Swim With Manatees In Crystal River, Florida

4.8 (86 reviews) Crystal River, USA
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Duration2h 30m
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Our guided "Swim With the Manatees" tour is our number one attraction. You get the opportunity to experience manatees up close and personal in their natural habitat on colder days. Manatee season runs from November 15th through March 31st each year. We have amazing local guides who know our waters very well so you could spot several manatees in the right conditions. The colder the temperatures, the more manatees you will see. On warmer days/weeks, some tours get zero manatees because it is a natural environment and they are not always around to see. The manatees head back out to the Gulf of Mexico where the food supply is more bountiful for them. You will learn the right way to interact with these amazing animals through passive observation and learn all about our ecosystem here in Crystal River.

What's included

  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Wetsuit
  • Kayak or Paddleboard
  • Life Vest
  • Gratuities
  • Optional photo package for $37.99 at end of trip
  • Marina Parking Fee must be paid at the location
  • Marina Launch Fee

What to expect

This is an AMAZING 2.5 hour guided kayak tour to swim with manatees, which is THE coolest thing to do in Crystal River! You will get to paddle peacefully through the waterways and explore different areas, unlike the local dive companies that only drop you off to swim and get back on the boat. You get to experience all of the local nature that Crystal River has to offer visitors.
This package comes with everything you need including a single kayak, a wetsuit, snorkel gear, paddle, life vest, and a fantastic local tour guide. The tour group follows one of our local guides through the beautiful waterways and will learn about the eco-system, see many various birds, fish, and of course some amazing manatees! There is an optional photo package to purchase at the end of your tour with photos taken by your guide along the way. This really is a bucket list trip for many people so reserve today.

We require you arrive 30 minutes prior to your start time to watch a video from the FWC and sign waivers.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our building is located on the right side of Pete's Pier Marina at 1 SW 1st Place, Crystal River FL 34429. Must arrive 30 minutes prior to reservation start time to complete check-in process.

End point

Our building is located on the right side of Pete's Pier Marina at 1 SW 1st Place, Crystal River FL 34429. Must arrive 30 minutes prior to reservation start time to complete check-in process.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Moderate physical activity is required to kayak/paddleboard and swim with the manatees.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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