The best family-friendly activities in Crystal River for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

Crystal River Manatee Viewing Cruise
This tour is the perfect way to stay dry and view the wild manatees of the Kings Bay Wildlife Refuge. Hop aboard our US Coast...
$51

Discover Florida's springs with the original clear kayak tour company in Crystal River, running since 2018. Small groups, expert local guides, and 100% clear kayaks....
$99

Join us on a guided eco-tour of Crystal River on ALL clear kayaks! Throughout the expedition, you will have the opportunity to view the beautiful...
$79

Manatee Swim Tour with In Water Photographer
Our Manatee Swim tour at Explorida was Voted City Helicopter Tourss 2022 "Top Ten Bucket List Experience in THE WORLD!" Swimming with the manatees is...
$77

Go Local Manatee Tours offers unforgettable, up-close, and personal manatee encounters in Crystal River, Florida. Our daily small 6-passenger semi-private tours prioritize responsible tourism and...
$80

Discover the most unforgettable way to experience Crystal River’s iconic Three Sisters Springs. This small-group clear kayak adventure adapts with the seasons, from peak manatee...
$79

King's Bay Sunset Cruise
Experience the magic of Kings Bay with our unique Sunset Cruise! Departing from our private docks at the Paddletail Waterfront Lodge, you'll first join our...
$39

The Chassahowitzka River — locals call it "The Chaz" — is what you get when you drive past all the crowded springs and keep going....
$85

Mother approved with no age limit. American Pro Diving Center helps visitors and locals explore the clear, teeming waters of Florida with year-round manatee tour...
$75

Kings Bay Eco Tours
We are a locally owned business. I am the owner and operator, I possess extensive expertise in leading tours on Kings Bay, gained from years...
$55

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...
$79

Crystal River Boat and Nature Tour
Our tours stand out as a unique experience in Crystal River. Aboard the 24-passenger vessel, Monroe, our knowledgeable naturalists provide engaging narrations about the park’s...
$31

We are the only kayak company with a private launch centrally located between Three Sisters and Hunter Springs. Here at Kacey’s Custom Adventures, we strive...
$55

Enjoy a close, personal encounter with the West Indian Manatee as you snorkel with them under the guidance of a U.S. Coast Guard Licensed Captain....
$79

Immerse yourself in the nature of the Gulf Coast with our Eco-Thrill adventure. This 90-minute tour takes you through the Homosassa River and the reefs...
$94

Manatee Swim Tour
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...
$75

Crystal River is home to beautiful fresh water springs, a large variety of wildlife, and or course our most famous residents - West Indian Manatees....
$90

Come book a trip with Crystal River Manatee Adventures, where fun meets nature! Our goal is to provide the best experience possible and have fun...
$70

Self-Guided Clear Bottom Kayak Tour – Explore King’s Bay Glide through the crystal-clear waters of King’s Bay at your own pace on a self-guided kayak...
$60

Come book a trip with Crystal River Manatee Adventures, where fun meets nature! Our goal is to provide the best experience possible and have fun...
$80

After the morning manatee tour relax on the afternoon Rainbow River drift where you can snorkel or scuba dive. The Rainbow River, a Florida spring,...
$75

