We specifically went to Homosassa to do the manatee swim and chose Capt Mike based on the websites. Due to daylight savings, we were lucky and only had to meet at 6.30. Upon arrival we were given wetsuits and coffee, and we could watch a movie about the mantees while waiting for everyone to get ready. The equipment was good,... more

Evidently, the clear water viewing of these amazing gentle animals is available only in the winter months. We were disappointed in not being able to see them below the water. We were not happy with the captain. There were no changing rooms, as the website states there are. Pretty cheezy tour but the manatees are wonderful. And when I called... more

This is the letter my husband wrote to Captain Mike after our experience with Sunshine River Tours on Mar 31: For Captain Mike, just wanted to let you know how disappointed we were with your swim-with-the-manatees snorkel tour. We’ve done a lot of snorkeling in San Diego, Mexico and Hawaii, in clear and mediocre visibility, so my wife had been... more

We left at 6am to get there at 9am. It was a freezing day (expecting a late day storm/tornado) After trying to find this place, we finally did and were given our wetsuits (thank God they were full length steamers) & masks/snorkels and then were shown an intro dvd, then onto the boat we got to get to the springs... more

After making the reservations for this manatee snorkel on the phone, I must say I was discouraged. Captain Mike said it IS NOT guaranteed that you will be able to swim with the manatees. I understand that they are wild animals, but it was risky to spend the $160 for our family of four on what might end up as... more

When we arrived it was not really made clear what we were supposed to be doing, regarding changing closes, what to take on the boat with us and what to leave behind etc - fine if your'e a return visitor, but I feel things could have been made much clearer for first timers like us. There was also about 20... more

I have to say that this was my 4th tour - ever. So, I may not be an expert on what a tour should be. I felt that the overall condition of the boat as well as the attitude of the "staff" to be well below my expectations. My boyfriend felt the same way and is more of a tolerant... more

We recently participated in "Florida Dive Adventure" package, which was set up by Capt. Mike of Sunshine River Tours. It was a week long vacation. We lodged at the Riverside Resort (I reviewed as well). The package included training to become a PADI certified diver, lodging, an Airboat Tour, Kayaking, as well as a private manatee Tour (package "C"). I... more

I just went on Capt. Mike's Sunshine River Manatee Tour on Wednesday August 27th 2008. It was a fantastic experience. We went onto the Crystal River with Capt. Mike (the other Capt. Mike). He was an excellent guide. After cruising a little while he brought us right to an area where there were several manatees. My wife and my daughter... more