Our Top-Ranked Manatee Tour
Conservation Is at the Heart of Everything We Do
We believe the greatest gift we can give our guests isn’t just an amazing wildlife encounter.
It’s helping create lifelong ambassadors for manatee conservation.
More Than a Tour. A Privilege.
Imagine slipping quietly into the crystal-clear waters of Florida’s beautiful spring-fed rivers as a gentle manatee slowly glides beneath you. There are no loud crowds, no rushing from place to place, and no performances. Just you, your family, and one of nature’s most peaceful creatures sharing a moment you’ll remember for the rest of your life.
This isn’t a theme park attraction.
This is one of the most unique wildlife experiences in North America.
Every day we are humbled and grateful for the opportunity to introduce our guests to these incredible animals while helping protect them for future generations.
A Different Kind of Adventure
Our captains and in water guides don’t just take you to see manatees. They teach you about them.
You’ll learn why these gentle giants return to our springs, how they communicate, how mothers care for their calves, and why protecting their habitat is so important. By the end of your tour, you’ll leave with memories that last a lifetime and a much deeper appreciation for one of Florida’s most beloved endangered species.
We feel incredibly blessed to share these gentle animals with our guests, and we hope every person who steps aboard leaves not only with amazing memories but with a greater appreciation for the responsibility we all share in protecting Florida’s manatees.
Come discover why so many families return year after year.
Our goal isn’t simply to help you see a manatee. Our goal is to help you understand one.
-Captain Parker
Three Sisters Springs Gets a Break
“Daily Manatee Tours are active. Three Sisters Springs temporary closure does not affect our tours.”
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Amazing! We went out with Captain Cephas and he was super cool and knowledgeable. We had been to three sister springs on our own a few years back and wasn’t a good experience. But this time was great! We were here a little late in the season so it was harder to see them, but we did and we saw a mama and baby too! We will be back again! Thank you Captain again for an amazing trip and memories 💙❤️
– Google, Lori Krapf
We so enjoyed our trip today with the Captain. The trip was very relaxed. We arrived, were given wetsuits and safety information, and off we went. We loved that it was a small group so that when we did see a mother and calf there were just a few of us, so we all had great views. I even got bumped by the baby!
– Tripadvisor, Donna G.
We had a great tour! Our captain and guide were very friendly and knowledgeable about the local area and manatees. We got to see some manatees and swim with a couple. We also got to go see one of the springs. Great experience, I would recommend booking with them!
– Google, Emily Cowles
I had an incredible experience on this tour swimming with the manatees. Our captain was friendly and knowledgeable, helping us locate the manatees and giving us ample time to swim with these beautiful animals. I highly recommend this tour to all visiting the area.
– Google, Julia Klein
We clearly came at the wrong time of year (summer). There were few manatees (we saw about 4-5) and the river was the colour of tea so visibility under water was almost nil. However, spotting these animals from the surface and being able to get in the river with them and seeing them (just) swim under you was amazing. Notwithstanding the wildlife, the river and surrounds were beautiful & the boat Captain very knowledgeable and personable.
– Tripadvisor, Allen S
It was such a wonderful experience. Even though it was the off-season in August, our guide went above and beyond, and we were able to swim with a manatee for a very long time. We were also the only ones on the boat, so we had a private tour, which was incredible. Our guide was incredibly kind! I would do it again in a heartbeat!
We received a friendly welcome from two dive instructors who explained everything we needed to know. "Please don't make any sudden movements" when the manatee swims towards you. These animals aren't aggressive; they're peaceful creatures that live in this river. We saw several swimming right in front of us, under us, and beside us.
– Google, Heike D
My Family of 10 and I joined captain Parker and his crew for a crazy wonderful day with the manatees. I was a little worried at first, since they only allowed 6 people per boat, but having 2 boats for our family was a great day. Captain Chris and CG were patient and extremely knowledgeable in finding the right manatees. This was a nice break from our daily lives. Having our own private boats was amazing and then to Swim with the manatees, with my family - Priceless!!!! Thank you so much, my kids have not stopped talking about the manatees.
– Tripadvisor, Clair