We had captain Brad at the end of June. There were 2 divers and 3 snorklers on our boat that day…read more My family was the group of snorklers. Brad took us to two locations that were perfect for both snorkeling and diving. The first was a reef where we were able to get up close to the reef right at the surface of the water. The 2nd was a large ship wreck that you can see in the pictures attached to this review. Brad also made sure that my brother was given good directions as it was his first time ever snorkeling. He also made the waiting on the boat enjoyable while we waited for the divers to get settled in luring fish back to the boat where we even saw a barracuda chase a yellow fin snapper right out of the water (picture attached). Brad also took us to sites where we were the only snorklers which made the trip even better! I appreciated the view without all of the other snorkler fins in the way. The shop had lots of masks, snorkels, and fins to borrow and made the process of getting on and off the boat very streamline. There is another large snorkeling company in the same shopping strip, so just make sure you are going to the correct door. The other company was very friendly and guided us to the correct location upon arrival. There was ample parking when we arrived, but I imagine when the other company has lots of customers, the parking could get crowded. The parking is also on shells and not paved.

Knowledgable and friendly staff. Very accommodating when we had changes in our trip due to the…read moreweather. Had all the equipment available to us that we needed. Had a blast diving in the beautiful waters of key largo!

Captain Mark gave us a great experience, the best day of our vacation. The boat was roomy, shaded,…read moreice & cooler and all the water toys you could need. Mark recommended Ocean View Inn & Sports Pub at the end of our trip for food and a pool. We had a great dinner and cooled off in there pool. We met so many friendly locals at the sandbar & fell in love with the area. HIGHLY recommend Captain Mark for a full day of fun and relaxation.

Captain Mark is great! We got to go snorkeling, cruising, and go out to a sandbar. Captain Mark…read moremade it a very enjoyable experience! Highly recommend!

Had a fantastic time with Dan and Ryan! Very knowledgeable and patient with rookies and a great…read moreguide to more seasoned anglers! Personal authentic and fun!!!

Dan and Richie were fantastic hosts and guides. We had a lot of fun and caught great snapper and…read moretriggerfish for dinner. They recommended a great local spot to have the fish cooked up for us that night and it was delicious!

Nov 2026. Stop. Do yourself a solid and schedule a hang with Capt Larry. We ran down to the Keys…read morefrom Maine. After our our one trip with him, we are coming back in Oct to Largo for 2 weeks to experience 'His' Keys. Seriously, The Capt is a Master Nature Interpreter and old Keys Historian. If you want authenticity book now.

Captain larry is very knowledgeable and gave us a wonderful tour of key largo. My husband and I had…read morea wonderful time and he is a great guy and very reasonable. Definitely recommend this to anyone visiting key largo. %

It's a positive sign that the snorkel operator is doing something right when people take a snorkel…read moretrip two days in a row. One of the participants on our boat did exactly that and she enjoyed herself on both trips. The boat went to different locations on each day, so repeat snorkeler was able to see different parts of the reef. Paradise Island Charters is a small boat that holds only 15 people, and we had 11 on our trip. The sales rep at the dock said the limited capacity allows for a more personal trip with more attention from the crew. This was very much the case as we had a couple of newbies with us and First Mate Al was able to provide them with a lot of assistance (& patience!) Al was very knowledgeable about the fish, the reef, and the overall snorkeling process. She was personable and seemed to enjoy her job very much. She even gave us a few good suggestions for places to dine in Key Largo. Captain Doug was friendly, knowledgeable, and very safety-conscious. He was also an amazing captain. He spotted a family of dolphins and skillfully turned his boat in large circles at just the right speed so that the dolphins could safely frolic in the boat's wake. What an amazing sight! We watched the dolphins jumping for several minutes until they swam off. Thank you Captain Doug for that awesome show! Unfortunately the snorkeling was exciting but not for the best of reasons: numerous jellyfish were floating in the area and we spent a lot of time trying to avoid them. Although the coral and the fish were great to see, the abundance of jellyfish was a big distraction. And some of the snorkelers were stung. If you are comparing snorkeling tour operators, please be aware that Paradise Island Charters does not include the snorkeling equipment in the base price of their tours. They do offer prescription snorkel masks for people who wear glasses. Overall, the trip was really fun and I would recommend this company to other snorkelers. Doug and Al are a key part of their success.

Captain Doug & First Mate Micaela (sp?) were great! We haven't snorkeled in years, since we…read morecertified for scuba and had a great time! Great snorkeling locations, like Seagrass Reef, which bring the sea floor up to you. Nice boat and snacks and they were super accommodating to our tardiness

Caption Mike is a very sweet soul. He cares very deeply…read moreabout your experience. You will not find a more knowledgeable guide. He is very intent on safety and finding the perfect spot. If you want a cheap and quick tour with very little interaction and surrounded by 30 strangers, all means, by take one of the cheaper group tours. But, if you want an intimate personalized experience you will never forget - call now! You won't regret it! r

My husband and I went out with Mike twice last week…read more I REALLY love snorkeling but hate those crowded party boats, so I was looking for a more personalized way to go. Most charter boats seem to be in the $500+ range for a half day. Mike charges not by the hours but by the number of people, taking 2-6 per trip. So, just two of us for a snorkeling trip was just $160. I consider that a real bargain for having a boat all to ourselves! The first day we were to go snorkeling the conditions were not good for it. The water was too choppy and cloudy. Mike suggested a sunset cruise. We accepted. He will let you take whatever food or drink aboard that you want. We didn't have anything but sure wished we had some wine and cheese for the beautiful evening. The horizon was cloudy and we didn't expect much of a sunset, but Mike kept saying "wait and see". Sure enough, there was one opening in the clouds exactly where the sun was setting. It was gorgeous. We even saw the rare and infamous Green Flash! The two hour trip was $110. We were to try a snorkeling trip again two days later, but weather still was not good. But Mike kept in touch with us and as things improved he let us know when it would be good to go. He easily could have taken us to the site at our first scheduled time and said "oh well, not my fault the water is cloudy and choppy for snorkeling," but he wanted us to have a great experience so waited until the time was right. He is not out to steal your money, he honestly wants you to have the best time possible! Again, sure enough, Mike took us to the reef at exactly the right time! The water was calm and clear and we had one of our best snorkeling experiences ever anywhere in the world. When we got out of the water some squalls were appearing. Mike threaded us through them expertly on our way back in. Mike is extremely in tune with the tides, the weather, the moon. He has sailed all over the world for all his life. He will take you out when YOU want to go. No set schedules. We hope to sail with Mike again someday!

Best time of my life! Visited Florida for a summer vacation with the family and Capt. Rob was…read morehilarious & amazing! Took us out snorkeling, paddle boarding & even did a little fishing! The kids had an absolute blast! We even saw some dolphins! Couldn't have asked for a better time for the family! Thanks captain Rob!

Our Sand Hopper Adventure bout tour with Captain Rob was the highlight of our Florida Keys trip. We…read morebooked a quick last minute charter and he exceeded our expectations. We placed a wager at the beginning of our tour that if he found us a manatee he would get an extra tip; and he did! Captain Rob was wonderful with our 4 year old son and 2 year old daughter. He had snacks for the kiddos, let them both drive the boat, and even helped my son catch his first fish! Months later my son still talks about his time on the boat and how he caught a snapper. He taught us a lot of fun facts about the area and native plants/animals. If we ever take a trip to the Keys again this would be at the top of our to do list!

Staff were great. Rented the Catalina 22. Boat was in good condition and a blast to sail. I will…read morerent there again.

Nice relaxing boat ride. Learned about sailing !! Friendly…read morecaptain & crew. Weather was clear & calm.