Manatee Encounters in Crystal River, Florida
Providing 5 Star Manatee Snorkel Tours since 1995!
SWIM WITH MANATEES ON OUR MOST POPULAR WILDLIFE TOURS
Crystal River Florida is the only place in the United States where you can legally swim with these amazing and gentle creatures right in their own natural habitat. Crystal River, FL boasts the largest concentration of manatees in the world and since 1995 Fun 2 Dive has been the leader in bringing visitors face to face with these gentle giants.
You can review available manatee tour options below to get more information on each tour that we offer. Online reservations are quick, easy, and secure, and booking confirmations are immediate via email. Take some time to browse around our website as there is a lot of information here. Be sure to visit our FAQ page for answers to the most commonly asked questions. Manatee Tours operate daily year round including most major holidays. Reservations in advance are required
Donât want to get in the water? No problem! You can enjoy a nice leisurely river cruise and see the manatees from the boat.
CHOOSE YOUR WILDLIFE ADVENTURE
Crystal River, Florida boasts the largest concentration of Manatees in the world, so there is no question why we are known globally as the “Home of the Manatees”.
ABOUT FUN 2 DIVE
Welcome to Fun 2 Dive Manatee Tours where we specialize in five-star small, semi-private, and private manatee snorkeling tours. We are open daily, year-round.
We conduct tours to swim with manatees in the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge. Tours are conducted from stable boats with heavy duty ladders, where we enter the water to encounter wild manatees in their natural habitat.
In 1983, the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge was established in Kings Bay to specifically protect the Florida manatees that consider this area their home. Kingâs Bay is fed by 40 natural springs, which maintain a constant temperature of 72 °F (22 °C) â a temperature that the Manatees love and need.
OVER 3000 FIVE-STAR TRIP ADVISOR REVIEWS!
Ryan and Jessica were great to tour with, extremely knowledgeable, and went out of their way to look for manatees further away from the crowds when possible. We saw several manatees and a few calves with their moms. Fun 2 Dive staff are very friendly and respectful to the environment and the animals which I hope we all learn from in the years to come. They also take excellent photographs, so you can leave your camera at home.
– Wanderer572928, TripAdvisor
Just went on our first trip out to see the manatees. Captain Jason and guide Bree were amazing and so patient. The knowledge they both shared made the trip magical. If you come to see manatees I would definitely go with Fun 2 Dive. The entire staff was awesome and worked together to ensure we all had great tours and made memories to last a lifetime.
– onecaligirl22, TripAdvisor
This was worth the money. We visited in the "off season" for manatees and were a little worried we might not find one. However, our guides knew all the best places and we were in the water for over 2 hours within a few feet of them. The equipment provided was like new and we were given helpful instructions on appropriate behavior when interacting with the manatees. We chose the 6 people or less in a group option and I would say the smaller the group had better the experience.
– Michael T, TripAdvisor
One of the absolute best experiences weâve ever had. My dive partner Ryan, and our Captain Jason made this trip one of the best weâve ever done. They are professional, knowledgeable, and absolutely delightful to be with. Even if youâre not swimming & you just stay on the boat to observe it's a fabulous way to spend a few hours. If youâre ever looking for an exceptional Florida adventure, look no further! Weâll be back!
– Erica L, TripAdvisor
I can honestly say this was my greatest experience to date. Dani was very knowledgeable and made us feel comfortable searching for manatees. She took great pictures and made sure our group was all accounted for. Captain Ryan, our boat driver, was very informative about the areas and waters. He knew key spots to dive into. Also had a couple laughs along the way. Top notch service!
– Richard W, TripAdvisor
Great staff, super friendly, great with our kids, very knowledgeable, answered all our questions and more! We had a great experience with them, and were able to be out with the manatees for quite a while. They seem to genuinely love their job. We really enjoyed our time with you! Thank you for giving us some great memories.
– Thisismyname, TripAdvisor
Our family of 5 had our own 6 person boat with Megan and Ryan. They found a mother and calf for us to dive with for almost 2 hours! Plus we hit a crystal clear spring. Awesome service and all their equipment was clean and in great condition. Highly recommend them and we will return with 3 kids aged 10, 8 and 5.
– Rather_Nomadic, TripAdvisor