Florida Vacation: Snorkeling and Scuba Diving in Biscayne National Park

Written by Vacation Idea.com Travel Editors.

Biscayne National Park is 95% water and scuba diving gives experienced divers a view of the park hidden to most visitors.

Scuba Trips are offered by the the park's concessioner Saturdays and Sundays from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm. Certified divers can experience the beauty of Florida's living coral reefs while on vacation. Diving opportunities include diving the patch reefs, the outer reefs, or doing a mini-wall dive.

Reservations are required and a six passenger minimum applies for scuba diving trips in Biscayne National Park, Florida. Fee is $54.00 for a two tank dive, weights included. Additional equipment rental is extra. For information, reservations and to plan your Florida vacation, call 305-230-1100.

If you do not have a scuba diving certification, do not despair. Daily Snorkel Trips are offered in the park from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm. A Park Ranger orientation begins 15 minutes prior to departure. Visitors get one hour and 15 minutes of water time. Reservations are recommended and six passenger minimum applies. Fee, excluding tax, is $35.00 and includes mask, snorkel, fins, snorkeling vest and instruction. For information and reservations, call 305-230-1100.