Elliott Key Eco-Adventure

This program Departs from Dinner Key Marina in Coconut Grove at 3400 Pan American Drive, Miami 33133. To ensure a smooth and timely departure, we ask that visitors plan to arrive at the dock location 30 minutes before the scheduled trip.

Please be aware that traffic conditions closer to Downtown Miami can vary, giving yourself ample time for travel is advised to avoid any delays. To account for potential traffic delays, the recommendation is to give yourself at least 1 hour of buffer time, especially during peak traffic hours. This precautionary measure ensures that visitors have extra time to navigate through any unexpected traffic situations, allowing you to arrive at Dinner Key Marina in Coconut Grove with ease.

Check out our to learn more about transportation options for this location.

Please note: You will have to pay for parking at this location.

• We recommend parking in the Regatta Harbour Parking Garage located at 3351 Pan American Dr, Miami, FL 33133.
• There’s also a paid parking lot between Pan American Dr. and Regatta Park. This lot is limited to 4-hours.

Important Note: Visitors are advised that on certain days and time of day, parking availability at our departure location in Coconut Grove may be limited. To ensure a hassle-free experience, we recommend to opt for ride-share options such as Uber or Lyft. This will help mitigate potential challenges associated with limited close by parking availability.

This program is for guest ages 12 and older with previous paddling experience. Guests that are 8 and older are able to participate on a private trip.

For the safety of all our guests, there is a maximum weight limit of 275 for all in-water-activities. This includes the following activities: kayaking, paddle boarding (SUPs), snorkeling, and SCUBA diving.

There is not a weight limit for guests who are not engaging in an in-water-activity.

For the safety of all our guests, guests must be able to climb a four-step vertical ladder without assistance. This ladder will be used to get on and off the boat when participating in an in-water-activity.

All minors must be accompanied by an adult.

This program travels by high-speed boat in open waters where the jarring motion of the boat could cause problems for pregnant women, those with recent surgeries or back injuries, and can cause motion/sea sickness. To best accommodate you and make your trip safe and enjoyable, please make a note in your reservation or privately notify our captain or mate if:

• You are not an experienced snorkeler
• You have any recent surgeries
• You have any back injuries
• You have any medical conditions
• You are prone to motion/sea sickness
• You are pregnant
• You have any other concerns regarding your safety and health

We recommend that you bring along the following:

• Water Bottle
• Lunch
• Footwear must be tightly secured to the foot. Flip-flops/ thong sandals or backless shoes are not allowed. We recommend wearing sneakers or strappy sandals that secure the back of the foot.
• Bug repellent and bug jackets
• We recommend light weight long sleeves and long pants for sun and mosquito protection
• Reef safe sunscreen
• Towel and extra clothes

Lunch is NOT included. Please bring your own lunch and snacks so you don’t go hungry on your full-day adventure!

You can also bring a small cooler and a bag with you on the boat. Please do not bring anything that you don’t wish to get wet. We recommend storing any valuables in waterproof bag.

There are non-heated showers available on the island.

What equipment is provided during the program?

• Sit on top double kayaks will be provided to use during the paddle portion of this program.
• Snorkel vests are provided. If snorkeling is part of your excursion, you will be given a snorkel vest that must been worn while snorkeling.
• Snorkeling equipment is available for rent during check-out or on the day of your excursion at our store. Fins are required to wear while snorkeling.
  • Snorkeling Bundle (Masks, Fins, Snorkel) $16
  • Mask $5
  • Fins $6
  • Snorkels $5
  • Shorty Wetsuits $10

Boat Information

• The boat will be either be a 23’ or 28’ boat that will have a max of 6 passengers on shared trips.
• We cannot exceed 6 passenger on this boat due to Coast Guard safety regulations. Infants and children still count as a passenger.
• This boat does not have a restroom; we recommend using the restroom before departing, there are restrooms in the island.
• There is a cooler with extra water on the boat, and a cooler to store snacks as well. You can also leave your stuff on the boat throughout the day, but there is a chance that it will get wet, we highly suggest storing anything that you don’t wish to get wet in a drybag.

Online waivers will be sent with the booking confirmation. No printing necessary. You can even complete the waivers on your phone! Adults over the age of 18 must complete and submit their own waiver. Minors ages 17 and younger must have a parent or legal guardian complete and submit a waiver on behalf of the minor. For snorkeling activities there are separate waivers for adults and minors, please be sure you are completing the appropriate waiver. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. To complete the waiver process, you will need to confirm your email address through and email that will be sent by Smartwaiver.

Snorkeling and paddling are exciting and demanding activities. When performed correctly, applying correct techniques, it is relatively safe. However, there are certain medical conditions that increase risk. If you have a medical condition described on the Medical Statement or any other condition that would be contrary to safe participation in any in-water activities, you must provide documentation that you sought the advice of a physician prior to engaging in these activities.

Our tour guides, Naturalists, are continuous students of the natural world and provide interpretive, educational, and historical programs in South Florida’s National Parks. Each are trained by the National Park Service to ensure they are equipped with and can provide the most up to date information, research, and opportunities when connecting with guests.  

Interpretation is a purposeful form of communication that seeks to translate the world around us. Our Naturalists help interpret the natural environment, history, research, etc. to support guests in broadening their perspectives, deepening their understanding, and inspiring them to cultivate meaningful connections with South Florida’s National Parks.