Key Largo Day Trip from Bayside MarketPlace

About this experience

Highlights

Marvel at the submerged 8.5 ft Christ sculpture on optional water activities

Take advantage of North America’s only living coral reef located offshore

Upgrade with snorkeling, a glass-bottom boat tour, kayaking, or paddleboarding

Explore John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park with its beaches and hiking trails

Save money with the transportation only option and explore at your own pace

Make the most of your time in Miami with a day trip to the closest Florida Key, Key Largo, and maximize your time on the island. Choose from activities such as snorkeling, a glass-bottom boat tour, stand-up paddle boarding, or kayaking.

Start your day with a 90-minute drive in an air-conditioned bus from Downtown Miami to Key Largo. Watch as your tour guide points out the famous Caribbean Islands along the drive towards the Florida Keys. See the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico while driving by the coastline.

Once at Key Largo, the first and northernmost of the Florida Keys, enjoy 11 hours to explore the island at a leisurely pace. This is where Miami locals come to enjoy the Keys. Lyft and Uber operate in Key Largo if you need to get around.

Discover John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park with its man-made beaches, hiking trails, concession stores, and unspoiled waters. The State Park concession store has pre-packaged wraps, sandwiches, ice cream, snacks, etc.

Key Largo has a laid-back, tropical atmosphere. There are Tiki bars located right on the water, known for their food and drink. The Fish House, located on the highway, is an excellent fish restaurant.

Upgrade your day trip by choosing from the following options:

Snorkel Tour

A 3-hour snorkeling adventure at North America’s only living coral reef. Travel on a 65-ft high-speed catamaran, receive professional instruction, and use top-of-the-line snorkel gear. The itinerary includes a number of shallow reefs teeming with wildlife. The rental includes bottled water and environmentally friendly suntan lotion.

Glass-bottom boat tour

A 2.5-hour cruise on a glass-bottom boat for a unique glimpse into the serene undersea world in style and comfort. Fun for all the family as you witness the wonders of North America’s only living coral reef, maybe spotting sea turtles and rays. There is a concession on board selling soft drinks and snacks.

SUP Board Rental

1-hour stand-up paddleboard rental. Paddle along the shoreline of John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park. Instructions and a safety briefing are provided.

Kayak Rental

1-hour kayak rental. Explore the unspoiled waters of John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, which extends 3 miles into the ocean. Instructions and a safety briefing are provided. Kayaks are singles, with the rental per kayak.

At the end of the day, meet the bus at 7:30 PM for your 90-minute return trip to Miami.

What’s included

• Round trip air-conditioned bus
• Bilingual guide on the bus
• 3-hour boat trip to Coral Reef and snorkel gear (if option chosen)
• 2.5-hour glass-bottom boat tour (if option chosen)
• 1-hour stand-up paddleboard rental (if option chosen)
• 1-hour kayak rental (if option chosen)
• Entry fee to John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park (except for transportation only option)

Not included

• • Hotel pickup and drop-off • Entry to John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park (if transportation only option chosen) • Food and drinks • Tips

Meeting & departure

Visitor's Center, next to Ben's Pizza, Biscayne Boulevard 401

Check your booking confirmation for the exact meeting point, pickup option and required check-in time. The departure location can vary by ticket option.

Before you book

• It is recommended to book water activities in advance since the activities are often sold out on the day
• The tour operates in all weather conditions
• From the entrance to the State Park, it is about half a mile to the beach and optional activities

A Miami-to-Key-West day trip and a Key West departure are different products. Check where your experience starts before booking.

Changes & cancellations

Review the full cancellation policy and conditions for your selected date and ticket option during booking. Contact our team with your reservation reference if you need help.