Category Fort Lauderdale Reef Snorkeling Tours

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The 14 Best Reef Snorkeling Tours in Fort Lauderdale

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The third-largest reef in the world sits a mile off the beach, close enough to reach in fifteen minutes. These snorkeling trips get you over it: which reach the shallow reef by boat, which add a wreck, how much gear and guiding is included, and what each one costs.

90-Minute Snorkel & Seabob Underwater Guided Reef Tour in Fort Lauderdale

90-Minute Snorkel & Seabob Underwater Guided Reef Tour in Fort Lauderdale - The route: what each part of the reef experience feels like

1.90-Minute Snorkel & Seabob Underwater Guided Reef Tour in Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 541 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $214Our pick

Fort Lauderdale SEABOB snorkel reef tour for up to six: quiet underwater travel, guided marine sightings, and jet-ski style propulsion for 90 minutes.

“Great, would do it again. The guides were nice, professional and knowledgeable. They tools lots of pics & videos for us too!”

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4-Hour Day or Night-Time Reef Bottom Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

4-Hour Day or Night-Time Reef Bottom Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale - Reef-bottom fishing setup: what’s included (and why it helps)

2.4-Hour Day or Night-Time Reef Bottom Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 365 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

4-hour Fort Lauderdale reef bottom fishing by air-conditioned boat. Day or night options, snapper and grouper, crew cleans your catch.

“Was an amazing experience! The Mates helped everyone and was super knowledgeable. We caught a ton of fish. They even let my kid try to reel in a shark they caught. Definitely will do this again next time in Florida!!”

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Atlantic Ocean Snorkeling Experience

Atlantic Ocean Snorkeling Experience - Gear, flotation, and mask fit: your comfort is part of the safety plan

3.Atlantic Ocean Snorkeling Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 65 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $79

Private Atlantic reef snorkeling from Lauderdale-By-The-Sea with gear included, friendly guides, and chances at sea turtles and nurse sharks.

“Daniel was an amazing guide and took his time with us to make sure we were able to see all the fish and wildlife. Would recommend to anyone!”

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Guided Snorkel Experience in Fort Lauderdale

Guided Snorkel Experience in Fort Lauderdale - The Briefing Plus Shallow-Water Practice (Where First-Timers Feel in Control)

4.Guided Snorkel Experience in Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $55

Guided snorkeling in Fort Lauderdale with Mike: beginner gear training, shallow-water practice, a reef swim, and optional pro photos.

“My friends and I had the best time. Our guide Mike was awesome ! Great for first timers too, he walks you through how to use the gear and makes sure everyone is comfortable before going out. He also offers some pictures out in the water”

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Reef Snorkel & Ocean Paddle Adventure in Fort Lauderdale Beach

Reef Snorkel & Ocean Paddle Adventure in Fort Lauderdale Beach - Snorkeling Gear, Photos, and Staying Comfortable

5.Reef Snorkel & Ocean Paddle Adventure in Fort Lauderdale Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $115

SUP and snorkel the reefs near Lauderdale-by-the-Sea with included gear, guide-taken photos, and a small-group pace.

“My guide Jason was excellent. Very helpful and pointed out many neat fish I would have easily missed. Gave a short lesson on The SUP before we went out. All round very good experience.”

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Guided Reef Snorkeling Tour in Pompano Beach

Guided Reef Snorkeling Tour in Pompano Beach - PADI-style coaching: gear, briefing, and staying comfortable

6.Guided Reef Snorkeling Tour in Pompano Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 37 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $65

Guided reef snorkeling from a private Pompano Beach spot. 1.5 hours, expert coaching, turtles and rays, $65 value.

“This was my first time snorkeling, and the instructor helped me feel safe and well informed prior to going out in the water. He was showing us different species of fish throughout the trip and we even saw a sting ray. He made sure all participants stayed close and were feeling comfortable with their snorkel. Overall a wonderful experience.”

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Hollywood Snorkel, Kayak & Paddleboard with Reefs and Sculptures

Hollywood Snorkel, Kayak & Paddleboard with Reefs and Sculptures - The 2.5-Hour Flow From Shore to Reef and Back

7.Hollywood Snorkel, Kayak & Paddleboard with Reefs and Sculptures

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $89

Snorkel, kayak or paddleboard over Hollywood’s new artificial reefs with underwater sculptures, then unwind with drinks and fruit.

“This is a family business with husband/wife such a nice and accommodating couple. They provide drinks and a light snack after. Very very nice even got cupcakes for me and another participant birthday as a nice gesture(didn't ask them too).”

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Lauderdale By The Sea Replicated Shipwreck & Reef Snorkel Trails

Lauderdale By The Sea Replicated Shipwreck & Reef Snorkel Trails - From Anglin’s Fishing Pier to the reef trails

8.Lauderdale By The Sea Replicated Shipwreck & Reef Snorkel Trails

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 17 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

Snorkel Lauderdale-by-the-Sea’s Jean Cousteau shipwreck trail with reefs and sea turtles. Small group, gear provided, you must swim.

“We had an incredible snorkel experience, especially as a parent sharing this with my daughter. The highlight was our guide, James, who was knowledgeable, patient, and fantastic with kids. He took the time to explain what we were seeing, made sure everyone felt safe and comfortable, and genuinely cared that we all had a great time. This was such a memorable experience for us, and a big part of that was thanks to James. Highly recommend this tour to anyone — especially families!”

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Key West Sail and Snorkel Day Trip from Fort Lauderdale

Key West Sail and Snorkel Day Trip from Fort Lauderdale - Stop in Key West: From Fury Check-In to Real Free Time

Florida Keys Eco Tour: Snorkel, Kayak, Lunch + Transportation!

Florida Keys Eco Tour: Snorkel, Kayak, Lunch + Transportation! - Lunch Dockside: Fuel Up, Rinse Off, and Reset for Snorkeling

10.Florida Keys Eco Tour: Snorkel, Kayak, Lunch + Transportation!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $289

Full-day Florida Keys eco tour from Miami: mangrove kayak or SUP, coral reef snorkeling, lunch, drinks, and hotel transport.

“My school takes 22-30 students each year on a National Parks trip. This year we chose Wild Lime Adventures to plan and lead our tour to the Everglades and Dry Tortugas. We chose right. Ben, the owner, was very responsive as we communicated back and forth about what we were looking for. Our trip was a Wed-Mon with four full days of adventure planned.”

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Fort Lauderdale: Guided Snorkeling Reef Tour and Lesson

Fort Lauderdale: Guided Snorkeling Reef Tour and Lesson - The gear check and snorkel lesson (before you ever swim)

Ocean Reef Snorkeling and Paddleboarding

Ocean Reef Snorkeling and Paddleboarding - Getting geared and staying safe on the open Atlantic

12.Ocean Reef Snorkeling and Paddleboarding

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 9 reviews · from $99

Paddleboard to a local reef from Dania Beach for Florida snorkeling with turtles, rays, and starfish plus fruit and drinks.

“Captain Will was great! Very personable and knowledgeable of the area. This little haunt was the fastest 3 hours of our vacation. We easily could have fine another three hours without getting tired of it. Every party was fun. Highly recommend it.”

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Fort Lauderdale: Ultimate SEABOB Snorkel Rental & Excursion

Fort Lauderdale: Ultimate SEABOB Snorkel Rental & Excursion - Beach setup behind the resort: meet point, gear, and getting ready fast

Exclusively Private Snorkel Adventures Training & Tours Ultimate

Exclusively Private Snorkel Adventures Training & Tours Ultimate - Getting Ready at the Start Point (and Why Shoe Sizes Matter)

14.Exclusively Private Snorkel Adventures Training & Tours Ultimate

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $79

Exclusive private snorkel coaching off Fort Lauderdale for first-timers, with Laura’s patience, marine-life viewing, and photos included.

“Very upsetting looking for our gide to take us no phone number to call any one and no number for VIATOR waited for a good half an hour and then we gave up and left .I would love to talk to someone about this”

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