Cover Miami’s Art Deco coast, glide across Everglades marshes, then snorkel coral reefs off Key West in a tightly scheduled three-day itinerary. Expect long transfers, wildlife viewing, and guided water activities with practical, family-friendly amenities.
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The morning air off South Beach tastes of salt and sunscreen as travelers assemble at The Claremont Hotel. Bright Art Deco facades slide by on a panoramic bus route, palms keep time with the traffic, and a boat on Biscayne Bay nudges past mansions that step down to the water. This is Florida in motion: fast coastal glamour, the hush of wetlands, and then the open sea.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days (approx. 72 hours)
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers in average physical condition who can sit for long transfers, do short walks, and swim comfortably for snorkeling.
Wildlife
History
Miami Beach’s Art Deco district grew in the 1920s–30s as winter tourism boomed; the Keys developed as maritime hubs shaped by wrecking, fishing, and early highways across coral islands.
Conservation
The Everglades and Florida reefs face stress from water-management changes, pollution, and warming seas; visitors can help by using reef-safe sunscreen and following wildlife viewing guidelines.
Reserve your spot on the 3-Day Florida: Miami Bus & Boat, Everglades & Key West Snorkeling today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Pack coral-safe sunscreen for snorkeling to protect reefs and comply with local recommendations.
Insect protection for the Everglades
Use a DEET or picaridin repellent and wear lightweight long sleeves during airboat visits—mosquitoes can be persistent.
Stay hydrated on long transfers
Carry a refillable water bottle; bus and boat days include long stretches without services.
Early starts for island day
Day three begins before dawn—arrive 15 minutes early and pack snacks for the long Overseas Highway shuttle.
Swimsuit and quick-dry towel
Needed for snorkeling and any beach time, quick-dry fabrics speed transition between activities.
summer
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin from UV exposure while reducing impact on coral ecosystems.
Insect repellent
Mosquitoes are common in the Everglades—repellent improves comfort during marshland visits.
spring
Comfortable walking shoes
Urban walking and short on-land Evergreen boardwalks require supportive, closed-toe shoes.