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Beautiful springs in winter.
Crystal River Manatee Swim
Exclusive Small Group VIP Heated Manatee Snorkel Tour
Manatee Central
Perfect for the whole family!

Exclusive Small Group VIP Heated Manatee Snorkel Tour

By River Ventures
9.8 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$156 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

We will let you in on a secret! You can get the high-end experience, with an affordable price tag! Our new heated (during winter), luxury pontoon aims to amp up the manatee sighting and deliver a more personal event! Observe the endangered West Indian Manatee in Crystal River’s idyllic Kings Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Your US Coast Guard licensed captains and guides will take you into the 600 acre spring fed refuge waters for viewing and snorkelling with these slow moving wild giants. All equipment, fees, snacks and drinks are included.

Activity location

  • River Ventures
    • 498 SE Kings Bay Dr,
    • 34429-4718, Crystal River, Florida, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • River Ventures
    • 498 Southeast Kings Bay Drive
    • 34429, Crystal River, Florida, United States

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VIP Swim w/ Manatee Tour
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h3h
  • English

Crystal River Small Group VIP : VIP Swim with manatee tour. 3 hour, heated, small group swim with manatee tour!

Language options: English
Price details
AU$155.73 x 2 AdultsAU$311.46
Total
Price is AU$311.46
Guaranteed VIP Manatee Swim
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h3h
  • English

Including a Manatee Guarantee: VIP Swim with manatee tour. Eliminate the risk of not encountering a manatee. No manatees? We'll fully refund you!

Language options: English
Price details
AU$163.41 x 1 AdultAU$163.41
Total
Price is AU$163.41

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedUse of equipment (mask, snorkel gear and wet suit)
  • What's includedWhat's includedIntroductory/instructional video offered in English, French, German, Japanese, or Spanish
  • What's includedWhat's includedDrinks (bottled water, coffee, hot chocolate, tea and adult)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks (unless otherwise specified)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPhoto DVD (available to purchase)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTowel and swimming costume

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Adult pricing applies to all travellers
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Wetsuits are available in sizes from toddlers (2 years old and up) to adults up to 5X
  • It is advised that you have your swimming costume on underneath your clothes for a quicker check-in
  • Please bring a towel and a plastic bag to hold your belongings
  • Children Under 3 years old are not allowed on this tour. Please call for other options.
  • Post COVID-19 Policy- We are mindful to thoroughly clean water vehicles between visitors.

Activity itinerary

River Ventures
Embark on your journey with a Coast Guard Certified Master Captain who will be your in water chaperon, educator and photographer. Your tour will run four hours from start to finish and everything you will need is included for one price. You will begin at our full-service tour facility, where you will be educated about the animals in a classroom type setting and receive tips for your snorkel tour to make the most of your day. You will be taught the in’s and out’s of ‘passive interaction’ as this ensures that the animals enjoy the experience as much as we do! You will then be suited up and transported to the dock, where a Coast Guard certified covered pontoon will be waiting for you. This rich estuary will amaze…..birds, fish and wildlife abound! Submerge yourself in the manatee’s world! Finish your adventure by viewing your Captain’s photos back at our facility and be sure to visit our one-of-a-kind gift shop! Our well-informed staff will direct to other local attractions, restaurants and answer of your questions before you are on your way.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESRiver Ventures
    • 498 SE Kings Bay Dr,
    • 34429-4718, Crystal River, Florida, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLERiver Ventures
    • 498 Southeast Kings Bay Drive
    • 34429, Crystal River, Florida, United States

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