Lived up to all of the positive reviews that everyone shared here. Exceeded our expectations and had numerous manatee experiences. Captains are very experienced and know exactly where to dive. Also got a tour of dolphins, birds, and other wildlife. Saw other tour boats in the area with far less success. More

Both of my childeren were certified by Birds about 10 years ago. I have ben certified and diving for about 30 years. Bird`s will spend the time with you and help anyway they can. Prices for trips and equipmwnt are very good. We have dove most of the carribean from Key West to St. Martin. Without Bird`s help we wouldn`t... More

I booked a snorkeling with the manatees outing mid/late April which is towards the end of the manatee 'season' knowing there was a possibility of not seeing many, if any, manatees but decided to take my chances. Turns out it was SO worth it! We did the 6:15 am tour and we were the first tour out on the water... More

This was our first experience swimming with Manatees and Bird's Underwater did not disappoint! We were fitted with wetsuits, equipped with masks and snorkels, and out on the water before the sunrise. Even though we were traveling late in the season, our wonderful guide Rhonda, led us to an encounter with one group of Manatees and then to a mom... More

I just spent an extended weekend in Crystal River and stayed at the Hall's River house rented by the night from Bird's Underwater company. House was fantastic. Clean, well stocked, sitting on a quiet waterway with kiaks to use whenever we liked. Excellent way to try kiaking for the first time, as it was for us. So much gorgeous wildlife... More

I have been on manatee snorkeling trips with Birds Underwater twice (2009 and 2010). They get you out before the other boats and you get to see the manatees before the crowds start running them off. Both times i went, the best sighting/interactions were before the other boats started showing up. Yes, 6:15 is early but worth it. I actually... More

We went with Bird's Underwater for their manatee encounter in the Crystal River. Bird's provides excellent, knowledgeable service at a reasonable cost. We thoroughly enjoyed the entire journey, especially swimming with these gentle giants. More

My boyfriend and I went on a manatee tour and snorkel this past week with Bird's. We had never been to the Homosassa area and had no idea about the which place to take us on our manatee tour and we definitely made the right choice. We came when the water had warmed up in mid march and knew we... More

ok, do manatees really tell time? i guess that they may be more frisky in the early(6am) morning, but it was hard to get up then, a wetsuit is available for ladies of substance (3x for me). the boat captain does get into the water with you and let you know where the manatee are located- they take underwater photos... More