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Small Group VIP Manatee Pontoon Tour in Crystal River

Small Group VIP Manatee Pontoon Tour in Crystal River

Overview

We will let you in on a secret! You can get the high-end experience, with an affordable price tag! Our new heated (during winter), luxury pontoon aims to amp up the manatee sighting and deliver a more personal event! Observe the endangered West Indian Manatee in Crystal River’s idyllic Kings Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Your US Coast Guard licensed captains and guides will take you into the 600 acre spring fed refuge waters for viewing and snorkeling with these slow moving wild giants. All equipment, fees, snacks and beverages are included.

City: Crystal River

Tue 19 Nov

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Starting at $101.38

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Tue 19 Nov

Starting at $101.38

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Professional guide

Use of equipment (mask, snorkel gear and wet suit)

Introductory/instructional video offered in English, French, German, Japanese, or Spanish

Beverages (bottled water, coffee, hot chocolate, tea and adult)

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Adult pricing applies to all travelers
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Wetsuits are available in sizes from toddlers (2 years old and up) to adults up to 5X
It is advised that you have your swimsuit on underneath your clothes for a quicker check-in
Please bring a towel and a plastic bag to hold your belongings
Children Under 3 years old are not allowed on this tour. Please call for other options.
Post COVID-19 Policy- We are mindful to thoroughly clean water vehicles between visitors.
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands

What To Expect

River Ventures

Embark on your journey with a Coast Guard Certified Master Captain who will be your in water chaperon, educator and photographer. Your tour will run four hours from start to finish and everything you will need is included for one price. You will begin at our full-service tour facility, where you will be educated about the animals in a classroom type setting and receive tips for your snorkel tour to make the most of your day. You will be taught the in’s and out’s of ‘passive interaction’ as this ensures that the animals enjoy the experience as much as we do! You will then be suited up and transported to the dock, where a Coast Guard certified covered pontoon will be waiting for you. This rich estuary will amaze…..birds, fish and wildlife abound! Submerge yourself in the manatee’s world! Finish your adventure by viewing your Captain’s photos back at our facility and be sure to visit our one-of-a-kind gift shop! Our well-informed staff will direct to other local attractions, restaurants and answer of your questions before you are on your way.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (565)

Odyssey195871

Jan 2020

We had an amazing time! Our captains Gavin and Troy were super fun and informative. We learned a lot about manatees. Gavin and Troy worked hard to give us the best manatee viewing experience while still being super respectful of the manatees. I was very impressed with their commitment to being respectful of these sweet animals. People who were there without guides were not that respectful (noisy, splashing, yelling, chasing, reaching out and touching the tails, etc.) but Troy and Gavin stressed the need to be quiet, calm, and they explained how to respectfully touch the manatees , if the manatee decided to give us the opportunity. I wish that people were only allowed in there with guides. Thank you for this fabulous opportunity!

amataski

Jan 2020

Today was AMAZING! Words can not describe this experience. Captain John Stark and our guide Jose were awesome and very informative! They made sure we had as many manatee experiences/encounters as possible. Jose took wonderful photos and videos. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone. All of the staff was very accommodating. Can’t wait to come back!!

uscfan1325

Dec 2019

Our tour started at 10:45 with Troy as our captain and Heidi as our guide. They were both a lot of fun and very professional, always looking out for us and the manatees. Heidi took 89 photos and 6 videos in and out of the water. We bought the $40 online package and were so pleased with how they turned out. Heidi would suggest things for us to do that made a good video or photo, and it was so nice to have someone else worry about taking photos so we could just enjoy the moment. Because it was low tide, we were able to go to Three Sisters Springs, which was a real treat. There were no manatees there, but it is like a beautiful tropical lagoon and the water is so clear and noticeably warmer because of the spring. There was a stronger current at the entrance but there is a black rope on the right side if you need it to pull you along. There were only six guests on our heated pontoon and Troy provided us with music and Heidi sang and danced! What a fun trip! If you are a nature lover, it should be on your bucket list for sure!