Quick Details
Choose between our 3 or 4 experience in the booking process!
3 Hour Manatee Snorkel Experience
$ 80.60
4 Hour Manatee Snorkel Experience
$ 95
Swim with Wild Manatees in Kings Bay Animal Refuge in Crystal River, Florida
Step into the crystal-clear waters of Kings Bay National Wildlife Refuge for an unforgettable chance to swim alongside gentle, wild manatees in their natural habitat—an experience you won’t find in a zoo or aquarium.
3-Hour Manatee Snorkeling Tour
Perfect for first-timers and those short on time, this small-group adventure offers an exciting, guided introduction to manatee snorkeling. You’ll learn about these incredible animals, gear up with expert guidance, and head out for up-close encounters in the water.
After your tour, relax and warm up with hot drinks, heated showers, and access to the on-site aquarium.
Photos & videos available as an add-on.
4-Hour VIP Manatee Snorkeling Tour (Best Value)
For the ultimate experience, upgrade to the VIP tour and give yourself the gift of time. With an extra hour on the water, you’ll enjoy a more relaxed pace, more opportunities to snorkel, and a better chance for those magical, once-in-a-lifetime manatee moments.
Even better—your photos and videos are included, so you can stay fully present while every incredible encounter is captured for you.
Why guests love VIP:
- More time in the water = more chances to connect with manatees
- A slower, less rushed experience
- No extra cost for professional photos & videos
Included in Both Tours
- Intimate small groups (max 6 guests per boat)
- Expert guides & manatee education program
- Snorkel gear and sanitized wetsuit
- Hot chocolate, coffee, water & light snacks
- Indoor heated showers & private changing rooms
- Aquarium access
- Complimentary parking & marina shuttle
Highlights
- Swim with wild manatees in their natural environment
- Ethical, conservation-focused experience
- Guided by knowledgeable local captains and in-water experts
Simple Itinerary
Check in → Education & gear fitting → Shuttle to marina → Boat ride & snorkeling → Return to center → Warm up & explore the aquarium
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Check-in details
Guest must arrive by required check in time listed on each tour. Arrive with waivers completed for each person going on the boat. The waviers are required for each guest (s) to go on the boat. Wet suit’s are also required to enter the water.
Be prepared to show any prebooking information.
A electronic device is needed for wavier completion.
Your group must be present by the required check in time to go on the boat. (a partial group may go on the boat with out the other guests in their party)What to bring
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Towel and jacket for colder days
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Any personal swimwear or rash guard
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Foot ware (not required in the water)
Special requirements
An in-water guide is not guaranteed unless the guide package option is reserved in advance. Manatees are wild animals; interactions are not guaranteed and depend on the animals’ choices. Natural manatee encounter.
Restrictions
Not all-manatee interactions are controllable; guests must follow guide and refuge rules while on the water.
Extras
In-water guide and photo package available as an add-on if reserved in advance.
Disclaimers
Tour takes place in a wildlife refuge; duration and animal behavior may vary. Seats are limited and can sell out due to small boat size.
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CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY: All deposits will remain in effect until redeemed, must cancel 5 Days prior to departure to extend activation of deposits.
There are no refunds on bookings, we do not issue refunds instead you may receive a voucher for a return trip, to receive a voucher you will have to cancel 5 Days prior to your charter/tour departure date & time, the voucher would be valid for use up to one year from your cancellation date. (some exceptions may apply) If your tour or charter departure dates is with in 4 days and If a cancellation is required; no refunds nor vouchers will be granted. A $75 re-booking fee shall be applied per each six guests in any party. (1 person 75.00, 2 persons 75.00, 6 persons 75.00, 7 guests $ 150.00 re-booking fee) The cancellation policies we must enforce are not and should not be considered a punishment for guests instead please note that every tour company is a business and we must cover crew fees for bookings and cancellations.If WE cancel the charter based on, in climate weather, mechanical issues, or unsafe conditions, your deposit will remain active until redeemed and a re-booking or voucher will be issued ( with no expiration date) .
We are not responsible for poor planning nor are we responsible for missed or delayed flights nor traffic. IF WE must cancel a tour do to in climate weather a voucher will be issued. If you have to make a change to your reservation, Please note the following; Once we are within 4 Days our boat schedules are set, we have a 5 Day policy, you must notify us 5 days prior to your tour departure time including any cancellations, changes or edits made since the original booking, this policy extends to any bookings made within 5 Days of your departure time, any late arrivals missing the boat or required prep work. Any rebooking fee of $75.00 u.s. per each 6 guests in your party will apply.
We can not refund/issue rain checks nor reschedule late arrivals nor no shows for any reason you will be responsible for all monies owed/paid we can not make changes to the balance owed nor paid, Please allow for unexpected stops and traffic. You may cancel your booking with in 24 hours of making your reservation/booking with us however after 24 hours of making your reservation/booking we shall only offer a rain check and not a refund provided our policy is followed. We do suggest to our guest to purchase trip insurance from your reservation agent, your agent can offer you further details.IF WE must cancel a tour a voucher shall be issued for a return trip.
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