easy
3 hours
Suitable for all fitness levels; basic swimming skills recommended.
Swim alongside the gentle Florida Manatees on a private snorkel tour in Crystal River. Perfect for all ages, this unforgettable eco-adventure offers expert guidance and all the gear you need for a 3-hour wildlife experience.
Starting at $55 | All Ages Welcome | 3 hours | Up to 12 Passengers!
Experience the thrill of swimming with Florida Manatees in their natural habitat on a guided eco tour in Kings Bay. Led by expert captains, this unforgettable adventure prioritizes the well-being of these gentle giants while offering a unique opportunity to observe them up close. Enjoy a memorable three-hour journey with included gear and photography.
Guided Eco Tours within Kings Bay, Crystal River centered around the Florida Manatees in their natural environment. Expert captains and in water guides will escort you into Kings Bay in search of the Florida Manatee, our favorite endangered endearing marine mammal. Swimming with manatees is a unique opportunity to see them up close and personal in a passive respectful manner. All tours are conducted in accordance with manatee viewing guidelines set forth by USFWS, with the manatee’s well-being at heart.
As a wild experience it is impossible to make any guarantees from day to day, but our captains are experts on Kings Bay and manatee activity. We commit to showing the best experience we can, nothing more and nothing less.
Please arrive at our office, located at 11 NE 4th Avenue, Crystal River, FL 34429. You will spend approximately 3 hours with us depending on manatee/weather activity.
Please be sure to book the correct amount of guest who will be loading onto the boat during the tour, regardless of their age, or whether they are swimming or just riding along. In order to follow regulations set forth by the US Coast Guard, each of our vessels can only hold a specific amount of passengers. To ensure accuracy, we must have every passenger in your reservation accounted for ahead of time.
Ensure your spot by booking your tour in advance, especially during peak seasons.
Weather can affect manatee activity; plan your trip on calm, clear days for the best experience.
Protect your skin and the manatees’ habitat by using eco-friendly sunscreen.
Follow all instructions by guides to ensure a safe and respectful encounter with manatees.
Crystal River has long been a haven for native peoples and early settlers who relied on its rich waterways for food and transport.
Tours follow strict USFWS manatee viewing guidelines to minimize disturbance and protect this endangered species’ habitat.
Allows clear underwater vision and easy breathing during snorkeling.
Keeps you warm in cool water, especially important during winter months.
winter specific
Capture your incredible manatee encounters and underwater scenes.
Protect your skin and preserve aquatic ecosystems with eco-friendly sunscreen.
summer specific