Experience unforgettable, eco-friendly manatee encounters in Crystal River, Florida with Go Local Manatee Tours. Join our small, responsible tour groups for a relaxing and educational experience.
Experience unforgettable, eco-friendly manatee encounters in Crystal River, Florida with Go Local Manatee Tours. Join our small, responsible tour groups for a relaxing and educational experience.
- 1 SW 1st Pl - Join our 3-hour semi-private swim with the manatees tour, where we host a maximum of 6 guests to ensure a personal and informative adventure. Departing from Pete’s Pier Marina in the heart of Kings Bay, guests will explore the 600-acre bay where manatees reside. Once located, guests can snorkel alongside these gentle creatures,…
- 1 SW 1st Pl - Join our 3-hour semi-private swim with the manatees tour, where we host a maximum of 6 guests to ensure a personal and informative adventure. Departing from Pete’s Pier Marina in the heart of Kings Bay, guests will explore the 600-acre bay where manatees reside. Once located, guests can snorkel alongside these gentle creatures, guided by our experienced team who remain in the water throughout, capturing photos and short videos. All images and video clips from your excursion are included at no extra charge.
Please note: This is a genuine wildlife experience, and conditions cannot be guaranteed. Large winter gatherings occur during strong cold fronts, as manatees seek the springs where water is usually clearer. During warmer periods (with temperatures in the 70s for several days), manatees may feed on the grass flats where visibility can range from 1–6 feet. A resident population is present year-round, so sightings are possible even outside peak winter conditions.
Cold fronts, rather than the calendar, draw large numbers to the springs. Clear water photos online do not represent daily conditions. We offer an authentic, respectful wildlife experience that is true to nature.

- Wetsuits
- Bottled water
- Photo and video package
- Defog
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Wetsuits
- Bottled water
- Photo and video package
- Defog
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Gratuities
- Parking (Pete’s pier charges a 10 dollar parking fee)
- towels
- Gratuities
- Parking (Pete’s pier charges a 10 dollar parking fee)
- towels
Go Local Manatee Tours provides unforgettable, intimate manatee experiences in Crystal River, Florida. Their daily semi-private tours, accommodating up to six passengers, focus on responsible tourism to minimize the impact on manatees and their habitats. As the sole tour company in Crystal River owned and operated by locals, they offer unmatched…
Go Local Manatee Tours provides unforgettable, intimate manatee experiences in Crystal River, Florida. Their daily semi-private tours, accommodating up to six passengers, focus on responsible tourism to minimize the impact on manatees and their habitats. As the sole tour company in Crystal River owned and operated by locals, they offer unmatched knowledge and passion for the area, ensuring guests have an authentic and enriching experience. Being owner-operated means they are personally committed to each tour, delivering a high level of personalized service and education, while maintaining a balance between tourism and conservation in their hometown. Additionally, they proudly offer complimentary photo packages, allowing guests to preserve their memories at no extra cost. This unique blend of local expertise, personal commitment, and added value makes their tours truly exceptional.
- No professional cameras or photographers with out prior consent from operator.
- Not recommended for travelers who are not comfortable at least floating in the water
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.