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Swim with Manatees: Eco-Educational Tour in Crystal River

By Crystal River Watersports
10 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is $100 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Join us in the only place where swimming with wild manatees is legally permitted—and do it the right way. Crystal River Watersports offers a guided, eco-conscious experience that emphasizes education, sustainability, and wildlife respect. We limit group sizes and operate with certified in-water guides trained in manatee manners, ensuring a meaningful and ethical encounter.

Guided swim with wild manatees in the pristine springs of Kings Bay (The manatees are wild and sometimes frequent all areas of the bay so the exact location varies daily and sometimes by time of day)

Onboard naturalist briefing on manatee behavior, conservation, and local ecology

Use of wetsuits and snorkel gear incl

Professional in-water guide to ensure respectful interactions and safety with current CPR and SCUBA agency trained professionals.

Eco-Ethical Focus: We are members of the Save the Manatee Club Guardian Guide program and voluntarily adhere to the highest standards of responsible wildlife tourism.

Activity location

  • Crystal River Watersports
    • 2380 N. Suncoast Blvd.
    • 34428, Crystal River, Florida, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 3940 N Tallahassee Rd
    • 3940 North Tallahassee Road
    • 34428, Crystal River, Florida, United States

Check availability


Morning Manatee Tour
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Early morning tour. Recommended.

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:30am
Price details
$100.11 x 1 Adult$100.11

Total
Price is $100.11
Until Sat, Jun 14
Afternoon Tour
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Late morning/Early afternoon tour - great for those doing a day trip from Orlando, Tampa or the beaches.

Minimum of 2 people

Language options: English
Starting time: 11:30am
Price details
$100.11 x 1 Adult$100.11

Total
Price is $100.11
Until Sat, Jun 14

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedTour escort/host
  • What's includedWhat's includedDriver/guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedUse of Snorkelling equipment
  • What's includedWhat's includedLive commentary on board
  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal taxes
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSouvenir photos (available to purchase)

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please arrive 30 minutes prior to tour!
  • Wear bathing suits for your arrival
  • Bring Towels & Sunscreen.
  • Bring clothes to put on once done swimming that may get wet, but will keep you comfortable for the return boat ride.

Activity itinerary

Crystal River Watersports
  • 30m
The address is our marina/dive shop and here you will get ready for your boat tour and manatee swim.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESCrystal River Watersports
    • 2380 N. Suncoast Blvd.
    • 34428, Crystal River, Florida, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE3940 N Tallahassee Rd
    • 3940 North Tallahassee Road
    • 34428, Crystal River, Florida, United States

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