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Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour
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Crystal River, United States
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Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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What you can expect during your visit
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
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(888) 651-9785
3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds
Overview
Snorkel with manatees in the Crystal River on a wildlife tour that gets you close to the West Indian Manatees that flock to the Crystal River's many freshwater springs. Learn about the remarkable manatees and the ecosystem they depend on, then slip into the water to see the manatees as they swim and feed. Wetsuits and all snorkeling equipment are included in this Crystal River manatee tour, with warm drinks served on board the boat.
- Snorkel with manatees in the Crystal River
- See a scenic natural habitat where manatees thrive
- Use snorkeling gear to see manatees underwater
- Great way to learn about Florida's native wildlife
- Snorkeling equipment and wetsuits provided
- Ideal choice for families
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What's Included
Professional guide
Use of Snorkeling equipment
Wetsuits
Coffee and hot cocoa
Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Departure & Return
406 NE 1st St , 406 NE 1st St, Crystal River, FL 34429, USA
This activity will end right where it started.Please arrive no earlier than your scheduled tour time. Our captains and guides are busy between trips with the previous tour and readying your boat and our shop for your trip. If you arrive early, you are likely to be waiting for our other guests to get changed and review their photos.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Guests with limited mobility are welcome, but must call us to make prior arrangements
- Single travelers may be required to change time or date of tour depending upon availability
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
- OPERATED BY Gulf Coast Expeditions
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
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What is the policy on sanitization during Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour ?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
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What is the social distancing policy during Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour ?
A:The policy on social distancing is:
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour ?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
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- "Take a great interest in maintaining the ecology and habitat as well as ensuring guests depart with great memories." See review
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Amazing Experience! 10 stars!
Jeannette_R
, Jul 2022
It was an amazing experience! We almost had to cancel because of lightening, but at the last minute we were able to go. Captains Kip & Laura took us out and within minutes they found a mama and her calf, even though the earlier storm scared them off. They were quick to get us in the water, and Laura grabbed my wrist and led me right to the manatees! I was literally 6-8 inches above them! Then she pulled me a little further up and I was eye to eye with the mama! My family of 6 all had a chance to get up close! We also happened to see 2 small alligators (not typical). Then Kip & Laura took us to an area where they knew of a mama with a newborn calf. We didn’t swim with them because of the newness of the baby, but we got to watch them up close. To end our trip, they took us to a crystal clear spring where we got to dive down to the bottom while Laura took pictures. TRULY AN AMAZING, UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE! You have to do this!! 10 out of 5 stars!!
Great crew! Everything...
laura_c
, Jul 2022
Great timo
Wayme_M
, Jul 2022
Great time, great scenery and wonderful staff!
Heather_M
, Jun 2022
Manatee Well Being 1st - Amazing
Shannon_I
, Jun 2022
Our guide (Lo-Lo) and boat captain (Kip) were fantastic! They genuinely care about the manatees which, was something I worried about in doing the tour. I wanted the experience but, did not want to upset these amazing creatures. They not only followed the state guidelines but, they would let others on the river know as well. If a kayak or boat was about to go over one because they weren’t paying attention, they were quick to inform them! There were people, not with a guide, being rough around a manatee and our guide let them know they needed to watch their feet and give the animal some space. If you just hover and watch these amazing creatures- you can learn! The one we were closest to swam right up to us - we didn’t need to bother him. Definitely go with a guide who makes the animals well-being a priority! We also went to Three Springs which is stunningly beautiful! Crystal clear water (and chilly…you will want the hot chocolate on the boat after even if it’s 90 outside)!
Best experience
Angel_H
, Jun 2022
Our tour guide Giggles...
David_S
, Jun 2022
AMAZING
Leanne_B
, Jun 2022
Such a Fun Tour!
Samantha_V
, Jun 2022
My friends came down to visit and we wanted to do something new beyond the beach, and I found this gem of a tour. So glad we did it! Our guide, Leah, was amazing and knowledgeable. Our captain, Lauren, was great at getting the boat around and finding the manatees. Both ladies were a JOY to be around and will definitely go again with my husband and kids! It was so fun, and quite unique!
Best experience ever
Sandrine_M
, Jun 2022
We loved it. Highly recommend.. We got to get so close from the Manatees and the snorkeling in the spring is so beautiful.
You need to do this tour!!!
Katy_W
, Jun 2022
Amazing! Our captain and guide were great!!! We found manatees so quickly and were able to swim for a while with the heard. The pictures were wonderful as well. I would highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host , Jun 2022
Thanks so much for the kind review! and we're very glad you enjoyed the photos. We think that's one of the best parts of what we offer so you can relax and enjoy our manatees while we take care of capturing the memories for you! Come back and see us again, maybe during the season for lots more manatees and memories.
Got to see a couple...
Eric_W
, May 2022
Wonderful! Highly recommend!
Dawn_B
, May 2022
Will definitely do again!!
Katie_H
, May 2022
We went during the slower season for manatees, so we only saw 4, but they did a great job looking for them and having us experience some other snorkeling things when we couldn’t find any manatees. The captain was hilarious and Lauren our guide, was very friendly and made sure we all got close to the manatees when we did find them. Everyone there was friendly, and I appreciated the in-water guide to help us get close!
Amazing experience!
Tamara_W
, May 2022
This was an amazing experience! Our guides were knowledgeable, patient & fun. Highly recommend this group as we got to interact with these gentle giant manatees! We saw many manatees & this trip was well worth it! If you want to see manatees up close , do this snorkel ! You won’t regret it !
Must Do!
Cole_H
, May 2022
Great day, great crew,...
Carla_O
, May 2022
Great adventure
Sheila_C
, May 2022
Great time!
Brian_W
, Apr 2022
We came down for my husbands bday. We had a great time w/Ashley & Gary! Ashley made sure we got the lost out of our snorkel experience- we saw plenty of manatees & were able to get close to them. Afterwards we enjoyed swimming around the lagoons & seeing fish & other wildlife. Gary, our boat operator, was friendly & talked to us a lot about the surrounding areas. Both made sure we got to do the things we wanted & were absolutely fantastic!
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