King's Bay Sunset Cruise: Wildlife and Scenic Views

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Crystal River

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Join our King’s Bay Sunset Cruise to witness manatees, dolphins, and stunning sunsets over Crystal River Marsh. Experience nature’s beauty up close.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - Delight in a serene Kings Bay Sunset Cruise, departing from the private docks at the Paddletail Waterfront Lodge. Guests are invited to gather in the lobby 15 minutes prior to the tour’s start. The Captain will guide a one-hour exploration in search of manatees and local wildlife, offering fascinating…

What's Included

Coast Guard Safety Equipment

Additional Information

Discover the enchantment of Kings Bay on our exclusive Sunset Cruise! Departing from the private docks at Paddletail Waterfront Lodge, guests will embark on an hour-long journey with our knowledgeable local Captain, focusing on observing manatees and other remarkable wildlife while gaining insights into this unique ecosystem. As the golden hour nears,…

Location

525 NW 7th Ave

Northwest 7th Avenue

You will find us on the water at Paddletail Waterfront Lodge in a 2 story white building

Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings

4.9

(76 Ratings)

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Carla_b

Mar 17, 2026

Very much recommended - This sunset cruise departed at 6:30. It was cloudy and not the traditional sunset. However, we had a very informative Captain Glenn who had lots of stories to tell. I could have listened to him all night. He gave us some history of the Kings Bay area and told us about his gator hobbies. He found us manatees to view and we followed a dolphin who was creating havoc with the fish to get his dinner. The boat was full but we all had a nice time and still got some pretty sunet photos. I think this might have been the hubby's best part of our trip.

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Mia_g

Mar 16, 2026

Captain Glen Rocks! - Captain Glenn was kind, patient, and so knowledgeable about the area. He spotted a manatee for us and we saw a really nice sunset. It was one of the best guides we’ve ever had on a tour. He is a true gem!

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Timothy_l

Mar 11, 2026

Very pleasant and great for families as well. - Captain Phillip did a great job and was very knowledgeable about the area. Weather was great and we even saw some manatees.

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Mjmetzler

Mar 8, 2026

Sunset Cruise - The sunset cruise was very nice Capt. Glenn made it so much more about the sunset. Yes it was a great sunset, but he told about local history of Kings Bay and about Florida in general and they were not scripted he spoke from knowledge of the area. When we go back we will do this again and I hope he is the captain as he made us listen and watch nature, plus he spotted a water moccasin which is very creepy since we actually swam in that bay with the manatees. Great cruise relaxing

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Teresa_k

Mar 7, 2026

Captain Glenn was amazing! - Captain Glenn was amazing! He told many stories and spotted manatees during our sunset cruise :. He answered all questions and made us laugh.

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S7809crdianek

Mar 7, 2026

Sunset Cruise with John Penny Richard and Diane - Was a wonderful trip, Captain Glenn was a great guide, very informative, beautiful sunset!

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H2202ikleet

Mar 5, 2026

Amazing trip and experience! - The sunset cruise with Captain Phil was amazing. He had extremely good knowledge of the area, history and of the local wildlife. He was very funny, and made the cruise extra special. The area itself was beautiful, and we even managed to see gators, Manatees and various nests of birds up close. Would highly recommend anyone to do it.

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Sarahbg4237xn

Feb 26, 2026

Great laidback experience! - The sunset cruise was great! The captain was very knowledgeable and welcoming, and the cruise was not rushed at all. It was a nice way to get a sense for the bay as a whole and to be in the water during sunset. We had a little confusion about where to check in for the trip, but the staff and captain waited on us for the several minutes that we were delayed because of it. I would certainly recommend it!

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William_p

Feb 26, 2026

Fun sunset cruise. - Captain Philip was very entertaining and full of a wealth of knowledge. We got to see some manatees and a beautiful sunset. A very entertaining boat tour. It was a cooler day. So, I would recommend wearing pants and a sweatshirt on a cooler day. Especially with that wind that can be coming into the bay. For optimal manatee viewing, I’d recommend a morning or early afternoon boat tour. Simply due to the reflection of the sun on the bay and it getting darker makes the manatees a little harder to spot. However, my brother and I had a lot of fun. I also recommend arriving earlier because for a sunset cruise you’ll be hitting rush hour traffic in Inverness if you have to drive through there. So, definitely plan for that to add ten to fifteen minutes to you travel time.

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Conniez244

Feb 17, 2026

Paddle tail sunset - Great experience! Saw manatees and a beautiful sunset! Paddle tail staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. Can’t wait to go again!

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From $39

up to 15 guests

1 - Adult