Snorkel with manatees in a small group and get free photos
3 hours
Up to 6 people
Explore Kings Bay on a family-friendly, educational manatee snorkel aboard a comfortable six-passenger boat. Swim with an in-water guide who captures photos and videos during your three-hour tour.
Parking at Pete’s Pier costs $10. Manatee numbers and water clarity vary with weather, tides, and temperature.
Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather. Call within 48 hours of your scheduled tour time to receive a refund. No call/no show is nonrefundable.
Yes. Parking at Pete’s Pier costs $10.
Check in at Pete’s Pier Marina inside the gift shop with the “Pete’s Pier Gift Shop” signage and ask for “Go Local.”
Bring a jacket, towel, and a change of clothes. You can arrive in your bathing suit or change at the marina bathrooms. The tour typically puts wetsuits on once you’re on the boat, and warm layers (like a sweatshirt and sweatpants) help after you get out of the water.
1 SW 1st Pl Crystal River, FL 34429
We had an amazing 3-hour manatee tour with Tommy and Bailey! They were absolutely phenomenal—friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire experience unforgettable. They shared so much about the manatees, the local wildlife, and the history of the area, which made the tour both educational and fun. We also loved that they’re a local business. You can really tell they care about the community and providing a genuine experience, unlike many of the larger tour companies. They took their time, answered all of our questions, and made sure everyone had a great time. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area. It was an incredible experience from start to finish, and we can’t wait to come back!
Lana Blair
July 6, 2026
We had an amazing 3-hour manatee tour with Tommy and Bailey! They were absolutely phenomenal—friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire experience unforgettable. They shared so much about the manatees, the local wildlife, and the history of the area, which made the tour both educational and fun. We also loved that they’re a local business. You can really tell they care about the community and providing a genuine experience, unlike many of the larger tour companies. They took their time, answered all of our questions, and made sure everyone had a great time. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area. It was an incredible experience from start to finish, and we can’t wait to come back!
Lana Blair
July 6, 2026