Marathon: COMBO- Snorkel & Sandbar (Coffins Patch Reef)

In Key West, Florida

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3h 30 mins · 4.6 (49)
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Marathon: COMBO- Snorkel & Sandbar (Coffins Patch Reef)
Solé Watersports is Marathon's premier watersports operator. Winner of Best in Marathon 2023, 2024. Florida Mom owned. This best selling excursion features two gems: Coffin's Patch and the Grassy Key Sandbar. * 1st Stop: Reef Snorkeling at Coffin's Patch. A Protected Sanctuary Area of the Reef boasting some wreckage remains from a Spanish Galleon that sank around 1733. Also the home of abundant tropical SEALIFE! 8-15' deep. * 2nd Stop: Grassy Key Sandbar. First try some shallow water snorkeling above the Turtle Grass flats. Discover Conch, Bahamian Starfish, horseshoe crabs and more. Then soak up some Florida Sunshine, chill and relax on the white sandy bottom or the giant floating mat! 0-4' deep. Conditions vary each day and waves and currents fluctuate. MUST BE A PROFICIENT SWIMMER. Included: - All snorkel gear - Noodles, balls, giant floating mat at the sandbar - Water, iced coolers - Restroom on boat Beverages, snacks and essentials can be purchased at the Marina Store.
Free cancellation

What's included

  • Water and iced coolers
  • USE_OF_SNORKELING_EQUIPMENT
  • Giant floating mat, footballs, frisbees and noodles at Sandbar

Itinerary

  1. Join us as we set off for Reef Snorkeling at the shallow patch reefs of the Coffins Patch Sanctuary Preservation Area (SPA), located approximately four nautical miles off Key Colony Beach. It offers some of the best snorkeling in the Middle Keys. Approximate depth is 10-20 feet. (1h 0min)
  2. After snorkeling, we make our way to the Grassy Key Sandbar to swim, float and relax like the locals! Shallow water with a pristine white sandy bottom, 1-4' deep. Giant floating mat, noodles, and beverages included. (1h 0min)

Meeting & end point

Meeting point
Meet at our boat at Marina Marathon at Tarpon Creek, next to Sparky's Landing Restaurant. Please arrive 10 minutes early.
End point
Meet at our boat at Marina Marathon at Tarpon Creek, next to Sparky's Landing Restaurant. Please arrive 10 minutes early.

Practical information

Operated by
Solé Watersports
Max group size
40 travellers
Travellers per booking
1–15
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Important notes

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Frequently asked questions

The tour runs for around 3 hours 30 minutes. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.

What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.

We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.