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‘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.
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.
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Manatee Snorkeling Tours
Reviews
2,582 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Marvellous Manatee Experience
Teresa H,
Sep 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00This trip was great from start to finish. Eli was very personable and made sure we knew exactly what to expect before we even started. The wetsuits were a great fit and although we had brought our own snorkel equipment Eli bought extra along just in case. Derek our captain was also very amiable and they both made us feel very safe. Eli went out of his way to ensure that our interaction with the manatee was as good as possible and he often guided us to the best spot so we could have good interaction. He was also full of facts and information about manatees and the local area and could always answer our questions. A really great experience with two lovely people. We would definitely do this trip again.
We had Neil as our...
Rebekah E,
Sep 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had Neil as our instructor and Chaz as our captain. They did an amazing job! We had so much fun and they tried really hard to make it the best experience! They found us a mom and calf in such clear water and even got plenty of pictures for us! I’d definitely go here again.
This tour was beyond...
sfalex23,
Sep 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00This tour was beyond amazing. We got lucky and came across a group of manatee and was able to spend well over an hour with them. I took the tour during the manatee off season. The crew did a great job of finding them and ensuring we had an amazing time. I was a solo traveler and felt totally comfortable and included.
You have to be able to...
Kimberly H,
Aug 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00You have to be able to breathe out of a snorkel and be calm. The tour guide found a manatee right away and we got in the water. Such a peaceful experience! Great guides, very knowledgeable.
Cloudy Visibility, but still a great experience
Jean D,
Aug 29, 2025
- Viator
4.00Just know that the water is not crystal clear like in the pictures. It’s really quite cloudy. But it still was an awesome experience to swim with these gentle giants. However, we did get a chance to go to another area of the lake and it was much clearer. And we had the awesome experience of seeing a mother and a baby. Overall, it was a great trip. And our guide and boat driver, sorry can’t remember their names, we’re fabulous.
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