Manatee & Eco River Tours

11/19/2024

We are switching up websites and booking companies and should have tour dates posted in the next couple of weeks. In the meantime call us to book or to find out more information. 239.699.4513

Captain John and Kathy

10/29/2024

We were on an Eco tour today coming out of the Franklin Lock heading west and enjoyed a few moments with a mother manatee and her calf. Water temperature was 77 degrees at the time of the observation. It won't be long!!!!

09/26/2024

MANATEE REPORTING: After Hurricane Helene passes, if you see manatees in distress or unusual places (like a parking lot ditch!) please call FWC at 1-888-404-3922. We coordinate with this state agency to identify manatees in distress and their rescue! Stay safe out there!

08/15/2024

USCG Master Captain John Cookman has been nominated for the 2024 Elaine McLaughlin Outstanding Hospitality Service Awards (the E Awards), sponsored by the Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau and the News-The News-Press (Fort Myers and Cape Coral).

We are deeply honored that someone took the time to share their experience and nominated him! He's fantastic and has a passion for the environment! CONGRATULATIONS Captain John!!!

07/12/2024

We’re thrilled to be nominated for the 2024 Best of Florida Awards! Every vote counts, and we need yours. Cast your vote today to help Manatee & Eco River Tours win! GUIDEtoFLORIDA.com/best-of/vote/sports-fitness

Vote for your favorites in Guide to Florida's annual Best of Florida awards!

04/17/2024

Sunset tours on the River Queen II can be fun. Reach out if you'd like to join us!

www.manateeandecorivertours.com to book or call us to schedule a private trip. Minimum of 6 people.

02/13/2024

2/11/24-2/18/24 there will be no manatee tours offered due to a death in our family. The following week will depend on the water temperatures in the Gulf of Mexico and surrounding estuaries as to whether or not we will be conducting manatee tours. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Kathy & Captain John

04/26/2023

Join us for a Cinco de Mayo Sunset Cruise! We will have fantastic themed food selections! Sign up to join us for a beautiful night on the water. Friday - May 5, 2023 departing Sweetwater Landing Marina 6:45 p.m. Visit our website to register. www.manateeandecorivertours.com

04/22/2023

04/01/2023

Join us when you're in the Fort Myers, FL area! Visit our website to book directly. Currently offering Eco River Tours as well as Sunset Tours on the Caloosahatchee.

More than just a boat ride!

03/26/2023

Another beautiful evening on the Caloosahatchee. Sunset , birds, good food, great fellowship!

02/09/2023

The water in the Gulf of Mexico has warmed up to over 70 degrees! And with that means the departure of manatees from the Orange and Caloosahatchee Rivers where we offer our tours.

Unless we have a prolonged cold snap that would lower the Gulf of Mexico temperatures, it looks like our manatee tour season has ended.

We are now offering Eco River Tours and will open Sunset Tours for booking after March 1st.

Thank you! We hope to see you soon.

01/16/2023

A picture perfect day for a manatee trip! Wonderful guests on board, laughter, warmth of blankets and lots of manatees to see! Had a manatee flossing on our anchor line!

01/05/2023

  September 28, 2022 will be a date that southwest Florida will never forget. That is that date that Hurricane Ian struck our area. It devastated Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel, and many areas of Lee County, Florida. Including homes and businesses along the Caloosahatchee River (which…

12/28/2022

We hope you will consider joining us for a manatee tour in January or February 2023.

Remember the Gulf of Mexico water temperature needs to be below 70 degrees Fahrenheit for the manatees to come into our tour area.

www.manateeandecorivertours.com to book your adventure!

More than just a boat ride!

09/09/2022

Join us Friday - October 28th for a SPOOKTACULAR, sunset cruise on the Caloosahatchee River! Enjoy fun appetizers and interesting tales of days gone by! The River Queen II will leave Sweetwater Landing Marina promptly at 5:30 p.m. Advanced reservations are required!

09/07/2022

Happy International Manatee Day!