SNORKELLING · REEF SNORKELING IN THE USA

Where to Go Reef Snorkeling in the USA: 15 Trips

34 trips  ·  from $34 per person

The 15 best reef snorkeling in the USA you can book right now, with what each costs per person, how long you are in the water and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason.

Half Day Snorkel Trip on Reefs in the Florida Keys - Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary: the first reef setting
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Half Day Snorkel Trip on Reefs in the Florida Keys

1.Half Day Snorkel Trip on Reefs in the Florida Keys

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,699 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $75Our pick

Spend about 3.5 hours aboard a roomy catamaran from Key Largo, heading to reefs in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park. The crew provides gear, a vest, water, and reef-safe sunscreen. Captains Brad, John, Katie, and others are known for clear safety guidance and a lively style.

“Captain Brad and Scuba Joe were awesome! Great trip!! The reefs are filled with amazing fish and aquatic life . The crew did a great job of keeping it entertaining!”

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Key Largo Two Reef Snorkel Tour - All Snorkel Equipment Included! - Christ of the Abyss and the first reef stop
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Key Largo Two Reef Snorkel Tour – All Snorkel Equipment Included!

2.Key Largo Two Reef Snorkel Tour – All Snorkel Equipment Included!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,520 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $78

Spend about three hours aboard Silent World’s boat, visiting two Key Largo reef sites with snorkel gear, water, soda, chips, and reef-safe sunscreen provided. You may see rays, turtles, eels, barracuda, nurse sharks, and the Christ of the Abyss statue. Crew members including Aaron, Emily, Jeff, and Jolisa help keep the outing safe and well organized.

“All of the equipment was provided including wet suits. Short boat ride to the reef. They had chips water and sodas on board. The crew was very helpful.”

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Kona Snorkel Tour: Captain Cook Reef Snorkel, Dolphin & Sea Caves - Kealakekua Bay and the Captain Cook Monument
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Kona Snorkel Tour: Captain Cook Reef Snorkel, Dolphin & Sea Caves

3.Kona Snorkel Tour: Captain Cook Reef Snorkel, Dolphin & Sea Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,411 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $71

Ride a fast Navy-style Zodiac from Kailua-Kona to Kealakekua Bay, where you’ll snorkel coral reefs near the Captain Cook Monument. Guides such as David, Chip, Sage, and Danielle share island history, point out lava tubes, and watch for dolphins and whales. The trip lasts about 2 hours 45 minutes and carries no more than 18 people.

“Wonderful tour. Beautiful bay full of fish and calm water to snorkel. On return, visited caves and landmarks. Captain was super knowledgeable about Hawaiian history. Highly recommend and would book again!”

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South Maui: Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini Crater - Maalaea Harbor and the relaxed afternoon schedule
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South Maui: Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini Crater

4.South Maui: Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini Crater

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 689 reviews · 3 hours · from $89

Board Malolo at Maalaea Harbor for a relaxed afternoon snorkel trip to Molokini Crater or Coral Gardens. Your captain picks the site based on sea conditions. Gear, flotation aids, hotdog lunch, and soft drinks are included, with low-cost cocktails and beer available to buy. Crews such as Ashley, Captain Kiwi, Erika, and SeaBass have earned praise for friendly help.

“We really enjoyed it! We got to see whales as well which was a bonus.”

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Key West Reef Snorkel – Morning Mimosas or Afternoon Margaritas - Getting into the water at the reef
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Key West Reef Snorkel – Morning Mimosas or Afternoon Margaritas

5.Key West Reef Snorkel – Morning Mimosas or Afternoon Margaritas

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 620 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $34Best value

Sail from Opal Key Marina to Key West’s living coral reef on a modern catamaran. You get snorkel gear, instruction, reef-safe sunscreen, and about an hour in the water, followed by beer, wine, mimosas, or margaritas. Crew members such as Tomas, Charlie, Zack, and Casey have been praised for their humor and help.

“good experience doing snorkeling!I love it. nice place to do the tour. Good service. They gave us some photos for free.”

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Key West Reef Morning Snorkeling with Breakfast and Mimosas - Check-in at 201 William Street
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Key West Reef Morning Snorkeling with Breakfast and Mimosas

6.Key West Reef Morning Snorkeling with Breakfast and Mimosas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 579 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $35

Start at 9 a.m. from 201 William St. for a three-hour catamaran trip to Key West’s coral reef. You’ll receive equipment and instruction, enjoy a light breakfast, snorkel for about an hour, then return with draft beer, wine, and mimosas. Captains and crew, including Anna, D-rock, and Atticus on some departures, help guests along the way.

“It takes a little while to get out to the reef and there isn’t much to see out there. However, the crew was great and we had a good time. The only negative that I could say would be about the lack of seating, so we were standing the whole time. Otherwise a great experience for the family.”

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90-Minute Snorkel & Seabob Underwater Guided Reef Tour in Fort Lauderdale - Following the two-mile reef route
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90-Minute Snorkel & Seabob Underwater Guided Reef Tour in Fort Lauderdale

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

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

Meet Chris or another Beach Ventures instructor at 2000 N Ocean Blvd for a 90-minute SEABOB tour along Fort Lauderdale’s reefs. After a short lesson, your harnessed underwater scooter carries you across the surface and down to about 8 feet, where you can see fish and turtles without needing to swim.

“Chris led us on a great tour of a few reefs and was very comforting for the nervous one in our group of 4. We saved this event for our last day and it was a great send off. Fun, fun, fun!”

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Key West Reef Snorkel & Sail Adventure - Drinks, deck time, and the rhythm of the trip
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Key West Reef Snorkel & Sail Adventure

8.Key West Reef Snorkel & Sail Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 540 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79

Sail from Key West aboard a 54-foot yacht, receive a safety briefing, and snorkel a nearby reef for about 45 minutes. The crew, including captains Owen, Eric, Chuck, and Janet on various departures, provides gear, flotation vests, drinks, and help in the water. Groups can be as small as four, with a maximum of 24.

“Crew was awesome! Great boat very knowledgeable! We went to a great spot on the reef. Highly recommend. Thank you.”

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Maui Afternoon Snorkel Aboard Malolo to Molokini or Coral Gardens - The Malolo Catamaran and Access to the Water
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Maui Afternoon Snorkel Aboard Malolo to Molokini or Coral Gardens

9.Maui Afternoon Snorkel Aboard Malolo to Molokini or Coral Gardens

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 519 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Board the 55-foot Malolo catamaran in Maalaea at 1 p.m. for a three-hour afternoon snorkel at Molokini Crater or Coral Gardens. Your captain chooses the calmer site, and the crew supplies gear, flotation aids, instruction, lunch, and drinks. Expect a family-friendly boat, possible whales in winter, and no guarantee of turtles or other wildlife.

“My kids and I had a good time. I would have appreciate more time on site and more freedom to explore. It was safe , fun and a very professional crew. We even saw whales on the way back.”

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Key West: Reef Snorkeling with Drinks and Sunset Option - Choosing the right three-hour departure
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Key West: Reef Snorkeling with Drinks and Sunset Option

10.Reef Snorkeling with Drinks and Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 419 reviews · 3 hours · from $34

Sail from Opal Key Marina aboard Fury’s 65-foot catamaran to snorkel Key West’s coral reef. Choose a morning trip with mimosas, an afternoon outing with margaritas, or a sunset sail with rum punch. Crew members such as Captain Bill, Ally, Action Jackson, Capt. Zane, and Erika have helped make past trips friendly and well organized.

“Tell people to arrive at least 1 1/2 hour in advance because there is no parking.”

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Manta Ray Night Snorkel Kona - Coral Reef Snorkel Adventures - The ride out: quick, scenic, and sometimes rough
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Manta Ray Night Snorkel Kona – Coral Reef Snorkel Adventures

11.Manta Ray Night Snorkel Kona – Coral Reef Snorkel Adventures

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 376 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $125

Meet Coral Reef Snorkel Adventures at Honokohau Small Boat Harbor for a 90-minute night trip to Kona’s manta feeding area. You’ll hold a lightboard while manta rays feed below. Guides such as Jacob, Jeff, Cody, and Erika have earned strong praise for calm instruction and ray knowledge. Bring a towel and prepare for a fast, bumpy boat ride.

“Up close and personal with the Manta Rays! The experience was amazing and worth the price for sure. We had an excellent experience, but my husband (who is thin) got cold even with the wet suit jacket. We also had a few people in our group who were kicking a lot which kept some of the rays aways away. Overall very glad we did this.”

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Key West Rum and Reggae: Reef Snorkel Adventure and Sunset Sail - Check in at 241 Front Street
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Key West Rum and Reggae: Reef Snorkel Adventure and Sunset Sail

12.Key West Rum and Reggae: Reef Snorkel Adventure and Sunset Sail

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 370 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59

Sail from 241 Front Street to a reef chosen by the captain, with stops possible at Sand Key, Rock Key, Eastern Dry Rocks, or Western Sambo. Fury Water Adventures supplies instruction, fins, masks, flotation gear, and reef-safe sunscreen. After 30 to 40 minutes in the water, enjoy beer, wine, sparkling wine, rum punch, reggae, and sunset views.

“The trip was great, but we expected to see more corals and fish. But it’s not connected to the team.”

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Key West: 3-Hour Afternoon Reef Snorkel with Drinks - Getting ready with the crew and equipment
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Key West: 3-Hour Afternoon Reef Snorkel with Drinks

13.3-Hour Afternoon Reef Snorkel with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 351 reviews · 3 hours · from $59

Cruise from 201 William Street into the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary for a guided reef snorkel. Captain Anna and the crew provide gear, safety help, water, and soda, followed by draft beer and other drinks on the return ride. The trip suits beginners, families, and experienced snorkelers.

“The captain was extremely skilled, professional and passionate. She took care of us during the whole experience.”

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Two Reef Snorkel Trip-See Captain Cook Monument & Sea Caves - Honaunau Bay and the Place of Refuge
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Two Reef Snorkel Trip-See Captain Cook Monument & Sea Caves

14.Two Reef Snorkel Trip-See Captain Cook Monument & Sea Caves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 347 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $119

Set out from Kailua-Kona at 8 a.m. with Dolphin Discoveries for two reef stops, usually about an hour each. You’ll snorkel Kealakekua Bay and Honaunau Bay, with a chance to see turtles, dolphins, and seasonal whales. Captains such as Dennis, Rob, Bryce, and Craig also point out lava tubes, sea caves, and Hawaiian history along the coast.

“It was a great trip with amazing snorkeling! Bryce was a great guide along side Captain Rob. On the way back we were able to see beaked whales and a Humpback whale and her calf. A total bonus!!”

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Key West: Afternoon Reef Snorkel Tour with Open Bar - Finding the meeting point on Lazy Way Lane
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Key West: Afternoon Reef Snorkel Tour with Open Bar

15.Afternoon Reef Snorkel Tour with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 268 reviews · 3 hours · from $59

Sail from Key West with Sebago Watersports, learn snorkeling basics from the English-speaking crew, and spend about an hour over the Florida Keys Reef. Afterward, enjoy cocktails, beer, wine, or soda on the catamaran while watching for dolphins. Captain James has led some trips.

“The crew were fun and helpful...boat ride itself was worth the cost!”

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★ 5.0Two Tank Morning Reef Dive and SnorkelFrom $19554 reviews
★ 5.02-Hour Dolphin Watching and Double Reef with Snorkel in HawaiiFrom $9723 reviews
★ 5.0Best Coral Reef Snorkel Tour in Kona – Protected Marine SanctuaryFrom $125118 reviews
★ 4.5Tropical Reef & Wildlife Boat Snorkel AdventureFrom $23011 reviews
★ 4.5Dolphin, Sea Cave, Captain Cook, Kealakekua Bay Reef SnorkelingFrom $8947 reviews
★ 3.9Marathon: Snorkeling Adventure by Boat at Sombrero ReefFrom $8921 reviews
★ 3.8Key West Tour and Coral Reef Snorkeling with Open BarFrom $10112 reviews
★ 4.3Dolphin & Reef Snorkel Trip with Sunset OptionFrom $7650 reviews
★ 4.62 Reef Snorkel With Sunset Cruise, Includes DrinksFrom $6970 reviews
★ 3.5Molasses Reef Snorkeling TripFrom $7524 reviews
★ 4.3Fort Lauderdale: Guided Snorkeling Reef Tour and LessonFrom $4512 reviews
★ 4.3Ocean Reef Snorkeling and PaddleboardingFrom $999 reviews
★ 4.5Kona Shore Excursion: Wild Dolphin Reefs Snorkel and Sea CavesFrom $14973 reviews

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