USA · CRYSTAL RIVER TOURS
Good crystal river tours fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 12 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Swim and snorkel with manatees in Crystal River on a 3-hour tour with a safety-first in-water guide, gear included and photo options.
“Highly recommend. Very knowledgeable. All around fun time. The guide and captain. Were fantastic. Great gift shop as well”
Snorkel with Crystal River manatees with a small group, wetsuit and gear included, plus an in-water guide and HD photo capture.
“If you want a friendly service that believes in the conservation of Manatees, who take you in magical tours and are caring and kind then use River Ventures. So organised and professional....but mainly fun.”
Swim with gentle manatees in Crystal River’s Kings Bay on a USCG-certified boat, with an in-water photographer and all gear included.
“Once in a lifetime experience, I traveled solo for this trip and was a little nervous given that I had little experience with snorkeling but everything went well. All the equipment was provided for and the wet suit and pool noodle really help with buoyancy. The water was crystal clear, and it was a warmer day relatively for Florida winter but we still see quite a few manatees some swiming by, some sleeping or munching on eel grass. Faith, our in-water guide and photographer was amazing. She was knowledgeable and taking good care of us. I would definitely recommend this tour to my friends and family.”
Clear kayak tours in Crystal River, paddle Three Sisters Springs with possible swim, or choose manatee season for close wildlife views.
“super fun. not too hard. springs were AMAZING. yas our tour guide was super nice and answered any questions we had and gave us great information about the area and the springs.”
Small-group (up to 6) 3-hour manatee swim in Crystal River, all inclusive gear plus free photo and video package.
“Was amazing it was my husband and my first time wearing a wet suit and they made it so easy on how to put on and take off they even made it easy to change out of them so wasn't cold they had hot cocoa waiting for us too loved seeing the manatees and other fish too”
Snorkel with West Indian manatees in Crystal River with a small crew, wetsuits and gear included, plus an in-water photographer.
“We had an excellent experience with Ron and Crystal. They were very knowledgeable and friendly. They take small groups so it was a nice chill afternoon with hot chocolate after. All gear is provided but you can use your own if you prefer. We would definitely use them again!”
Cruise Kings Bay in Crystal River for wild manatees from a dry boat, with a USCG-certified captain, wildlife spotting, and bottled water.
“We were given a lot of information about the manatees and we saw probably up to 10 of them. It was very cool to see them and learn about their behavior and habits.”
Exclusive heated VIP manatee snorkel tour in Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, with small group access, snacks, gear, and pro photos.
“Michael and Captain Tanner are a Delight. Funny, Knowledgeable and great People to be around. As middle aged People it was an easy and fantastic experience. Thank you Guys. PS. The Check in was very easy and great People at the Front desk.”
A small-group manatee snorkel in Crystal River’s King’s Bay with wetsuit gear, an in-water guide, and free photo package.
“Amazing adventure!!!!!! Captain and guide were so knowledgeable and manatees were the coolest!! Highly recommend!!!!0”
Small-group Crystal River manatee snorkel in Kings Bay with 5mm wetsuit, warm drinks, showers, and an in-water guide photographer.
“Misty and Captain Mark were awesome. We saw so many manatees. Checked off a bucket list item. I would definitely do it again.”
3-hour Crystal River snorkel tour at Three Sisters Springs. Wetsuit gear and an in-water photographer while you swim with manatees.
“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!”
Crystal River manatee swim for $69. Small-group tour includes wetsuit, snorkel gear, guide, and in-water photos in 3 hours.
“We had a great tour. Swimming with the manatees, discovered an alligator and some turtles. Ethan was a great, helpful and funny guide and took awesome pictures. Kelly was the best captain we could wish for. Would recommend it”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
