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The 15 most popular crystal river tours, the ones worth getting in the water for. What you will actually see, who runs the boat, and what a place in the water costs.
Swim with manatees in Crystal River on a 3-hour small-group tour with wetsuit gear, an in-water guide, and HD photos.
Most Popular“bring wram clothes for return ride... better have it and not need it . This was really fun and we'll worth it. You WILL see manatees. 😁”
Snorkel with West Indian manatees in Crystal River. Small group, wetsuits and gear included, in-water photos, and hot drinks.
“I loved this trip.! The guides are so friendly and patient and knowledgeable. We got really close to several manatees while also staying at a safe and respectful distance from the animals. A great team and a great time!”
Heated VIP pontoon manatee snorkel in Crystal River: small group, wetsuits, snacks, and expert guidance in the refuge.
“This was an amazing experience! Moe, our boat driver and Shelia our guide were absolutely incredible. I had no idea that we would be surrounded by so many manatees at such close proximity, it was truly breathtaking.”
Snorkel at Crystal River’s Three Sisters Springs with gentle manatees, a Coast Guard captain, and an in-water photographer for memorable photos.
“our Captain Melissa was professional, courteous and very knowledgeable of the area and the manatees. Natalie (Nat) our in water guide, was friendly, naturally energetic, and you can tell she loves her job! We were fortunate enough to have encountered about one dozen manatees on our 7:30 am tour,. We highly recommend this company!”
Private manatee snorkeling in Crystal River for up to 10. Gear and guide included, plus above-and-below photos you can buy.
“Captain Irish Dave and Marissa made our trip absolutely perfect!!! We had kids who were very hesitant to get in the water but they were so kind and patient and Marissa made every effort to make them feel safe in the water with the manatee. Captain Irish Dave was so encouraging to us and gave…”
A small-group snorkel in Crystal River with manatees, wetsuits and gear included, plus a guide who takes professional photos to remember it.
“Excellent tour guide providing interesting details added to the trip (Zachary)! Or Captain Jason was excellent. You can tell they love these animals and it shows. Very well run organization, good price, super cute shop and very helpful overall.”
Crystal River small-group manatee snorkel with in-water guide and photographer. Wetsuit, gear, heated boat included; photos optional.
“It was amazing and our captain and helper/photographer were great!! They made sure that we got to swim with a manatee and gave us plenty of time to do it. Highly Recommend!!!”
Crystal River manatee snorkel tour with American Pro: conservation briefing, small group, full gear and wetsuits, spring-fed boat rides.
“Absolutely the best experience. Celebrated our 30th wedding anniversary. What a day! Chris and Casey were awesome! Pictures were great! I would recommend them to everyone! It was so fun and we will have memories to last a lifetime! Thank you!”
Small-group manatee snorkel in Crystal River with wetsuits, guide plus photographer, aquarium entry, and a photo package included.
“Collin and Captain Michelle took us out. We experienced manatees up close. Both had great attitudes and were very helpful.”
Snorkel in Crystal River’s King’s Bay Manatee Refuge on a small-group tour with gear, wetsuits, and free underwater photos.
“You meet at their shop (very welcoming staff), change into a wetsuit (plenty of changing stalls), they'll drive everyone to the pier to the boat via van (not even 2 minutes away). From there, the boat (pretty decent size) will take you to go see the manatees. Captain was very sweet as well. They give…”
3.5-hour Crystal River manatee swim by boat with wetsuit gear, snorkel guidance, and spring stops near Three Sisters Springs.
“We had a blast and would definitely do it again if we were in the area. Our party of 7 got suited up and enjoyed swimming with the sweetest grass vacuum we've ever seen. The crystal clear spring was incredible as well. Both our guide and pilot were knowledgeable and friendly and they're willingness to…”
Snorkel with gentle manatees in Crystal River’s Kings Bay on a 3-hour guided tour with wetsuits, an in-water guide, and optional photos.
“We can really recommend this family business. Chad & Jacob gave their best to make this trip unforgettable for us. We take great memories back home”
Snorkel or do a drift-style scuba session on Florida’s Rainbow River from Crystal River, led by a US Coast Guard captain.
“What a great experience! Loved getting to snorkel the river. Tour guides were awesome. Would do the whole thing again in a heartbeat!”
3-hour Crystal River manatee snorkeling on a small boat with wetsuits, in-water guide, and free photos and video.
“This tour was amazing! We had the 6.30 tour, so we were the first ones out there (with the sunrise as a bonus). The guides were really good and we were really lucky with the manatees we saw. Great experience!!”
Private manatee snorkeling in Crystal River with a guide, wetsuits, boat ride around King’s Bay, snacks, and a photo package in about 3 hours.
“The tour with Captain Ron and Lauren was FANTASTIC! They brought us to a perfect place where the manatees were swimming all around us. We had our 7 year old daughter who was a bit nervous about swimming with the manatees, but Lauren took great care of her and made her feel at ease. It…”
