I have visited Birds no less then 7 times in the last 11 years and have nothing but good things to say about the operation from start to finish. Bill and Diane as well as the rest of the staff always act professional, provide countless pointers and have a true sense of care for the animals. I have recommended this... more

I love businesses that are run and operated by the owners. Every time I call Bird's they are juggling phone lines, walk in customers and working magic out of their on water dive/manatee/kayak tour operation. I've had my scuba equipment serviced from this location, I've had last minute dry suit or wet suit needed needs met. In general I applaud... more

I've had the pleasure of snorkeling and diving with Bird's Underwater many times! Never once have they let me down. No matter who the boat captain is, they always treat our groups like kings. They've searched for hours for Manatee just to please the group. And everyone of my groups has left totally satisfied. The group videos are amazing, the... more

Did a manatee snorkeling tour with Bird's Underwater Dive Center with Chris as our captain. Although we only met about 10 - 12 manatees during our entire adventure - Chris gave us all a good history lesson on the area and what the Fish and Wildlife Service was doing to help protect these beautiful and friendly animals. We were a... more

This is the most wonderful experience to be able to interact with such a large, docile, incredible creature. We have been diving and snorkelling with Bill and Diane from Bird's Underwater for at least 15 years now. We are planning another trip this fall to bring friends to swim with the manatee. Can't wait to get there. Each trip is... more

I've been snorkeling with Bird's for over 10 years. Hands down, they are the Absolute Best in the manatee snorkeling trade in the area! I try to make at least one manatee trip with them annually during the winter months, and have recommended them to numerous friends. Bird's has a friendly, thoroughly professional staff who will ensure that your manatee... more

I have been going to Crystal River for 15 years, and with the exception of the first time, every trip has been booked through Birds Underwater. I almost always have a group with me, but sometimes I go by myself. Every time ... without fail ... I have an outstanding experience. Bill and Diane Oestreich run a top notch business... more

I have dived with Bird's Underwater for 16 years and every dive with them (a few hundred now) has exceeded my highest expectations. These dives run the gamut of the sport - manatee tours, open water guided dives to instruction, mixed gas dives, and cave diving. All of it has been excellent! I first met Bill and Diane (owners) in... more

I have done business with Bird's Underwater for many years and in many different situations. First, we have bought many pieces of our dive gear from them simply because of their willingness to go "above-and-beyond" to satisfy the customer. Bill himself has often dug through catalogs and websites to find that "impossible" item, only to offer it at an amazingly... more