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Our Manatee Swim tour at Explorida was Voted Trip Advisors 2022 "Top Ten Bucket List Experience in THE WORLD!" Swimming with the manatees is a once in a lifetime experience so do it right! Dont cram into a small dive shop. Spread out and enjoy plenty of space at Explorida! The Explorida Adventure Center offers a large, top notch facility that is climate controlled with indoor changing rooms for your privacy. Our boats are U.S. Coast Guard inspected and certified, which means they are allowed to carry more than 6 passengers, have all necessary safety equipment, and are in tip top shape. Dont get stuck on a clunker! Book with Explorida! We are dedicated to the customer experience and will not disappoint! Let us prove it!
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Level One Snorkel Experience Recommended
Infants are still considered to take up a seat on a USCG Inspected Vessel. You must pay full price for an infant.
Children Under The Age Of 3 & Pets/Service Animals Are Only Permitted On Private Tours
This is a wildlife encounter, and due to the unpredictability of Mother Nature, conditions vary daily. If you have any questions, feel free to call
In order to maintain operational efficiency, we require a minimum of three guests per boat to operate. Guests may purchase additional tickets if the capacity is not met, which will be reimbursed if another group joins.
Trip Advisor is a third party booking system designed to reserve tours with Explorida Adventure Center. Visit our website for more information and to connect with Explorida directly.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Safe USCG Certified Boats
Bottled water
In-Water Gude/Photographer
Wetsuit
Float Noodles Provided
Snorkel Gear
Photos and videos available for an additional fee at the end of your tour.
Hop aboard one of our safe, comfortable, and clean US Coast Guard certified vessels where you will join your Master Captain to embark on your journey into the Kings Bay refuge waters. Our master captains are trained to find manatees on your manatee tour, even in the offseason, and will deliver the best manatee tour in Crystal River, FL—every time. You will be paired with one of our expert in-water guides who will be with you every step of the way to assist in making your manatee tour safe and memorable. Your in-water guide will also serve as your professional photographer to capture your manatee swim memories, and those photos will be available for purchase upon arrival back to our facility. For this tour, all required gear is included at no additional charge.
You can swim with manatees in Citrus County, Florida. Swimming with the manatees is a privilege that is unique to Citrus County, which is why the small county has earned its world famous title of the ‘Manatee Capital of the World’. Nowhere else in the world can you legally swim with the manatees in their natural habitat, as you can do with us! When looking for things to do in Florida, add swimming with the manatees to the top of your list, and let Explorida be your guide!
2,222 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Charles B,
Sep 24, 2025
- Viator
Captain John and snorkel guide were awesome. Lots of fun, knowledgeable and friendly! Great experience for the family.
Julie E,
Aug 1, 2025
- Viator
You have to experience this once in your life!! It’s amazing!! The guides and captain are very friendly knowledgeable and amazing also!!
Jim M,
Jul 14, 2025
- Viator
Can’t believe that two manatees appeared on both of sides of me! Another time, one came right up next to me to breath and gave me a brief stare. Fantastic captain and guide. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Visibility wasn’t great so I was happy that we got to see swim in the spring and see some fish too
mrsjessesmom,
May 8, 2025
- Viator
The guides Faith and John were amazing!! They did everything to insure we saw manatees!!! John also took us to see alligators and turtles.
Judith J,
May 2, 2025
- Viator
amazing. the staff was knowledgeable, professional and organized. Everyone on the boat saw multiple manatees . we even saw dolphins as well .
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