Manatee Viewing Cruise: Explore Kings Bay Wildlife Refuge

Embark on a Manatee Viewing Cruise in Crystal River, FL to explore the Kings Bay Wildlife Refuge. Spot wild manatees, birds, turtles, and dolphins on this unforgettable journey!

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Pete’s Pier - Only children under 3 years old and pets/service animals are allowed on private tours.

Pete’s Pier is the marina where guests will meet their captain to board the boat.

What's Included
  • USCG Licensed Captain
  • Bottled Water
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Parking Fees $10
Additional Information

This tour offers an ideal opportunity to stay dry while observing the wild manatees at the Kings Bay Wildlife Refuge.
Climb aboard our US Coast Guard certified vessel and join your Master Captain for an unforgettable journey through the waters of the Kings Bay refuge. This tour promises to be one of the most memorable experiences of a lifetime for you…

Location
Pete's Pier Marina
Southwest 1st Place
Pete's Pier Marina, Crystal River, Florida 34429 Your tour will be departing exactly at the scheduled reservation time chosen. If you arrive early, please wait patiently for our captain to return from their pervious tour. No child under the age of three are allowed on public tours.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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748marthab
Jul 13, 2025
Exflorida Manatee Tours - Capt. GQ was fantastic! He found some manatees and explained some history about Crystal River and its wildlife. Even in the off-season for manatees, Capt. GQ made this trip for our granddaughter, so memorable. Thank you! Easy booking, easy directions, great staff and worth it. Highly recommend EXFLORIDA Tours.
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Don_r
Jul 12, 2025
Excellent time and would highly recommend - The guide was knowledgeable and made sure we found manatees to view. It was a great relaxing experience.
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Michelle_m
Jul 12, 2025
Great time - Spend the extra money and swim with them, if you’re not afraid of water. Our captain was lovely and very informative. One suggestion would be: add a tip bucket.
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Stephaniedq8947sw
Jul 9, 2025
Fun River Tour - Fun experience. Our guide Chris shared some valuable info about the area, manatees and other wildlife. We even saw a few manatees. Would highly recommend going on this river cruise!
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Trish_m
Jul 4, 2025
Highly recommend!! - When you first get there at Pete's, you park and pay for parking. We found our Captain Gavin! He was wearing all green for Explorida! Gavin was very knowledgeable, funny and pleasant! The blue building is a great place to buy souvenirs! Great and friendly place! Highly recommend for the whole family!
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L1747sremmanuelm
Jul 4, 2025
Trip in a nut shell - Great trip filled with fun humor, wonderful sites, and local stories. Captain GQ made the effort to ensure we all had an experience we wouldn’t forget.
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Steven_i
Jul 4, 2025
Great Experience - Our guide was friendly, accommodating and funny Told us a lot about the area and the wildlife that inhabits it
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Becky_b
Jul 4, 2025
Amazing adventure - Our guide was the best very knowledgeable and great personality would absolutely be back to do again!!
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Darlene_l
Jun 28, 2025
Great experience! - Had a great time! Captain Kelly was awesome and super informative! Saw quite a few manatees! Thanks!
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Frequentflyers1948
Jun 30, 2025
Maybe next time - Unfortunately, our manatee encounter was canceled due to the weather. We were really looking forward to it. We'll try again on our next trip to Florida.
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From $39
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).