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This private manatee snorkle tour may only be 3 hours, but the memories for your group will last a lifetime! Your very own USCG certified captain will embark with your private group to explore the refuge and get you up close with our ‘gentle giants’!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
River Ventures Manatee Tour and Education Center, please arrive 15 minutes early.
Itinerary
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1River Ventures
Begin your Crystal River manatee swim tour at River Ventures’ full-service tour center. Spend approximately 30 minutes learning about Florida manatees, getting fitted with a wetsuit, and preparing for your snorkeling adventure. Learn how passive interaction helps protect these wild animals, with tips to feel comfortable and make the most of your time in the water. Then travel to the dock and board a covered pontoon boat with a USCG Master Captain. Your in-water guide and photographer will support you as you explore the manatees’ natural habitat.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
Explore the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge as your captain searches for manatees in their natural habitat. Watch for wildlife while cruising the spring-fed waters of Kings Bay, then stop to swim and snorkel with manatees when conditions allow. Your in-water guide will help you practice passive observation while sharing insights into manatee behavior and conservation. Each tour follows the wildlife, with snorkeling locations chosen based on manatee activity and water conditions.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Three Sisters Springs
Discover Three Sisters Springs, one of Crystal River’s most popular natural attractions, known for its clear spring water and wintering manatees. When time, conditions, and refuge access allow, your tour may include a visit to explore and snorkel in this beautiful spring habitat. Visits and in-water access are not guaranteed and depend on wildlife protection closures and conditions on the day of your tour.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Price reflects 1 to 10 people
- Children must be accompanied by an adult and have their own seat
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Price reflects 1 to 10 people
- Children must be accompanied by an adult and have their own seat
- Infants must be included in total passenger count
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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