A Year-Round Snorkeling Destination
Home to the only living coral barrier reef in North America, Key West is a prime place to take a snorkeling tour!
A quick boat ride or peaceful sailing trip whisks you out to offshore reefs and shipwrecks where the real excitement begins. Colorful fish, coral, lobsters, and dolphins are common sightings on a Key West snorkeling adventure. Clear water and warm weather makes the island a great year-round snorkeling destination, so be sure to plan a snorkeling trip during your visit. It’ll be the highlight of your vacation!
Experience the Best Snorkeling in Key West
No two Key West snorkeling tours are the same thanks to numerous places to explore around the island. There are the beautiful offshore reefs and shipwrecks that are also popular with scuba divers, as well as shallow areas around mangrove islands where marine life like crabs and starfish hide in holes and behind rocks. Many of Key West’s best snorkeling spots are only accessible by boat, so booking a guided tour is the most convenient way to get to these amazing destinations – and get insider tips on how to make the most of your time in the water.
Some popular places to snorkel in Key West are Cottrell Key, Fort Zachary Taylor Beach, and Higgs Beach. Look for angelfish, sea fans, butterflyfish, and even stingrays at some of the offshore snorkeling spots. There’s always something new to experience every time you go snorkeling in the Keys. Whether you spot a barracuda or have a close-up encounter with a baby turtle, snorkeling in Key West is unlike anywhere else in the world.
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