Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge Tours

Photo by Brad Taylor
Photo by Brad Taylor
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge is ideal to spend some time outdoors. Get out into nature and find out how this distinctive area is being thoughtfully looked after.

This nature reserve is located in Springs at Kings Bay, a place that has plenty of things going for it! Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, Three Sisters Springs and Fort Island Gulf Beach are other interesting attractions nearby when you're done at Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge.

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Seasons Florida Resort

Seasons Florida Resort

2 out of 5
Price was $602, price is now $243 per person
$243
per person
Jan 27 - Feb 3
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Boston (BOS) to Orlando (MCO)
17.6/10 Exceptional! (3,224 reviews)
The room was clean and comfortable and our off-season rate was appreciated. The only real difficulty was that our room was only cleaned one out of the seven days we were there due to a confusion with some of the cleaning staff who didn’t speak English. It didn’t help that our room only had a “Do Not Disturb” sign (both sides) and no other sign to express our wish for service other than using the front desk, which we did use eventually and helped us with extra towels. We were able to dump our own trash easily.

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025

Palazzo Lakeside Hotel

Palazzo Lakeside Hotel

3 out of 5
Price was $1,294, price is now $285 per person
$285
per person
Jan 15 - Jan 22
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Orlando (MCO)
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,210 reviews)
Room had the bare necessities, staff was quick for check in and check out, breakfast could’ve had more options, but the AC was so loud it woke me up multiple times and the room had a connecting door to the room next to it so it had very thin walls and could hear the family next door late at night and very early at 7am

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025

Residence Inn by Marriott Daytona Beach Oceanfront

Residence Inn by Marriott Daytona Beach Oceanfront

3 out of 5
Price was $1,913, price is now $641 per person
$641
per person
Jan 27 - Feb 3
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Boston (BOS) to Orlando (MCO)
17.2/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room expected amenities

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

Browse tours and tickets to explore Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge

Water activities

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Manatees Swim, Snorkel and Boat Day Tour from Orlando; a Florida Adventure

Manatees Swim, Snorkel and Boat Day Tour from Orlando; a Florida Adventure

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 39 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $174 per adult
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Tours & day trips

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Crystal River: Kayak Rental

Crystal River: Kayak Rental

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $45 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Crystal River: Manatee Viewing Cruise

Crystal River: Manatee Viewing Cruise

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $35 per adult
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Reviews of Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
92
5 - Excellent 63%
4 - Good
49
4 - Good 34%
3 - Okay
4
3 - Okay 3%
2 - Disappointing
0
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
0
1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

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You must visit Three Sisters.

4/5 - Good

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Rogers park

5/5 - Excellent

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Manatee sightings galore

Popular places to visit

This is where you can swim with the manatees during the winter times you see a lot of them .

Three Sisters Springs

4.5/5(60 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Three Sisters Springs during your travels in Crystal River.

Three Sisters Springs
Located on the West Coast of Florida and the Gulf of Mexico, this beautiful 50 year old luxury resort is surrounded by the natural springs of King's Bay. This bay and Crystal River are home to more than 400 West Indian Manatees that migrate each year to the warmth of the springs. This shot of the tree-line reflected on the water was taken from the Gazebo on the small peninsula off of the pool area. A nice place to wind up with your date or spouse and some champagne and strawberries. #treetrove

Plantation Inn and Golf Resort

4/5(55 reviews)

Play a round of golf in Crystal River at Plantation Inn and Golf Resort, and enjoy other activities such as boating. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Plantation Inn and Golf Resort
Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park

Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park

4.5/5(177 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park and popular activities like boating in Homosassa. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park
Sun setting over the Gulf of Mexico at Fort Island Gulf Beach in Crystal River, FL. Nothing prettier than a Florida sunset! #beach

Fort Island Gulf Beach

4.5/5(55 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Fort Island Gulf Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Crystal River. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Fort Island Gulf Beach

Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge

4.5/5(18 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge and enjoy the boating in Crystal River. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge

A Crystal River Kayak Company

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at A Crystal River Kayak Company during your travels in Crystal River. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.

A Crystal River Kayak Company

Best Lodging Options Near Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge

The Port Hotel & Marina

The Port Hotel & Marina

2 out of 5
1610 SE Paradise Circle Crystal River FL
The Port Hotel & Marina
PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

2.5 out of 5
614 Nw Us Highway 19 Crystal River FL
PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Hampton Inn Crystal River, FL

Hampton Inn Crystal River, FL

2.5 out of 5
1103 North Suncoast Boulevard Crystal River FL
Hampton Inn Crystal River, FL
Charming 2 bdrm 1.5 bath villa 100 yards to Three Sisters Springs

Charming 2 bdrm 1.5 bath villa 100 yards to Three Sisters Springs

Crystal River FL
Charming 2 bdrm 1.5 bath villa 100 yards to Three Sisters Springs
Your personal Tiki Hut waterfront/pool/spa home.

Your personal Tiki Hut waterfront/pool/spa home.

Crystal River FL
Your personal Tiki Hut waterfront/pool/spa home.
Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1203 Ne 5th St Crystal River FL
Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG
Cozy Cottage - River House - Kayaks - SUP - Relax & Recharge

Cozy Cottage - River House - Kayaks - SUP - Relax & Recharge

Crystal River FL
Cozy Cottage - River House - Kayaks - SUP - Relax & Recharge
Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock

Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock

Crystal River FL
Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock
Pet friendly water front home in the heart of Crystal River

Pet friendly water front home in the heart of Crystal River

Crystal River
Pet friendly water front home in the heart of Crystal River
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