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
2,674 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Once in a Lifetime Experience - 5 Stars!
A3872ZEsamanthab,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience with Captain Aiden and guide Aubrey! They took such good care of us and made sure we had a high quality experience. They were knowledgeable and good to explain/help. We saw so many manatee in the water and the from the boat. Would bring our family here again in a heartbeat.
December Manatee swim
kellymF83BS,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Would definitely recommend a private manatee tour with captain Aidan and guide Kaitlyn. Both were incredibly nice, knowledgeable and accommodating. Saw a ton of manatees and lots of fish
7:00 am experience
Calvin E,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I can't say enough about this experience. Lifelong dream for my partner and he cried in the car afterwards. Excellent guide (Jessica) very respectful of the animals, very attentive to the guests. Absolutely spring for the photos so you can be in the moment with the animals. Timing is everything, try to do early morning winter when there won't be a lot of tourists. So much information about the manatees both as a species and as individuals. We felt that if all we did the whole vacation was this manatee tour it would have been worth it. Absolutely one of the best experiences we have ever had.
Amazing manatee interaction!
daphnel952,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My son and I did a manatee tour this morning. It was a wonderful experience. Our guide, Jessica, was fantastic. She was friendly, funny and very knowledgeable. She guided our group well as a whole, but also checked in and took pictures of each of us individually. Our boat captain, Jason, was welcoming, even having hot chocolate ready to warm us up as soon as we got out of the water. I’d highly recommend this company and this tour team, if you’re looking for an amazing manatee interaction.
Make magic happen!
33yonge,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00DON"T make a mistake and not make this happen!!! I almost missed out in an experience of a lifetime. Mother of two twin college students almost missed out on this amazing experience connecting with one of the most majestic creatures on planet earth. Our guide Storm and our Captain Ryan took us out onto the river with knowledge and care. We felt very prepared under their guidance. We saw many manatees and we also saw baby manatee suckling on mommy manatee. It was magical as many swam up close to greet us. Thank you Fun 2 Dive, you have made our trip an everlasting memory and we will visit again!
Oh the Humantee!
N1106XCmichaela,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.0010/10 experience. Highly recommend! Staff were super friendly and knowledgeable. Manatees were majestic. I think one is my best friend now.
Don’t miss this adventure!
D7609VDcarlao,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Took our son who was celebrating his 22nd birthday. He says it’s one of the coolest things he’s ever done. Eli and Alex were amazing guides who shared great info. We saw SO MANY MANATEE - easily 40-50!!! Fun2dive provided everything we needed to have the best experience. Thanks so much and I will absolutely recommend this to my friends!
Must do
GrandTour48060121337,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The best part of our vacation was this trip. Everything was fantastic. We saw over 30 manatees. The guide (Storm) was very knowledgeable and the boat ride out was great
Fun Day
pollyz652,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Shelby and captain Aidan were super helpful teaching us our manatee manners and making sure everyone had fun and was safe
Best time, so many manatees!
markbK7633ED,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Shelby was an amazing guy who was very helpful with my friend who is not a strong swimmer. She made us feel safe and welcomed
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