Manatee Viewing Cruise

Overview

This tour is the perfect way to stay dry and view the wild manatees of the Kings Bay Wildlife Refuge.

Hop aboard our US Coast Guard certified vessel where you will join your Master Captain to embark on a journey into the Kings Bay refuge waters. On this tour, you and the group will join us for one of the most memorable experiences of a lifetime!

During this trip we will search for our world famous wild manatees that give Crystal River the title of "The Manatee Capital of the World." There is also a chance to see many other species of birds, turtles, and even a dolphin every now and then so be on the lookout for the impressive variety of wildlife that calls the refuge "home".

What to Bring
Polarized Sunglasses

IMPORTANT
For this Manatee Viewing Cruise, you will be meeting our Captain at Pete's Pier. There is an additional $5 parking fee per vehicle at Pete's Pier, that you are required to pay upon arrival.

Pete's Pier
1 SW 1st Place
Crystal River, FL 34429

City: Crystal River

Tue 10 Jun

Other dates

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Starting at $39.20

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Tue 10 Jun

Starting at $39.20

Make a reservation

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What's Included

USCG Licensed Captain

Bottled Water

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You will meet your Captain by the Bait Shop at the end of the dock just past the boat ramp. Your Captain will be wearing a bright green Explorida Shirt.
Children Under The Age Of 3 & Pets/Service Animals Are Only Permitted On Private Tours
This is a wildlife encounter, and due to the unpredictability of Mother Nature, conditions vary daily. If you have any questions, feel free to call

What To Expect

Pete's Pier

Children Under The Age Of Three Are Not Permitted On Public Tours Pete's Pier is the Marina where you will meet your Captain to board the boat.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (890)

Sandra E

Oct 2023

Thumbs up to Captain Corry. So friendly and funny. Very informative and very committed, even if we unfortunately only saw a few manatees, that's just how Mother Nature is. Corry: THANK YOU. See you in Berlin ;-).

solenefyl

Aug 2023

Nice activity, a little expensive. Before the walk we watch a film which explains the prohibitions and observation rules so as not to disturb the manatees. And during the activity we found that there were too many of us (around ten stuck to the buttocks of a manatee) and that's without counting the other groups who came to observe the manatee in question before and after us... This is the The only thing that made us tick. Otherwise very friendly and very well organized. Captain Steve and Madelyn were great!