Peanut Island Snorkel & Paddle Adventure
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Overview
Experience Peanut Island Adventures, a tropical escape in Palm Beach, Florida. This adventure isn't just a tour; it's an invitation to discover Florida's marine life and scenic beauty. Participants can choose their own adventure with options for snorkeling, paddleboarding, kayaking, or simply cruising around Peanut Island.
During high tide, the waters surrounding Peanut Island come alive, offering crystal-clear views of colorful fish, starfish, and maybe even gentle manatees and sea turtles. Wild parrots and iguanas add to the island's tropical charm. This isn't just a sightseeing tour; it's a hands-on exploration of a unique Florida ecosystem. The adventure includes bottled water to keep everyone refreshed during the excursion.
Please note that the start times vary daily based on the local tide, typically occurring during the two-hour window around high tide. Contact the operator before heading out to confirm the exact start time. Snorkel equipment is available for rent, but shoe sizes must be provided in advance.




Highlights
Snorkel in Clear Waters: See colorful fish and marine life in the clear waters around Peanut Island.
Paddleboard Adventure: Explore the island's coastline on a stand-up paddleboard.
Kayak Through the Tropics: Paddle through calm waters and discover hidden spots around the island.
Spot Local Wildlife: Keep an eye out for manatees, turtles, and tropical birds during your adventure.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally enjoy the snorkeling and kayaking experience around Peanut Island, especially praising the guide, Curtis. However, some customers reported issues with the clarity of the tour description and scheduling changes.

Customers love Curtis, the guide, for being patient, knowledgeable, and making the experience fun.
Many enjoyed seeing diverse marine life while snorkeling, including colorful fish.
Families appreciated the personalized service and the ability for kids to participate, like steering the boat.
Snorkeling and kayaking around Peanut Island were well worth the time.
Some customers were unhappy because they thought the trip included beach access or other activities, which were not available.
A few people experienced scheduling issues or felt the tour was misrepresented online.
The Journey
Peanut Island
Peanut Island is a man-made island located in the Intracoastal Waterway near the Port of Palm Beach. It offers a variety of recreational activities, including snorkeling, swimming, and picnicking. The island is known for its clear waters and abundant marine life, making it a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts. It also has a rich history, having served as a bunker for President John F. Kennedy.
Know Before You Go
This Peanut Island adventure includes refreshing bottled water. It excludes snorkel equipment rental (available separately). Since the experience is a private excursion, it will require communication with the tour operator. Transportation to and from the island is included. The trip usually last for two hours. Confirm tide times with the operator before arrival.
Hot Tip
Call or text the guide, Curtis, before your trip to confirm the exact start time due to tidal changes and to arrange for snorkel equipment rental if needed. Also, the trip is primarily focused on snorkeling, so be prepared for a water-based experience.