#Key biscayne national park Patch
#Key biscayne national park full

Swimming in the bay and open ocean, you may encounter some currents and swells which require the ability to swim and float confidently. This Biscayne National Park snorkeling and paddling program is designed for active adults and children over 12 who are good swimmers and paddlers (private trips open to all ages). This ladder will be used to get on and off the boat when participating in an in-water-activity.Īll minors must be accompanied by an adult. There is not a weight limit for guests who are not engaging in an in-water-activity.įor the safety of all our guests, guests must be able to climb a four-step vertical ladder without assistance. This includes the following activities: kayaking, paddle boarding (SUPs), snorkeling, and SCUBA diving. For safety reasons, because of the amount of paddling in activity, we request for children between the age of 8-11 to be in private trips so that the captain and staff can focus on the child and your family in any case of an emergency.įor the safety of all our guests, there is a maximum weight limit of 275 for all in-water-activities.

#Key biscayne national park full

This full day program has an age limit of 12 and older.

Please complete your waivers before your trip to ensure a smoother check in process. You will check-in at the bookstore that’s located on the second floor right next to the visitor center 30 mins before the trip departs. 9700 SW 328th Street Sir Lancelot Jones Way Homestead, FL 33033.Ĭheck out our Transportation Page to learn more about transportation options for our locations. This program will depart from Convoy Point located at the Dante Fascell Visitor Center in Homestead, FL. Please note: we do not provide lunch, we highly recommend packing a lunch for this full-day adventure. Return across the bay to the visitor center arriving at about 4:15 p.m. Stop for lunch either on anchor or ashore on a barrier island, and then start your afternoon adventure paddling and/or snorkeling. to cross Biscayne Bay and get in the water on your morning adventure paddling and/or snorkeling. Arrive and check-in at the Park store at 9:45 a.m. Trips start and end at the park headquarters behind the Dante Fascell Visitor Center. Stand-up paddle boards are very stable and can be knelt on or sat on like a kayak.

We use stand-up paddle boards while paddling the mangroves because their low profile allows you to see more beneath the water’s surface. Your Captain will pick the best snorkel spot for the day depending on the day’s weather. Your guide is a Captain on the Biscayne National Park Institute staff who teaches you about the different habitats in the park and how they interact with each other along with the history of the area. Where you go each day is based on the day’s weather and your group’s special interests. Keep a lookout for the dolphins, rays, and sea turtles that live here.

#Key biscayne national park Patch

On a full-day guided trip, with only six people, you can look for the rare roseate spoonbill while padding on a stand-up paddle board and witness the amazing diversity of aquatic life in the park while snorkeling in the mangrove forests or a coral patch reef. Join us for an intimate exploration of the waters of Biscayne National Park. Please note paddling is not available for large groups.Īn intimate exploration of Biscayne National Park! School groups and organizations can contact us to request private bookings. Please read all information below including the drop down menus to learn more about this trip.Before completing your booking, make sure to read our Cancellation Policy.This ladder will be used to get on and off the boat when participating in an in-water-activity. Guests must be able to climb a four-step vertical ladder without assistance.There is not a weight limit for guests who are not engaging in an in-water-activity. For the safety of all our guests, there is a maximum weight limit of 275 for all in-water-activities.Fins are required to be worn by all participants while snorkeling as a safety precaution.Departure Location: Dante Fascell Visitor Center in Homestead, FLĪge Limit: Ages 12+ on shared trips.