Private Tour
Private 'OG' Manatee Snorkel Tour with Guide for up to 10 people
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
This private manatee snorkle tour may only be 3 hours, but the memories for your group will last a lifetime! Your very own USCG certified captain will embark with your private group to explore the refuge and get you up close with our ‘gentle giants’!
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Price reflects 1 to 10 people
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Post COVID-19 Policy- We are mindful to thoroughly clean water vehicles between visitors.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
River Ventures
After checking in at the tour center you will watch a brief video about the manatees, go over the rules of swimming and how to interact in a manner that is fun for both you and the manatees. You are then fitted for a wetsuit to prepare you for your snorkeling adventure. Your guides will photograph the highlights of your entire manatee swim tour from start to finish, both above and below the water. Upon returning to the tour center, a high-resolution picture CD containing images from your manatee tour will be available for you to purchase if desired.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Private tour
Bottled Water provided
All gear included
Introductory/instructional video offered in English, French, German, Japanese, or Spanish
Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
DVD (available to purchase)
Options
Private Swim w/ Manatee
Private Swim w/ Manatee 10ppl: Private Swim with the Manatees tour. Valid for up to ten (10) passengers.
Guaranteed Manatee Swim
Including a Manatee Guarantee: Private tour - up to 10 ppl. Eliminate the risk of not encountering a manatee. No manatees? We'll fully refund you!
Reviews
601 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing Staff <3
25brianao,,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great experience!! Came with family the tour guides were amazing!! Shoutout to James, Brian and Lauren made the experience super memorable and easy going. Also very good with kids.
So awesome
yelawolfpackh,,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time Steven and Garrett were very awesome tour guides very informative. You may have to swim quite a lot so if you have back issues and neck issues this may not be the tour for you. Im hunting now but was so worth it. So much fun!!
River Ventures rocks!
judyfredl2018,,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Shawn was our guide today for our 2 hour manatee tour He was knowledgeable, patient, and friendly He guided us to some amazing manatee encounters Michelle was our pilot and skillfully moved our boat into a prime viewing area Shout out to Marge…your daughter is awesome! Thank you for giving us a truly memorable family adventure
Amazing bucket list experience!
angiesZ6756AA,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience with Gary and Emerson! They found a great spot with tons of manatees! They took great care of us from start to finish!
Super cool up close and personal with Manatees. As advertised.
dugd2026,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Most amazing time seeing them Manatees up close . Can't say enough about how fun our guides were. The whole outfit was top notch professionalism. Definitely will do again.
Amazing Manatee Swim
D3934ZQamandad,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ryan and Shawn were amazing guides! They made sure we had the most amazing experience with manatees. This is my second experience with them and I will gladly come back.
One i a life time experience
Cuneraco,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience. Thank you to shawn our guide and captain laci!! We went on the 7h30 tour, but ir was a litle bit to cold to see a lot off manatees. Still we had a once in a life time experience!!!! Kind regards from cunera
Ask for Steven and Mike!
Q4842WTdanielc,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Steven and Mike were fantastic and made this trip incredible. We had a group of 5, from 56 to 13. Everyone had a blast!
Great experience will be back!
Jet40105866312,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience, great guide and captain and everyone else was friendly and amazing. Got to see lots of manatees and we definitely be back soon!
The most extraordinary experience EVER!!
jenniferwP4804RI,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Extraordinary customer service! Captain Melissa and tour guide Piper were two of the most passionate knowledgeable people we have ever met! The care and education provided will benefit the ecosystem for now and in the future! Your company is far superior to any others due to the quality of these impressive ladies! Thank you for making life long memories with us! If I could give unlimited amount of stars for this review, I totally would!!
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