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13 Best Crystal River Tours

The best of it, mask on.

The 13 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.

13 Best Crystal River Tours

The 'OG' Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide/Photographer - The 3-Hour Schedule: What Your Time Really Gets You
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The ‘OG’ Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide/Photographer

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1.The ‘OG’ Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide/Photographer

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★ 5.0

“What a great time with Wade and Sheila! We got up close with two adults and a baby. Safe clearly explained the different sensations floating in a wetsuit which was invaluable information. Shelia was about to keep our whole group, 7 adults, together and active and one of the adult manatees came right up to…”

2,539 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $76.07by River Ventures

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Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour with In-Water Photographer - Getting geared up: wetsuits, equipment, and the pre-water rules
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Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour with In-Water Photographer

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2.Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour with In-Water Photographer

Snorkel with West Indian manatees in Crystal River. Small group, wetsuits and gear included, in-water photos, and hot drinks.

★ 5.0

“I really enjoyed this experience with a small group of 3! Learned about the manatees from our guide Crystal and captain Ron. It’s a small operation but full of care and passion! Super grateful to get to meet some very social manatees in their natural habitat!”

1,336 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $79.00by Gulf Coast Expeditions

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Exclusive Small Group VIP Heated Manatee Snorkel Tour - Getting Suited Up: Wetsuits and Snorkeling Gear That Actually Works
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Exclusive Small Group VIP Heated Manatee Snorkel Tour

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3.Exclusive Small Group VIP Heated Manatee Snorkel Tour

Heated VIP pontoon manatee snorkel in Crystal River: small group, wetsuits, snacks, and expert guidance in the refuge.

★ 5.0

“We had Carlos and Captain JJ and had a blast! We went to three sisters springs & another spot and saw manatees at both locations! They provide wetsuit, goggles, snorkel, snacks, and drinks. If you’re big on good pictures and videos, I would recommend getting a water proof case and bring a phone. We wanted…”

1,023 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $108.93by River Ventures

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Crystal River: Manatee Snorkel Tour w/ In-Water Photographer - River Ventures briefing: the part that prevents rookie mistakes
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Crystal River: Manatee Snorkel Tour w/ In-Water Photographer

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4.Crystal River: Manatee Snorkel Tour w/ In-Water Photographer

Snorkel at Crystal River’s Three Sisters Springs with gentle manatees, a Coast Guard captain, and an in-water photographer for memorable photos.

★ 4.7

“We had Captain JJ and James as our tour guides and they made sure our day was fun filled and full of laughter. They gave a lot of educational info and even though it is technically out of manatee season we still were taken to spots that had manatees. We had plenty of time to…”

633 reviews3 hoursFrom $87by River Ventures USA

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Private 'OG' Manatee Snorkel Tour with Guide for up to 10 people - The snorkeling rules: how you stay respectful and actually see more
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Private ‘OG’ Manatee Snorkel Tour with Guide for up to 10 people

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5.Private ‘OG’ Manatee Snorkel Tour with Guide for up to 10 people

Private manatee snorkeling in Crystal River for up to 10. Gear and guide included, plus above-and-below photos you can buy.

★ 5.0

“We had a fab private tour with Ryan! The captain of the boat was so helpful with our 4 year old. The river was much smaller than we anticipated and the manatees much larger! The experience itself was absolutely incredible! Really wonderful! We had briefing, equipment and transportation. Only improvement and it’s not a criticism…”

598 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $670.34by River Ventures

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Manatee Snorkel Small Group Tour - Price and What You’re Really Getting for It
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Manatee Snorkel Small Group Tour

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6.Manatee Snorkel Small Group Tour

A small-group snorkel in Crystal River with manatees, wetsuits and gear included, plus a guide who takes professional photos to remember it.

★ 5.0

“Nice Companie, Crystallynn und Cpt. Chaz are very nice guys and make real good job! They are very concerned about the enviroment and wildlife!”

581 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $95.00by Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours

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Small Group Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide and Photographer - Getting set up: Salty Siren check-in, wetsuit fit, and warm comfort
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Small Group Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide and Photographer

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7.Small Group Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide and Photographer

Crystal River small-group manatee snorkel with in-water guide and photographer. Wetsuit, gear, heated boat included; photos optional.

★ 5.0

“The best experience we’ve ever done! Sam, Ed and Kim were amazing and we had the chance to spend time with beautiful manatees and a baby one! Would recommend them to everyone don’t hesitate just book with these guys!”

574 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $89.99by Salt River, LLC

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Manatee Snorkel Tour from American Pro Diving Center - The Boat Ride: A Calm Way to Reach the Springs
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Manatee Snorkel Tour from American Pro Diving Center

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8.Manatee Snorkel Tour from American Pro Diving Center

Crystal River manatee snorkel tour with American Pro: conservation briefing, small group, full gear and wetsuits, spring-fed boat rides.

★ 5.0

“It was great! The guides were extremely knowledgeable and we saw 5 manatees up close. I’m taking 1 star off because 2 of our masks didn’t work so well. The nose kept filling up with water and my daughter and I couldn’t snorkel that well.”

265 reviews3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $65.00by American Pro Diving Center

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3 Hour Manatee Swim - Small Group w/complimentary photos! - Price and what you actually get for $95
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3 Hour Manatee Swim – Small Group w/complimentary photos!

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9.3 Hour Manatee Swim – Small Group w/complimentary photos!

Small-group manatee snorkel in Crystal River with wetsuits, guide plus photographer, aquarium entry, and a photo package included.

★ 4.5

“We had a small group on the semi private tour. Hannah was our guide. She was great. Very down to earth and knowledgeable. We saw many manatees. It was a great experience! It was very cold the day went out, but it was warmer in the water. The captain had hot chocolate waiting for us…”

192 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $95.00by Sea Daddys Adventures and Dive Center

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Classic Crystal River Manatee Swim Tour with Free Photos - The small-group feel with Nature’s Discovery and The Manatee Duchess
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Classic Crystal River Manatee Swim Tour with Free Photos

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10.Classic Crystal River Manatee Swim Tour with Free Photos

Snorkel in Crystal River’s King’s Bay Manatee Refuge on a small-group tour with gear, wetsuits, and free underwater photos.

★ 5.0

“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…”

179 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $76.95by Nature's Discovery

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Morning Swim and Snorkel with Manatees-Guided Crystal River Tour - Entering The Day at American Pro Diving Center: Gear Up, Learn the Rules, Then Go
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Morning Swim and Snorkel with Manatees-Guided Crystal River Tour

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11.Morning Swim and Snorkel with Manatees-Guided Crystal River Tour

3.5-hour Crystal River manatee swim by boat with wetsuit gear, snorkel guidance, and spring stops near Three Sisters Springs.

★ 4.5

“It was a really nice experience. The tour guys were really nice and competent. They were respectful and were keen to make the tour as Manatee friendly as possible. We needed a bit of time to find some Manatees. Unfortunately, the weather was kinda bad the day before, resulting in a bit of muddy water,…”

166 reviews3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $75.00by American Pro Diving Center

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Crystal River: Guided Manatee Snorkeling Tour - Check-in to water’s edge: gear, golf cart ride, then the boat
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Crystal River: Guided Manatee Snorkeling Tour

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Snorkel Or Dive The Amazing Rainbow River Florida - The Boat Ride Starts Before You Hit the Water
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Snorkel Or Dive The Amazing Rainbow River Florida

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