Private Tour
All-Inclusive Small Group Manatee Swim with Free Photos
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Our owner-operated tours specialize in small group family-oriented excursions!!
All necessary gear is included for your convenience!
Enjoy your manatee snorkeling experience and receive FREE PHOTOS at the end of your adventure. We include everything necessary so that you can immerse yourself in the beauty of these wild manatees worry-free!
This tour operates with a maximum of 6 passengers, ensuring as private of an experience possible for you and your loved ones! Our tour guides have 20+ years of experience working in the water with guests of all ages from around the world and specialize in family-oriented groups to give you the highest quality experience swimming with these wild manatees! Snorkel up-close and personal with these incredible sea cows and marvel at their size and grace.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
THIS EXPERIENCE CAN ONLY ACCOMODATE 6 PERSONS MAX!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Our signature activity! Hop aboard our small passenger vessel for an intimate snorkel with the Florida Manatee! We take you through scenic King's Bay in Crystal River, Florida in search of the wild Florida Manatees. We specialize in small group and private manatee snorkeling tours. Upon arrival, you will be introduced to your in-water tour guide who will lead you to your boat and take photos every step of the way! During the boat ride out, our in-water guide and captain educate guests on the proper way to snorkel with the protected wildlife and ensure a fun and safe experience for all ages! Once we find a manatee in our 600-acre Bay, we exit the boat and snorkel with the manatee. Our guide leads guests to the manatees and takes in-water photos throughout the entire tour. Indulge in up-close encounters as you glide gracefully alongside one of nature's most impressive, yet gentle animals. The manatees' size and sweet demeanor make for an unforgettable snorkeling experience that is fit for snorkelers of all experience levels. Remember, this is a true wildlife adventure and conditions vary day-to-day but our crew will do everything they can to give you the experience of a lifetime!
What‘s Included
Use of snorkeling equipment ($10 value!)
In-Water Tour Guide
and hot chocolate on cold days
Wetsuits ($15 value!)
Parking ($10 value!)
Photo Package taken by In-water Guide ($50+ value!)
Admission to Pete's Pier ($5 value Per Person!)
Gratuity for captain and guide
Towels and bathing suits
Options
Guided Manatee Swim
5 Star Service: The absolute best Master Captains and Crew in Crystal River!
Reviews
809 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Magical!
Amanda M,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Evan (our capt) and Mya (our guide) took exceptional care of our group and created a truly magical manatee experience. The small group size, crystal-clear water, and prime viewing spots made it unforgettable. They were knowledgeable, personable, and clearly respectful of the animals. The relaxed atmosphere—and hot cocoa at the end—were the perfect finishing touches. Highly recommend Nature’s Discovery!
AWESOME!! That about sums it up!!
886leslieh,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hudson and Evan did an Excellent Adventure for us!! Very informative and we all enjoyed every minute with them!! I would ask for them by name if you are thinking of doing this! Thanks so Much!!!
Small Group Manatee Swim & Tour
ketaylor14,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great day & time we had with the Nature's Discoveryt Manatee tour team. Mia (guide) & Jake (Captain) did an excellent job on our tour. The were insightful, helpful & we were able to see a lot of Manatees. They knew right where to take us & we had more than enough time to enjoy the experience. Our group would highly recommend Nature's Discovery.
Fantastic tour!
Chelsey R,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was amazing! The tour guide and captain were professional and knowledgeable. They showed us around the area and found the best location to see the Manatees. We found a spot that there were more than a dozen. It was magical! It was a cold day and they made us hot chocolate to keep us warm. The facilty and boat were clean and in great condition. The pictures provided were awesome! We will be back to do this tour again!
It was great. Hung with a...
Jodi R,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was great. Hung with a sleeping manatee for about an hour. Jaden was great at coaching us and preparing us. Never enjoyed a hot chocolate so much! Evan was great at spotting the manatee too. Can’t wait for the pics.
Amazing manatees and boat ride
hollygN62YE,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jake and Hudson went above and beyond showing us the manatees and taking us down the river and showing us all the wildlife and we’re so knowledgeable and informative. Plus they had hot chocolate when we got back in the boat to warm us up!!! Highly recommend!!!
Unforgettable Manatee Encounter
LoveTravel395568,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Epic day on the water with Captain Jake and guide Jaden! Our group of 4 was the only ones on the tour. We were in the water for almost 1.5 hrs. and swam up close with too many manatees to count. Unforgettable experience!
Awesome!!
Meander45406636067,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thus experience was amazing! Our guide Mandy was knowledgeable abd fun. She even made us hot chocolate on a cold day! Our caption Evan was super fun and found the manatees with no problems. The snorkeling was easy and they provided swim noodles as well as snorkel gear and wet suits. The animals are so sweet. I even got a "manatee kiss" from a baby. All in all this experience was top notch from the small group size to the caliber of the staff. I highly recommend
Seeing amazing manatees in the wild
Nikki from Virginia1,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great 1pm tour with Jaden & Jake the boat captain. It was just 4 people on the tour and we went to a place in Crystal River that wasn't crowded with people but had a lot of amazing manatees. We saw them sleeping, breathing, eating, and some adorable calves. The photos Jaden took were good, the wetsuits kept us pretty warm, and we got hot chocolate after the snorkel. It was a great experience!
Great tour and experience
Zamzam G,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was great tool, nice and welcoming. We were so happy with our tour guide Jadon and captain Joe. Jadon helped us to not stay behind the group and help us to stay calm when manatee became close to us. Great adventure
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