3-Hour Manatee Swim Tour in Crystal River
Shared Kings Bay swim for confident snorkelers
Duration
3 hrs
Ideal For
Up to 19 people
Includes
Wetsuit, mask & snorkel
Highlights
Explore Kings Bay Animal Refuge on a shared swimming excursion for confident snorkelers. Free-roaming manatee encounters, water clarity, and conditions vary each day.
- Explore Kings Bay Animal Refuge by boat
- Observe free-roaming manatees in their natural habitat
- Share the water on a group experience for capable swimmers
- Add the optional Guide Package for shared in-water support and tour photos
Itinerary
Arrive at least 10 minutes prior to required check in time Manatee Swimming Prep-work- Training Video- answer questions Donning Wet Suit Quick trip to car or locker before boarding shuttle Board Vessel, Captain conducts safety spiel Issued mask and snorkel on the boat Minuium of 2 hours on the water
What's Included
- Cold water, hot chocolate, or tea depending on temperature
Important details
- Ages 14+ only; swimming is required and this tour suits moderate to advanced swimmers
- Arrive at least 15 minutes before departure for required check-in
- Wear a wetsuit to enter the water
- Complete a liability waiver before check-in
- Minors age 17 and younger must remain with an adult at the facility, on the boat, and in the water
- Follow quiet, calm, floating manatee-observation practices at all times
- Expect tours to operate in rain and cool weather
- Charges apply for lost or damaged rental gear
- Optional lockers cost $2 plus tax and are subject to availability
- Pets and service animals are allowed only on private trips
Cancellation Policy
All bookings, late arrivals, and no-shows are non-refundable.
Product ID: H7YDR4
FAQs
Join if you can swim and you’re at least 14 years old. This tour is not for non-swimmers or beginner snorkelers. Minors (17 and under) must stay with an adult at all times and cannot be on separate reservations.
Wear a wetsuit to enter the water; it’s required on all manatee swim tours.
Bring towels, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, a bathing suit, flip flops or water shoes, dry clothes, and a bag for wet items. Anything you bring may get wet. You can bring snacks or drinks, and you’re asked to bring a small bag to take your trash off the boat.
Meeting details
Seadaddys Aquarium, 308 SE Hwy 19, Crystal River, FL 34429
