Snorkeling Tour - Replicated Shipwreck & Reef Snorkel Trail
Join me for snorkeling tour in the ocean, hosted by Sunrise Paddleboards!
Saturday, July 26th, 2025: 8:00am - 10:00am
The Jean-Michel Cousteau Snorkel Trail is an artificial reef system located off Fort Lauderdale Beach, dedicated by Jean-Michel Cousteau in May 2002. This snorkel trail was designed to replicate elements of a shipwreck environment, providing an educational and recreational experience for snorkelers. It features man-made structures like concrete cannons, a large anchor, and a ballast pile—elements typical of historical shipwrecks in the region. These were intentionally placed to mimic the kind of underwater scenes explorers like Jacques Cousteau documented in their work. The trail, which began development in 1998 and took four years to complete, is part of a broader effort to create an accessible underwater attraction while fostering marine life growth. It sits in shallow waters (8 to 16 feet deep) and is noted for its biodiversity, hosting species like sea turtles, parrotfish, barracuda, and more.
Equipment will be provided including snorkel, life vest, and fins. We will also have at least one paddleboard with us in case you’d like to sit on it to rest while swimming or use it to get to another area of the reef instead of swimming.
Swim Level: Intermediate, Advanced (comfortable swimming with a personal floatation device in 8-16ft deep water)
Marine Life?
Fish You May Encounter: Parrotfish, Blue Tang, Tarpon, Barracuda, French Angels, Trumpetfish
Unique Species: Spotted Scorpionfish, Peacock Flounder, Caribbean Spiny Lobster, Spotted Goatfish
Larger Marine Creatures: Nurse Sharks, Manta Rays, Eagle Rays, Large Sea Turtles
Others: Octopus, Cuttlefish, Blue-Headed Wrasse, Sergeant Majors
Location: Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL
Exact details of where to meet will be provided after registration.
What to bring:
Swimsuit (Ladies: one or two-piece is fine as long as you feel secure)
Sun protection
Towel
Water
Optional: Waterproof phone case to take photos
Weather Policy:
Tours may be rescheduled or refunded due to poor weather conditions. In the event of a thunderstorm, Sarah will notify you as soon as possible of any delays or cancellations.
Age and Fitness Requirements: Not suitable for children under 8, and not recommended for children under 13. Participants should have a moderate fitness level and be able to swim for up to an hour.
Health Restrictions: Not recommended for pregnant travelers, those with back or leg injuries, or those with heart conditions.
Join me for snorkeling tour in the ocean, hosted by Sunrise Paddleboards!
Saturday, July 26th, 2025: 8:00am - 10:00am
The Jean-Michel Cousteau Snorkel Trail is an artificial reef system located off Fort Lauderdale Beach, dedicated by Jean-Michel Cousteau in May 2002. This snorkel trail was designed to replicate elements of a shipwreck environment, providing an educational and recreational experience for snorkelers. It features man-made structures like concrete cannons, a large anchor, and a ballast pile—elements typical of historical shipwrecks in the region. These were intentionally placed to mimic the kind of underwater scenes explorers like Jacques Cousteau documented in their work. The trail, which began development in 1998 and took four years to complete, is part of a broader effort to create an accessible underwater attraction while fostering marine life growth. It sits in shallow waters (8 to 16 feet deep) and is noted for its biodiversity, hosting species like sea turtles, parrotfish, barracuda, and more.
Equipment will be provided including snorkel, life vest, and fins. We will also have at least one paddleboard with us in case you’d like to sit on it to rest while swimming or use it to get to another area of the reef instead of swimming.
Swim Level: Intermediate, Advanced (comfortable swimming with a personal floatation device in 8-16ft deep water)
Marine Life?
Fish You May Encounter: Parrotfish, Blue Tang, Tarpon, Barracuda, French Angels, Trumpetfish
Unique Species: Spotted Scorpionfish, Peacock Flounder, Caribbean Spiny Lobster, Spotted Goatfish
Larger Marine Creatures: Nurse Sharks, Manta Rays, Eagle Rays, Large Sea Turtles
Others: Octopus, Cuttlefish, Blue-Headed Wrasse, Sergeant Majors
Location: Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL
Exact details of where to meet will be provided after registration.
What to bring:
Swimsuit (Ladies: one or two-piece is fine as long as you feel secure)
Sun protection
Towel
Water
Optional: Waterproof phone case to take photos
Weather Policy:
Tours may be rescheduled or refunded due to poor weather conditions. In the event of a thunderstorm, Sarah will notify you as soon as possible of any delays or cancellations.
Age and Fitness Requirements: Not suitable for children under 8, and not recommended for children under 13. Participants should have a moderate fitness level and be able to swim for up to an hour.
Health Restrictions: Not recommended for pregnant travelers, those with back or leg injuries, or those with heart conditions.
Join me for snorkeling tour in the ocean, hosted by Sunrise Paddleboards!
Saturday, July 26th, 2025: 8:00am - 10:00am
The Jean-Michel Cousteau Snorkel Trail is an artificial reef system located off Fort Lauderdale Beach, dedicated by Jean-Michel Cousteau in May 2002. This snorkel trail was designed to replicate elements of a shipwreck environment, providing an educational and recreational experience for snorkelers. It features man-made structures like concrete cannons, a large anchor, and a ballast pile—elements typical of historical shipwrecks in the region. These were intentionally placed to mimic the kind of underwater scenes explorers like Jacques Cousteau documented in their work. The trail, which began development in 1998 and took four years to complete, is part of a broader effort to create an accessible underwater attraction while fostering marine life growth. It sits in shallow waters (8 to 16 feet deep) and is noted for its biodiversity, hosting species like sea turtles, parrotfish, barracuda, and more.
Equipment will be provided including snorkel, life vest, and fins. We will also have at least one paddleboard with us in case you’d like to sit on it to rest while swimming or use it to get to another area of the reef instead of swimming.
Swim Level: Intermediate, Advanced (comfortable swimming with a personal floatation device in 8-16ft deep water)
Marine Life?
Fish You May Encounter: Parrotfish, Blue Tang, Tarpon, Barracuda, French Angels, Trumpetfish
Unique Species: Spotted Scorpionfish, Peacock Flounder, Caribbean Spiny Lobster, Spotted Goatfish
Larger Marine Creatures: Nurse Sharks, Manta Rays, Eagle Rays, Large Sea Turtles
Others: Octopus, Cuttlefish, Blue-Headed Wrasse, Sergeant Majors
Location: Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL
Exact details of where to meet will be provided after registration.
What to bring:
Swimsuit (Ladies: one or two-piece is fine as long as you feel secure)
Sun protection
Towel
Water
Optional: Waterproof phone case to take photos
Weather Policy:
Tours may be rescheduled or refunded due to poor weather conditions. In the event of a thunderstorm, Sarah will notify you as soon as possible of any delays or cancellations.
Age and Fitness Requirements: Not suitable for children under 8, and not recommended for children under 13. Participants should have a moderate fitness level and be able to swim for up to an hour.
Health Restrictions: Not recommended for pregnant travelers, those with back or leg injuries, or those with heart conditions.