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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

Wed 02 Jul

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Starting at $98.11

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Wed 02 Jul

Starting at $98.11

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.

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 (835)

Susannah_P

May 2024

Overall, this was a great experience with friendly, professional, knowledgeable staff. Communication prior to trip, including weather conditions and realistic expectations helped me prepare. The educational instructions prior to swim were helpful and informative. While the visibility conditions were not ideal on the day of my swim, the guide and captain were still able to provide a good experience swimming with a manatee.

Departure726875

May 2024

We had Captain Troy and Carlos was our guide. What a fantastic tour!! We saw a dolphin within 5 minutes of being in the boat. Captain Troy had found a manatee within a few minutes- do yourself a favor and make sure you ask for Captain Troy because he is the “Manatee Whisperer” and we were constantly swimming among the manatees, In fact, I was highly impressed that he helped other boats find manatees so others could experience swimming with them. This impressed me that River Ventures had someone like this on their team and we will be clients any- and very time we are in the area. Carlos explained everything SO well and made sure we did the right thing while swimming amongst them. Carlos is a newer guide and he did a super job in making our day, one will will never forget! Carlos also captured over 200 plus photos of our remarkable experience. Carlos and Capt Troy are super knowledgeable and I would HIGHLY recommend them. They also informed us that they do a scallop hunt and we will be back to partake in that hunt! This is a bucket list MUST DO and with Captain Troy and Carlos it will be the experience of a lifetime!

dennisnR2250PO

Apr 2024

We had a great time with Captain Ryan and our guide Storm. They were both very knowledgeable and friendly. We were able to find manatees to swim with and even saw a dolphin in the bay. Great experience!!