Ultimate Snorkel

Caribbean Coral Gardens Reef and Grand Turk Wall Snorkeling (Columbus Landfall Marine National Park)
Price: $85.00
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Small
Shore Excursion Type Active, Scenic, Water/Beach
Shore Excursion Duration 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Activity Level ? Moderate
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? An approximately 10 minute walk from the cruise ship pier.
Food/Beverage Provided Bottled water
Recommended Dress It is recommended that guests wear their swimsuit underneath comfortable clothing. Rubber soled shoes are recommended for walking on potentially slippery boat deck. Sunscreen (biodegradable preferred), beach towel, and sunglasses are also recommended.
Restrictions Minimum age is 6 and guests must have a general knowledge of swimming as snorkeling is from the boat. Guests must be able to jump out of boat, pull themselves from the water via the boats ladder.

Ultimate Snorkel

Come along on an unforgettable snorkeling excursion! We'll whisk you away in small groups on a short boat ride through the protected Columbus Landfall Marine National Park. You will get to visit two unique and pristine snorkeling locations on this Grand Turk excursion.

The first location is Coral Gardens Reef. It is approximately 15 - 20 feet in depth and filled with many tropical fish, such as the Yellowtail snapper, white and yellow grunts, and the protected parrot fish. You may also have the chance to pet a Nurse Shark if they make an appearance. You will also get to experience a variety of Caribbean coral clustered formations and sponges at this reef such as the Brain Coral, Barrel Coral, and the Octo Coral that adorns the reef.

The second location is the famous Grand Turk Wall. Located approximately 1000 feet from the shore line, it is the third largest barrier reef in the world. Its coral shelf starts at 20 feet below the surface and goes down to more than 70 feet, and then falls off 7000 feet and beyond; it's just breathtaking to see this site. At the wall you will get to see many tropical fish, such as Parrot Fish, Chubs, Jacks, and oftentimes Atlantic Mackerel cruising by. You will get to explore the undersea wonders of the coral formation environment throughout this snorkeling excursion.

Snorkel equipment including mask, snorkel, fins, as well as inflatable snorkeling vests are included (children's sizes available). There is complimentary bottled water on board. The boat does not have a restroom. Guests must be able to jump from the boat, and climb back into the boat via the boats ladder.

Please Note: You will have approximately 30 minutes to snorkel at each location.

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