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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Z5704qecw
Apr 29, 2025
Best trip in Florida - Captain GQ absolutely amazing. He was extremely funny and knowledgeable and made the whole experience. He even waited after running late driving over an hr away. You will want to throw all your money at a ticket for this experience my niece and I had an amazing time! Thanks GQ!
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Janetpb2984uq
Apr 29, 2025
Leisurely outdoor outing - Had a wonderful time showing my visiting mother what a beautiful area this is. Our guide was enjoyable, knowledgeable, and engaging. The boat was clean and comfortable, with no bad views. End of April is not optimal for manatee viewing but we were led to several areas where we could enjoy them coming up for air. It was a wonderful, leisurely trip - not too short, not too long. I recommend it, though earlier is better than later if it's a hot day.
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Katiebn2216go
Apr 27, 2025
Great adventure! - We had an awesome time. Our guide did a great job sighting manatees and other wildlife! We saw many mom’s and babies. Best tour!
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A7422ktconnieh
Apr 26, 2025
The tour and guide were way above my hopes. - The operator was the best part. He knew the area and details about the manatee that was so interesting. It was a wonderful time and a beautiful place. His boat was the best as far as I compared. Looking forward to returning with friends and family
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L_r
Apr 26, 2025
Great manatee boat tour - Tour was great! Gavin, our captain, was super knowledgeable and fun. We were able to see several manatees and other wildlife while enjoying the beautiful scenery of Crystal River in his comfortable boat. Our family really enjoyed the tour!
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312michealp
Apr 25, 2025
This trip is well worth the time and expense. - The area is a great area to explore with a knowledgeable guide. Our guide was right about finding many manatees. It gave us lots of information about other animals living in this habitat. We really enjoyed our trip around the area. Thanks, Bob, for being such a good guide.
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Chris_m
Apr 25, 2025
Best boat tour ever!! - Our guide was terrific. He was super friendly and very knowledgeable. Was happy to answer all our questions. We got to see several manatees including a baby. It was great!!! Highly recommend this company.
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891zuzanav
Apr 22, 2025
Educational Crystal River Wildlife Experience - Beautiful morning boat tour on Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge. Our group got to see several manatees, nesting osprey and even school of dolphins! Caption was very informative and told us lots of information about the manatee life in the area. Definitely recommend for a family with young kids and whoever would like to see and learn about the Crystal River wildlife.
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Virginia_w
Apr 20, 2025
Extraordinary - We all had a fabulous time. Our captain, guide was very knowledgeable and quite funny. John was amazing.
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Greg_f
Apr 20, 2025
Manatee tour - Great time. Cruised around the Bay. Seen a few manatees. Guide was great. Very funny. Had a Great time.
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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).