Everglades/Keys Archives – Go Gulf States https://www.gogulfstates.com/activities/regions/florida/everglades-keys/ Find Yourself on the Third Coast Sat, 15 Jul 2023 16:12:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://mlsqw1skpego.i.optimole.com/w:32/h:32/rt:fill/g:ce/q:mauto/process:46/id:06011a28e8778508b8ddecef980d74fa/https://www.gogulfstates.com/ggs-site-icon.png Everglades/Keys Archives – Go Gulf States https://www.gogulfstates.com/activities/regions/florida/everglades-keys/ 32 32 3.5-Hour Private Snorkel Tour https://www.gogulfstates.com/activity/3-5-hour-private-snorkel-tours/ Wed, 29 Mar 2023 19:57:24 +0000 https://www.gogulfstates.com/?post_type=activity&p=53571 Snorkel at John Pennekamp State Park and the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary to see an abundance of marine life and a wide variety of living coral plus see the famous Christ of the Abyss underwater statue

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]]> Join us for snorkeling fun for an hour at each of two locations! We’ll take you to John Pennekamp State Park and the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary to see an abundance of marine life and a wide variety of living coral. Plus, see the famous Christ of the Abyss underwater statue (weather permitting).

All guests that are snorkeling must know how to swim.

Included:

  • Photo package
  • Reef-safe sunscreen onboard
  • Snacks & drinks onboard
  • Snorkeling instruction is included on every trip
  • High-quality snorkel equipment (mask, snorkel, and fins)
  • Prescription (Nearsighted) Mask -2.0 to -6.0
  • Short wetsuits included if needed
  • Snorkel vests & swim noodles
  • Cooler with ice for your personal snacks & drinks

Important Details:

  • Please, no glass, styrofoam, or plastic bags
  • Price does not include gratuity for the crew

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]]> Suds, Sandbar & Sunset https://www.gogulfstates.com/activity/suds-sandbar-and-sunset/ Wed, 29 Mar 2023 19:56:00 +0000 https://www.gogulfstates.com/?post_type=activity&p=53568 Tired of hanging out at an overcrowded pool? Get your friends and family together and come out and enjoy a frosty cold one at The Valhalla sandbar. Once done, climb back on board and enjoy our legendary Sunset Cruise.

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]]> Why hang out at an overcrowded pool when the Valhalla Sandbar is an option? Get your friends and family together and come out and enjoy a frosty cold one on the sandbar. Once done, climb back on board, and enjoy our legendary Sunset Cruise.

Please bring:

• Towels
• Snacks & drinks: No glass bottles
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses
• Refillable water bottle

Provided:

• Water, sodas, sparking water, adult beverages, Champagne Toast
• Snorkel gear & giant floating mat
• Restroom on boat

Please arrive at least 20 minutes before departure and check in at Solé Office.

We ask that anyone with any disabilities call the office to book.

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]]> Dolphin, Birding & Shelling https://www.gogulfstates.com/activity/dolphin-birding-and-shelling-tour/ Wed, 29 Mar 2023 19:54:36 +0000 https://www.gogulfstates.com/?post_type=activity&p=53565 You will learn about the island's beach dynamics and collect some of the wonderful shells on these remote islands.

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]]> Consisting of two parts, the Dolphin, Birding & Shelling Tour is a wonderful experience for the whole family and a great introduction to the area. First, a tour to search for dolphins and wading birds. Then, a shelling tour to explore an uninhabited barrier island. Learn about the island’s beach dynamics and collect some of the wonderful shells on these remote islands.

In comfortable captain-style seating, you will be safely brought deep into the 10,000 Islands Wildlife Refuge for a two-hour interpretive tour of the area led by a Florida Master Naturalist. Depending on the season, you can expect to encounter manatees, dolphins, sea turtles, bald eagles, ospreys, herons, egrets, pelicans, rosette spoonbills, as well as numerous species of fish and shore birds.

The entire Everglades area – including Everglades National Park and the 10,000 Islands Wildlife Refuge – is a wonderful place for wildlife, particularly manatees, dolphins, and wading birds. Marco Island is one of the largest and the western most of the 10,000 Islands. Come spend some time exploring and shelling on one of the other 9,999 Islands!

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