Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours

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Nicolle A.

As a Florida native, it is absurd that I have never had any sort of manatee interaction! My longtime friend booked us a semi- private tour for my birthday and we could not have had any better of a time. As luck had it, we were the only ones on the tour! Even though we went during the low season (August) when not as many manatees are present in the water, it also happens to be the time of year where the babies are around. Our Captain used a drone to locate a mother and baby manatee where no other tour groups were located. We were in very shallow water, and the manatees literally swam underneath of our bodies, pushing us up to the surface and rolling us around where we were completely powerless and stuck within the mangroves. It was absolutely amazing and brought tears to my eyes! Our guide Zach and Captain Ryan we're fabulous and I really look forward to doing this again. I cannot recommend this company more and I'm so glad that we booked with them!

Carrie M.

We had such a fun time doing the manatee swim & snorkel tour! Our guide Storm and captain Derek were great. We came in the summer offseason, but we still managed to see one or two manatees. We opted to go swim in some nice springs after the manatee portion. They provided 3mm wetsuits, masks with snorkels, and bottled water. Even though the weather was hot, the water still felt very cold in our thin wetsuits. I can't imagine how cold it gets in the winter in those suits. They have several changing rooms (only covered by a curtain that doesn't close completely) and two restrooms in the shop. There are no showers. Make sure to bring a towel. Storm took pictures with a GoPro, and the images were available for purchase afterwards for $45. There were great pictures of the manatees, but not so much of us swimming beside them. The Classic Manatee Swim Tour was about $80 per person plus tip. You can't tip by card, so bring cash or a debit card to use their on-site ATM.

Deborah C.

John led our boat tour to view manatees. He was entertaining and great with two young boys. Very knowledgeable about manatees and the Crystal River area. Positioned boat and viewers to best advantage. Impressive!

Kevin L.

Perfect day! We had almost an hour snorkeling outside the protected area where all the manatees gather. The tour guides were knowledgeable about the area and offered hot drinks onboard. We saw LOTS of manatees

Dawn R.

I was so worried by the 23* air temperatures for my birthday swim. I was so excited when I followed our guide Storm to an area with a few really playful manatees. I loved the Eskimo kisses I got and having it swim right under me. I was sure to stay in the water until everyone was done. Then our Captain gave us hot chocolate and took us right back to the dock so we didn't freeze. All of the employees were very understanding of the cold and very accommodating of us older swimmers. I highly recommend Fun 2 Dive for the best manatee experience.

Danielle D.

Swimming with manatees has long been a dream of mine and my experience today with guide Eli and Capt Alex was beyond wonderful. My family booked us a private tour and I HIGHLY recommend this option as this really does limit the number of people around you making noise/splashing so much that it intimidates the manatees. We also opted for an early morning tour (8am) and that is also highly recommended because the manatee do move based on water temp and tides, so early is better. We had our own wetsuits and I would HIGHLY recommend wearing one - even though the waters are "warm" I thought it was really cold (even with a wetsuit). Eli and Alex took us directly where the manatees were swimming between the preserve and the gulf (their food source). We had amazing encounters with many manatee where we were anchored along the manatee highway. The water was just like the town's name, clear, and those beautiful sea potatoes would swim directly under us where we were floating. It was honestly the most insanely special experience. The staff (workers in the shop, shuttle drivers, guides, captains) were all incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. This was a bucket list item for me and this company provided the perfect experience. What a delight.

V. L.

Went on the tour with a friend and had an amazing time with guide Storm and captain Ryan. Storm was so knowledgeable about the area and manatees, the main attraction. Ryan drove the boat and the drone and spotted a huge adult female and then a mom and calf pair. We saw lots of birds, including a bald eagle. In the water, Storm made everyone in the group feel comfortable. He helped keep us calm which then helped the manatee stay so we could enjoy the manatee longer. The equipment, wet suit and snorkel gear, were great as well. We had waterproof cases for our phones but didn't even use them since Storm took lots of pics of us and the manatees with his GoPro, that you could purchase at the store afterwards. We even had time to swim at the end where 2 springs meet called King's Spring. The water was very clear and I channeled my inner Weeki Wachee mermaid and swam about looking at the crabs and fish swimming around. It was an amazing and magical day, thank you so much! We will be back!

Maggie T.

What a fabulous experience with Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours in Crystal River, FL! From arriving at the business to check, getting wetsuits, and meeting our guide Ava to being transported a short distance to the marina to meet Captain Chaz to board our boat Hi-Noon, and swim with the manatees was a phenomenal experience. Both our guide Ava and Captain Chaz were professional, knowledgeable, and extremely friendly and helpful! They were able to locate areas with the manatees and ensured everyone was able to see the manatees. Their instructions were clear and easy to follow for the safety of both humans and manatees! Overall, booking with Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours was an excellent experience all around and I highly recommend them to anyone wanting to swim with the manatees!

Y Yelp Y.

Lifetime Dream fulfilled. Very Good experience. Saw 7 manatees up close. Bucket list done!!! well run company from the bookings, waivers, warnings & prelim videos, boats, captains wetsuits, snorkel gear, guiding. PRO: 1. Safety was big. Never felt unsafe while in the water and guided by Ben? & Mack(captain). Super friendly guide and boat captain. Felt relaxed even if never snorkeled or not a good swimmer. Really liked they give you pool noodle to float on. 2. Boats were well maintained. Captain pointed out where manatees were so we swam to them 3. At the shop, they have tiny change rooms but had 12 of them which made changing in and out of wetsuit fast without having to wait. Clean Bathrooms available. 4. Had free coffee, tea, hot chocolate in the wait area and appreciated the hot beverages on the boat getting out of the water. 5. Has a Gift shop so you can purchase items you may have forgotten or things to temp the kids CON: 1. One main negative is the guide didn't take enough pictures AND the pictures were $45 for all the pics or $25 for 1 pic. I debated doing another tour company that included the pics in the price but this outfit has been doing this for a while and has many solidly good reviews. 2. Receptionist scheduler could be friendlier 3. No lockers for your stuff - so you have to stow your personal items either in car or bring them onto boat which could slide or get lost in water or items could get wet. Recommendations TIPS for a good trip -wear swimsuit beforehand, bring towels, T-shirt hoodie for after. Loose pants/shorts/tennis skirts/undergarments and crocs or slip on sandals for quick change out. 72degrees water temp may sound warm it's not. -bring plastic bag or waterproof bag for on the boat to stow your towels or hoodie /clothes -if you don't want to pay for pics bring GoPro or those water tight waterproof pouches/cases for your phone so you can take pics underwater Otherwise great company and had an awesome time!!!

Marquese C.

Great experience for the first time swimming with manatees. Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge is the only wildlife refuge in Florida dedicated to protecting the West Indian manatee. Manatees migrate to Crystal River, Florida from mid-November to late March. The largest population of manatees is seen between December and February. Had a blast on this journey about a hour and a half drive from Tampa. The experience is truly one of a kind. You get to snorkel with manatees that have hibernated to the area for around 45 mins to a hour. Stormy & Captain Gavin were both great as boat navigator and manatee tour guide, both gentlemen were very knowledgeable of the area and the wildlife. If you are wanting to experience a true journey in nature I would give Fun 2 Dice Manatee Tours a visit!

Jessica and Brody were AMAZING! They had such patience with me and my small kids in the water. They kept us laughing and were so knowledgeable. I would go back everyday if I could.

had an awesome adventure with Ava, our in water guide and Ryan, our captain. They were kind, patient and went above and beyond to make sure we saw Manatee and had a great experience. I would definitely book again. worth every penny!! two things to consider 1. changing rooms aren't exactly fort knox so come dressed in your suit and definitely wait for the bathroom when you get back to change because a dressing room/stall is eerily close to a peep show with the paltry curtain not giving you much privacy. 2. if you had hoped to clean up after, there are no outside or inside showers. so be prepared to go home with that fresh out of water stank.

Danielle B.

i can't believe how much fun this was! Zachary and Captain Brody were so wonderful. they were informative, clear, and very kind. i h recommend this experience!

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Paula L.

3 years ago

Great staff and service at this place. They help make sure your visit with the manatees is remembered.

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Mary J.

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5 years ago

Had a once in a lifetime experience and am thrilled with Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours in Crystal River, FL. Our captain, Judge, and our tour guide, Brie, were so patient, encouraging and went above & beyond to make sure that our experience was a most wonderful one. Our entire party of 4 joined with others to ride the bus over to Crystal River. And from there Judge took control and was very focused on making sure that we had a VERY safe trip out to the river. The utmost care & concern was shown for the manatees and everything was done to ensure that we followed all rules. I wasn't quite comfortable with swimming/snorkeling but was encouraged to do what I could. So I did go into the water but hung on to the ladder. It was perfectly fine to do what I could and no more. I really appreciated that. Spent the rest of the time on the boat and got to know the captain, Judge. Such a kind person and you could tell that he spent his life on the water and indeed was a 3rd generation river lover. He even made sure that I saw manatees right from the boat! Such a fun way to do something that will stay with us the rest of our lives. read more

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Mary M.

5 years ago

AWESOME TRIP!!!! We were with our Grandkids....Jake & Ricky did and amazing job. We saw a huge manatee and a few smaller ones. Everybody is our group got to swim with all the Manatees. We were in a smaller group, and I recommend it. Jake took a ton of pictures. HIGHLY RECOMMEND read more

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Lydia L.

5 years ago

My husband, David and I took my granddaughter, Aliya of 13 years old to Crystal River to do Swim with the Manatees. Dani, our water guide and Captain Steve, really made it happen for us. Not to mention, they were very entertaining on the boat. Dani is a walking Encyclopedia, when it comes to Manatees. It was a great experience, but more importantly, the experience and memories my granddaughter will take back with her to Chicago! We look forward to our next adventure with the Manatees! read more

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Kim W.

5 years ago

Probably one of our favorite experiences! We booked a 7am tour that turned private charter because everyone canceled and it couldn't have been a better experience. Captain Ryan and "Danitee" were great guides and very knowledgeable about the manatees and the surrounding area. You could tell they loved their jobs and they wanted to do their part in protecting the manatees habitat. I would definitely make this a "must do" on any visit to Crystal River area. I know we'll be repeat customers. read more

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Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours - These were some of the many photos "Danitee" took while we were in the water with these amazing animals. - Snorkeling Near Me - Crystal River, Florida

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Shannon T.

3 years ago

Sam and Dylan were amazing!! They showed us some of the best views and sites. Dylan dove to the bottom of one of the springs to take an amazing video for us!! Definitely recommend 10/10 for price, knowledge, friendliness and fun!! read more

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Nata O.

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5 years ago

Online says tour is 3 hours. Arrived 30 min prior to 1pm. We were on a shuttle at 1:26pm. 30 min of just standing around, doing nothing, waiting for other people to get there. Then from a shuttle went to a boat. Our captain Scott seemed angry and pissed off. I work in healthcare, used to people with bad attitudes. They were stressing so much that we need to be quiet and not to stress the maneetes. When we got to the springs, captain Scott dropped that anchor so loud, that it literally scared all the maneetes away. There was one big one who stayed. The guide Danny was touching it, hugging it, and was swimming with fins so she was much faster than all of us, so she got to see them and touch them before any one of us got to even see it. Also, captain Scott seemed like he was irritated at Danny the whole time & she kept apologizing to him for some weird reasons. At the end of a trip, after not seeing any maneetes close by. Danny took pics of us on a boat and said that we can purchase a flash drive for $34.99 with pictures of our trip. What pictures girl? I've been on a boat before .. I wanted a pic with maneetes. And also she said that we should give 5 stars and leave a tip in an envelope for Danny & Scott. Total rip off, and annoying guide with angry captain. I wish I found a different place, so I can enjoy it. When we were on a boat, I've seen other boats and the people were happy and actually saw maneetes and got to see it upclose since their tour guide wasn't crazy touching them and hugging the maneetes. Anyway, disappointed for sure. read more

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Brittney T.

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3 years ago

Jess was such a kind and knowledgeable guide. We were lucky and saw several manatees in the water as well as a couple from the boat. We also saw a variety of fish read more

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Danielle R.

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3 years ago

it was my first time visiting and Captain Judge and Guide Gabby did not disappoint!! i am visiting from new jersey and i honestly didn't know what to expect. i got up close and personal with a momma and a calf, and i cried happy tears today :) and Gabby got some amazing photos that i'll cherish forever definitely recommend this out of body experience read more

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Thomas F.

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4 years ago

What an amazing trip today, they let us wait on the rain moving through the area when our boat captain, Ryan said " lets do this" our guide, Gavin and boat captain Ryan were both top notch guys, we had with us our 5&6 year old grandchildren ( with a short attention span ) whom have never been on a boat before today. They were very timid and not sure of their surroundings but Gavin & Ryan having young children of their own knew time and Patients is the key. After swimming with the manatees Ryan honored us with a slow boat / wildlife ride when we came upon a Newborn manatee and its mother, we got to watch these from the boat for quite a while. This is a "Must Do" and if you have children, request Gavin & Ryan ,,, The Finch's & Kiekhefer's read more

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Angela F.

4 years ago

Snorkeling with manatees was such a cool experience. Our tour guide Dani aka Danatee was AMAZING!! She brought us out to view a momma and baby manatee for over 2 hours! She was very knowledgeable and made this experience that much better giving us fun facts about manatees. I highly recommend doing this, and ask for Dani and Judge!! read more

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Alanna S.

5 years ago

Our journey with Fun 2 Dive was on a beautiful, hot, sunny day. Because it was so warm outside, manatees were sparse, but our fearless leaders Lucas and Captain Scott got us an unforgettable manatee encounter. Lucas is a real life Aquaman who has incredible knowledge of and connection with the sea and its creatures. Captain Scott is an experienced ocean navigator who went the extra mile to search for good dive spots. Can't wait to come back when it's a bit chillier in hopes of more manatee meet-ups! read more

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April J.

2 years ago

Meeting the manatees was great and our tour guide Tyler was nice, but I was really looking forward to the photos we were promised at the end and was met with disappointment. Other tours got great photos of them with the manatees whereas our tour guide took not a single photo of anyone in the tour actually with manatees. We got photos of us from above the water with our heads underneath, unrecognizable. Right next to our guide, a manatee came up to my face and practically kissed me, and not even a single photo of the interaction or any others were documented. If you go, bring your own water camera for quality photos. They also charge 25$ for one photo and 45 for 2 or more. read more

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Matt W.

4 years ago

Went out today with Gavin and Captain Jason. They brought us right out to the manatees and we hopped right in the water. Little rainy but the manatees are already wet so a little rain doesn't bother them. Was so cool being up close and hearing all about the big creatures. All in all a great trip glad they were able to take me out. Would love to do it again definitely recommend it. Thank you! read more

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Debra L.

4 years ago

Omg!!!! This was one of the best experiences of my life. We had the opportunity to spend over 15-30 minutes with one manatee. It had barnacles all over it but it would lay on its back then flip over and come up for a breath. It's face was adorable. Also, our guide Kaleigh and the captain of the boat, Gavin were amazing. I highly recommend Fun2dive and the two of them. read more

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Ian F.

3 years ago

Can't say enough good things about these guys. We did the standard tour today early morning. Captain Ryan and our guide Kaylee were fantastic. The experience was way more significant than I expected. The manatees are graceful and majestic and the guides have a bond with them that's palpable. One of the babies came to the surface and rested his head on our guides arms before falling asleep. It's hard to beat as a interaction with nature. read more

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Carol R.

3 years ago

Today was one of those "perfect" days to see manatees. Our guides, Dylan and Jessica were fantastic and very knowledgeable of where to go, along with tidbits of history of the area. We were lucky enough today to see a baby in the 3 Sisters Crystal Rivers area, where the water was clear. We saw many varieties of fish as well. I highly recommend this tour, but of course nature rules, so whatever she chooses to share is what you get! Our snorkeling tour was right before a rainstorm hit, so the manatees were likely moving into the warmer waters. Thanks guys for a very fun and memorable afternoon! read more

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Catherine D.

4 years ago

We had an amazing time with the manatees today! Captain Ryan, witty & knowledgeable, brought is to the perfect spot so Guide Gabby, patient & passionate about manatees, could help us experience interacting with several manatees & took terrific photos! We even saw a mama manatee nursing her baby! read more

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Sara S.

6 years ago

First I want to start by saying that I highly recommend this tour and if you're coming to Crystal River to swim with manatees, this is the group to go with! My mother and I are from out of town, and I absolutely love manatees, so my mother thought this would be the perfect idea for something for us to do. She was completely right! Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours is affordable and all inclusive. Thank goodness they give you wetsuits because the water can be freezing! The employees informed us at the beginning that we may not get the experience we were hoping for because it was a warmer day and that there were a lot of people on the water. They said that a few of the groups they had taken out that morning, unfortunately, were not able to get an experience with a manatee. The employees gave us three options: either we can still go, reschedule, or a get a refund. We decided to still go. As soon as we pulled out of Pete's Pier and starting entering the waterway towards Hunter Springs State Park, Misty immediately spotted a manatee. We all lined up and entered the water one by one, then swam up to Misty. Let me tell you, this is an amazing experience! Misty made sure to either direct the kayakers to move or just moved them herself so that they wouldn't scare the manatee away or hurt it on accident, which allowed our group to be closer than anyone else to the manatee. Misty showed us the manatee and we were literally inches from this big beautiful animal. The water (and goggles) were so clear that we could see it's entire body, tail, and cute face. Our group was able to swim alongside the manatee as it swam and fed along the bottom of the river. Some of the younger girls from our group even said they could literally hear the manatee munching on the sea-grass underwater! Another amazing thing is that our boat Captain, Ryan, was there as soon as each individual of our group returned to the boat to assist them with getting back on, gathering equipment, and getting warmed back up by offering everyone a cup of hot chocolate (which he had ready in just a few seconds)! Ryan and Misty made this such an amazing experience for everyone. Fun 2 Dive has amazing customer service and offers such an unforgettable experience. If you're looking to swim with manatees in Crystal River, Florida, Fun 2 Dive is the place to go!! read more

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Michelle A.

7 years ago

Incredible Experience! Captain Jeff and First mate Kelly were the ultimate hosts. They were very knowledgeable of the area, located manatees for us (in the summer) and made everyone feel very comfortable. It was an incredible experience with our manatee encounter. I was impressed and will definitely book this tour again with visiting family. The entire outfitter was professional, the building was nice and welcoming. The drive was very short. They provided all the equipment you need with new masks and snorkels. The boat was clean and newer and adequately stocked with the proper safety gear. We had over 100 pictures that were taken by the First mate. Totally worth the cost of the zip drive at the end of the tour. I was very pleased with the adventure and look forward to another visit soon. read more

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Maddie G.

2 years ago

Gabi and Brody were absolutely great and made the experience worth it. It was obvious that they were some of the most knowledgeable in the bay and successfully found us some manatees to swim with. We felt very safe and like we were set up for success. I would definitely recommend Fun 2 Dive to anyone looking to experience some adorable manatees! read more

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Mac E.

3 years ago

Our snorkel guide Tyler and our Captain Brody did a fantastic job locating the manatees for us to swim with. Even in June, we were able to hang out with different manatees. We started in one location, then we climbed back on board and moved to another location to swim with more. Wonderful experience. read more

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Last Mango B.

4 years ago

We had a great time on our Manatee tour with Capt. Steve and Kaylee! Capt. Steve and Kaylee are great with kids. The boat was comfortable. The gear is new and in great shape. Both Capt Steve and Kaylee are knowledgeable guides! We would highly recommend! read more

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Marshall W.

2 years ago

Captain Garrett and our guide Storm were amazing. They both knew the area and wildlife. Lots of information, friendly and saw plenty of manatees. read more

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Ruby B.

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5 years ago

Such an awesome experience!! Captain Evan and our tour guide Levi were amazing , would definitely recommend them and Fun 2 Dive !! read more

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Amanda T.

2 years ago

Captain Garrett and Krystal were amazing. She was very attentive to the group and made sure we had an amazing time! 100% would recommend doing! read more

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Garvin B.

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6 years ago

We are from los angles california. We came far to see manatees. Cat our guide was hellpful,nice,informative. Judge our captian was nice,helpful. Both cared about us getting our money worth. If you want to see manatee in crystwl river come to f2drive. You wont regret it read more

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Veronica B.

2 years ago

Had Gabby and Captain Brody, was a great trip! They take the time to find a good place for you to be with the manatees and were super knowledgeable! Definitely recommend! read more

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Amanda B.

3 years ago

Storm and Alex were AMAZING! My friend and I took a semi private tour and Storm and Alex really took care of us. They took us all around the area looking for spots that weren't crowded with people and we ended up having the best experience! A manatee came up to us and grabbed on to each one of us, it was truly magical and a once in a lifetime experience for sure, thank you so much!! read more

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Christine K.

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6 years ago

If we could give 10 stars we would. Captain Billy and first mate Lucas made my 40th birthday trip the best experience we have ever had. Our expectations weren't very high because we had never done it and all the locals said that this season was awful but they should of gone with Billy and Lucas. Not only did Lucas make sure we came home with 90 scallops but he actually showed us how to find them. What impressed us so much is how much both Billy and Lucas loved their jobs and the water and wanted to make sure we loved the water too. Lucas even prepared several for us to enjoy the tradition of eating them raw. Lucas is the man of many talents including looking like a real life Tarzan . Let me tell you ladies I never knew we had 8 abs until yesterday. Book a charter with Lucas and you won't be sorry. If you can get Billy as your captain you are guaranteed to have the most amazing time. read more

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Maddy B.

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6 years ago

We rented a tandem kayak for the day $60. Robin helped us out tremendously by going over the map of the area and giving great recommendations. They take you to the ramp and pick you up when you're done. read more

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Valera P.

5 years ago

My wife and I saw manatees for the first time in our lives. We really enjoyed. We ordered tickets on the Internet, arrived at the office, we were shown a video before the tour. Where it was briefly shown how to behave correctly with manatees, so that they would not be uncomfortable. Then guide Danny and we went to the boat. The captain drove us to the place where the manatees were. We got a lot of positive impressions. All employees are very friendly, they provide simple and easy-to-understand instructions. They do their job professionally and with a smile on their face. Thank you guys. Goodbye, Manatee. read more

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Jaimie I.

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6 years ago

I cannot express how much I loved this business and the experience. First off, as a single mom this experience was way more affordable than the parks in Orlando. I highly recommend the semi private tour so that you get more encounters with the beautiful manatees with less people fighting for space. Secondly, everyone that works here was so nice. We had Jake, Bri, and Jason as our guides and captain and they were so great with my kids and taking loads of pictures while teaching us about the manatees. I cannot stress enough how amazing they were with my kids and making them feel comfortable in the water and around the manatees. From the check in to the checkout, the entire staff was super friendly and helpful. I would love to come back and hang out with all of them. The overall snorkeling was just breath taking and I'm completely in awe of these creatures. I think I could do this tour every single day and never get bored. Highly, highly recommend! read more

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Melody Glassman G.

3 years ago

They do not take you into the springs. In fact I guess they are not allowed. If you want to swim with manatees, you are better off renting a boat. Years ago my husband and I swam with manatees. We were in the springs. You can stand and see where they are easily. Now you are taken into the river, where you cannot see anything. With water moccasins in the river and whatever else, you can't see. You have to use a noodle. It is hard to interact with them. It is ashame that people ruin everything for all. read more

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Krista B.

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Jessica was our guide and not only was she extremely knowledgeable but also hilarious. She and Ricky were so well educated on all the local wildlife. They worked together to find several manatees including a mommy and a calf. This is a MUST DO ! read more

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Linda B.

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So much fun! We are still grateful for this experience. The staff is so helpful and nice and we had the best time with Andrew and captain Ryan. Also they're very considerate of the animals. read more

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Jasen And Ashley G.

4 years ago

We had a great time with Captain Tyler and a our guide Garrett. These guys gave us a very personal experience and we would highly recommend Fun2Dive. We had seen many other companies on the water with boats packed with 20-30 people. Fun2Dive keeps their tours small and gives a great experience. We'll worth the money. read more

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Michael K.

3 years ago

We had a wonderful time with Fun 2 Dive and our manatee tour. Our tour guides made sure our tour was filled with great views and plenty of time with the manatees. Sam, our swim guide was very helpful and kept us in perfect viewing areas. Garret our boat captain was super informative and kept our girls entertained while my wife and I swam with the manatees. We highly recommend this wonderful adventure read more

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C G.

3 years ago

This was an AMAZING experience! Would definitely recommend this experience & company to anyone! The staff went above & beyond to ensure that we enjoyed every moment! Our instructor, Crystal, did an outstanding job and made the experience so much more fun! She ensured that each guest got quality, personalized time with the animals, and she was overall a joy to be around. THANK YOU Fun 2 Dive for this once in a lifetime day! Will never forget! Book with Fun 2 Dive! read more

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Leeann G.

4 years ago

Tour Guide Dani and Captain Ryan were the best. Exceeded my expectations. I'll be visiting again. read more

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135 NE 3rd St
Crystal River, FL 34429
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What time does Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours open?

Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours opens at 9:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours close?

Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours closes at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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Does Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours take credit cards?

Yes, Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours takes credit cards.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours have bike parking?

Yes, Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours has bike parking.

Does Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours have parking?

Yes, Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours wheelchair accessible?

No, Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours is not wheelchair accessible.

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Yes, Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours has free WiFi.

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Fun 2 Dive offers world class tours to snorkel with manatees in their natural habitat. Come join us on this amazing adventure that is only available in Crystal River, Florida. Over the last 25 years thousands of people from all over the world have joined Fun 2 Dive for this unique adventure that takes place within the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge. Tours are conducted daily, year round. Reservations can be made online from our website. Our decades of guiding visitors on this adventure have allowed us to perfect our trips. Our groups are small and each group has it own personal in-water guide who will be right by your side every step of the way. Even though our boats are designed to accommodate more passengers, the maximum number of people that we take on a tour is limited to no more than 6 per boat. Our tours include all the gear needed to have a wonderful time experiencing the manatees in the beautiful waters of King's Bay. Our manatee tours are 3-4 hours long depending on the tour package you select and we offer them daily year-round. The first trip out in the morning meets at our shop at 7:00 and the last trip of the day meets at 12:00.

History

Established in 1995.

Fun 2 Dive has been conducting manatee snorkel tours in Crystal River, Florida since 1995. We are a full service tour company offering daily trips into the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge.

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“Captain Ryan and "Danitee" were great guides and very knowledgeable about the manatees and the surrounding area.”

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Fred H.

9 years ago

Lots of options... and Fun2Dive is a solid choice for snorkeling/manatee viewing! There are lots of options for manatee viewing in Crystal River. My research was limited to a Google search and checking out the websites for the three best reviewed. I was very happy with my choice. Fun2Dive had a very serviceable website and was the only option I checked out that had easy online booking. The other websites offered phone booking (come on, it's 2017!) and reviews indicated that was a pain in the buns. Fun2Dive was also offering a "Spring Break special" which was ten dollars below their standard rate... excellent! Location was easy to find and accessible, with parking adjacent to the building. In regards to the actual experience, it was fun and enjoyable. I was just traveling solo through the area and had heard about the manatee experience so signed up on a whim. This is an experience chiefly aimed at families and couples, but they made things inclusive and I didn't feel uncomfortable (I was with a family of four). I went at the end of March so manatees were relatively scarce, as they had moved out to the Gulf for the season (you definitely want to go in January/February if manatee viewing is your main trip objective). However, we found two resident manatee and that was enough to placate my manatee curiosity (though I think I may return for a Jan/Feb experience in the future). Over half our time was on the boat slowly (speed limits in manatee areas) trolling for manatee. The young captain (he was new to the area and the company) was pleasant/conversant and the guide provided info about manatee and the local area during our search. The guide helped the young boy (around 10) who was struggling a bit with the snorkel (you float on pool noodles and have buoyant wetsuits so swimming is not a major issue). She also took pictures of the group/manatees and Fun2Dive provided a complementary USB drive with these pictures at the end of the experience. Sorry for the rambling, I just wanted to provide an idea of what the experience would entail as I went in rather blind. Overall, I recommend - and would choose again - Fun2Dive due to: - website with easy online booking - extremely friendly and welcoming staff (including young but fun crew) - no pushy add on sales (though they have manatee merchandise available) - competitive price (was actually the best available given sale at time of my booking) - small group size (limited to six, I believe) - guide pictures with complementary USB - readily apparent desire to make it a rewarding experience for everyone involved read more

Margaret L.

13 years ago

Swim with manatees! But this was not a contrived experience with a trained pet manatee in a pond like most swim-with-dolphins, etc. You swim/snorkel in the river and bay with wild manatees, all done in a caring and respectful way. Small groups only (ours was 6 people) so no cattle boat experience. We saw one of those while we were out, 30 people all jumping in on 1 poor little manatee at once (get 'em!) who quickly disappeared. Our captain really knew how to maneuver the boat to keep the manatees calm and peaceful. Despite it being wrong season, terrible day, etc. etc. our captain still found several manatees, taught us how to enter the water, swim, etc. to help the mantees be unstressed and happy. Result: I swam literally 1-2 feet away from a mother and newborn calf for a couple of hours (they stay out as long as you want to, no schedule or rush to get back). Plus they furnish gear, snakcs, etc. as well. I am a 30+ years diver and nature lover with many hours logged in/on the water, yet this snorkel trip with the manatees is one of my best days on the water ever. And it was totally because of the care and attention that the captains at Fun 2 Dive give both their patrons and the environment. read more

Jon M.

7 years ago

What an amazing time that we had for the family. We went on the manatee tour and were able to be up close with 4 manatee. The captain (Hunter) and the guide (Katlyn) did some an amazing job of locating the manatee and making sure that we were able to see the up close and personal. We had so much fun that we decided to book a scalloping tour for the next day. Katlyn and Ray were awesome and spent the entire time in the water with us to make sure that we were able to find and capture as many scallops as possible. We highly recommend Fun2Dive and the team for a great day on/in the water. It was very obvious that all of the team truly love what they do and want to share it with you. After our catch, the team helped us clean our Scallops and recommended that we take them to Seafood Seller to have them prepared for us for dinner. Robin went above and beyond to help us with the scallops. We caught enough scallops for the whole family to eat. A great recommendation. We were staying over 2 hours away from Fun2Dive and felt it was well worth the trip for both days. We have a 12 year old and a 16 year old. Both boys had a great time on these adventures. Highly recommended by us. read more

K D.

9 years ago

What an awesome time! I'll start out by saying it was FREEZING on the day of our tour...literally! It was 29 degrees as we boarded the van to go to the boat. Of course we had reservations about going....we're only human. We had a group of 6....4 who had previous manatee encounter experience and 2 who didn't. We decided to brave the cold. We were well cared for by Laura at the store who made sure we had everything we needed to have the best tour possible. Our captain David and in water guide Corey couldn't have been more professional but at the same time were welcoming, informative, and fun to hang out with. Both engaged our group on the way out to the springs. We enjoyed the attention that you receive on a smaller boat. We saw other boats out there with 15 people in them. Corey did an awesome job of guiding us around in the water to give us the best encounters without distressing the manatees in the process. We each got quality time with manatees who seemed as interested in meeting us as we were in meeting them! This is a must do activity if you're in the area and worth the trip if you're not. Our thanks to the hearty and friendly Fun2dive staff! read more

Brandon A.

1 year ago

This weekend, we had the incredible opportunity to swim with the gentle giants of Crystal River, Florida, thanks to Fun2Dive! If you've never experienced the magic of sharing the water with these beautiful creatures, it's something you absolutely need to add to your bucket list. A huge thank you to Courtney & Anthony for the invite and also Carolyn Ayers for braving for braving the cold and making this adventure even more special. From the moment we hopped in, we were surrounded by the calm and curious manatees, gliding gracefully through the clear spring waters. The guide "Gabby" at Fun2Dive was amazing--knowledgeable, fun, and passionate about protecting these incredible animals and their habitat. Also big shout out to Capt: Judge he is awesome guy and 3 gen Capt! If you're looking for a unique way to connect with nature and make lifelong memories, this is it. Crystal River is a gem, and Fun2Dive knows how to make it a truly magical experience. #SwimWithManatees #CrystalRiver #Fun2Dive #AdventureAwaits read more

Steve G.

9 years ago

We purchased a VIP Manatee Snorkel Trip for January 1, 2017. We had a party of 5, and Fun 2 Dive provided 3 employees to go with us - Rick (boat captain), and Corey and Lauren (both tour guides). First of all, the pontoon boat was the nicest boat on the water. In comparison, most of the other boats looked like they were in service for decades. Our pontoon was new and incredibly clean and well stocked with snacks and beverages. Rick didn't just drive the boat, he made sure to point out every passing manatee to us and everyone else in or near the water. His vantage point on the boat was clearly an asset as he told us to look right or left, inevitably directly at a passing manatee. Corey and Lauren joined us in the water and were great guides and photographers. They were nice, engaging and very helpful in finding and, when appropriate, helping us interact with the manatees. We obviously paid extra for a private tour, but it was well worth the cost. We would highly recommend this company and crew. read more

Caitlin M.

9 years ago

This trip was an absolute pleasure. From the woman in the shop to the people on the boat, everyone was incredibly friendly. It was freezing outside, so some of us stayed on the boat. They had a wonderful time chatting with the captain and watching the manatees over the side of the boat. The rest of use went into the warm water with a guide. We weren't even in the water yet when a manatee showed up! He was chewing on the boat's rope as I was climbing down the ladder, and we were able to watch him play. I was so excited when I looked to my left and saw a manatee swimming between my cousin and me. We found a mama, her new baby, and her older baby. I was able to pet the new baby because he approached us and was playing around. I loved sticking my ears underwater to hear him squeaking to his mother. It was an absolute joy to go out in the water with them. Our guide even took pictures for us! I recommend this to anyone looking for a fun, unique experience. read more

Nichole Z.

3 years ago

My family had a great experience. I don't often write reviews, but I really feel like the experience warranted it. Firstly, the team was able to rebook our tour with short notice, which was so appreciated due to an unforeseen circumstance. Secondly, the captain and guide worked with my family to accommodate one of my children who has autism and an intellectual disability. The willingness to try things or suggest things to help my whole family have a successful day is so appreciated. Not all companies and people are flexible enough to help someone who has different needs. As a mom of a child with a disability, this means the world to me. Captain Ryan and Storm were great, and we were able to see many manatees in a way that was ethical and compassionate to the animals and to the participants. I would do this tour again in a heartbeat, and would recommend this company to anyone without hesitation!!! read more

Marlene G.

9 years ago

This is an excellent dive company. They go out of their way to give their customers the ultimate experience. I did this tour with friends in May 2017, and we had such a great time that I came back there today with my son. It was even better because this time we hit the jackpot and saw a mama and baby manatee today, and the baby was very playful and curious. It was such a beautiful, interactive experience. We saw another one close-up in clearer water and then explored House Spring. Our dive guide, Ricky, was very friendly, informative, patient, professional, and worked hard to give us the best views. Our boat captain, Dallas (aka, "Aqua Man") was also great. A cool, laid-back guy who made us smile with his frequent jokes, he is also knowledgeable about all sorts of marine life. It was such a positive, life-changing experience. I highly recommend it to all. I will be back again sometime soon! read more

Debra S.

7 years ago

Had an amazing experience with Fun 2 Dive on Thanksgiving Day, 2020. Our guide and boat captain were fun, and fabulously knowledgeable. My younger son struggled a bit with getting used to the snorkel, and our guide was so patient with him, helping him to relax and persevering until he felt comfortable on his own. My older teenaged son-who hadn't been sure he wanted to give up half a day doing this-said it was one of the best experiences he'd had and was glad we'd pushed him to go. We saw 15-20 manatees and were able to get very close, some even swam right under us while we floated. I am so glad we did this and would highly recommend it to other nature lovers. A once in a lifetime experience-although I will make it twice in a lifetime if I'm able to get back there again:) read more

Emily D.

7 years ago

Shania and Captain Jason gave a fantastic VIP tour for our family of four. She got in the water with us and guided where to get the best vantage for viewing - really a must!! On top of that it was nice to have a captain on deck to move the boat and keep an eye out topside for other manatees. We've done Family Ventures and this exceeds by far because of the guide who takes your pics in the water and her instruction. She really made it fun and had so much knowledge to share. VIP has a stellar boat that fits six and has hot beverages and snacks. You will meet at their office/store and they will bus you the 1 mille to the harbor. Go to the Seafood Seller Restaurant after for lunch. Can't say enough great things - this may be our new family tradition! Emily -Colorado read more

Gerald R.

5 years ago

This was our first experience going snorkeling or swimming with manatees so myself and my wife were both apprehensive.on our arrival we were both looking for a large sign and a big fancy building but you will not find that here.the office is located on a small residential street and the office and parking lot are small but big enough.once inside the staff were friendly and answered any questions we had.they made sure our wet suits fitted ok they showed us how to wear and use the snorkel mask correctly.on this day we were lucky as we quickly found a mom and her baby.we were in the water early in our three hour tour and it was fantastic.our boat captain Ricky and our tour guide Bree were excellent I would highly recommend going here. read more

Karen M.

7 years ago

I visited some friends over the week and really wanted to snorkel with the manatees while in the area. The semi-private group tour with Fun2Dive did NOT disappoint! We had 5 people in our group with Tanner at the wheel and Ricky helping out in the water. I panicked a little getting into the water, but Ricky left the group to come back and help me overcome my fear. I'm soooo glad he did because once I was in the water, it was amazing! We hung out with one manatee for a good half hour getting pictures and floating above her while she ate. Whenever I started to lose sighting of her, Ricky would pull me along so I could be near her again. We got lots of pictures and made wonderful memories! I can't recommend Fun2Dive enough! read more

Tricia V.

7 years ago

Such an amazing experience. From the moment that my husband and I walked in, every person that we encountered was helpful, kind, friendly, and thrilled that I was looking so forward to the experience. We went on the VIP tour, and encountered multiple manatees on our trip. Rickie was so fun, and very knowledgeable. He answered every question, and made sure that all of us were able to see the manatees up close while still keeping the manatees safe. Capt. Jason was also great- full of great information, and made sure that I had a hot drink when coming back to the boat. The flash drive with photos and videos is such a great memento of memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you so much for everything, I plan to be back!!! read more

Carrine A.

3 years ago

I highly recommend this company! Captain Jason gave us a recommendation for dinner and he was 100% right it was delicious! Now Gabby our guide, wow what a wealth of information regarding manatees. She was so kind to all of us. I learned quickly to stay close to the guide to experience the viewing of manatees. She was so welcoming and worked with Captain Jason to make sure we had the best experience! Also, Gabby took the best pictures and captured one of myself and my family looking at a manatee. I will cherish that picture forever. I will never be able to thank Gabby enough for this amazing adventure! I would highly recommend this place!! read more

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Heather P.

9 years ago

We were very disappointed in this tour. Our swim ended about 30 minutes early and we did not spend much time in the water. I understand it is an animal encounter and Fun 2 Dive cannot guarantee seeing or swimming with manatees but our only encounter was with about 20 other people (from different tour companies) trying to look at 3-4 manatees. I believe this would have been a better experience if we had gone earlier in the year; we went at the end of March. Our swim guide (Tara - I think) was really sweet and very knowledgeable about the area. Overall we do not feel the tour was worth the cost. read more

Lisa K.

9 years ago

It was super easy to find the place with GPS. Everything was well run and organized when we arrived, so it all went smoothly even with 4 kids under 10. Both the captain and our guide were knowledgeable, patient and fun. They worked hard to meet our unique needs to allow for a great experience based on what we wanted and needed. They helped teach the kids just a bit away from the manatees and bring them over when the got calm enough to not scare the manatees. Would use them again and it was great value for the money. Especially liked getting hot chocolate after getting out with the cool wind. read more

Jayne J.

11 years ago

Sunday, my family went out with Captain Joe to swim with the Manatees. It was wonderful, well beyond our expectations. Capt. Joe is one of the few captains that go into the water with you. He shows and helps you to watch and swim with the manatees in a respectful way. Capt. took us to different area, to make sure we had ever opportunity to swim and visit with the manatees. He provided us with clean wet suits and shoes. He only takes 6 people on his boat, to make sure he gives everyone individual help. The day is yours which is unbelievable. read more

Rhiannon B.

9 years ago

We booked the VIP experience since we had 5 of us and I wanted pictures without having to worry about it myself!! Crystal our swim guide and Laura our boat captain were awesome and full of information and making sure that everyone had a great time and time to see the Manatee. We witnessed our guide and another help rescue a baby trapped in the gates, and overall enjoyed seeing the marine life, and the manatee's natural habitat. Would definalty do this again! read more

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