USA · MANATEE TOURS & SWIMS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 manatee tours & swims that repay the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before committing.
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”
Covered 90-minute Naples boat tour in the Everglades area, with Coast Guard captains, polarized glasses, and frequent manatee sightings.
“I took my grandfather, mother, and sister on this tour. Captain Chris was our tour guide and he was excellent! He was very knowledgeable and super kind. I highly recommend this tour for anybody visiting the area that would like to experience the beautiful wildlife and nature that Southwest Florida has to offer.”
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.”
Glide on a stand-up paddleboard through Daytona canals for a chance to spot manatees and dolphins, with expert instruction and scenic bridges.
“Seeing a dolphin. But the add said 2-3 hours. We were out maybe an hour. This was very disappointing .”
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.”
2-hour paddleboard tour in Fort Myers with guide-led wildlife spotting for manatees and dolphins, plus seashell hunting.
“Fun little adventure in the bay and around the mangroves. Found manatees right away. While I only got to see their cute little noses pop up for air, my kids got to see them. We then had a family of dolphins come into the bay and play. They kept throwing their fish in the air! Don’t worry if you’ve never paddle boarded. Our guide was quite helpful in helping first timers get on and comfortable.”
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!”
Paddle a SUP or kayak off St Augustine, searching for dolphins, manatees, and sea turtles near Anastasia State Park.
“My husband and I went to St. Augustine for 3 days for our 15th wedding anniversary. We previously went on this paddle board tour the year prior and had a great time, so I booked the 8am tour for 10/29. The day prior (10/28) I received a text message asking if we could go on the 10:30am tour instead. I told the person no, that we had plans around noon that could not be moved. I offered to move our reservation to 10/30 at 8am if that helped. They asked if we could do the 10:30am tour on Wednesday and I said no, because we had other plans. I was…”
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.”
Kayak Cocoa Beach Thousand Islands mangrove tunnels with a small guided group, expert wildlife spotting, and included photos for $69.08.
“Our kayak tour with James at Thousand Island Mangrove Tunnel was an unforgettable experience! He was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and made the whole trip both fun and educational. Paddling through the mangrove tunnels was breathtaking, and we were lucky enough to spot manatees up close! James made sure everyone felt comfortable on the water and shared so many interesting facts about the local ecosystem. If you're looking for a unique and relaxing adventure, this tour is a must! Highly recommend Cocoa Kayaking and James as a guide!”
Kayak Cocoa Beach mangrove tunnels on a small-group trip, hunting for dolphins and manatees. Gear and coaching included, about 2 hours.
“If you have any questions before the tour you can text them. They were quick to respond and put my concerns at ease . I had never been kayaking before and I had no problems manuvering. If it's going to be cold bring a towel for sure! You can expect to get wet just from the water run off from your paddle. Remember that there are no guarantees to see certain wildlife. We saw two dolphins, but it was too cold for manatees. There were lots of birds throughout the journey. The tunnels still made it a super cool experience though. Enjoy your time on the water! I was in…”
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”
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