Miami · MIAMI SNORKELING AND DIVING TOURS
The reef sits a few miles offshore and the boats leave from the marinas on both sides of the bay. These 15 cover gear, how many sites you visit and which ones suit a first time in the water.
Spend about 3.5 hours sailing Biscayne Bay with captains such as David or JP on a motor-free Hobie catamaran. Expect sandbars, snorkeling, mangroves, wildlife, Miami views, fresh fruit, and a relaxed group of no more than 10 people.
“We had a wonderful day. It was such a pleasant experience on the small catamaran. Our 14 and 12 year old loved it too. Thank you so much!!”
Ride from Miami across the Overseas Highway and Seven Mile Bridge to Key West. Choose about five hours of free time, a 2.5-hour dolphin watch, a 3-hour snorkel trip, or a 90-minute glass-bottom boat ride. Captain Lisa and Fury Watersports may lead the water activities.
“Dolphin watch and snorkeling I highly recommend as an activity. It was worth the price!!! Beautiful memories”
Cruise Miami’s waterways on a private boat for up to six people, with a licensed captain, Bluetooth music, snorkeling gear, and stops near Millionaire’s Row, Raccoon Island, and Haulover Sandbar. Captains such as Jack, Monica, Jorge, and Cece tailor the ride to your group.
“Our Captain, Monica, was the perfect host! She was friendly, knowledgeable, and awesome. We had a blast.”
Ride from Miami to Key West, explore independently, then board a catamaran for three hours of reef snorkeling, music, and drinks. Guides such as Lily, Marbelis, Tamara, and Pepe have earned praise for helpful service. Bring a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and patience for the long bus ride.
“Waves we're choppy for snorkeling but the boat ride was perfect! The crew was very accommodating and encouraging”
Paddle mangrove channels with a guide such as Alejandra, Francis, Ashley, or Tosh, then ride by boat to Sandspur Island, also called Raccoon Island. You can snorkel in shallow water, look for wildlife, and meet the island’s raccoons. Equipment, water, fruit, and some drinks are included.
“This experience was AMAZING it was a first for us and we absolutely loved it booking was easy Jezel was the best my husband got scared and she helped him all the way through will Definitely try this again whenever I return!!!!”
At Phil Foster Beach Park, certified guides such as Tabitha and Felipe teach you scuba basics, practice in waist-deep water, then lead a small-group underwater tour. Equipment and video footage are included. You do not need to swim, but you must feel comfortable in the water.
“Felipe was an awesome guide. He explained everything perfectly and had a lot of patience with my inexperience. I loved it all. The beautiful sights were sure worth the money! I’d do it again.”
Travel from Miami to Key West by bus, crossing 42 bridges and 32 islands. Enjoy six hours in town, then board a Fury catamaran for reef snorkeling with gear, instruction, and drinks afterward. Hotel pickup is offered, but expect a very long day and weather-dependent water time.
“Awful experience, I did not end up going as I was told I was going to be picked up at YVE hotel in Miami and she kept calling to switch the location. Very disappointing and unprofessional!”
Learn to paddle a kayak or SUP, follow mangrove-lined water toward Sandspur Island, then snorkel shallow Biscayne Bay with a safety vest. Guides such as Tony, Miguel, Sydney, and Celia keep beginners comfortable while you watch for raccoons, iguanas, crabs, fish, and rays.
“We enjoyed our time! We loved getting to see the wildlife (iguanas, puffer fish, raccoons, crabs), and our guide was great (Caleb, I believe!) and he kept our drinks coming! It was the perfect experience for our last day in Miami. Kelsi & Kaitlin will be back! Thank you guys. Bring bug spray & sunscreen!”
Cruise Biscayne Bay with a licensed captain, passing Millionaire’s Bunker and Miami landmarks before stopping for swimming or snorkeling near Haulover. Bring food, drinks, and your own music. Captains including Jack, Cece, Monica, and Daniel have earned strong praise, but confirm the full cost and tour length before booking.
“It stormed during our entire 2 hour ride. Not sporadic showers but pouring rain the entire time. The captain was the only person with shelter. My friends and I were forced to endure a miserable 2 hours being pelted by rain. Instead Of canceling the trip the captain essentially forced us to endure the ride. I could not cancel because they would not refund me. The captain watched us sit miserably and instead of canceling she continued just to keep the money. The company and viator refused to issue even a partial refund. I wouldn't recommend this to my enemy”
Meet your English or Spanish-speaking guide under the bridge at Phil Foster Beach Park for a gentle 1.5-hour introduction to snorkeling. After a short lesson in waist-deep water, you’ll explore nearby reefs, look for turtles, rays, fish, starfish, and octopus, and receive free videos of your outing.
“Perfect adventure for family of 5!! [3 kids ages 9,10,&11] Our guides (Bree & Jorge) were amazing with kids and incredibly intelligent. The snorkel tour was relaxing and not as much physical work as I expected - they provided floats and offered to pull anyone who wanted. We saw so much ocean life including a sea turtle, a starfish, & a small octopus- plus innumerable fish at a variety of small reefs!! The equipment was clean and well maintained. By far our favorite adventure! Highly recommend!!!”
Travel from Miami to Key West for a guided bus tour, two hours of free time, and a three-hour snorkeling boat trip with music and included drinks. Ariel has earned praise for his friendly guiding. Snorkeling depends on weather and your chosen package.
“No fuimos porque el Tours nos dejo por llegar 2 minutos después, pienso que si no fuimos mínimamente de errona devolvernos las entradas o algún porcentaje a nuestro favor”
Join Squalo Divers at 7:15 a.m. for two guided scuba outings off Miami Beach: a 60 to 70 foot wreck followed by a 30 foot reef. Groups are limited to six, with tanks, weights, snacks, and soda included. You must be certified and have scuba experience within the past 12 months.
“Staff was super friendly and attentive! Great dives, great equipment and they even offered some snacks/beverages. I’m a new diver and they were super helpful and made me feel comfortable!”
Travel from Miami to Key West by air-conditioned coach, crossing the Overseas Highway and Seven Mile Bridge. Choose snorkeling, dolphin spotting, an open-bar snorkel cruise, a glass-bottom boat, or free time. Boat crew members include Tomas, Sarah, Emily, and her companion.
“The actual snorkeling was five stairs, the tour bus that took us is 1 star. 5 hours on a bus, was supposed to be a day trip, left at 620am, didn’t get to the keys until 1230, missed our schedule time for snorkeling, the guide tried to get me to cancel my reservation with Viator and go with his group, so he could get more money, from when we arrived on the key west, we had to go start to the snorkeling place, arrived back from that at 415 and had to be back at the bus by 545pm, because the bus leaves at 6. Once we got on the…”
Leave Miami Beach at 6:30 AM for a long but scenic day in Key West. You get round-trip transport, free time, and an optional three-hour boat trip with snorkeling, safety gear, marina fees, and open bar. Guides speak English and Spanish. Tamara has earned special praise for her help.
“Tamara the tour guide was so sweet and genuinely nice and informative.. She actually took us directly to the meet up spot for the snorkeling. This snorkeling trip was worth every penny.”
Meet your guide under the bridge at Phil Foster Beach Park for a 90-minute beginner jet snorkeling lesson and ocean tour. Guides such as Jorge, Tabitha, and Ryan help you get comfortable in waist-deep water, then film your time near coral and marine life. English and Spanish instruction is available.
“Een super goede duik en ook het jetsnorkelen is aan te bevelen!”
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