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Glass Bottom Boat Tours 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Daily) Sea turtles, dolphins, and colorful tropical fish are just a few of the surprises you might encounter on this three-hour boat tour. Windy conditions will allow you to explore the Florida Keys on foot with less annoyance from insects, while calm conditions afford an opportunity to see the spectacular world of the coral reef. Reservations are recommended and eight passenger minimum applies. Fee is $24.45 plus tax for adults, $16.45 for children under 12 years, and $19.45 for seniors. A $2.50 fuel surcharge will be added to all adult and senior tickets. Snorkel Trips 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Daily) One of the best ways to appreciate the beauty of the park is by snorkeling over the living coral reefs. At the captain's discretion, if off-shore conditions are inclement, a snorkel trip to the protected waters of Biscayne Bay may be substituted. One hour 15 minutes water time. A Park Ranger orientation begins 15 minutes prior to departure. Reservations are recommended and eight passenger minimum applies. Fee, excluding tax, is $35.00 for adults and $29.95 for kids 12 and under. Fee includes mask, snorkel, fins, snorkeling vest and instruction. A $2.50 fuel surcharge will be added to all adult and senior tickets. Scuba Trips 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday only) Certified divers can discover the wonder and pristine beauty of South Florida's living coral reefs on these trips. Diving the patch reefs, the outer reefs, or doing a mini-wall dive are all possibilities offered here at Biscayne. Reservations are required and a eight passenger minimum applies. Fee is $54.00 for a two tank dive, weights included. Additional equipment rental is extra. A $2.50 fuel surcharge will be added to all adult and senior tickets. Island Transportation (November through May Only) Transportation to Elliott Key or Boca Chita Key and return pick up (at a prearranged time) for campers. See Camping for more information on camping opportunities in Biscayne National Park. Advance arrangement required. Fee is $35.95 round trip. A $2.50 fuel surcharge will be added to all adult and senior tickets. Canoe Rentals Explore the mangrove shoreline and its wildlife from Convoy Point. Rented from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. only. $12.00 per hour. Kayak Rentals Sit-on-top kayaks are a great — and fun — way to get acquainted with Biscayne’s resources. Rented from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. only. $16.00 per hour Getting Married Aboard Reef Rover IV Weddings on land or at sea performed by Captain Jack Kelsey. Additional Information All trips are subject to cancellation due to weather or mechanical problems. Call in advance of your visit for up-to-date information and schedules. For information and reservations, contact: Biscayne National Underwater Park, Inc. 9710 SW 328th Street Homestead, FL 33033 Phone: 305-230-1100 E-mail: divebiscayne@bellsouth.net

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For additional information about Biscayne National Park, please contact the park at:

Biscayne National Park
9700 SW 328th Street
Homestead, FL 33033-5634

(305) 230-7275

or Ask A Park Ranger

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Last Updated: Wednesday, November 16, 2005, 13:00:00
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