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A 3-hour snorkeling boat tour in Kings Bay, Crystal River, Florida, where you get in the water and swim alongside manatees. A USCG Master Captain and an in-water guide (divemaster) explain how to interact with manatees and share facts about their behavior. A 5mm wetsuit, mask and snorkel, towel, and hot coffee and tea are included, so there is little to bring. Choose from the standard tour, semi-private or private tour options.

Depart from Paddletail Waterfront Lodge
to meet the manatees
This approximately 3-hour manatee swim tour departs from Paddletail Waterfront Lodge in Crystal River. Before setting out, your captain and in-water guide (divemaster) will tell you everything you need to know about interacting with the gentle manatees. A 5mm wetsuit, mask and snorkel, and towel are provided, so you do not need to bring your own gear.
Learn about manatees from a knowledgeable captain

Your USCG Master Captain shares facts about manatees and their behavior patterns. With extensive knowledge of Crystal River and Florida's manatees, the captain is happy to answer any questions you have. Warm coffee and tea are served on board.
Swim with manatees in the
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge

Snorkel in the waters of the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and meet the gentle giants up close. A permitted and insured in-water dive professional accompanies you for a safe experience. The tour ends back at the meeting point.
※ Wildlife lives in the wild, so manatee sightings cannot be guaranteed.
※ The tour runs as a standard, semi-private or private tour depending on the option you choose.
Meeting point:
Paddletail Waterfront Lodge
525 NW 7th Ave, Crystal River, FL 34428, USA
Meeting point details:
Meet in the two-story white building on the water at Paddletail Waterfront Lodge. The tour departure point is about a 2-minute walk away. Parking is included, and the tour ends back at the meeting point.
525 NW 7th Ave, Crystal River, FL 34428, USA