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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

Sun 17 Nov

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Starting at $101.38

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Sun 17 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)

Coyote35789

Feb 2022

Captain Troy and Paige were awesome and made sue everyone had the best experienced possible. I couldn't of asked for better guides. They truly love what they do and care about the animals, as well as the environments that they live in. True ambassadors of the real Florida (Nature Coast). I will be back again to do some scalloping in the summer and swim with the manatees again during the season.

Carla P

Feb 2022

We did a semi private tour (5 of us!) at 945 on a Sunday. Captain Troy and our guide Courtney made this a fabulous trip. It was a cold, cloudy day here in Florida but they made sure we had an excellent experience. So much better than a large group. Both Troy and Courtney were super knowledgeable and made sure we were comfortable and saw manatee. Would highly recommend asking and booking with them. This was our second time with River Ventures. Check in is easy and the facilities are clean. The pontoon boats are super. Plenty of drinks and snacks. A wonderful way to see the beauty Florida has to offer.

Pioneer46687258639

Feb 2022

This was such a fantastic way to see the Manatee! Our captain Hailey and guide Sara were extremely friendly and knowledgeable about everything in Kings bay from the wildlife to the local attractions. They immediately got us into the water once they found a good spot. I loved how they balanced Guiding us to see manatee with letting us explore safely on our own. They clearly had the safety of the manatee as a priority and made sure we enjoyed “their” space with respect. You get up close to the manatee and can watch them play and rest and eat. So worth it. Afterwards we were treated to a tour of the bay. Hailey and Sara made the trip with their deep knowledge of the restoration efforts and little tidbits about the islands in the bay. Would do it again anytime.