Snorkel Tours in the US
Snorkeling trips and excursions we would book ourselves, by state. Every pick runs small groups, briefs you on the reef and keeps hands off the wildlife.
Hawaii snorkel tours
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Manta Ray Night Snorkel Kona
by Dolphin Discoveries
Small-group rigid inflatable boat trip to the Manta Village feeding area, about 45 to 60 minutes in the water, with a naturalist safety briefing.
Pre-entry briefing covers no touching and non-nano zinc sunscreen; the operator says it uses a small-group format.
From $99.99Check availabilityPrice checked 2026-10-22 - 02
Morning Magic Kealakekua Bay Kayak and Snorkel Tour
by Kona Boys
Guided kayak and snorkel trip across Kealakekua Bay. The operator's page lists both 4.5 and 5 hours.
Kona Boys is one of the vendors the State Parks page names as permitted to lead guided kayak tours to the monument.
From $249.99Check availabilityPrice checked 2026-10-22 - 03
Midday Meander: Kealakekua Bay Kayak and Snorkel Tour
by Kona Boys
Shorter guided kayak and snorkel trip in Kealakekua Bay.
Kona Boys is named on the State Parks permitted vendor list for guided monument kayak tours.
From $169.99Check availabilityPrice checked 2026-10-22 - 04
Morning Kealakekua Snorkel Tour
by Fair Wind Cruises
Boat snorkel trip to Kealakekua Bay on the Fair Wind II, with island-style breakfast and lunch.
The operator publishes an environmental pledge for snorkeling and serves plant-based meals; certifications not verified.
From $158Check availabilityPrice checked 2026-10-22 - 05
Afternoon Kealakekua Snorkeling Tour
by Fair Wind Cruises
Shorter afternoon boat snorkel trip to Kealakekua Bay on the Fair Wind II.
The operator publishes an environmental pledge for snorkeling; certifications not verified.
From $117Check availabilityPrice checked 2026-10-22 - 06
Super-Raft Kona Snorkel Tour
by Body Glove Hawaii
Morning snorkel trip on the 41 ft Kona Explorer raft, described by the operator as suited to smaller parties. Ages 6 and up.
From $130Check availabilityPrice checked 2026-10-22 - 07
Kona Coast Snorkel Tour
by Fair Wind Cruises
Faster Hula Kai boat to several South Kona snorkel sites, breakfast and lunch included, ages 7 and up.
The operator publishes an environmental pledge for snorkeling; certifications not verified.
From $167Check availabilityPrice checked 2026-10-22 - 08
Na Pali Raft Snorkel Adventure
by Captain Andy's Sailing Adventures
Four-hour raft trip along the Na Pali cliffs with sea caves, waterfalls and a reef snorkel. Snorkel gear, flotation vests and in-water help for beginners are included.
Captain Andy's lists a 1% for the Planet membership, picks the snorkel site daily for water clarity and reef protection, and asks guests to bring reef-safe sunscreen.
From $229Check availabilityPrice checked 2026-10-22
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Florida snorkel tours
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Egmont Key Ferry (optional snorkel add-on)
by Hubbard's Marina
A ferry with about 3 hours on Egmont Key. Snorkeling is sold separately on the day, not guaranteed, and depends on clarity, wind, current and jellyfish. Mask, snorkel and fins can be rented aboard. Capacity 49. $45 is the adult ferry fare only.
Operates to a National Wildlife Refuge with strict rules: no pets, alcohol, glass or drones, and stay out of staked nesting areas. Snorkel price is not published, so ask when booking.
From $45Check availabilityPrice checked 2026-10-22 - 02
Crystal River Small-Group Manatee Swim, Photo Package
by Operator listed on Viator
A small-group manatee swim in Kings Bay with a photo package. Listing runs about 3 hours.
Small-group size and in-water guides help keep to passive observation. Confirm the operator briefs on Manatee Manners before booking.
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Crystal River Small-Group Swim with Manatees
by Operator listed on Viator
A guided small-group manatee swim in Kings Bay.
Small-group size and in-water guides help keep to passive observation. Confirm the operator briefs on Manatee Manners before booking.
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Crystal River Small-Group Snorkeling With Manatees (6 guests or less)
by Operator listed on Viator
A semi-private manatee snorkel capped at six guests.
Small-group size and in-water guides help keep to passive observation. Confirm the operator briefs on Manatee Manners before booking.
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Crystal River Guided Swim with the Manatees
by Operator listed on Viator
A guided manatee snorkel departing in Kings Bay.
Small-group size and in-water guides help keep to passive observation. Confirm the operator briefs on Manatee Manners before booking.
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Crystal River Manatee Swimming Experience
by Operator listed on Viator
A guided manatee swim in Crystal River with an in-water guide.
Small-group size and in-water guides help keep to passive observation. Confirm the operator briefs on Manatee Manners before booking.
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Destin Jetty and Bay Snorkeling Eco Tour
by Pelican Adventures
A 2.5 hour trip to the Destin jetty and Choctawhatchee Bay grass flats, with sanitized snorkel gear and a CPR-certified instructor on board. Up to 28 passengers. Non-swimmers stay on the boat.
An on-board instructor and an eco tour focus on the grass flats. Price is not listed on the tour page; check the rates page.
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Crab Island Snorkeling Tours
by Original Crab Island (Crab Island Watersports)
Boat tours to Crab Island with snorkel mask, fins and life jackets provided. Private, group and family options are listed. The page lists 'starts at $49' without saying whether it is the adult rate.
From $49Check availabilityPrice checked 2026-10-22
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California snorkel tours
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Guided Snorkel Eco Tour
by Catalina Tours
About an hour in the water in the Casino Point marine protected area, with mask, snorkel, fins and wetsuit included. Ages 8 and up, swimmers only.
Guided inside a no-take MPA with an orientation before entry.
From $71.5Check availabilityPrice checked 2026-10-22 - 02
Guided Snorkel Eco Adventure
by Catalina Divers Supply
Divemaster-led shore snorkel at Casino Point, daily at 12 pm and 2 pm, with full gear and wetsuit included. Ages 8 and up.
The shop reports underwater cleanups and PADI AWARE conservation work.
From $65Check availabilityPrice checked 2026-10-22 - 03
Channel Islands guided snorkel excursion
by Channel Islands Adventure Company
Guided snorkel at Scorpion Anchorage inside Channel Islands National Park. The company is the park concessionaire for snorkel rentals and guided tours there. Prices vary by listing, so check the booking page.
Official National Park Service concessionaire operating inside a marine protected area.
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Catalina Snorkeling by Boat
by Catalina Divers Supply
Boat trip to sheltered leeward-side sites with a staff member in the water. Gear, wetsuit, water and lunch included. Ages 8 and up, comfortable in deep water. Dolphins and whales are possible on the way.
Led by a trained staff member from a shop that reports running underwater cleanups.
From $99Check availabilityPrice checked 2026-10-22 - 05
Two Harbors guided kayak and snorkel tour
by Two Harbors Dive & Recreation Center
Divemasters guide kayak and snorkel trips to coves near Two Harbors. Price not published online, call 310-510-4272 to book. Rental gear and wetsuits (3 mm or 7 mm) are also available at the pier.
Small-scale guided trips run by the island's own dive center.
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Leopard Shark Encounter (La Jolla Snorkeling Tour)
by Bike and Kayak Tours
A guided intro snorkel in the Ecological Reserve with snorkel gear included. Listed for ages 12 and up, and you must swim without a flotation device. A 17.5 percent service fee applies.
Guided entry teaches you to keep your distance from the sharks and keep off the bottom. Ask about wetsuit sizing, since the listing does not say it is included.
From $59Check availabilityPrice checked 2026-10-22 - 07
Kayak and Snorkel Tour
by Bike and Kayak Tours
Paddle along the cliffs to the sea caves, then snorkel in the Ecological Reserve. Seasonal, so confirm dates before you book.
Staying in a guided group keeps kayaks well off the sea lion rocks. The listing says to call for current snorkel conditions before you buy.
From $79Check availabilityPrice checked 2026-10-22 - 08
Kayak and Snorkel Tour
by La Jolla Kayak
Mask, snorkel, fins and wetsuit are included, then you paddle and snorkel in the reserve. Runs May to October, weather permitting. Ages 6 and up in a tandem kayak with an adult.
A local shop operating from La Jolla Shores since 1996, with wetsuits included for the cold water.
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What makes a Guardian tour
We look for small groups, a real safety and reef briefing before anyone gets wet, crews who keep guests off the coral and give wildlife space, mooring buoys instead of anchors on reef, and reef-safe sunscreen or rash guards on board.
Extra points for operators in local certification programs, like the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary Blue Star program, and for those who fund or run reef restoration.