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Private Eco Tour in Kings Bay Crystal River Florida

Recommended by 96% of travelers
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Crystal River, USA
  • 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • bottled water
    • Parking Fees
      $10.00 per booking

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Pete's Pier Bait & Tackle: Crystal River
      1sw, 1 SW 1st Pl, Crystal River, FL 34429, USA

      Turn right off Kings Bay Dr. onto Sw 1st pl continue to the marina.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Itinerary

    1

    King's Bay Park

    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Featured review

    Sandra_W
    I wouldn’t hesitate to do this excursion with Tommy B. He is very knowledgeable about the manatees and we had a great time going with him. I always felt safe and he is extremely friendly. I enjoyed it so much that I ended up booking two more times with him. I had a wonderful time the three times I was with him. I would definitely book with him again if I get back to Crystal River. .

    Reviews

    4.9
    based on 28 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Amazing Manatees

    Mary_M, Feb 2026
    Captain Tommy B. was very knowledgeable about the manatees and river. He was also very conscientious about safety ... passengers, manatees, and other watercraft on the river. We saw many, many, many manatees!

    If you go to see manatees, be prepared to be disappointed

    Conniewatkins, Feb 2026
    Overall, the experience was disappointing. We drove over an hour each way to see the manatees. we left having seen (?) one small manatee under the water. It was very difficult to see the one moving form in the water. The boat driver, Tommy B was pleasant. This was my 2nd time to book a tour to see manatees. The first time the tour operator contacted me ahead of time to advise me the m as matters were just not there and allowed me to cancel and use the time to do something else with my out of town guests. I wish Tommy B had done the same.

    Manatee Tour Done Right

    Edward_T, Feb 2026
    Private tour for family of 5. Outstanding. Cpt. Tommy B was very friendly, knowledgeable. Treated us like family. Worth every cent. We will see Tommy again on our next visit

    Family trip

    April_D, Feb 2026
    Family trip to Fla and wanted to see the manatee. Weather was perfect for a smooth boat ride around Crystal river. The captain was great with information and finding manatee.

    Well worth the money!!!

    Nick_G, Feb 2026
    We had a great time on this tour. Tommy was knowledgeable, positive and fun. We learned so much. Very comfortable. Would highly recommend! My only frustration was where to actually meet at Pete’s Pier — fairly big place so you’ll have to ask where to meet up. No big deal, but be aware.

    Excellent tour.

    Carol_M, Jan 2026
    Excellent tour. Tommy was very knowledgeable about manatees and thdir behavior.. The tour was easy to book.

    Response from Host, Feb 2026

    Thank you for the review

    Such a wonderful tour!

    Caty_T, Jan 2026
    Tommy was incredible! Extremely knowledgeable, great with kids and had a wonderful rapport with other captains. You could tell he was respected by others and passionate about what he does. We saw some great wildlife and of course manatees. Will 100% book with him again when we come back.

    Response from Host, Feb 2026

    Thank you for the review

    Manatee Adventures

    Sandra_W, Jan 2026
    I wouldn’t hesitate to do this excursion with Tommy B. He is very knowledgeable about the manatees and we had a great time going with him. I always felt safe and he is extremely friendly. I enjoyed it so much that I ended up booking two more times with him. I had a wonderful time the three times I was with him. I would definitely book with him again if I get back to Crystal River. .

    Response from Host, Feb 2026

    Thank you for the review and thank you for the multiple bookings

    Great day on the water with Capt. Tommy B

    Lauralee_W, Aug 2025
    Tommy B is a fantastic, knowledgable captain/guide. We saw 2 bald eagles, manatees with a baby, dolphin, and turtles. Boat is well maintained and very comfortable. Tommy is familiar with the history of the area so you leave with a global picture of Crystal River.

    Response from Host, Nov 2025

    Thank you for the great review

    Nice trip

    Berta_S, Feb 2025
    Our guide Tom was very thoughtful and tried do max from 1 hour and 30 min trip. It was enough to see a lot of manatees and few of wild animals. This is a private tour and I would recommend to my friends.

    Response from Host, May 2025

    Thank you for the review and thank you for booking with Tommy B boating I hope to see you again

    From $220.00

    per group (up to 6)

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

    Book ahead!
    On average, this is booked 20 days in advance.

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