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
2,767 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awesome Experience!
Brian F,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Outstanding tour and experience! Our guide, Storm, was so knowledgeable and patient and did everything to ensure our experience was memorable! Learned so much about manatees and the close up encounters were incredible!
Great snorkeling with the gentle giants!
Chris D,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Can be crowded with other snorkelers, kayaks and paddle boards. Patience helps. Guide and captain were great.
Perfect, treasured trip!
W1908FPwandap,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Honestly, this was the best tour I have ever taken, and I’m 67 and have traveled my whole life. The guide Megyn and Captain Lenora were extremely intelligent about the springs, manatees, fish, etc. We had the luxury of a private 8AM tour for just my husband and I; our guide kept taking our pictures with the manatees and ensuring that we saw all that we could. It was a very cold day in Florida, but the wet suits and the spring water kept us toasty warm. There were hundreds of manatees and even manatee babies swimming right up to us and looking us in the eye. We had 70+ pics and four videos! What a lifetime treasured trip!
Amazing experience with wildlife
Seaside06935502321,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing tour with Zac and Alex. They were knowledgeable, helpful, and made sure we had an optimal experience with the manatees. Floating with manatees was peaceful, beautiful, and good for the soul. Highly recommend!
Couldn't have been better (unless Mother Nature raised the temp a bit ,)
Donna P,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had the best time, even in the freezing cold! The guides were expert. We learned a lot. Very educational and informative. Respectful of the manatees and the environment. We were able to take our puppy on the boat and will definitely be back to do it again. Storm and Brody couldn't have been better, and the store was full of good/useful things. Thank you!!
MANATEES!!!
Stay716671,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome excursion!! We had some colder weather and the water got pretty chilly towards the end of our tour in late January, but this was by far the best time to go to see the most manatees!! We had dozens swimming right up next to us. Our guides Zac and Alex were very helpful for teaching us techniques to respect the manatees space and making the tour super fun and informative! 10/10!!
Unique experience but too crowded
AnnaZ99,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Very unique experience snorkelling with manatees. Tour was very well organised and guides were great, giving us a lot of information and tips on the snorkel itself and also other local places to stop at. The only thing that made the trip not so enjoyable was that the later it got the busier the main spot where the snorkelling was happening became. I actually got a bit concerned for the manatees as people (mostly in other groups) were getting way too close to them, following them and touching them. There were also some people in our group who were not comfortable floating in water- the water is very shallow but I don't think kids and adults who cannot float should be allowed to take part as they were stepping on the manatees which made ma anxious for their wellbeing
Best trip with Neal and Alex
renekT3900VZ,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a wonderful experience. The guide, Neal, explained everything and gave us lots of information about the manatees. The captain, Alex, was super friendly and personable. They work great together. Thank you for such a great experience!
Love Fun 2 Dive!
kristinlW747AZ,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an incredible experience we had! Captain Jason and our guide, Jessica, were personable, informative and fun! We had three kids with us, ages 16, 13, and 10 - all felt comfortable and were thrilled to have such great interactions with the beautiful animals in the water. Highly recommend this experience!
Def a once in a lifetime experience
A3586WSpauls,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eli and Captain Olsen(?? Sorry can’t remember the Captains name) guided an incredible tour and experience. We saw a ton of manatees and got incredible photos. Eli took some really great photos too if you decide not to take your phone.
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