- Departs From: Deering Estate
- Sat. Days Sat.
- 4 Hours Duration 4 Hours
- Boat Cruise Activity Type Boat Cruise
Depart from Deering Estate and experience Biscayne National Park in a new light!
New This Season- Explore Boca Chita Key, Leaving Twice A Day From Coconut Grove
Half Day Guided Boat Trip And Lighthouse Visit
Quick Details
Departure Location: Deering Estate
Duration: 3 hours
Start Time: 10:30 AM & 2 PM
Available Days: One Saturday a month
Age Limit: All ages are welcomed
Important Information:
Each guided tour lasts approximately three hours and includes opportunities to explore and learn about popular and scenic Boca Chita Key and Biscayne Bay. See the lighthouse up close, explore the island, and hike the trail (mosquitoes are prevalent on the trails in the summer). Staff engage you with the history of the park and why mangroves, seagrasses, and hardwood hammock habitats are all vital to the health of the local ecosystems.
There is a picnic pavilion on the island along with bathrooms. We have drinking water available, please bring a refillable container to minimize trash. Our boats have shade, but there are also additional areas where you can relax in the sun. There are no guest sales on the island, please bring everything you will need to enjoy your visit with you.
This program will depart from the dockage area located directly behind Deering Estate. 16701 SW 72nd Ave, Miami, FL 33157. This is near the Palmetto Bay area.
Enter through the main gate of the estate and let the ticket booth know that you’re checking in for a boat tour. They will be able to direct you from there. Please arrive 30 minutes before your tour.
Boat tour ticket includes admission to Deering Estate.
This Biscayne cruise is great for all ages. We do ask to keep an eye on younger passengers in your group to ensure everyone’s safety.
All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
This program has movements that 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:
Please note: If it is determined the trip may not be suitable for you based on the days conditions a full refund will be offered.
We do provide an ADA Certified ramp when requested at least 24 hours in advance. Please contact us and let us know if you need this at least a day before the trip to have it set for your trip.
We recommend that you bring along the following:
You can also bring a small cooler and a bag with you on the boat. On windy days Please do not bring anything that you don’t wish to get wet. We recommend storing any valuables in a waterproof bag.
What equipment is provided during the program?
Boat Information
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.
Do you support any ADA needs?
Is there a place on the boat to hold my stuff?
Is this a glass bottom boat?
Depart from Deering Estate and experience Biscayne National Park in a new light!
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