Guided Crystal River Manatee Snorkeling Tour with Free Photos
Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
We are the only company that includes the photos taken by the in-water guide on USCG-certified boats. This unique Florida activity is only available in Crystal River! Get remarkable up-close encounters with the magnificent Florida Manatee! Experience the "true Florida" with a snorkeling experience that your family will never forget!
Manatee Season is from November 15-March 31 but we are able to run incredible swim tours throughout the year! Children aged 3+ and Adult tickets are the same price. If you would like to bring children under 3 years old, you must book private. Call us for private tour pricing!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wetsuits fit from Child 2 to Adult 6x
THIS EXPERIENCE CAN ONLY ACCOMODATE 12 PERSONS MAX!
Not recommended for travelers with weak knees: guests must use boat ladder
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Small Groups
Hot chocolate on cold days
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Free Photo Package
Free Parking
In-water guides
Gratuity for captain and guide
Towels and bathing suits
What To Expect
Free photos on this excursion from May-November!! Embark on an unforgettable adventure to snorkel with wild manatees in Crystal River, Florida! Up to 12 may join in on this epic excursion throughout the King's Bay Manatee Refuge. Hop aboard The Manatee Duchess and search for the incredible manatees that call our area home. Learn more about our town and wildlife during your search for manatees as your in-water guide and captain educate and instruct guests on how to conduct ourselves in the water. Manatees vary in numbers throughout the year, so sometimes it takes five minutes and sometimes over an hour to find one in our 600-acre bay. When we have found a manatee, swim alongside the graceful and impressive manatees while your in-water guide takes photos and assists guests who need any help. Guests will snorkel in a calm and quiet manner, assisted in floating by the wetsuits and swim noodles provided with your tour. Reminder: this is a natural experience and, while we are able to find manatees year-round, conditions vary day-to-day. If you have any questions about conditions or the experience.
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Guided Crystal River Manatee Snorkeling Tour with Free Photos
Reviews
70 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic day
Nicola A,
Jul 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Absolutely amazing karisma was an amazing guild, so friendly and welcoming and the guy who drove the boat was amazing with the knowledge he knew about manatees, ( forgot his name) just remember to take drinks with you as none are provided. We received our photos by email which was amazing would highly recommend.
Great time!
Marci S,
Jul 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a great time! The driver of the boat and the guide were very knowledgeable and friendly!! We saw manatees in every stop they took us!!
The family
Rafael T,
Jul 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00The captain Even and Sam made our experience delightful. They did the best to satisfy our expectations and found us a couple of manatees. The experience was fun and unique. Great job Thanks.
Loved it!
Jamie L,
Jul 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00We absolutely loved this experience! Our kids thought it was so cool. The free pics are an added bonus. I also liked that there was only 6 people in this tour.
Wonderful experience & great photos
Lyndsay H,
Jun 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a great experience out with Charisma and Dillan today! We had lots of time in the water with a mom and calf pair, were able to explore some of the springs around the area, and had great conversation about manatees with Capt and guide on the way back. We were lucky enough to be the only ones on this trip so it was laid back and able to go at our pace. All of the photos were such an appreciated bonus! They took about 30 photos of us and the manatees and were great quality, sent to our email the same day and included at no charge. Highly recommend...thanks for a great day! We'll be back!
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