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Top 11 Crystal River Photo Tours & Photoshoots

11 sessions  ·  from $75 a head

The 11 best crystal river photo tours & photoshoots you can book today, with what each one costs, how long it runs and how many finished frames come back. Number one leads for a reason, so start there.

The 'OG' Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide/Photographer - The enclosed boat ride through Kings Bay
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The ‘OG’ Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide/Photographer

1.The ‘OG’ Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide/Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,539 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $76Our pick

Swim with wild manatees in Crystal River on a small-group tour with gear, guides, photos, and a warm welcome back at River Ventures.

“We had an amazing time swimming with the manatees! Our tour guide JJ was great and very informative, while keeping it fun! It was a wonderful experience and will totally go again!”

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Manatee Swim Tour with In Water Photographer - Cruising through Kings Bay by certified boat
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Manatee Swim Tour with In Water Photographer

2.Manatee Swim Tour with In Water Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,300 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Swim with wild manatees in Crystal River on a small-group tour with gear, a USCG-certified boat, and an in-water photographer.

“amazing. the staff was knowledgeable, professional and organized. Everyone on the boat saw multiple manatees . we even saw dolphins as well .”

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Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour with In-Water Photographer - Getting fitted for the river
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Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour with In-Water Photographer

3.Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour with In-Water Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,336 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79

Swim with Crystal River manatees on a small-group tour with wetsuits, warm drinks, expert guides, and an in-water photographer.

“What a great experience! Although our group was a bit larger than it should’ve been due to staffing issues, our guide Crystal, managed it all amazingly. She lead us to pockets of areas to see the list manatees and away from the crowds as much as possible. We saw so many beautiful floaty potatoes up close and personal. Highly recommend this tour and definitely ask for Crystal!”

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Small group Manatee Tour with In-Water Divemaster/Photographer - Riding out to the springs and manatee areas
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Small group Manatee Tour with In-Water Divemaster/Photographer

Crystal River: Manatee Snorkel Tour w/ In-Water Photographer - The 25-minute lesson that makes the swim better
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Crystal River: Manatee Snorkel Tour w/ In-Water Photographer

Small Group Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide and Photographer - Check-In at 439 NE 1st Terrace
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Small Group Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide and Photographer

6.Small Group Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide and Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 574 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Swim with wild manatees in Crystal River on a six-person tour with an in-water guide, photographer, wetsuit, and heated boat.

“Top rate professionals, amazing experience, life long memories were made. This was a great experience for our kids and family, made possible by a family business. Highly recommend this to anyone considering a tour to swim with manatees in the Crystal River area.”

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Crystal River: Semi-Private Manatee Swim Tour With Heated Boat - Check-in at 403 NE 2nd Street
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Crystal River: Semi-Private Manatee Swim Tour With Heated Boat

7.Semi-Private Manatee Swim Tour With Heated Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 417 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $74Best value

Swim with Crystal River manatees on a six-person tour with a heated boat, gear, guides, hot drinks, and free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead.

“It was amazing!! Amanda and Chris were wonderful, knowledgeable, helpful, and the best!!! Boat was fantastic with heaters, hot cocoa/coffee, and Manatee Mocha! Tonya at the front was so helpful and sweet! Overall, one of the best experiences we have had! Would absolutely do it again with them!! Their pictures were amazing! So many manatees, perfect spot right away. Would give 10 stars if I could. Thank you so much!!”

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Private Manatee Swim for up to 6 with In-Water Divemaster/Photographer - Meeting a manatee in the water
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Private Manatee Swim for up to 6 with In-Water Divemaster/Photographer

8.Private Manatee Swim for up to 6 with In-Water Divemaster/Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 317 reviews

Review of Crystal River’s private manatee swim, with wetsuits, photos, hot drinks, and personal guide service for up to six.

“It was a fun experience. Misty and Memphis were great! It was later in the season, so not many Manatee's to see, but Misty and Memphis made sure we saw the Manatee's that were there. We got great pictures of a mother and baby. In adRead more”

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Crystal River: VIP Manatee Swim w/ In-water Photographer - The classroom briefing sets the tone
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Crystal River: VIP Manatee Swim w/ In-water Photographer

Crystal River: Private Manatee Swim With Heated Boat(Free Photos) - Check-in at 403 NE 2nd Street
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Crystal River: Private Manatee Swim With Heated Boat(Free Photos)

Crystal River: Swim with Manatees Private Tour Free Photos - Why Crystal River attracts so many manatees
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Crystal River: Swim with Manatees Private Tour Free Photos

11.Swim with Manatees Private Tour Free Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 3 hours

Swim with manatees in Crystal River on a private three-hour tour with gear, photos, snacks, expert guides, and a kids’ treasure hunt.

“Very accommodating, had kids with anxiety and they were wonderful with them. It was cold and the boat was closed in and heated. Great experience.”

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