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Key Largo Coral Reef Half Day Snorkel Trip

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Key Largo, USA
High interest
Booked 4 times today.
  • 4 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.6
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· Kelsey_G ·
Mar 2026
It was seriously magical! A family of dolphins swam right up to the boat, we saw a sea turtle, and the fish were beautiful. The water is crystal clear and Captain Brad and Scuba Joe were so knowledgeable, funny, and kind. Overall we had a wonderful time and recommended this to anyone going to Key Largo!
· Lorraine_A ·
Jan 2026
Liber and Capt Katie were the best! Such a great trip- amazing quality of equipment and the crew’s knowledge impeccable-

Overview

    What's Included

    • Use of Snorkeling equipment
      Use of Snorkelling equipment
    • Bottled water
      We provided a water cooler with paper cups for drinking. We do not provided bottle water.
    • Reef Safe Sunscreen
    • Towels
    • Snacks
      You are welcome to bring snacks or drinks of your choice. A cooler of ice is provided for your use.

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • 103800 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037, USA

      Meet at the dive shop in the middle of the Reefhouse Resort & Marina in Key Largo The AM boat checks in at 8:30 AM - boat departure is approx. 9:00 AM The PM boat checks in at 1:00 PM - boat departure is approx. 1:30 PM

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

    1

    Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary

    2

    John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park

    3

    Key Largo

    4

    Molasses Reef

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • Physical restriction - Unable to Swim
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Featured review

    Andrea_h
    We had a great experience! Capt Brad, scuba Joe and First Mate Nate were very entertaining and did an excellent job keeping the group safe and fun. Snorkeling at the Elbow and Finger reefs provided stunning views of fish and coral along with the Jesus statue. We would definitely book this again!

    Reviews

    4.6
    based on 64 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Must do!

    Andrea_h, Mar 2026
    We had a great experience! Capt Brad, scuba Joe and First Mate Nate were very entertaining and did an excellent job keeping the group safe and fun. Snorkeling at the Elbow and Finger reefs provided stunning views of fish and coral along with the Jesus statue. We would definitely book this again!

    A must

    Amy_H, Mar 2026
    Nice staff. Make sure you know how to put on all gear and practice in a pool or shallow body of water if it’s your first time. It can be overwhelming to learn in open ocean and staff does not teach how to use equipment. Beware of jellyfish! They were everywhere! Sting is not terrible and goes away in about an hour but feels like a bad sunburn. We brought a small cooler with some drinks for the ride back to shore. Alcohol is permitted but can only drink after you are done snorkeling. Overall great experience! Lots of fish/coral. Saw a small shark and stingray as well! The statue is really neat!

    Mangrove Snorkeling-Not Fun

    Janice_D, Mar 2026
    If you’re snorkeling in the mangroves, DON’T GO! It really is not very interesting. Maybe for 30 minutes or so but not the whole trip. I wish I had saved my money.

    Absolutely Phenomenal

    Kelsey_G, Mar 2026
    It was seriously magical! A family of dolphins swam right up to the boat, we saw a sea turtle, and the fish were beautiful. The water is crystal clear and Captain Brad and Scuba Joe were so knowledgeable, funny, and kind. Overall we had a wonderful time and recommended this to anyone going to Key Largo!

    Pirates Cove Watersports snorkeling excursion

    Albert_S, Mar 2026
    Pirates Cove Water Sports gave us a great snorkeling excursion even though we couldn’t go on our originally planned tour due to weather. Captain Katie and first mate Leber took us to the mangroves instead, where the water was clear and we saw lots of things under the water—Captain Katie even told us what to look for, including upside-down jellyfish. They kept everyone warm on a very cold day with hot chocolate, candy, and snacks, and the crew made sure everyone on board had a great time.

    Response from Host, Mar 2026

    Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re glad we were able to provide a great experience despite the weather not allowing for the original snorkeling plan. The mangroves are a great alternative, and we’re happy you were still able to enjoy clear water and unique marine life—those upside-down jellyfish are always a highlight. Captain Katie and Leber will appreciate the kind words. Our team always aims to keep guests comfortable, safe, and having a great time, no matter the conditions. We truly appreciate you choosing Pirates Cove Water Sports and hope to welcome you back again soon

    Amazing experience for a senior

    Deborah_L, Mar 2026
    The captain and crew were great. We felt safe and looked after the whole time. Went to two reefs and saw LOTS of fish.

    Response from Host, Mar 2026

    Thank you for the great review! We’re glad you felt safe and well taken care of throughout the trip—that’s always our top priority. It’s great to hear you were able to visit two reefs and see so much marine life. We appreciate you joining us and hope to have you back out with us again soon

    Badass trip

    Carly_W, Mar 2026
    Super cool experience. Would do it again. 4 of us went and never had snorkeled before. Definitely wish we woulda brought a water proof camera to Take pictures

    Response from Host, Mar 2026

    Thank you! We love hearing that you had such a great first snorkeling experience. And yes—a waterproof camera is a must next time! There’s always something amazing to photograph. We hope to see the whole crew back again soon.

    Great crew- great quality- the best

    Lorraine_A, Jan 2026
    Liber and Capt Katie were the best! Such a great trip- amazing quality of equipment and the crew’s knowledge impeccable-

    Response from Host, Feb 2026

    Thank you so much for the kind words! Liber and Capt. Catie will be thrilled to hear this. We’re glad you enjoyed learning about the wildlife and exploring the mangroves, and that the equipment and support made the experience even better. Hope to have you back on the water with us again soon!

    Is $150 worth your health in life

    Don_T, Jan 2026
    I can’t really tell you much about these experience because we felt that the weather conditions were not adequate to go with snorkelling and we chose to not go on the tour. We felt that the Torr Operator should’ve cancelled because the weather conditions were such that it was not enjoyable nor did we feel it was safe.

    Response from Host, Feb 2026

    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We completely understand your concerns, and guest safety is always our top priority. Weather conditions can change quickly on the water, and our experienced crew continuously monitors them throughout the day to determine whether it is safe to operate. While some guests on that trip chose not to snorkel due to personal comfort levels, many others were still able to enjoy the experience and had a great time with our crew with the same weather conditions. They even got to see turtles and a shark! We respect every guest’s decision and appreciate you voicing how you felt. Thank you again for your review, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a future trip under calmer conditions.

    Great location, tons of fish!

    David_D, Jan 2026
    Awesome location to see fish in the reef! Crew was great. Seeing Jesus was pretty cool. The weather was perfect! Memorable experience.

    Response from Host, Feb 2026

    Thank you so much! We’re glad you had a memorable experience and enjoyed the reef, the crew, and the perfect weather. Seeing Christ of the Abyss is always special!—we hope to see you back again soon!

    Amazing experience with Captain Brad and first mate Nate

    SarahLouise_R, Jan 2026
    Captain Brad and first mate Nate were amazing hosts for our snorkeling adventure! The tour out was peaceful and fun. What a great adventure and thank you again for a lovely experience!

    Response from Host, Feb 2026

    Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re glad Captain Brad and Nate made your snorkeling trip enjoyable and memorable. We hope to see you back on the water soon!

    Great day in paradise

    Robert_H, Jan 2026
    Captain Brad was not only an excellent captain, but he was also a pretty good comedian. Nate was very helpful with any of our needs and had great recommendations for food and entertainment, he also was a pretty good dancer.

    Response from Host, Feb 2026

    Thank you so much for the wonderful review! Captain Brad will be thrilled to hear he doubled as a comedian, and Nate will love that his helpfulness—and dancing—made an impression. We’re so glad you had a great time and hope to welcome you back for more fun on the water soon!

    Great crew and snorkeling, 12 yo approved!

    Amanda_M, Dec 2025
    Captain Kate (DJ Candy Cane) and Liber were awesome. As a Christmas Day activity they brought the energy and joy to the trip. We hit up two snorkel spots, seeing Christ of the Abyss and Horseshoe Reef. We swam with sea turtles, parrot fish, and even bubble jellyfish. The crew was great in pointing out wildlife and keeping swimmers safe. Would definitely recommend! (Family of 3, 12 yo approved!)

    Response from Host, Feb 2026

    Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear Captain Caiti and Liber made your Christmas Day snorkel trip so memorable. Visiting Christ of the Abyss and Horseshoe Reef and spotting such incredible marine life makes for a special experience! We appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again soon!

    Awesome trip

    Kristen_M, Sep 2025
    My husband and I went here while on our honeymoon and had such an amazing time, my husband did get sea sick because he forgot to take Dramamine.. so definitely take some if you get sea sick 😅 but it was such an awesome trip and everyone on the group was so much fun! Joe and Brad were so funny (and had great dad jokes) and kept the trip very lively! I would 100% go again and bring my husband some Dramamine 😂 and definitely suggest going if you are in the keys!!!

    Response from Host, Sep 2025

    Thank you for choosing us as part of your honeymoon! We’re so glad you both had an amazing time (even with the sea-sickness hiccup) and that Joe and Brad’s humor kept the trip lively. We’d love to welcome you back anytime—Dramamine ready next time

    It was well worth the...

    Christine_G, Aug 2025
    It was well worth the money. We saw lots of colorful fish, Stingray and a statue. The crew were amazing. We loved Nate mate the most.

    Response from Host, Aug 2025

    Thank you for choosing Pirates Cove Watersports and for the five-star review. Nate will be glad to hear that he made your trip. We hope to see you again very soon.

    Amazing adventure!

    Andrew_M, Aug 2025
    Great snorkling! Captain Caiti and Snorkel Joe were amazing hosts. They were fun, knowledgeable, safe and kept everyone talking.

    Response from Host, Aug 2025

    Thanks for sharing your experience! We’re so glad you had a great time snorkeling with Captain Caiti and Snorkel Joe — they love making each trip fun, safe, and memorable. Hope to see you back out on the water soon

    Be prepared.

    Tim_S, Jun 2025
    The captain and crew did a great job. There were 2 to 4' waves that day. If you get motion sickness, wear a Scoplamine patch or take bovine beforehand. Joe was great and very helpful. The crew did their best to make sure that everyone was safe and had a good time. Beautiful sea fans and many colorful species of fish. Gear and boat were in good shape as well. Had a good time despite the waves.

    Magical and astonishing

    Vera_V, Sep 2024
    One of my all time favorite trips!!! The crew was great, nice people, always engaging in conversations with everyone, definitely worth it. BUT best part was seeing a 5ft shark and I just kept swimming after it with no care 🤣 amazing experience!!! We will be back

    Response from Host, Oct 2024

    I'm so glad you got to swim with a shark! Thank you for your review and we hope to see you again soon!

    Fantastic

    Mahreen_Z, Jul 2024
    The reef / water/ crew all made up a fantastic snorkeling adventure. Easy to book and very informative crew members .

    Response from Host, Jul 2024

    Sounds like you had an amazing time! Thanks for 5 stars!

    boat ride

    Cristine_R, Mar 2026
    Experience Without more a boat ride , at the level on norkeling nothing extraordinary 2 stop one next to the other Christ of the abyss not seen damage
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