Crystal River Manatee Swim – 3 Hours, Maximum 6 Guests

4.7(244)3 hFree cancellationBy Sea Daddys Adventures and Dive Center

About this activity

Swim with manatees in Crystal River on a small-group tour with a maximum of 6 guests per boat. Your 3-hour experience includes snorkel gear, a sanitized wetsuit, shuttle to the marina, time on Kings Bay, and admission to our on-site aquarium. Our local captain and crew focus on respectful, passive manatee observation in the wild.

Because manatees are wild animals, every tour is different. Sightings, interactions, water clarity, and spring access can vary by day, season, weather, tides, and wildlife behavior. Our crew will take you to the best available areas of Kings Bay and help you enjoy the experience responsibly.

After your tour, visit our on-site aquarium, included with your ticket. Our aquarium focuses on Florida’s native and invasive aquatic species, making this more than a boat trip — it’s a deeper look at the waters, wildlife, and ecosystem that make Crystal River special.

What's included

✓Sanitized Wetsuit, pool noodle, mask and snorkel
✓In-water guide for bookings of 5–6 guests
✓Admission to our on-site aquarium
✓Free parking, shuttle to marina, hot rinse shower and private changing rooms after the tour
✓Bottled water and individual snack on board

Not included

✕Gratuities
✕Swimsuit/swim clothes and towel
✕Advance photo package

Meeting and pickup

Check in at the SeaDaddy’s front desk inside Kings Bay Plaza at 308 SE US Hwy 19, Crystal River. We are located between Seafood Seller and Little Caesars Pizza, and the plaza can also be entered from Kings Bay Drive. Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled start time for check-in

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Guests who enter the water must be able to climb a 4-step boat ladder.
Service animals are welcome. Please contact us before booking so we can discuss boat space, safety, and water-entry logistics. Pets are not permitted on shared tours.
Snorkeling is not recommended for guests with recent surgeries or limited mobility.

Cancellation policy

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

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