Crystal River Manatee Tour: Swim with Manatees

Swim with manatees and explore the beautiful springs of Crystal River on an adventure with Crystal River Manatee Adventures. Book your tour now!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Crystal River - Embark on a personal manatee adventure with us.
    Delight in the wonder of observing and gently interacting with manatees in their natural habitat. Our semi-private tour offers a close-knit experience with a maximum of 6 guests aboard a fully enclosed boat. A Captain and an In-Water Guide will be on hand to ensure a safe, enjoyable,…
What's Included
  • Snorkeling gear included
Additional Information

Plan your excursion with Crystal River Manatee Adventures, the place where enjoyment intertwines with the natural world! Our mission is to deliver an unparalleled experience filled with joy. Scheduling an outing with Crystal River Manatee Adventures guarantees an unforgettable adventure. Not only will you have the chance to swim alongside manatees, but…

Location
403 NE 2nd St
Northeast 2nd Street
You will come to 403 NE 2nd St, Crystal River, FL, 34429 to begin the process of your Manatee tour. We will get you suited up and ensure you watch a Manatee Safety video and from there we will transport you via van to our docks to board the boat for your tour.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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James_m
Mar 8, 2026
It was a great day.... - It was a great day. Manatees were scarce, but we did get to see one or two. Conditions weren’t cold enough I guess. The guide Giggles and the captain were awesome. Definitely want to go back in peak season next year.
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Brandi_i
Mar 7, 2026
Not to be missed! - Seriously the best part of our vacation. Our captain colt and guide pippi were wonderful. They worked super hard to make sure we had a great experience. We got to swim with a few different manatees which was absolutely amazing. I cannot recommend this tour enough.
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Brian_l
Mar 7, 2026
Mermaid Amanda and... - Mermaid Amanda and Captain Cole were fantastic hosts for our manatee adventure! Having a knowledgeable guide makes all the difference, getting us a close float with some calm and happy manatees. Highly recommend!
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Matthew_m
Mar 6, 2026
Best 3 Hour Tour Ever! - Amanda was our guide and Captain Colt was our guide. They were really down to earth and funny. My wife and I had an amazing time coasting around the habitat seeing manatees and different birds. We even got to go to a natural springs. We HIGHLY recommend this tour from this company!
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Sheldon_b
Mar 5, 2026
Best crew out there! - Out captain Pippy and our snorkel guide Amanda were absolutely wonderful. Entertaining and informative. Both very helpful. Will be back and do it again. Big fan. A+ team. AJ checked us in and drove us to and from the boat launch wonderful, friendly guy.
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Pasjns1
Mar 5, 2026
OUTSTANDING EXPERIENCE!!!! - Had a wonderful experience!! Not as many manatees as in previous months but we found some thanks to our wonderful guide Giggles and Captain Colt. . Very knowledgable and they did their best to get us to the manatees. Bonus sightings of dolphins hunting all around us and three sisters springs with lots of fish, crabs, and even a harmless water snake and more! Small group of 4 which was awesome! Will definitely book with them again. Thank you!!
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Susiemk8402eq
Mar 3, 2026
Worth the trip - I ran into a couple at the park who recommended this tour. Im so happy i booked with them. Small and friendly company with nice staff from the receptionist to the tour guide to the boat captain. The boat even had zip up sides and heat as well as warm beverages. The wetsuits were plenty warm. I had a great experience snorkeling with manatees. I highly recommend this crew.
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Isaac_m
Mar 2, 2026
Amazing experience - Amazing, the people who work there clearly have a love for what they do and are very nice to the animals. Would 1000% recommend
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D1482samichaell
Mar 1, 2026
A+ Day - Everyone who worked for our tour was friendly, welcoming, and professional. Amanda our guide was so good at her job and made it a very nice day. Captain Chris was funny and pleasant but clearly knew exactly how to do his job.
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Wandaj520
Mar 1, 2026
AWESOME!!!! - Captain Chris & Pippy are very professional and fun to be with. We had an excellent trip with them. They made my 65th birthday very special!!!
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From $80
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).