Private Manatee Adventure

All Ages | 3 Hours | Private for up to 10 People

by Crystal River Watersports· Crystal River, FL★ 4.9 · 1,585 reviews on google_reviews
From$450
Group size6 Per normal boat. 10 for larger boat.

What to Expect

Have you ever wanted to swim with manatees in Crystal River? Then this is the perfect tour for you and your guests. Book your private manatee tour and have the opportunity to go out on one of our boats with your very own tour guide and captain and experience the incredible Florida Nature Coast firsthand! With the entire boat to yourself, you’ll have a completely immersive experience, learning about more than just the manatees that inhabit our region.

Our location provides the opportunity for a scenic nature cruise down the Indian River to the Crystal River. You can see a lot of wildlife which may include dolphins, river otters, bald eagles and many other birds. Once non-resting manatees are found, you enter the water to snorkel with them. Time permitting you may have the chance to also snorkel in one of our nearby beautiful springs – a beautiful natural area with crystal clear water.

As the only place in the world where you can legally swim with manatees, Crystal River Watersports also takes great care to observe & preserve these incredible creatures and all of our natural wildlife. You’ll learn the proper way to be in the water around the manatees, never approaching them and passively observing while allowing them the exciting opportunity to come to you!

Includes

  • Early mornings are usually better for visibility in the water and increased chances of manatee interaction before temperatures get warmer, especially during summer months.
    Snorkel equipment, wetsuits, and required “diver down” marker flag are included.

  • We provide an experienced in-water guide on every trip to assist you, as the Captain must remain with the vessel as per USCG regulations.

  • Our guides bring an underwater camera with photographs available for purchase after the tour on a manatee-shaped 4GB thumb drive so you can bring your experience home with you!

Duration

3 Hours

Address

2380 North Suncoast Blvd, Crystal River Florida.

Pricing

Private Group · Price includes up to 6 people • All Ages Welcome$344.50
Group of 1-6$528.94
Group of 7-10$795

Prices are typical; see the booking calendar for live availability and rates.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must take place 7 days ahead of tour date unless booking with Trip Protection.

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