Most Popular 3hr Manatee Swim Tour + In-Water Guide!
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Since 1995, Fun 2 Dive has guided tens of thousands of visitors from all over the world on this most special experience. We are one of the pioneers.
Our captains are all U.S. Coast Guard licensed Master Captains and all of our staff and guides are enrolled in a national drug consortium and are subjected to random drug screening.
Our location is a full service brick and mortar tour center with manatee gift shop. Our gift shop is unlike any other with over 99% of the gifts found in our gift shop strictly manatee related. You wont find a larger selection of manatee merchandise in one place anywhere, not even online.
We commit to you to do everying in our power to deliver a 5 star experience that you and your family will never forget. Thank you for chosing to make your vacation special with us.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Pricing is the same for children and adults, all persons going on tour must have a ticket regrdless of age.
Children 3 years old and up are welcome with paid ticket.
Children under the age of 3 are welcome on private trips ONLY (call for private trip pricing)
Wetsuits available in sizes from 3 toddler to adult 4X.
All manatee tours are 3 hours in duration.
Photo packages of your manatee experience available for purchase after your tour.
Not recommended for travelers with weak knees. Must use boat ladder.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
On this adventure of a lifetime guests will swim and snorkel with manatees in the wild. Tours are 3 hours in length and all gear (Mask, Snorkel and Wetsuit) is provided for each person at no additional cost. Wetsuits will aid in bouyancy and each participant is also provided a foam swim noodle to hang onto for additional floatation. We are mostly just floating with the manatees in a calm quiet manner and allowing the manatees to be comfortable around us. You will be introduced to your guide upon your arrival and your guide will remain with you throughout the duration of your expereince to include being in the water with you. Your guide will be taking photographs of you and the others in your group throughout the tour, and pictures taken can be reviewed at the conclusion of the tour and may be purchased if desired. Please be sure to watch the Manatee Manners video that we will be sent to you in your confirmation email, this will give you great tips on how to have the best experience. We look forward to sharing this amazing experience with you.
What‘s Included
Commitment to provide you with a 5 star exprience of a lifetime.
Scenic boat ride
Small Groups
In-Water Guide & Photographer
Free Parking
All snorkeling gear - Mask, snorkel, and wetsuit.
Full service tour facility with gift shop.
Professional licensed and drug tested captains and guides.
Gratuities for captains and guides.
Bathing suit and towel.
Options
Manatee Snorkeling Tours
Reviews
2,759 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Just north of blah, south of amazing
Stacy M,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.002nd time swimming with these majestic creatures. If this was our first time, I wouldn't know the difference but our first time was out of this world. We swam in a private lagoon with no paddle boards and far less people. Due to the temperature, this is not where we swim yesterday. The experience was dim, and the creatures were few and far between. Paddle boards were bumping into us as where people on canoes people were walking on the bottom, kicking up sediment and making the water murky. This is no fault of the tour company. However, I would try to swim in the other area weather permitting. My friends were not disappointed (they had no basis of comparison), but our last trip the manatees were very interactive and seemed to be much more comfortable. Photo is from our last encounter. I didn't even look at the photos from yesterday's trip as I knew they'd be underwhelming
This was a very easy...
Christopher K,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a very easy process from start to finish. The guide and captain were very informative and entertaining. We saw many manatees and really enjoyed the post swim hot chocolate!
Manatee birthday experience
conniebO782WM,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Staff including Angela at the front desk, who was most informative and Crystal Lee and Brody who were fabulous at their jobs as well. Crystal Lee and Brody were both very helpful and eager to make our experience fun and very worthwhile!
Unbelievable tour
KRISTY B,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had the most fabulous morning out with Captain Alex & Zac as our guide. There were manatee everywhere! We cant believe how amazing they were and how close they got (being an animal lover its soo hard not to try and stroke them 🤣🤣🤦🏼♀️) then all topped off by a hot choc to warm us up. We will def do this tour again in the summer as the lads say its a totally different experience.
Bucket list item!
450marko,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great time good guides and well organized! Had a great time and swam with lots of Manatees! A good price for a great adventure.
Awesome manatee encounter
C7431XLelizabeths,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was fantastic! Our tour guide Storm and Captain Chaz were awesome! Saw quite a few manatees, dolphins, turtles, and loads of fish!
Lovely day, manatees are so special.
lindabV4485XS,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great experience. Got up close to the manatees.... We saw a mother and calf too. The staff was excellent, great equipment, and hot chocolate or tea when we finished our snorkel.
Perfect day
rebeccafD1698LZ,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great guide - Storm. I thought it was reasonably priced for the amount of time we were in the water. Weather was perfect! We saw so many manatees-was amazing! One thing I would add would be to put different colored wristband of some sort on each person in group to identify yourself in pictures. It’s hard to find yourself when everyone is dressed the same. There are changing rooms and bathing suit under your wet suit is best. Bring towel and sweats for after you get out of water!
To do absolutely
Simarle,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Incredible activity and guaranteed memories! We are well accompanied which makes the experience unforgettable. I think that's my favorite activity in Florida.
Fantastic tour
Scott C,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing close up swimming with the manatees! Our guide Storm was fantastic and very knowledgeable. Jason the boat captain was equally informative. Both were very focused on keeping us safe while having a great adventure. Tons of manatees to observe!!
From US$76.00
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