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Book the boat for Private for your friends and family! This is the perfect adventure for seasoned snorkelers, novices, families with young kids, and people who may want or need extra assistance in the water. Our most intimate and private experience possible. Enjoy a fun and informative boat ride before swimming with manatees up-close and personal. This trip also has our best opportunity for great in-water photography, since your guide can dedicate all of his/her time and attention on your group!
Up to 6 Passenger Private Swim Tours depart at 7am, 10am, 1pm, and 4pm
Up to 12 and 20 Passenger Private Swim Tours depart at 7:30am, 10:30am, and 1:30pm
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Tour Info
Why take this tour?
This is our most intimate and peaceful swim with the manatees! On this private adventure, our expert guides can give you their undivided attention, ensuring a safe and personalized experience tailored to you! Plus, we include free professional photos of your group to capture every moment of your manatee snorkeling experience!
This is our favorite and most customizable tour option, ensuring that your family and friends get all the time and attention from your crew! With only your group on board, we have more opportunity to "control the uncontrollable" and get the best wild manatee encounters possible!
We have Private Tour options that range from up to six passengers, to up to twenty! This tour is perfect for a bucket list family excursion, scout troops, and church or school groups!
Included
- Private Groups
- Bottled Water and Hot Chocolate on cold days
- Fully Covered Boat
- Wetsuits and Snorkeling Gear
- Expert Guide/Photographer and USCG-certified Master Captain
- Free Photo Package
Excluded
- Gratuity for Captain and Guide
- Towels
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Available for All Ages
Duration
Group Size
Environmentally Conscious
All Gear is Included
Cancellation Policy
Available for All Ages
Duration
Group Size
Environmentally Conscious
All Gear is Included
Cancellation Policy
Reviews
Amanda Lancaster
October 5, 2026
We had an incredible experience on our private tour snorkeling with manatees. Crystallynn and Jake were the best! Crystallynn was super fun and such a wealth of knowledge. Once we were in the water, she made sure we all had the opportunity to spend time with a mom and baby manate…
Shawna
September 27, 2026
Unforgettable Manatee Experience with Nature’s Discovery!My husband and I booked a semi‑private manatee tour with Nature’s Discovery, and it ended up being one of the most memorable experiences we’ve ever had. Even though it was the off‑season and only one manatee could be found …
Brianna Cano
September 20, 2026
We took a semi-private manatee tour today with Crystallynn & Jake. We were absolutely blown away by the experience. They both are extremely knowledgeable about the manatees in the area and help get you close and comfortable swimming along side these sweet animals. The pictures yo…
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