Women’s Florida Springs and Manatee Kayak/Snorkel January 2027 7 Days $2495-$2895
SPRINGS AND MANATEES OF FLORIDA
A naturalist-led snorkeling and kayaking adventure for women
January 24th-30th, 2027
Our Florida program often sell out early in the year, please email to join our 2027 roster, we only take 10 women plus crew on this unique adventure
Email Kim at: bluewaterventuressc@gmail.com
Welcome to the Florida Springs Manatee Adventure +Flights
Deposits/Cancellation/Trip Insurance
Packing List/Suggested Reading List
Watch Our Trip Video Here: Springs and Manatees of Florida
Trip Overview
Each winter as the Gulf temperatures begin to drop, The West Indian Manatee migrates into the tepid springs of Florida. Our trip will begin with three days of snorkeling among these giant herbivores who winter in Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, the highest concentration of the West Indian Manatee in the United States.
Kim Powell, your trip naturalist saw her first manatee when she was eleven, a life altering experience. Kim has been snorkeling among these incredible mammals and their offspring nearly every winter since.
She is eager to share her knowledge of her home state and favorite animal with you.
Our trip will also include two days of exploring the spring fed Rainbow Run and Chassahowitzka Rivers, both spectacular waterways. During our kayak trips we may drift by cypress knees, river otters and a multitude of wading birds such as little blue herons, white ibis, great egrets and anhingas. By joining us in these beautiful crystal clear rivers you will be experiencing a slice of Florida that most visitors to the state never see.
DATES AND COST
10 women: $2495 9 women: $2795 8 women: $2895
January 24th-30th, 2027
Includes: 6 nights of lodging, van transfers throughout Florida,
6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
Guided kayaking and snorkeling instruction, 3 guided manatee snorkeling tours via pontoon boat, 2 days of exploring Florida Spring-fed rivers by kayak and snorkeling, naturalist-led hikes, evening slide shows, all permits/entrance fees and the extraordinary experience of snorkeling with a 2000 pound mammal!
Air transportation, snorkeling gear or personal liquor are not included. Wetsuits are included.
All meals are included with the exception of two ( one lunch and one dinner) where we dine out together on a waterfront restaurant
We maintain a small group size of no more than 10 women plus our naturalist-guides.
Please note that pricing is based on the configuration of our group each year, couples vs. singles and how this relates to our room availability within the rental house
Please indicate your interest by email.
Blue Water Ventures
220 Kenneth St.
Santa Cruz, Ca 95060.
Information on Manatees and More Manatee Info
A complete package of information will be sent to you in December.
