USA · CRYSTAL RIVER TOURS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 crystal river tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Swim with wild manatees in Crystal River on a small-group tour with gear, boat ride, and an in-water guide for $76.
“Wonderful experience with Kristi being in nature with so many manatees up close and near you. Mother and baby manatees.”
Swim beside wild manatees in Crystal River with gear, guides, photos, and a small group. Get practical tips, pricing, timing, and honest advice.
“The wife and I had a blast! We were provided all the gear we needed to have a great day in the water! As soon as Captain Brian got us into the boat he started feeding us information about manatees! Within 10 minutes we spotted one and began to get in the water! Our guide in the water was also great! She kept us on the manatee for awhile before it decided to find food elsewhere. We then were able to observe a group of three the in bay where we floated and observed for awhile! Overall a great experience! Would definitely bring the kids back!”
Swim with wild manatees in Crystal River on a small boat tour with gear, an in-water guide, photographer, and flexible cancellation.
“Everyone was super excited to share their manatee experiences. Facilities and the boat were pristine. Captain and guide knowledgeable, very safety oriented, for passengers and manatees, and fun. We were up close and personal with several manatees. Definitely a bucket list item.”
Paddle Crystal River in a clear kayak, visit Three Sisters Springs, or spot manatees with a guide on this small-group Florida tour.
“The tour is excellent. The Kayak is very easy to ride, stable, and safe. The guide was great, and we got to see the manatees up close, even passing below the glass kayak. The guide also took some fantastic pictures of us and shared them with us at the end of the tour.”
Swim with wild manatees in Crystal River on a six-person tour with gear, wetsuit, guide, hot drinks, and free photos for $99.
“What a great experience. Capt. Pete and our guide Stephanie did a great job of instructing us and leading us to perfect locations with these gentle giants. Pictures were awesome!”
Swim with Crystal River manatees in a six-person tour with wetsuits, expert guides, photos, hot drinks, and respectful wildlife encounters.
“What a great experience! Although our group was a bit larger than it should’ve been due to staffing issues, our guide Crystal, managed it all amazingly. She lead us to pockets of areas to see the list manatees and away from the crowds as much as possible. We saw so many beautiful floaty potatoes up close and personal. Highly recommend this tour and definitely ask for Crystal!”
See Crystal River’s wild manatees from a dry, comfortable boat with an expert captain, wildlife sightings, and easy family-friendly access.
“Experienced and well informed captain (Chris). Well maintained vehicles and fun staff! Plenty of room with a full boat. If you do t want to swim it is a great option!”
Swim with wild manatees in Crystal River on a six-person heated pontoon tour with guides, gear, snacks, photos, and gentle wildlife rules.
“Went out for a morning tour with Capt Melissa and James, and it was an amazing experience. It was both fun and educational. It took us a while to find a good spot to swim, but eventually managed to find one. We swam with a cute playful baby that trying to nib my head, and watched a few larger resting ones.”
Swim with wild manatees in Crystal River on a six-person tour with gear, guide, hot chocolate, parking, and free photos included.
“This was an amazing experience for our family! Captain Evan and lead swimmer Sam made this trip so great. Their knowledge and friendliness was much appreciated especially having our younger kids with us. They keep the groups small and intimate as well as include video and pictures. Will definitely be back!!”
Swim with wild manatees in Crystal River on a small-group tour with wetsuits, guides, photos, hot drinks, and a personal in-water experience.
“How informative the trip was. How beautiful it was underwater with the fish and manatees. And how hard Orville and our captain of the boat worked to find manatees for us to swim with so late in the season.”
See Crystal River manatees from a clear kayak on this guided two-hour eco-tour, with useful tips on wildlife, costs, parking, and water conditions.
“I Had a nice time I'd book another tour with them. Our guide RJ was quite knowledgeable on the manatees and the chrystal river.”
Review of Plantation’s Kings Bay Scenic Cruise in Crystal River, with wildlife odds, boat comfort, value, tips, and booking advice.
“Awesome boat tour! Very informative! My 8 and 10 year old really enjoyed it. Saw a lot of manatees, fish, birds.”
Review of Crystal River’s 3-hour manatee snorkel tour, with Three Sisters Springs, small groups, warm wetsuits, wildlife tips, and photo advice.
“Everything was great. Our guide James and captain Chris did a great job, we saw manatees😀, everything was perfect.”
Swim with gentle manatees in Crystal River on a private three-hour tour with gear, guides, photos, and room for up to 10.
“Skye was so knowledgeable about the aquatic life, and so kind to me. It was my first time snorkeling and she was an excellent teacher and SO very patient to me. I had a wonderful experience that I will never forget.”
Swim with manatees at Crystal River on a six-person tour with gear, a guide, boat ride, and optional photos for $95.
“The tour guide were extremely knowledgeable and extremely nice and patient. The experience is one I will always remember”
Every kind of American day out, and the best of each.
