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15 Crystal River Tours to Book Ahead

25 tours  ·  ★★★★★★★★★★ 4.9 average  ·  from $25

Most Popular 3hr Manatee Swim Tour + In-Water Guide! - 3 Hours on the Clock: How Your Time Gets Used
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Most Popular 3hr Manatee Swim Tour + In-Water Guide!

1.Most Popular 3hr Manatee Swim Tour + In-Water Guide!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,782 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $76Our pick

Small-group snorkeling and swimming with Crystal River manatees, complete with wetsuits, a guide in the water, and photo options.

“It was a great experience! I had a great time snorkeling with the manatees. We immediately found one and got to enjoy swimming next to her while she was munching away on grass. It was the best experience.”

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The 'OG' Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide/Photographer - The manatee encounter rules, and how your guide keeps things respectful
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The ‘OG’ Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide/Photographer

2.The ‘OG’ Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide/Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,539 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $76

Swim and snorkel with Crystal River manatees on a 3-hour small-group tour with wetsuits, an in-water guide, and HD photo moments.

“Great day excursion: professionally run operation; Underwater guide was superb at locating manatees and guiding participants for optimum interaction. Boat Captain. Added his experience with facts and stories.”

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Manatee Swim Tour with In Water Photographer - The Boat Ride, The Captain, And Why Small Matters
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Manatee Swim Tour with In Water Photographer

3.Manatee Swim Tour with In Water Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,300 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Swim with Crystal River manatees in Kings Bay with an in-water guide and photographer, small groups, USCG-certified boat, gear included.

“Actually swimming alongside the manatees was a thrill. Our guide was very helpful in preparing us for this experience. He told us that the manatees may bump us intentionally and they did. Twice I tried to move out of their way and they very gently turned into me. Another time one came up from underneath me. That too had to be intentional because it knew I was there. It was a blast. Both the captain (Marty) and the guide (Adam) were pleasant and personal. Although the water was murky, our guide Adam sent out some good underwater photos. Thank you for a great experience. Al K”

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Crystal River Three Sisters Springs and Manatee Clear Kayak Tours - Three Sisters Springs Stop: Calm Water, Underwater Views, and a Swim Option
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Crystal River Three Sisters Springs and Manatee Clear Kayak Tours

3 Hour Small Group All Inclusive Manatee Swim with free Photo pkg - Gear and Comfort Details That Make the Swim Way Easier
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3 Hour Small Group All Inclusive Manatee Swim with free Photo pkg

Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour with In-Water Photographer - The 3-Hour Plan, Step by Step (and What Each Part Feels Like)
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Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour with In-Water Photographer

6.Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour with In-Water Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,336 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79

Crystal River manatee snorkeling with wetsuits, gear, warm drinks, and an in-water photographer, small group tour for $79.

“My aunt and I decided to do the manatee swim unknowingly on Manatee festival weekend so the crowds were at their peak. It made booking with a small group all the more better as we had so many more opportunities to see the manatees with less water disturbance from a big group and making it easy to move from area to area. Our guides gave us plenty of time and when we were ready to get out we didn’t have to sit on the water and wait in the cold. We were ready to head back to the dock with our park and warm drinks.”

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Crystal River Manatee Viewing Cruise - Kings Bay Wildlife Refuge: where winter manatees go to hang out
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Crystal River Manatee Viewing Cruise

7.Crystal River Manatee Viewing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,133 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

90-minute Crystal River manatee cruise in Kings Bay, with a USCG-certified captain, dry comfort, and chances at lots of wildlife.

“We were given a lot of information about the manatees and we saw probably up to 10 of them. It was very cool to see them and learn about their behavior and habits.”

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Exclusive Small Group VIP Heated Manatee Snorkel Tour - River Ventures Check-In: Gear Up Without Losing Time
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Exclusive Small Group VIP Heated Manatee Snorkel Tour

All-Inclusive Small Group Manatee Swim with Free Photos - Before you get in: check-in, gear up, and learn the manatee rules
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All-Inclusive Small Group Manatee Swim with Free Photos

Small group Manatee Tour with In-Water Divemaster/Photographer - Small group setup, meeting point, and the 3-hour rhythm
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Small group Manatee Tour with In-Water Divemaster/Photographer

Clear Kayak Manatee Ecotour of Crystal River - Guides and small-group energy, why it matters more than you think
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Clear Kayak Manatee Ecotour of Crystal River

11.Clear Kayak Manatee Ecotour of Crystal River

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 691 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $79

Crystal River clear kayak eco-tour with a small guide-led group, all-clear tandem kayaks, and great manatee spotting in clear waters.

“We loved the experience but suggest that you call the company directly. Viator has hidden fees. The guide was great as well as the staff. Fees to park as well as marina fees for the launch. Viator charged extra than calling the company.”

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Plantation's Kings Bay Scenic Cruise - The One-Hour Cruise From Plantation Adventure Center
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Plantation’s Kings Bay Scenic Cruise

12.Plantation’s Kings Bay Scenic Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 684 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $25Best value

Cruise Kings Bay from Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge on a covered boat for wildlife sightings and local stories in about one hour.

“I have been in Kings bay many times and this was just an easy , relaxing experience for me but my friends had never been and they enjoyed it very much”

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Crystal River: Manatee Snorkel Tour w/ In-Water Photographer - Getting to the refuge by covered pontoon: the part that feels calm, not rushed
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Crystal River: Manatee Snorkel Tour w/ In-Water Photographer

Private 'OG' Manatee Snorkel Tour with Guide for up to 10 people - Snorkeling gear and the practical reality of Florida water
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Private ‘OG’ Manatee Snorkel Tour with Guide for up to 10 people

14.Private ‘OG’ Manatee Snorkel Tour with Guide for up to 10 people

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 598 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $670

Private Crystal River manatee snorkel tour for up to 10 with guide, wetsuit gear, and photo CD. See gentle giants at the refuge.

“Excellent experience and worth every penny. Capt Shellie and Ryan took great care of our family ensuring we were able to see manatees and enjoy the afternoon. We learned a ton too! Loved it and would give them 10 stars if we could.”

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Manatee Snorkel Small Group Tour - Stop 1 in downtown Crystal River: check-in, wetsuit fit, and photos
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Manatee Snorkel Small Group Tour

15.Manatee Snorkel Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 581 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $95

Intimate 3-hour Crystal River manatee snorkeling tour with small group limits, gear and wetsuits provided, plus in-water guide photos.

“Guide Santa and Boat Captain Gavin were knowledgeable and showed our small group a fantastic time finding and SEEING many manatees. What an experience!!! Awesome!”

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