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Small Group Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide and Photographer

Small Group Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide and Photographer

Overview

Crystal River is home to beautiful fresh water springs, a large variety of wildlife, and or course our most famous residents - West Indian Manatees. During the Summer months, the Bay holds approximately 75 to 80 resident manatees.

Each winter between 700 and 1000 manatees migrate here seeking out our three first magnitude spring systems, each with a constant temperature of 72° to 74° F (23° C). Even in the warm summer months, Crystal River has a local population of 70-100 manatees that remain here year round. Due to efforts by many local, state and federal entities, our manatee population is thriving. We feel that an in-water swim experience is an important part of this education and conservation effort. Our team of highly trained in-water guides ensure your experience with this cherished and threatened species is handled with the utmost care and respect by encouraging passive observation.

With only 6 passengers per boat you are guaranteed a special small group interaction.

City: Crystal River

Tue 13 May

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Starting at $89.99

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Tue 13 May

Starting at $89.99

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What's Included

Bottled water

Heated Enclosed Pontoon Boat

Use of Snorkelling equipment

Coffee and/or Tea

Wetsuit

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please Note: Children 6 and under must be under adult passenger supervision at all times. Children six (6) and under must wear a life vest at all times when the boat is in motion.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (402)

717willardk

Mar 2025

All around great experience! We found manatees in the wild and swam with them. Pricing excellent for a group of 6 people.

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience, especially swimming with the manatees in the wild—that's truly magical! We're also happy that the pricing worked well for your group of six. We appreciate you choosing us for your adventure and hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable experiences in the future! 🦋

F5000YXkellyd

Mar 2025

Salty siren was the best! Saw tons of manatees and got some awesome pictures. Way more than expected! They swam right next to us and underneath. Captain Randy and our guide Megan knew exactly where to go. They were super knowledgeable and made the trip. The shop is a quick ride to the boat. It was a little chillier day, but they have plastic siding on the boat with a heater and hot chocolate! 10/10 service. We also saw manatees on our ride to/from the dock. Already excited to go back next time!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Wow, it sounds like you had an incredible time with Salty Siren! We’re so glad to hear that you had such an amazing experience with Captain Randy and Megan. They really know how to make the trip special, don’t they? We’re thrilled that you got to see so many manatees up close—what a magical experience! It’s great to know the heated boat and hot chocolate helped keep things cozy on a chilly day. Thank you so much for your glowing review, and we can't wait to welcome you back for more adventures next time!

Monika_K

Mar 2025

Amazing experience. Thank you Tyler so much for guiding me a few times to see the potatoes lol. You were amazing and very knowledgeable. I can't remember our captains name but he was just as amazing. Very sweet and personable. Can I also say he makes the best powder hot chocolate? Hahaha! Really though!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you for the awesome review! 😄 We're so glad you had an amazing experience! Huge shoutout to Tyler for showing you the "floaty potatoes" 🥔—and we’re thrilled you found him knowledgeable and fun! 🙌💙 We’re also happy to hear that our captain made the hot chocolate extra special! 🍫☕️ They definitely know how to keep things cozy while you enjoy the beauty of the water! 😎🚤 We can’t wait to have you back for more unforgettable moments! 🐬🌊 #SaltySirenTours #ManateeMagic #HotChocolateChampion #UnforgettableAdventures