit with these gentle giants and each time we go with our favorite tour company...Native Vacations. Capt. Smiley and her staff always give great tours and try their utmost to find... More

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Oostende
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2013

Thank you Capt. Traci to take us to swim with the manatees: it was a unique and amazing moment. Really magical!!! We learned a lot from that day, your knowledge and love for these animals is outstanding. I will never forget this special experience! We can highly recommend to book a tour with this friendly and 'cool' Captain ;-)). N.... More

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charlotte county, fl
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2013

I was blown away with the experience. To be able to see these "water elephants" (go on the tour, you'll get it), in their natural habitat is beyond extraordinary. Getting in the water and seeing them come up in front of you, how cool! We were lucky enough to place our hands on them while they were eating. I still... More

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Orlando, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

On Saturday, April 6th four of us went swimming with the manatees. The boat captain was Captain JoAnn. She was excellent. Her knowledge of the river and the wildlife was outstanding. Her tips for viewing the manatees were good. I would not hesitate to go with her again. One tip is to go earlier in the season. The time to... More

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Orlando, Florida
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

I didn't know what to expect because of mixed reviews but Im so glad I went. It was amazing!!! I went with a group of 6, one paid with a groupon the rest of us paid the reg price. Cpt Bill took care of us and he was great. I will be going back for sure. We saw so many... More

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Hernando, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2013

Absolutely the best guide in Florida. Not only were we taken to the crystal springs in Crystal River Fl. but the information we received was invaluable in understanding these marvelous creatures. Her name is Traci and how this woman loves the manatee. . She left a lucrative job in Michigan for a Florida vacation and once she found the abundance... More

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Provo, Utah
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2013

We swam with the manatees through Native Vacations the weekend after I ran the Disneyworld Marathon this January. We ended up being forty minutes late for our scheduled tour since we missed an exit on the Florida Turnpike and had to drive an extra 20 miles before we could turn around. We called ahead and they were kind enough to... More

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