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Half Day Snorkel Trip on Reefs in the Florida Keys

Half Day Snorkel Trip on Reefs in the Florida Keys

Overview

Come join us snorkeling some of the most beautiful reefs within the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and Pennekamp State Park. We have many possible reefs to explore: Molasses, Elbow, French Reef and the famous Christ of the Abyss on Dry Rocks. These protected areas offer an opportunity to see turtles, spotted eagle rays, moray eels and a variety of different fish. These special reefs are part of the 3rd largest living reef system in the world and the ONLY living coral reef in the US. We stop at two different locations on the reef. Each stop is determined by the captain based on the day's conditions. We cannot guarantee any specific site.

In an effort to reduce the amount of single-use plastic that ends up in our oceans, we recommend bringing a reusable water bottle. We have water coolers in our shop and on our boats for your convenience!

City: Key Largo

Thu 24 Oct

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Starting at $65.00

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Thu 24 Oct

Starting at $65.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Refillable Paper Cups

Reef Safe Sunscreen

Snorkel vest

Use of Snorkelling equipment

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (812)

Martina_F

Aug 2022

My family and I enjoyed a wonderful experience snorkeling off the coast of Florida! We were a group of first timers, and the first mate made sure to talk to each of us and address any and all concerns we may have had. We visited two different dive sites—albeit a little close together to one another—and explored a shipwreck and a shallow coral reef. Wildlife was thriving in both snorkeling excursions, and we were graced by a plethora of fish and jellyfish as well as a couple turtles poking their heads around. Definitely load up on the sun screen, there was only a singular bottle of reef-safe sunscreen going around on the boat, so make sure to get your fill! Overall we had an excellent experience, and I’d highly recommend the trip for anyone looking to snorkel off the Keys.

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Thanks for taking the time to let us know about your experience. We are very pleased for the 5 stars.

JohnM16627

Aug 2022

The team at Pirates Cove was fantastic! They were humorous, yet also sincere about safety. It was an excellent experience with my son. The waters were so clear, and we saw an array of fish, and a lot of really neat coral.

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Thank you for sharing with us. Please come again!

CaptRandy14

Aug 2022

Trip started out great, thought for sure this would be a 5 Star review. Nice, clean modern boat. Very personable crew. The Good: I asked the Capt if we could hit the Christ statue, and she commented if not too many boats we will try. No guarantees. Sure enough, we pull up and the Christ statue is our 1st stop. Great!! My girlfriend is new to swimming, and has never wore a mask or fins. I am a PADI certified ex-commercial diver and dive boat owner and am very comfortable in the water. I wanted no pressure from me to intimidate my girlfriend so I put on my gear and asked the Capt to help my girl and I swam away. After 10 minutes she had her in the water, with a mask and snorkel and she was checking out fish and sea life and was very happy. I really appreciate the way the Capt took the time to work with Yenny. Thanks!!! The bad: I asked at the ticket window if we had time to go to the store for BEER and some snacks, and asked if beer was permitted. She said sure. I even joked that I was going to be back in a minute with a keg of beer. She laughed and said great, no problem. Me and my girlfriend shared a 12oz Stella beer on the ride out. We made the aforementioned dive and had a wonderful time. As we rode to the next stop, we shared another (12 oz divided by 2 people! This is now approx 1.5 hours after our first SHARED 12 oz beer.) As I was sipping, the Mate looked at me and made a throat cutting gesture and then told me 'no more diving for you' in front of 10-12 other paying customers. The mate the looks at the Capt and said she "discovered who drank the beer" as though a great mystery was solved. (they looked in the trash can for empty beer cans?) I was beyond embarrassed but chose not to engage further until a little more private setting presented itself. I was already flabbergasted to be publicly called out and chided in front of strangers. After the boat cleared, the mate informed me since I had a beer I could not go back in the water. I was completely blindsided. No signs in the office. No signs on the boat. No disclaimers on the company web page. I don't know if this was the mates personal policy, or company policy, as it was not stated any where. I was beyond surprised that I could legally operate a motor vehicle after consuming 12oz of beer in 2 hours, but could not swim around on a snorkel boat.

Response from Host

Aug 2022

We do have a No alcohol prior to Snorkeling or Diving. I reget the staff did not make it clear that for safety reasons we only allow alcohol consumption always and only after participants are completely done with snorkeling or diving. For safety reason and insurance reasons the crew is not to allow anyone in the water if they have consumed alcohol on the boat.