The 'OG' Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide/Photographer

4.9 (2,679 Viator reviews) 3 hrs Crystal River area

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About this activity

Join River Venture’s 5-star crew and dive into the ‘OG’ swim with manatee experience with our HD photographer. Our full service, one-stop shop can guarantee manatees and more!

The ‘OG’ of Swim with Manatee:

Dive into the world of manatees with the largest and most experienced center in Crystal River and Homosassa – since 2004!

Manatee Guarantee Optional Upgrade($):

No manatees? No worries, we’ll refund you.

Tour options for any budget:

Save money or splurge, we have a tour for you.

Manatees, Dolphins & Airboats:

Combo-Tours, book for the manatee and stay with the dolphins

Over 5000 5-star reviews online!

Need we say more? 

Your A-Team:

Expert guides, pirate captains, underwater photographers and booking wizards

Eco-Edutainment: In-classroom presentation. Learn from our passionate guides.

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • In-water Guide & Photographer
  • Hot Cocoa
  • USCG Master Captain
  • Mask, Snorkel & Full-length Wetsuit
  • Introductory/instructional video offered in English, French, German, Japanese, or Spanish

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Photo Package
  • Towel and swimsuit

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

River Ventures Manatee Tour and Education Center. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your tour time.

End point: River Ventures Manatee Tour and Education Center. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your tour time.

Good to know

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Adult pricing applies to all travelers
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Wetsuits are available in all sizes from toddlers (2 years old and up) to adults up to 5X
  • It is advised that you have your swimsuit on underneath your clothes for a quicker check-in
  • Please bring a towel and warm clothes to change into after your tour.
  • Children under 3 years old are not allowed on this tour. Please call for other options.

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

4.9/5

2,679 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor

  • 5 star2,535
  • 4 star84
  • 3 star35
  • 2 star13
  • 1 star12

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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).