Crystal River Manatee Viewing Cruise

4.9 (1,237 Viator reviews) 1 hr 30 min Crystal River area

Crystal River Manatee Viewing Cruise
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About this activity

This tour is the perfect way to stay dry and view the wild manatees of the Kings Bay Wildlife Refuge.

Hop aboard our US Coast Guard certified vessel where you will join your Master Captain to embark on a journey into the Kings Bay refuge waters. On this tour, you and the group will join us for one of the most memorable experiences of a lifetime!

During this trip we will search for our world famous wild manatees that give Crystal River the title of "The Manatee Capital of the World." There is also a chance to see many other species of birds, turtles, and even a dolphin every now and then so be on the lookout for the impressive variety of wildlife that calls the refuge "home".

What to Bring

Polarized Sunglasses

Important Information

We will be meeting at the address below, and please arrive twenty minuets prior to your scheduled tour time.

Explorida Adventure Center

545 North Citrus Ave

Crystal River, FL 34428

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1 · 15 min

    Not suitable for children under the age of three unless booked on a private tour. To ensure safety compliance with the Coast Guard we require advanced notice for any service animals.

What's included

  • Bottled Water
  • USCG Licensed Captain

Not included

  • Gratuities

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Explorida Adventure Center - 545 North Citrus Ave, Crystal River FL 34428 We kindly ask guests to arrive at least twenty minutes prior to the start of your scheduled tour time. We will be leaving our location five minutes before your scheduled tour time.

End point: Explorida Adventure Center - 545 North Citrus Ave, Crystal River FL 34428 We kindly ask guests to arrive at least twenty minutes prior to the start of your scheduled tour time. We will be leaving our location five minutes before your scheduled tour time.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You will meet at our gift shop, where your tour driver will shuttle you to the Marina
  • Children Under The Age Of 3 Are Only Permitted On Private Tours
  • This is a wildlife encounter, and due to the unpredictability of Mother Nature, conditions vary daily. If you have any questions, feel free to call
  • In order to maintain operational efficiency, we require a minimum of three guests per boat to operate. Guests may purchase additional tickets if the capacity is not met, which will be reimbursed if another group joins.
  • Trip Advisor is a third party booking system designed to reserve tours with Explorida Adventure Center. Visit our website for more information and to connect with Explorida directly.
  • This activity is not accessible for guests with mobility limitations
  • To ensure safety compliance with the Coast Guard we require advanced notice for service animals

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.9/5

1,237 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor

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Distances are straight-line from the activity's center of Crystal River (Viator lists this tour under Crystal River; it has no meeting-point coordinates).