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Snorkeling with Manatees: In-Water Guide & All GearSwim and snorkel with wild manatees for three hours with a guide in the water alongside you, all gear provided: no experience needed, children 3 and up welcome.
- 3,105 reviews
- 4.90★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 6
Crystal River: Manatee Swim Tour & In-Water PhotographySwim with manatees in Crystal River, Florida's natural habitat. USCG-certified boats, in-water guide, wetsuit & snorkel gear included. Small groups, professional photographer.
- 2,465 reviews
- 4.95★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 6
Crystal River: Manatee Snorkel Tour & HD PhotographerSwim with manatees in Crystal River with River Ventures' in-water guide and HD photographer. Includes wetsuit, boat tour, hot cocoa. Manatee guarantee available.
- 2,676 reviews
- 4.91★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 3
Recommended (7)
Crystal River Clear Kayak Tour: Three Sisters Springs & Manatees
- 2,175 reviews
- 4.80★
- Duration
- 2h
Crystal River: Small Group Manatee Swim & Free Photos
- 2,034 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 3h
Manatee Snorkeling Crystal River Small Group with Photos
- 1,400 reviews
- 4.96★
- Duration
- 3h
Crystal River: Manatee Viewing Cruise & Kings Bay Wildlife
- 1,237 reviews
- 4.86★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
Crystal River: Manatee Snorkel Tour & Heated Pontoon
- 1,076 reviews
- 4.97★
- Duration
- 3h
Snorkeling Manatees Crystal River Small Group Free Photos
- 882 reviews
- 4.98★
- Duration
- 3h
Crystal River: Clear Kayak Manatee Tour & Wildlife Spotting
- 820 reviews
- 4.63★
- Duration
- 2h
Top rated (10)
Crystal River: Manatee Swim Tour with USCG CaptainSwim with manatees in Crystal River's Kings Bay with USCG-certified captain. Includes wetsuit, snorkel gear, and heated facility. Small groups, year-round.
- 328 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 3
Private Manatee Swim in Crystal River: In-Water Guide & PhotosSwim with manatees in Crystal River on a private heated boat with a dedicated in-water guide and photographer who captures your close encounters with these gentle giants.
- 164 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 19
Small Group Manatee Snorkel Tour in Crystal River with GuideSnorkel with manatees in Crystal River on a 3-hour small group tour with in-water guide, photographer and all gear included.
- 632 reviews
- 4.99★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 6
Kings Bay Eco Tour: Manatees, Springs & WildlifeNinety-minute Kings Bay eco tour with live English-speaking guide spotting manatees, birds, turtles and springs: water included, wheelchair accessible.
- 146 reviews
- 4.99★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 6
Manatee Snorkeling Crystal River Private Guide & Gear IncludedSnorkel with manatees in Crystal River's refuge with a USCG-certified guide, wetsuit and all gear included.
- 650 reviews
- 4.98★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day except Saturday
- 4
Crystal River Manatee Swim Tour: Semi-Private With In-Water GuideSwim with manatees in Crystal River on a semi-private tour with a captain and in-water guide: maximum 6 guests, heated boat, all gear included, about 3 hours.
- 539 reviews
- 4.98★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 20
Snorkeling with Manatees in Crystal River: Private GroupSwim alongside manatees in Crystal River's Kings Bay with a private boat, in-water guide, and all gear included: the colder months bring over 700 manatees close to the springs.
- 332 reviews
- 4.98★
- Duration
- 4h
- start times · Every day
- 5
Crystal River: Manatee Swim Tour & Springs with In-Water GuideSwim with manatees in Crystal River on a semi-private tour with an in-water guide, heated boat, and free photos. Max 6 guests, 3 hours, gear included.
- 178 reviews
- 4.98★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 20
Crystal River: Small Group Manatee Swim & In-Water GuideWake up to Crystal River’s gentle giants: swim with manatees in a small group, guided by a local divemaster. Includes all gear, hot drinks, and heated facilities.
- 768 reviews
- 4.97★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 3
Swim with Manatees in Crystal River: 3-Hour Guided TourSwim with manatees in Crystal River with USCG Captain and in-water guide: full wetsuit and snorkel included.
- 616 reviews
- 4.97★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 3
Lowest price (10)
Crystal River Kings Bay: 1-Hour Manatee Cruise, Fully CoveredOne-hour scenic cruise through Kings Bay wildlife refuge in Crystal River, Florida. See manatees, dolphins and birds from a covered boat with professional captain.
- 715 reviews
- 4.68★
- Duration
- 1h
- Every day
- 14:30
Kings Bay Sunset Cruise: Wildlife, Local Guide & BYO DrinksExperience a Kings Bay sunset cruise with local guide, wildlife spotting, and BYO drinks. Includes covered boat, flexible booking, and family-friendly options.
- 77 reviews
- 4.79★
- Duration
- 1h–1h 15m
- start times · Fri and Sat
- 2
Crystal River: Kings Bay Sunset Cruise & Manatee SpottingFeel the hush of Kings Bay at sunset, spot manatees with a local captain, and unwind on a gentle cruise from Paddletail Waterfront Lodge. Includes safety gear.
- 93 reviews
- 4.88★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
Crystal River Manatee Viewing Tour: Kings Bay Wildlife RefugeCruise Crystal River's Kings Bay with a live guide to spot manatees, wading birds and eagles in the second-largest spring system in Florida.
- 171 reviews
- 4.89★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 4
Crystal River: 4 Hour Kayak Rental & Wildlife SpotsFeel the quiet splash of your paddle in Crystal River, spot manatees, and set your own pace with a 4-hour single kayak rental. Includes gear, map, and local tips.
- 94 reviews
- 4.61★
- Duration
- 4h
- start times · Every day
- 11
Crystal River Manatee Kayak Tour: 3 hours paddling Kings BayPaddle Kings Bay and Three Sisters Springs on a guided kayak tour in Crystal River with equipment and professional guide to spot manatees, otters and tarpon.
- 89 reviews
- 4.92★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 2
Crystal River Single Kayak Rental & Kings Bay Manatee MapSingle kayak rental at Crystal River's private launch near Three Sisters Springs. Includes paddle, life jacket, and manatee sanctuary map.
- 28 reviews
- 4.96★
- Duration
- 2h–8h
- start times · Every day
- 10
Kayaking in Crystal River: Tandem Kayak Rental for TwoRent a tandem Crescent kayak for two in Crystal River with paddles, life vests and a map. Paddle at your own pace for four hours among manatees, dolphins and birds.
- 61 reviews
- 4.54★
- Duration
- 4h
- start times · Every day
- 11
Crystal River: Manatee Kayak Tour & Wildlife Refuge PaddlingPaddle Crystal River's Chassahowitzka River to see 1,200+ wild manatees in their natural habitat. Kayak, paddle and lifejacket included. All fitness levels.
- 25 reviews
- 4.68★
- Duration
- 3h
- Every day
- 08:00
Snorkeling with Manatees in Crystal River: Swim with Sea CowsSnorkel with manatees in Crystal River's spring-fed waters with full gear, in-water guide and US Coast Guard captain. Arrive 30 minutes early, gear up.
- 316 reviews
- 4.77★
- Duration
- 3h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 3
Crystal River at a glance ✓ 2026-11-03
- Most booked: Snorkeling with Manatees: In-Water Guide & All Gear, US$ 76 (3h, 4.90★ · 3,105).
- Top rated: Crystal River: Manatee Swim Tour & In-Water Photography, US$ 77 (3h, 4.95★ · 2,465).
- Best value: Crystal River: Manatee Snorkel Tour & HD Photographer, US$ 76 (3h, 4.91★ · 2,676).
Of the 56 experiences: 55 with free cancellation, 53 with instant confirmation and 46 bookable last-minute.