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Florida Manatee Adventures

Visit Florida's gentle giants on a private, dog-friendly tour with Florida Manatee Adventures in Crystal River, FL. The year-round warm water makes Crystal River a perfect spot to enjoy the manatees throughout every season. With gear, snacks, beverages, and narration by the knowledgeable Captain Greg, you and Fido will have everything you need to enjoy the three-hour tour. Dolphin-watching tours and customized tours are also available. Call ahead for reservations as space on tours is limited. Visit Website

Or call (352) 476-7556 or email manateeadventures@hotmail.com for more information.

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Florida Manatee Adventures has received a rating of 4.8 out of 5 bones by 9 canine critics on BringFido and 4.5 out of 5 by 110 guests on TripAdvisor.


Visitors generally had a positive experience with Florida Manatee Adventures, praising the knowledgeable and accommodating captains who provided excellent tours and allowed them to see manatees, dolphins, and other wildlife. Some travelers noted a few minor issues, such as unexpected additions to private tours, but most said they would return and highly recommend the activity.

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  • Donna
    Mar 30, 2024
    Pawsome time

    Captain Greg was very knowledgeable, great tour guide. We got to see manatee, ospreys with her babies, and dolphins. Rocco enjoyed the scenery (love that he was dog friendly) and us humans had fun too. Thank you so much for accommodating us last minute. ❤️

  • Pacheco
    Mar 22, 2024
    Great Day!

    We did the manatee tour, everyone was having a hard time finding manatees, we found a couple and was very happy with that! Greg and Hank are amazing! We will definitely book them again!

  • Emily
    Jan 20, 2024
    Amazing day

    My mom and I had the best time with captain Greg! He even kept our dogs occupied while we snorkeled in the water with the manatees. He was attentive and made sure we saw all the manatees we could see. He was great!

  • Ron
    Mar 8, 2023
    Fred made the day awesome.

    Had a private trip with Fred as our captain. He spotted manatees very quickly as well as dolphins , mullets and huge Osprey nests. He was so knowledgeable and his sense of humour was amazing!!! He allowed us to
    stop to let our dogs get out for a swim and a pee. We wish him all the best and will request him again !!!

  • Tiffany
    Aug 6, 2020
    pork the boat dog

    it was really nice of them to allow pork on our adventure. Fred even took us to shallow spot for pork to swim. We are definitely getting great use out of this life jacket which was safer for him but also really handy for getting him in and out of the pontoon boat.

  • Philip
    Feb 1, 2020
    almost a 5

    Captain Doreen was wonderful and the trip exceeded our expectations but with one exception that being Greg added a second party to our tour without notifying us. Captain Doreen was left with an uncomfortable situation as the two tours were not compatible. The group that was added decided it was not what they wanted to do and cancelled after talking with Greg. Great tour and our Golden Doodle was able to go with us and Doreen put us on lots of Manatees but be mindful of surprises from Greg as a private tour may not end up a private tour.

  • Phil
    Jan 15, 2020
    Fabulous afternoon on the water

    Doreen met us as we entered the marina, and quickly got us squared away for our afternoon adventure. She took us all around Crystal river and the springs viewing the beautiful scenery and manatees.

  • Mark
    Jun 14, 2019
    Awesome morning on the water.

    Awesome morning on the water, Greg will customize your tour to you and you dogs preferences. Sierra and I had a great time learning about Crystal River and seeing the manatee. Highly Recommend if you have to have your dog with you. I will call him when I return in the winter.

  • Monica
    More than a year ago
    awesome

    Greg the captain was extremely professional and pleasant he looked after our dog while we went swimming with the manatees. We will be definitely return every time we have a chance.

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