Wildlife Boat Tour: Discover King's Bay

Join our guided wildlife boat tour in Crystal River for a thrilling encounter with Florida manatees and diverse bird species. Perfect for nature lovers and photographers.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - The Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge is a manatee sanctuary nestled in the heart of Florida’s Nature Coast. Spanning over 80 acres, this refuge is a haven for an array of wildlife, offering visitors a captivating glimpse into the region’s natural wonders.
    One of the refuge’s most enchanting features is…
What's Included
  • Covered tour boats for shade
  • USCG inspected tour boats
  • 1.5-hour narrated boat tour
  • USCG licensed captain and guide
What's Not Included
  • Sunglasses - Polarized lenses are best for seeing into the water.
  • Binoculars are available for rental - Adult $12 / Child $6
  • Parking fees
Additional Information

Embark on a captivating guided wildlife boat tour that promises adventure, education, and unforgettable viewing of King’s Bay.
As you step aboard, you’ll be greeted by our expert captain and knowledgeable naturalist guide, who will serve as your hosts for the duration of the 1.5-hour excursion.
One of the highlights of the tour is the opportunity to…

Location
Pete's Pier Marina
Southwest 1st Place
Pete's Pier Marina. You will pay for parking at the Pete's Pier Gift shop. You can let them know you are on a eco tour with See Crystal River. You will then meet your captain down by the bait shop. Please call us if you have any issues finding your captain or where to go at 352 228 2279
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Leighm711
Oct 9, 2025
Great trip - Really enjoyed our guide, you could tell his love for the area and wildlife. He worked hard to get to the manatees, but without risking upsetting them.
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Gina_m
Oct 8, 2025
Thumbs up! - Brody was very knowledgeable and a great guide to the Crystal River. He even pointed out some famous people’s houses along the water along with all the wildlife.
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Donald_r
Sep 23, 2025
Excellent - Very informative, Captain was not only knows where the great spots to see the manatee. His rules on safety on the bay and came across kids on paddlers boards who cut right in front of us had put the pontoon in reverse to stop. And he seen they where without life jackets and stopped to inform them about $100.00 fines if caught without them. The tour was excellent. Will recommend to friends in heart beat.
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Ferg2765
Sep 20, 2025
Great excursion - Colt was very knowledgeable about the Crystal River area; Manatee Conservation and other wildlife. He knew where to find manatee which was a real highlight for us
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Tn1972
Sep 14, 2025
Will definitely book this tour again in January! - Colt was an amazing guide. Very informative and ensured we had a chance to see several manatees despite less than ideal conditions. It was great to see how most of the boat tour guides treated each other with respect and kindness.
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O1135otjanetj
Sep 12, 2025
A Good Experience! - Our wildlife boat tour was a fun experience. We saw a few manatees, as well as a lot of shore birds and a raccoon. The guide was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions.
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Mangol852
Aug 19, 2025
Great time out on the water - We had a great time on this boat tour. Our guide had lots of information about the areas history, flora, and fauna. Hee went the extra mile, literally to give us a chance to see some manatees very nice time for senior citizens.
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Manny_d
Aug 5, 2025
Great experience, boat... - Great experience, boat was neat and clean. Captain friendly and knowledgeable! Easy to find. Highly recommend
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Philip_g
Aug 3, 2025
Manatee - Very fun. It was very informational and we got to see manatee and alligator. Will recommend to others..
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Larry_l
Sep 17, 2025
Excursion was very... - Excursion was very informative. Guide was very knowledgeable of the area and told us the best time for manatee viewing is in the winter months, when the manatees seek the warmer water found in the bay.
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From $35
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).