




Love the water, but would rather stay dry? Join Manatees in Paradise as we explore the wonders of Florida's Nature Coast during our 1.5hr Eco Tour boat cruise. Captain Derek / Jake will guide you around the many springs throughout Crystal River & Kings Bay, for a scenic & informative cruise aboard our comfortable pontoon boats. You never know what wildlife awaits, so pack a cooler, gather your friends/family & come along! :)
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Crystal River is home to the only national wildlife refuge in the United States specifically created to protect habitats for Florida’s beloved official marine mammal, the Florida manatee.
Three Sisters Springs is a 57-acre site which includes three second-magnitude springs that serve as a winter refuge for manatees. Over 100 species of birds have also be spotted at the springs including various heron, gallinule, limpkin, mottled duck, osprey, pied-billed grebe, sandhill crane, and much more.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Discover Crystal River's Secrets with Private Boat Tour lasts about 1h 40min. The itinerary has 2 stops.
Prices start at $250 per person for this Crystal River experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is We will meet you at the Paddle Tail Lodge boat docks 5-10 mins before your departure time. There is no need to check-in anywhere. Restrooms are available by the pool for use before/after your tour. Call 352-586-5210 or 419-305-7044 if you're having any trouble locating us. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN, EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 2 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Manatees In Paradise.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Discover Crystal River's Secrets with Private Boat Tour | 1h 40min | 5.0 (2) | $250 | |
Crystal River Clear Kayak Tour: Three Sisters Springs & Manatees | 2 hours | 4.8 (2,158) | $99 | View |
Crystal River Manatee Viewing & Sightseeing Boat Tour | 1h 30min | 4.9 (160) | $44 | View |
Crystal River: Private Manatee Swim With Guide(Free Photos) | 3 hours | 5.0 (164) | $500 | View |
Crystal River: Semi-Private Manatee Swim Tour With In Water Guide | 3 hours | 5.0 (532) | $70 | View |
Crystal River: Small Group Boat Tour | 1h 20min | 5.0 (59) | $60 | View |
Crystal River Boat and Nature Tour | 1h 15min | 4.8 (68) | $31 | View |