Top Crystal River Travel & Transportation Services

At Manatees in Paradise, we are a small, family-owned company with a passion for wildlife & the environment! Founded in 2005 by manatee rescue volunteers focused on safeguarding the dwindling manatee population, our goal has always been to bring you the very best in educational, animal friendly tours. It has never been our ambition to have the largest fleet of boats on the water. Instead, we aim to have the smallest possible impact…which is why we only offer small tours & are proud to be 1 of 2 Guardian Guides with Save the Manatee Club! Regardless of whether you book a tour with us, we kindly ask that you respect the manatees & their space…not crowd or prey on them. Any tour company promoting the petting of wild manatees is truly part of an ongoing local problem. We love snorkeling with the manatees, but always remain mindful not to interfere with their natural behavior. You can also see them very well from the boat, so whether in the water or out, it's truly a magical adventure!

Embark on an electric journey through Crystal River with Explorida! Family-owned and operated since 2018, we are excited to expand our adventures from the water and onto the pavement! Located in the historic downtown district of Crystal River, we provide a central location for guests to explore our charming town's wonderful gems. At Explorida, you can plan your vacation all in one spot. Spend your morning swimming with the Florida Manatee, and afterward take your explorations on shore to experience the Gem of the Nature Coast through one trusted source. Our Electric Bikes are perfect for anyone who wants to explore with no limits.

As the leaders in the industry we feel it is our duty to have all our tours conducted by professionals. Our Manatee snorkel tours are guided by USCG Captain as well as a licensed and insured dive professional. Our in water professionals are trained as first responders, with First aid, CPR, AED administration and in-water rescue training. Captain and guides are also trained in manatee manners, through the Manatee Eco Tourism Association in coordination with United States Fish and Wildlife Service. The training allows us to lead the industry by operating the saftest tours on the water for our guest and manatees alike.

Spend a few hours gathering scallops with an in-the-know hunter-and-skipper team on this half-day scalloping adventure in Crystal River. Set off through Crystal Bay to hunt natural scallops underwater with a fishing license and all gear provided for a hassle-free adventure. Learn about how to gather scallops plus enjoy scallop ceviche featuring your catch. Stop to take a dip in a spring and take in views as you cruise the bay.