

by Nature's Discovery - Manatee Swim Tours
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Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$153.90This three-hour snorkeling tour takes place in Crystal River, Florida, and offers close encounters with Florida Manatees in small groups. The tour operates year-round, with the main manatee season from November 15 to March 31. The tour uses the only Coast Guard-certified vessel in the area and includes in-water guides who assist guests during the swim. Snorkeling equipment and wetsuits are provided at no extra charge, with wetsuit sizes ranging from child size 2 to adult 6x. Bottled water is included. Admission to Pete's Pier is covered as part of the tour. Free parking is also provided. The vessel accommodates up to 12 participants. Guests must be able to use a boat ladder to enter and exit the water. Children aged 3 and older pay the same price as adults. Children under 3 require booking a private tour, with pricing available by contacting the operator. The tour includes free underwater photos taken during the swim, which are provided to guests at the end of the tour.
Avoid the hidden fees and book with this family owned-and-operated snorkeling adventure of a lifetime! We provide everything from the gear you'll use, parking and even free photos at the end! Up to 12 may join in on this epic excursion throughout the King's Bay Manatee Refuge. Hop aboard The Manatee Duchess and search for the incredible manatees that call our area home. Learn more about our town and wildlife during your search for manatees as your in-water guide and captain educate and instruct guests on how to conduct ourselves in the water. Manatees vary in numbers throughout the year, so sometimes it takes five minutes and sometimes over an hour to find one in our 600-acre bay. When we have found a manatee, swim alongside the graceful and impressive manatees while your in-water guide takes photos and assists guests who need any help. Guests will snorkel in a calm and quiet manner, assisted in floating by the wetsuits and swim noodles provided with your tour. Reminder: this is a natural experience and, while we are able to find manatees year-round, conditions vary day-to-day. If you have any questions about conditions or the experience feel free to contact us.
180 min
Meet at our shop 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time to get checked in and suited up with wetsuits!
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Meet at our shop 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time to get checked in and suited up with wetsuits!