Manatee Snorkel Tour: Swim with Florida's Sea Cows

Join our Manatee Snorkel Tour in Crystal River, Florida, and swim with the gentle giants of the sea. Book now for an unforgettable experience!

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 821 SE US Hwy 19 - Start your manatee tour at the most interesting place in the world, American Pro Diving Center in Crystal River, Florida. Arrive just minutes before your reserved tour time where you will find one of the finest five star PADI dive and snorkel facilities. Our friendly staff guides you and your family thru check in, gear up and a…
What's Included
  • Use of equipment including mask, fins, snorkel gear, and wet suit.
  • Complimentary beverages, featuring hot chocolate in the winter.
  • Professional in-water guide for your safety and enjoyment.
  • Tour led by a US Coast Guard certified captain.
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks.
  • Flash drive (available to purchase)
  • Five dollar marina parking fee.
  • Towel and swimsuit.
Additional Information

Save your money and have a splash with Florida’s indigenous marine mammals.
At American Pro Diving Center, we offer locals and tourists the opportunity to explore Florida’s crystal clear waters teeming with life through our nonstop manatee tours. This adventure is designed for both swimmers and sightseers, with all necessary gear provided. During our…

Location
821 SE US Hwy 19
Southeast US Highway 19
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Melinda_g
Mar 4, 2026
Family favorite ... we will be back again. - Staff was great with the kids ages 4,11 and 13. The 4 year old doesn't swim yet and staff too extra time to make sure that she was comfortable and safe. Everyone said that this was the favorite activity we did in Florida and that says alot.
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Msabare
Mar 4, 2026
Wonderful bucket list adventure - It was SO MUCH FUN!!! Our guide and captain are very knowledgeable. The wet suits are clean and dry. The boat was clean and well maintained. We were fortunate to see several Manatees including a few mother and babies. One of them came within inches of me. I could have moved my hand just a bit and touched it. Wonderful pics and videos. Getting out of the wetsuit was an experience! 🤣 The only possible negative was my own fault. If u are prone to motion sickness, take some dramamine before u go. I had to stop my adventure early because u MUST float. Feet on the bottom is a no no. I got really sick. My own fault. I forgot I tend to get queezy in the water. It was still well worth the money. Bucket list item for sure.
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Journey44043615582
Mar 3, 2026
Great experience. - Bree and Taylor were brilliant guide and captain. Lots of fun and made every effort to make sure we saw manatees even though the timing was unfortunate as they had mainly left the river for the gulf as it warmed. We did manage to see a manatee up close though which was amazing.
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Joanna_p
Mar 3, 2026
It was awsome! Great... - It was awsome! Great manatee viewing and swimming . Water is beautiful as well and staff is friendly and knows what they are doing
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Darren_h
Feb 27, 2026
Great experience - Had a great experience with Bri and Ryan what great guides. Good value for money and plenty of time in the water. Highly recommended
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Kathleen_b
Feb 27, 2026
Gentle giants galore. - Dani and Mike took us straight to Kings Bay, which had so many manatee to see. Their expertise and kindness along with their knowledge of the gentle giants made this adventure fantastic.
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306scottv
Feb 25, 2026
Manatee trip of a lifetime - Bri and Captain Mike were great! They got us up and in early. The temperature outside was have all three of our visitor center things between 40° but that’s exactly what we wanted because it drove the manatees in. So we got into the spring early and we’re there. As the manatees came into the spring, it was amazing. They were all over the place.. our guide Bri, made sure that we were comfortable and told us all about the area. Highly recommend American Pro diving center in Crystal River, my daughters have been forever, changed by the manatees! Thanks, Bri and Captain Mike.
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Hollygn407ew
Feb 23, 2026
Exceptional Service! - Great experience with a wonderful crew! Captain Mike and our guide Brea were super nice and very helpful. As someone who is frightened of water (but wanted to swim with the manatees) I needed help! Haha. Such a great group - We plan of diving for scallops in the summer!
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Jamesgg7255st
Feb 21, 2026
A Great Day - Wonderful experience, they went above and beyond.
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Lorrianne_d
Feb 21, 2026
Wonderful Manatee experience - Captain Tyler and Jake did a great job. They made sure everyone had an opportunity to see manatees. They gave an upcclose experience with the manatees and made everyone enjoy themselves and have a wonderful time. The hot chocolate at the end was a great finishing touch.
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From $65
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).