



by Plantation Adventure Center
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$50This one-hour boat cruise departs daily from the Plantation Adventure Center in Crystal River. The fully covered boat travels through Kings Bay within the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, offering views of local wildlife while keeping passengers dry. A professional guide narrates the trip, pointing out features of the area and any animals spotted. Manatees may be seen during the cruise, though sightings cannot be guaranteed as they are wild animals that move freely. Other common wildlife includes dolphins, otters, turtles, various birds, and fish. The boat’s cover provides protection from sun and rain throughout the tour. This dry scenic cruise provides a comfortable way to observe the natural environment of Kings Bay without entering the water.
Plantation Adventure Center
This one-hour scenic cruise departs from the Plantation Adventure Center. The boat moves through Kings Bay looking for wildlife while the captain identifies points of interest. Manatees can sometimes be seen but are not guaranteed as they are wild animals. The boat is fully covered to protect passengers from sun and rain. Other animals that may appear include dolphins, otters, turtles, birds, and fish. Each cruise offers a unique viewing experience.
60 min
Plantation Adventure Center located on property at the Plantation on Crystal Rive
End point
Plantation Adventure Center located on property at the Plantation on Crystal Rive




by Plantation Adventure Center
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$50This one-hour boat cruise departs daily from the Plantation Adventure Center in Crystal River. The fully covered boat travels through Kings Bay within the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, offering views of local wildlife while keeping passengers dry. A professional guide narrates the trip, pointing out features of the area and any animals spotted. Manatees may be seen during the cruise, though sightings cannot be guaranteed as they are wild animals that move freely. Other common wildlife includes dolphins, otters, turtles, various birds, and fish. The boat’s cover provides protection from sun and rain throughout the tour. This dry scenic cruise provides a comfortable way to observe the natural environment of Kings Bay without entering the water.
Plantation Adventure Center
This one-hour scenic cruise departs from the Plantation Adventure Center. The boat moves through Kings Bay looking for wildlife while the captain identifies points of interest. Manatees can sometimes be seen but are not guaranteed as they are wild animals. The boat is fully covered to protect passengers from sun and rain. Other animals that may appear include dolphins, otters, turtles, birds, and fish. Each cruise offers a unique viewing experience.
60 min
Plantation Adventure Center located on property at the Plantation on Crystal Rive
End point
Plantation Adventure Center located on property at the Plantation on Crystal Rive