Crystal River Manatee Snorkeling Tour
Guided wild-manatee snorkeling with photos, gear, and aquarium access
Duration
4 hours
Ideal For
Up to 6 people
Includes
Snorkel gear, snacks, photos
Highlights
Explore Kings Bay Animal Refuge with local captains and guides while learning how to observe wild manatees respectfully. Your guide captures photos and video as wildlife encounters unfold naturally.
- Snorkel in the natural habitat of wild manatees
- Learn manatee-friendly observation practices from local guides
- Explore native and invasive species at the on-site aquarium
- Receive photos and video from your time on the water
- Rinse off indoors after your swim
Itinerary
- Counter Check In (souvenier shopping or set a spell in our park)
- Manatee Tour Prep Work - Dive Crew will prompt you
- Donning Wetsuit
- Place items in car or rent locker to store needed items while on tour.
- Return to guest prep area- Receive Marina Entry Bracelet 6, Board Shuttle
- Board Vessel and Meet Captain
- Manatee Tour
- Return Shuttle
- Hot rinse in door shower-change into dry clothing
- Aquarium Entry
- Souvenir Shopping
What's Included
- Local captain and guides
- Sanitized wetsuit, mask, and snorkel
- Hot chocolate, water, and snacks
- Photo and video package
- Indoor hot-rinse shower and towel
- Shuttle transportation to the dock
- Aquarium entry
Important details
- Arrive at least 15 minutes before departure
- Complete the required liability waiver before check-in
- Watch the Manatee Manners video and attend the snorkeling briefing before entering the water
- Wetsuits are required for everyone entering the water
- Minors must stay with an adult at the facility, on the boat, and in the water
- Children age 6 and younger must wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket
- Lost or damaged rental gear incurs a charge not included in the listed price
- Expect tours to operate in rain or cool weather; unsafe conditions may affect operations
- Expect wildlife sightings, water clarity, and encounters to vary
Cancellation Policy
Bookings are nonrefundable. Cancellations, changes, and late arrivals within 4 days of departure incur a $75 rebooking fee per up to 6 guests.
FAQs
Arrive 15 minutes before your start time. Plan about 40–45 minutes at the shop for check-in and required prep, including the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Manatee Manners video, an eco walkthrough, a mandatory snorkeling briefing, and wetsuit fitting before you shuttle to the dock.
Wear a swimsuit or swim trunks under your wetsuit. Bring towels, dry clothes for after, something on your feet for the walk to the dock (flip flops or water shoes), and a bag for wet items. Consider polarized sunglasses and a hat. In cooler weather, bring warm layers to put on after you get out of the water.
Yes. Your tour includes sanitized wetsuits plus a mask and snorkel. Wetsuits are required, and you will not be permitted to enter the water without one. You may use your own snorkel gear if you prefer.
Meeting details
SeaDaddys Adventures and Crystal River Marine Aquarium, 308 SE US Highway 19, Crystal River, FL 34429
