Manatee Swim Tour with Photographer

Experience the thrill of swimming with manatees on our top-rated bucket list tour. Spread out and enjoy plenty of space at Explorida Adventure Center. Book now!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Explorida - Manatee Swim Tours - Climb aboard one of our secure, comfortable, and pristine US Coast Guard certified vessels to join your Master Captain on an adventure into the Kings Bay refuge waters. Our master captains are skilled in locating manatees during your tour, even in the off-season, ensuring the finest manatee tour experience in…
What's Included
  • Safe USCG Certified Boats
  • Bottled water
  • In-Water Guide/Photographer
  • Wetsuit
  • Snorkel Gear
  • Float Noodles Provided
What's Not Included
  • Photos and videos available for an additional fee at the end of your tour.
Additional Information

Explorida’s Manatee Swim tour was honored as one of Trip Advisor’s “Top Ten Bucket List Experiences in the World” for 2022! Swimming with manatees is a unique opportunity, so make sure to do it right! Avoid cramped dive shops and enjoy the spaciousness at Explorida! The Explorida Adventure Center boasts a large, state-of-the-art facility that is…

Location
545 N Citrus Ave
North Citrus Avenue
The Explorida Adventure Center is the first Building on the left when turning west on to N. Citrus Avenue from Highway 19.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Kathyg878
Apr 22, 2026
Great experience - This was an amazing experience. My husband has wanted to swim with manatees for a few years after seeing them in person. Capt. Chris, Maddie and Madeline were great guides. We were expecting to only get to see maybe a couple of manatees because of the time of year. We are glad that we were wrong. We got to see about eight including a mother and baby. I would definitely recommend this company for your swim with the manatees.
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Clairelf3800qm
Apr 22, 2026
Fun had - Our guide Topher was amazing. He was very knowledgeable and super fun!
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218lesac
Apr 20, 2026
Amazing value for the money - This was the most amazing tour, the stuff were amazing, it was organized, and the experience itself was top shelf. For what you get the price is amazing, the length of the time that you’re on the boat was perfect, and there was no rush the water by the staff at all. They were extremely accommodating and wanted your experience to be perfect. We will definitely do this again and probably bring friends with us for them to experience this great tour.
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Michelle
Apr 18, 2026
Swimming with the manatees - Swimming with the manatees is a must do on your bucket list! Captain GQ and our tour guide and photographer Carrie were phenomenal!!! Carrie took her time, explained exactly what to do, and found us many manatees to watch. We will definitely do this again!
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V1791gdhenryk
Apr 18, 2026
Best Manatee Guide Service in Crystal River! - Walter and Tofer were absolutely amazing. Super knowledgeable and fun to just hang with for a morning. The outfitter and team at the shop were professional and super helpful as well. Would highly recommend this tour for people of all ages. Ask for these guides as well - would not have change anything about this experience.
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U1476jscharlesb
Apr 16, 2026
Amazing Manatee experience with Paddletail - Our guide Sara Newman and Captain Glen made our experience great. We were able to swim with a lot of manatees. Sara and Glen were funny, helpful and knowledgeable and really made the whole experience great. We will book another experience in the winter with them.
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Teamprice4
Apr 13, 2026
Fantastic trip - Great trip with knowledgeable crew. Really well organized and got up close with the manatees! Also saw dolphins and alligators. Whole family loved it and would highly recommend.
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Ladyliz992019
Apr 12, 2026
SWIM WITH MANATEES! - Had an amazing time with this. We saw one gorgeous manatee when it was a long shot we would see any because it was end of season. So great full to have had this experience.
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Rudycp4278kt
Apr 12, 2026
Great time with Explorida! - Our experience with Explorida was phenomenal! The entire process was very easy. Instructions were clear, and location was easy to find. Everyone was very welcoming and friendly. Captain Dom and our Dive Guide/ Photographer Topher were very fun, informative and great to experience the manatee dive with. Overall, magical and fun experience. Will return, and dive with Explorida again.
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Christinaty8986sx
Apr 17, 2026
Misguided experience - Upon booking this experience, me and my family was under the impression that we would see a lot of manatee swimming and snorkling/swimming with them for 3 hours. Tour guide also stated the best time to go is during Jan/Feb when it is a bit more cold. We tour around the area trying to spot some manatee, 2-4 around the area. This 3 hour experience is 15-30 min video, getting changed and waiting for other group to be ready and then 1-1.5 hour swimming and the remaining boat tour around the water. I would advise customer calling this guide before booking before it’s too late to get refunded back.
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From $74
up to 11 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).