Captain Jim McKoy, Florida Key's Scuba Dive Master

305.743.5544 or cell 305.240.4030 or e-mail

Snorkeling and Swimming on Florida

Keys Coral Reef Eco-Tours

Getting in the Florida Keys' blue water for some fun and sightseeing on the coral reef is a "must-do" when you visit our area for a vacation. The Florida Keys offers crystal clear blue water and blue skies.

I'll take you to the coral reef for snorkeling adventures. Marathon has the famous Sombrero Coral Reef, a spur and groove reef system, with depths from 8 feet to 25 feet. You can snorkel in the usually calm waters of the Atlantic, with average underwater visibility around 40 feet, often exceeding 60 feet. Also, in the Marathon snorkeling areas, we can go to Coffins Patch. Coffins Patch and Sombrero Reef are a "no-touch/no-take" National Marine Sanctuary protected area. While snorkeling, you'll see lots of colorful tropical fish, lobster, schools of fish, nurse sharks, and all kinds of healthy coral, including coral sea fans. It is common to get to see a turtle swim by or a school of tarpon. Both are breathtaking!

As far as your equipment, bring your own mask, fins, and snorkel - if you are able. But, everything can be rented at our local dive shops.

Snorkel Rates:

1/2 Day (4 hours with 2 sites) $400 minimum - up to for 6 people.