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Plantation's Kings Bay Scenic Cruise
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Plantation's Kings Bay Scenic Cruise

The one-hour scenic cruise departs daily. This beautiful boat ride explores Kings Bay, Florida. A great way to get out on the Crystal River National...

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Crystal River Manatee Viewing Cruise
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Crystal River Manatee Viewing Cruise

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...

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Most Popular 3hr Manatee Swim Tour + In-Water Guide!
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Most Popular 3hr Manatee Swim Tour + In-Water Guide!

Since 1995, Fun 2 Dive has guided tens of thousands of visitors from all over the world on this most special experience. We are one...

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See Crystal River - Mantee & Wildlife Viewing Cruise
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See Crystal River - Mantee & Wildlife Viewing Cruise

Embark on a captivating narrated wildlife boat tour that promises adventure, education, and unforgettable viewing of King's Bay wildlife. As you step aboard, you'll be...

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

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...

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Crystal River Clear Kayak Tour: Three Sisters Springs & Manatees
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Crystal River Clear Kayak Tour: Three Sisters Springs & Manatees

Discover Florida's springs with the original clear kayak tour company in Crystal River, running since 2018. Small groups, expert local guides, and 100% clear kayaks....

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Manatee Swim Tour with In Water Photographer
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Manatee Swim Tour with In Water Photographer

Our Manatee Swim tour at Explorida was Voted Cool Destinationss 2022 "Top Ten Bucket List Experience in THE WORLD!" Swimming with the manatees is a...

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All-Inclusive Small Group Manatee Swim with Free Photos
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All-Inclusive Small Group Manatee Swim with Free Photos

Our owner-operated tours specialize in small group family-oriented excursions!! All necessary gear is included for your convenience! Enjoy your manatee snorkeling experience and receive FREE...

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Manatee Snorkel Small Group Tour
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Manatee Snorkel Small Group Tour

An experience of a lifetime awaits you on this exciting 3 hour snorkeling tour to Swim with Manatees in their natural habitat. Located just 1.5 hours...

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Clear Kayak Three Sisters Springs & Manatee Tour Of Crystal River
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Clear Kayak Three Sisters Springs & Manatee Tour Of Crystal River

Join us on a guided eco-tour of Three Sisters Springs on ALL clear kayaks! Throughout the expedition, you will have the opportunity to view the...

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3 Hour Small Group All Inclusive Manatee Swim with free Photo pkg
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3 Hour Small Group All Inclusive Manatee Swim with free Photo pkg

Go Local Manatee Tours offers unforgettable, up-close, and personal manatee encounters in Crystal River, Florida. Our daily small 6-passenger semi-private tours prioritize responsible tourism and...

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King's Bay Sunset Cruise
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King's Bay Sunset Cruise

Experience the magic of Kings Bay with our unique Sunset Cruise! Departing from our private docks at the Paddletail Waterfront Lodge, you'll first join our...

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Morning Swim and Snorkel with Manatees-Guided Crystal River Tour
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Morning Swim and Snorkel with Manatees-Guided Crystal River Tour

Mother approved with no age limit. American Pro Diving Center helps visitors and locals explore the clear, teeming waters of Florida with year-round manatee tour...

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Crystal River: Three Sisters Manatee Clear Kayak Tour Free Photos
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Crystal River: Three Sisters Manatee Clear Kayak Tour Free Photos

Discover the most unforgettable way to experience Crystal River’s iconic Three Sisters Springs. This small-group clear kayak adventure adapts with the seasons, from peak manatee...

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Kings Bay Eco Tours
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Kings Bay Eco Tours

We are a locally owned business. I am the owner and operator, I possess extensive expertise in leading tours on Kings Bay, gained from years...

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Chassahowitzka River Clear Kayak Springs & Manatee Tours
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Chassahowitzka River Clear Kayak Springs & Manatee Tours

The Chassahowitzka River — locals call it "The Chaz" — is what you get when you drive past all the crowded springs and keep going....

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Classic Crystal River Manatee Swim Tour with Free Photos
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Classic Crystal River Manatee Swim Tour with Free Photos

This amazing snorkeling experience is only available in Crystal River, Florida! This is the only Coast Guard-certified vessel that includes free photos at the end...

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Kings Bay Manatee Watching Cruise
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Kings Bay Manatee Watching Cruise

Explore the heart of manatee country right here in Crystal River—all while staying warm, dry, and comfortable aboard our exceptional tour boat. This covered vessel...

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Crystal River Boat and Nature Tour
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Crystal River Boat and Nature Tour

Our tours stand out as a unique experience in Crystal River. Aboard the 24-passenger vessel, Monroe, our knowledgeable naturalists provide engaging narrations about the park’s...

1 hour 15 minutes • Free Cancellation
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Small Group 6 Passenger Manatee Swim
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Small Group 6 Passenger Manatee Swim

As the leaders in the industry we feel it is our duty to have all our activities conducted by professionals. Our Manatee snorkel tours are...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
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Man at ease
New York City
Crystal River Manatee Viewing Cruise
U2007XRjeffg, Sep 2026
Man at ease
Really enjoyed the experience, and the cost of the 1.5 hours trip! (Great value) GQ the Captain for the day was very informative and made the day very enjoyable! And we managed to see four Manatees. Maybe GQ can loan out his superman vision! All the staff at the centre really stood out, and made us really appreciate the experience.
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Crystal Clear
New York City
Crystal River Clear Kayak Tour: Three Sisters Springs & Manatees
144tawnyam, Sep 2026
Crystal Clear
We had a great time! Very peaceful! Loved the clear water. It is not manatee season but we still saw one! We also saw a dolphin.
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Amazing
New York City
Most Popular 3hr Manatee Swim Tour + In-Water Guide!
161brennenl, Sep 2026
Amazing
Eli was such a great guide. Got to see some manatees and got to see the springs. Captain and guide were both well versed in the area and knowledge. Would highly recommend. Worth the drive from Orlando if you’re doing Disney. We were lucky to have the tour to just my wife and I and was able to observe the manatees for a long time without others. So that seemed pretty special. My wife loved the tour. Definitely a core memory for us and would do again if we come back.
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A Life Changing Experience!!!
New York City
Most Popular 3hr Manatee Swim Tour + In-Water Guide!
Q5779AZrachelr, Sep 2026
A Life Changing Experience!!!
I am sad that I could only pick five stars because I would give them 100 stars. Shannon our guide and captain Alex from Fun 2 diveare absolutely the top of a scale if there is a scale. Their knowledge is top-of-the-line. My daughter and I had the most amazing time we swim with manatee got to see three sisters springs. Definitely something that I am checking off of my bucket list but I will be going back and requesting the same captain and the same guide!!!
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Wonderful experience with...
New York City
3 Hour Small Group All Inclusive Manatee Swim with free Photo pkg
Ronan_K, Sep 2026
Wonderful experience with...
Wonderful experience with guides who were versed in appreciation and respect for the beautiful Crystal River area and the wildlife that inhabits it. Tommy and Jessica were professional, kind, and extremely knowledgeable. We truly appreciated their humor and determination to see as much a s possible. This was one of the best tours I’ve been on in a while. It’s nice to see locals sharing their love for their local community with others. Genuine, incredible experience.
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Crystal River Clear Kayak Tour
New York City
Crystal River Clear Kayak Tour: Three Sisters Springs & Manatees
B8059DVsb, Aug 2026
Crystal River Clear Kayak Tour
Had an amazing kayaking trip to the Three Sisters Springs. Our guide Crosby, was very knowledgeable and friendly. I would highly recommend this trip as well as the guide.
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I’m so happy I chose this tour group!!!!
New York City
3 Hour Small Group All Inclusive Manatee Swim with free Photo pkg
Meredith_C, Aug 2026
I’m so happy I chose this tour group!!!!
It was an absolutely incredible experience. We were fortunate enough to be the only two on our tour. The owner of the business was our captain and we had a diver with us as well. They made the experience so personal and enjoyable. We were able to follow a female manatee around and as we were headed in we spotted a momma and her baby. We got back in the water and were able to see the baby up close. It was an incredible, memorable experience. Thank you so much!
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New York City
Plantation’s Kings Bay Scenic Cruise
Julie_K, Aug 2026
Tour
It was a good and relaxing time, Captain Sandy was very informative and knowledgeable about the area.
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SUPER COOL EXPERIENCE
New York City
Crystal River Manatee Viewing Cruise
jerisk, Aug 2026
SUPER COOL EXPERIENCE
This was one of the coolest things we have ever done! We swam with a very large manatee and scalloped. It was go fun! We are a group of 60 year YOUNG women and enjoyed every minute. Topher was our guide and Walter was our captain. Both were very patient and accommodating to us all. The company Explorida was top notch!
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New York City
90-Minute Guided Eco Airboat Tour in Homosassa
Gene_H, Aug 2026
Go
Enjoyed the ride and the information on the area and creatures! Would highly recommend to everyone!!
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Best guid and Tour
New York City
All-Inclusive Small Group Manatee Swim with Free Photos
wharleyb2026, Aug 2026
Best guid and Tour
GUIDE: Crystal Lynn Absolutely the best guide and tour for my birthday and the first time snorkeler that accompanied me. We both had a great and unforgettable time. 10 out of 10 will do it again.
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Amazing
New York City
All-Inclusive Small Group Manatee Swim with Free Photos
Flyer65881265441, Aug 2026
Amazing
Crystalyyn was an incredible guide with a lot of knowledge and was very energetic and gave us an amazing experience. We got to see about 5 different manatees even though its not the peak season.
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Bucket list adventure
New York City
Classic Crystal River Manatee Swim Tour with Free Photos
O5555WKkimberlyd, Aug 2026
Bucket list adventure
Crystal Lynn and Jake were awesome! We had the best time. Truly the most amazing and kindest people ever. We learned so much about the manatees and what an incredible experience to swim next to these beautiful creatures. It’s a must do experience!!
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Swimming with manatees under good supervision.
New York City
Classic Crystal River Manatee Swim Tour with Free Photos
edwins789, Aug 2026
Swimming with manatees under good supervision.
Went early in the morning, friendly reception by Crystallynn. Received clear instructions and then went with our guide Crystallynn by bus to the boat (approx. 5 min). Jake (the captain) was already waiting for us at the boat. After a few minutes of sailing, the first manta rays were spotted and immediately went into the water. How long have we been swimming in the water with manta rays? The guide and captain were very friendly and answered all our questions. Masks clean and new, boat also fine and guidance excellent. Besides manatees (see photos) also an otter, turtles and many fish seen. Received beautiful photos as a lasting memory.
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Great airboat ride! Our...
New York City
90-Minute Guided Eco Airboat Tour in Homosassa
Rhonda_S, Aug 2026
Great airboat ride! Our...
Great airboat ride! Our captain gave us some history of the area, information about different birds and the geography.
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Super time fantastic people
New York City
The ‘OG’ Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide/Photographer
Anita_K, Aug 2026
Super time fantastic people
We were very happy—we saw manatees, even though it was a bit of a challenge, but it was a great time.
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