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Sunset Cruise!
Awesome jaunt. Was to be a sunset cruise, but Mother Nature wasn’t cooperating as we were graced with clouds. BUT- found and watched manatees with their calves. Too cool! An excellent pivot for Captain Glenn.
Semi Private Manatee Swim Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $89 / person
- Location
- Crystal River, United States
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 322 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 6
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Waterfront Adventures; Swimming with the Manatees
- Meeting point
- You will find us on the water at Paddletail Waterfront Lodge in a 2 story white building
Description
As the leaders in the industry we feel it is our duty to have all our tours conducted by professionals. Our Manatee snorkel tours are guided by USCG Captain as well as a licensed and insured dive professional. Our in water professionals are trained as first responders, with First aid, CPR, AED administration and in-water rescue training. Captain and guides are also trained in manatee manners, through the Manatee Eco Tourism Association in coordination with United States Fish and Wildlife Service. The training allows us to lead the industry by operating the saftest tours on the water for our guest and manatees alike.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 6:45 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:15 AM, 1:30 PM, 1:35 PM, and 1:45 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult
- $89
In demand: 92 of the next 180 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Coffee and/or Tea
Smaller Boat with Heat
5 MM Henderson Wetsuit
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
322 reviews
How it compares in Crystal River
- Rated higher than 76% of 78 reviewed tours in Crystal River
- No. 20 by number of reviews among 127 tours in Crystal River
- Starting price $89 is 19% above the typical $75 for tours of similar length in Crystal River
Excurgo comparison of 127 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Semi Private Manatee Swim Tour take?
Semi Private Manatee Swim Tour lasts about 3 hours.
How much does Semi Private Manatee Swim Tour cost?
Prices start at $89 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.
What days does Semi Private Manatee Swim Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 6:45 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:15 AM, 1:30 PM, 1:35 PM, and 1:45 PM.
Does Semi Private Manatee Swim Tour sell out?
It can: 92 of the next 180 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Semi Private Manatee Swim Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is You will find us on the water at Paddletail Waterfront Lodge in a 2 story white building. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Semi Private Manatee Swim Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Semi Private Manatee Swim Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 322 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Waterfront Adventures; Swimming with the Manatees.
Reviews(322)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
9
Just fabulous!
An amazing experience that we will never forget. Our swim guide, Jessica, swam with us to find the manatees. She was exceptional at finding the best spots for us to view them. Both Jessica and Mark, our boat captain, were knowledgeable, friendly and kind. They had everything we needed to make the day run smoothly - snorkel gear, wetsuits, towels and hot drinks when we returned to the boat. They made sure we knew the rules and treated the manatees and other wildlife respectfully and safely. They also took us to the Three Sisters area when we saw the springs and the crystal clear waters of Crystal river. This tour was worth every penny as Mark knew the exact spots to take us to and it was fantastic to have Jess in the water with us as she has lots of experience and expertise. An amazing experience.
M
Perfect day with the manatees and 3 Sisters Spring
We had amazing clear water. Shelby our guide and Aaron our captain were fantastic!! They were so helpful and kind. We had manatee swim right under us!!! Then Shelby swam us over to 3 Sisters Springs!! She took us all the way in and showed us the actual springs. We could see the whole way down. She helped tug me along once or twice, which was very helpful!! They did not rush us and made sure we had a little break on the boat before we swam to the springs! Never in my life did I think we would see all that we saw today!!! Thank you so much!!
C
Wonderful experience
Took the sunset cruise and it was wonderful. Captain Glen was entertaining and informative. We learned much about the area we didn't know. Ask for him when you go.
C
Master Scallop Cleaner!
Glenn cleaned our harvest of 10 gallons of scallops. We went in a guided scalloping adventure with captain Paul Cross and Lucas. They recommended Glenn as our Master Scallop Cleaner and He did not disappoint… I highly recommend Glenn’s services he is a great guy and very knowledgeable.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️!
E
Fastest scallop shucker in Citrus County!
Captain Glenn did a great job getting my scallops shucked and ready! Took him barely over an hour to hammer out 10 gallons!
W
Awesome manatee trip!
We had the most amazing trip and loved our guide Celest and our captain Glenn. My 11 year old just said “if the trip is one out of five stars he said give it a ten”. We saw a manatee, an alligator and swam the springs. It way exceeded our expectations and would highly reccomend. Our guides were the best part. We had a group that ranged from ages 5-85. Really fun!
S
DO NOT GO DURING SUMMER!
Ramona and Steven were top notch! The trip was a little disappointing when we were told there were only 2 manatee in bay and every tour boat was zeroing in on them. The water was murkey and you couldn't see anything. So basically it was a boat ride! Ramona and Steven were great though.....
D
Great Trip
Really great trip out to see the wildlife.
X
Lost Phone Tour
Captain Glenn and Celeste were excellent tour guides. They provided a great experience with good instruction and everyone in my group had a great time. Good stories and great manatee viewing. Will probably return.
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