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Small group Manatee Tour with In-Water Divemaster/Photographer

Small group Manatee Tour with In-Water Divemaster/Photographer

Overview

Just like our regular tours, you can swim alongside manatees for even longer. Only 6 people per vessel allows for a more personal experience The price includes all equipment, full 5mm wet suits, mask, snorkel, towel service, hot chocolate, coffee, hot showers, boat coats and heated changing facility.

City: Crystal River

Wed 14 May

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Starting at $98.50

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Wed 14 May

Starting at $98.50

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Boat Coats for cold mornings!

US Coast Guard certified captain and Professionally Insured in water guide!

Use of Full 5mm wet-suits (for extra warmth), Mask & Snorkels

Towel Service

Coffee, Hot Chocolate, bottle water

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Wet-suits available in children's size 6 up to 3XL

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (689)

Melissa_K

Jan 2025

Great staff. Everyone was superknowledgeable and worked hard too and sure we had a great experience. Most importantly the manatees were amazing.

PhilippeC784

Dec 2024

Great swim with the manatees. Mike and Tyler were very kind 💯👌and we saw a lot of manatees. We recommend witn no hesitation.

elins688

Dec 2024

Yesterday, my daughter and I had the most incredible experience on the Snorkel with Manatees Tour at 6:30 AM with Plantation on Crystal River Adventure Center. We were aboard a comfortable boat with a skilled in-water dive master (who was also our photographer). The boat was perfect for our needs, and we had a wonderful time with a friendly, experienced captain and a knowledgeable guide. The staff, both on land and on the boat, were so thoughtful, providing towels, water, coffee, and hot cocoa to keep us comfortable. There was ample parking, and the changing and shower room was warm and well-maintained. We stayed at the Hampton Inn Crystal River, just a short 3-minute drive from the tour location. The hotel offers breakfast from 6:00 to 10:00 AM, so we were able to enjoy a lovely meal before starting our adventure—an ideal way to kick off the day. Our guide was fantastic, capturing many photos of us, which we could later view and purchase as lasting memories. We also learned a lot about the area, including the warm springs, and how the water temperature remains steady at a comfortable 72°F (22°C). While the temperature was perfect, we were provided with wetsuits for added comfort. We were lucky enough to see an incredible number of manatees, and my daughter and I truly had an unforgettable experience. It was a magical adventure—by far better than a day at Disneyland! Highly recommended ❤️