Head out from Key West to snorkel the living coral reef of North America aboard a sailing yacht, on an outing the operator describes as an in-depth look at the area's waters and reefs. You get thorough instruction on using the equipment so the experience is safe and enjoyable. Participants should be comfortable underwater and able to swim, and the operator says the trip promises encounters with tropical fish, eels, turtles, dolphins, anemones, and urchins. This small-group excursion provides sanitized masks, snorkels, fins, and flotation vests, and includes beverages such as water, soda, white wine, and craft beer for the ride. The listing highlights the personal attention that comes with a small, intimate group on the water.
This is an on-the-water snorkel outing under sail, which is a very different day from a land tour of Key West. The operator frames it as an in-depth look at the area's reefs, with full instruction on the equipment before you get in, so it suits people who want time in the water rather than a quick photo stop. You should be comfortable being underwater and able to swim, since the trip is built around actually snorkeling the reef, not just riding along.
It fits travelers who want a small-group day on the water with tropical fish, turtles, and other reef life on the operator's list, and who like the idea of sailing out rather than motoring. It is less suited to non-swimmers, people who get seasick easily, or anyone hoping to stay dry. Masks, snorkels, fins, and flotation vests are provided and masks come sanitized, and beverages including water, soda, white wine, and craft beer are included for the ride back.
Questions people ask
Do I need to know how to swim?
Yes. The operator says participants should be comfortable underwater and able to swim, since the outing is built around snorkeling the reef. You do get thorough instruction on the equipment first so it stays safe and enjoyable.
What gear is provided?
The trip supplies sanitized masks, snorkels, fins, and flotation vests, so you do not need to bring your own. Beverages such as water, soda, white wine, and craft beer are also included for the ride.
Is this a big-boat tour?
No. It is described as a small-group excursion aboard a sailing yacht, and the listing highlights the personal attention that comes with a small, intimate group on the water.
