CRYSTAL RIVER · FOOD TOURS
The ones worth booking.
The 10 crystal river photography tours worth setting an alarm for. The shoots and golden-hour walks travellers come home with full memory cards from, with prices, run times and who runs them.
Snorkel with manatees in Crystal River with an in-water guide and HD photographer; wetsuit, gear, and hot drinks included.
Most Popular“We had an amazing time swimming with the manatees! Our tour guide JJ was great and very informative, while keeping it fun! It was a wonderful experience and will totally go again!”
Swim with manatees in Crystal River on small-group tours, with wetsuits, snorkeling gear, and an in-water guide who takes photos.
“Everyone was super excited to share their manatee experiences. Facilities and the boat were pristine. Captain and guide knowledgeable, very safety oriented, for passengers and manatees, and fun. We were up close and personal with several manatees. Definitely a bucket list item.”
Snorkel with West Indian manatees in Crystal River with a small group, wetsuits and gear included, plus warm drinks and an in-water photographer.
“Great company! Clean wetsuit, clean house to get change etc. very professional guide, super nice and patient with us especially the little one. We had fun. Saw a bunch of manatees. Highly recommend!”
Small-group Crystal River manatee swim in Kings Bay with a 5mm wetsuit, pre-water passive observation coaching, and an in-water photo guide.
“Great staff. Everyone was superknowledgeable and worked hard too and sure we had a great experience. Most importantly the manatees were amazing.”
Snorkel with gentle manatees at Three Sisters Springs on a covered pontoon boat. Small group, wetsuits, and in-water photos.
“really good experience. we quickly caught manatees. with which we could swim.”
Small-group Crystal River manatee snorkel with in-water guide and photographer, wetsuit gear, and heated boat comfort. Max 6 people.
“I was the only person who showed up for the first trip of the day at 8 am so private tour! Absolutely fabulous from start to finish. My guide Robin and boat captain were amazing. Saw manatees and visited the mouth of the Spring with crystal clear water. It was all a dream come true.…”
Semi-private Crystal River manatee swim on a heated enclosed boat with gear, warm drinks, and in-water photo moments.
“Wonderful experience. Amanda was a fantastic guide. She really loves the manatees and enjoys teaching you manatee manners. Captain Chris was excellent as well. Highly recommend doing this. The boat was heated and they provided hot coffee, hot chocolate and tea when we were done to help warm up. Make sure if you book on…”
Private manatee swim in Crystal River’s King’s Bay for up to 6. Wetsuits, hot drinks, towels, and a guide who works the water with you.
“It was a fun experience. Misty and Memphis were great! It was later in the season, so not many Manatee's to see, but Misty and Memphis made sure we saw the Manatee's that were there. We got great pictures of a mother and baby. In adRead more”
Swim with manatees in Crystal River’s King’s Bay, with a small VIP pontoon boat, classroom briefing, and an in-water photographer.
“Despite the not-so-favorable weather conditions (high winds, choppy water), Troy and Paige did a great job maneuvering the boat so we could see manatees.”
Private heated Crystal River manatee swim for up to 6 with all gear, captain and in-water guide, and free photos.
“⭐ 5 stars for the staff! Our guide and boat captain were truly excellent — knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive, which made the outing enjoyable from start to finish. The overall experience wasn’t exactly what I had envisioned, but I think that had more to do with the time of year than with the tour itself.…”
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