Herbi Posted April 29, 2017 #1 Share Posted April 29, 2017 I do realise where Orlando is so, obviously, there's no snorkeling on the doorstep of our hotel but... If I go to clearwater or even to the 'keys' is there any chance of finding a good snorkeling spot - ideally a boat trip visiting a couple of locations? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohninDC Posted April 29, 2017 #2 Share Posted April 29, 2017 Very good snorkeling in Key Largo - about a 4+ hour drive from Orlando. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Noxequifans Posted April 29, 2017 #3 Share Posted April 29, 2017 http://www.fla-keys.com/brochures-newsletters/ Here is a link to Fl Keys tourism. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_BJ Posted April 29, 2017 #4 Share Posted April 29, 2017 Discovery Cove ..... Crystal River http://crystalriverflorida.com/ Blue Spring https://www.floridastateparks.org/park/Blue-Spring Key Largo BUT not from shore ... the reef is a couple of miles off shore so you need a boat .... there are MANY operations that will take you out. The concession at Pennekamp Park (mm 10.5) is just about the nearest one to Miami and as good as any ... and there are assorted trips from Miami and Lauderdale areas https://www.getyourguide.com/miami-l176/key-west-dolphin-snorkel-tour-from-miami-beach-t61929/?referrer_view_id=54c30e780fe27df6e114207b4c89b062&referrer_view_position=5 not really much on the west coast other than the springs areas there are some operations in the Palm Beach area. Not as good as the Keys .. but closer http://westpalmbeach.com/activities/snorkel.php http://scubanation.com/discover-palm-beaches/ (I've been snorkeling and diving around Florida (and beyond) since the early 80's) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brunello22 Posted April 30, 2017 #5 Share Posted April 30, 2017 Lauderdale by the Sea, 3-1/2 hours south of Orlando, is the Shore Dive Capital of South Florida. Unlike the Florida Keys, where the reefs are only accessible by boat, LBTS's coral reefs, some located within 100 yards off the beach, can be reached. Also located about 700 feet offshore, LBTS also has a unique artificial reef project powered by solar-buoys, which help accelerate the rate of coral growth. On some early mornings when the water is calm and like glass, we take our paddle boards and our snorkel gear out to the reef, and have seen some amazing fish, turtle, rays, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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