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A private two-hour water adventure from Riviera Beach Marina to Peanut Island: choose snorkeling, paddleboarding, kayaking or a motor dinghy cruise and look for manatees, turtles and tropical fish. Trips run around high tide—call ahead for start times and gear rentals.
A private two-hour water adventure from Riviera Beach Marina to Peanut Island: choose snorkeling, paddleboarding, kayaking or a motor dinghy cruise and look for manatees, turtles and tropical fish. Trips run around high tide—call ahead for start times and gear rentals.
The salt air sharpens as the marina slips behind you and the Palm Beach Inlet opens ahead—mangroves give way to shallow turquoise, and Peanut Island rises as a low, sandy crescent guarded by seagrass beds. On a two-hour private excursion you’ll choose between snorkeling, paddleboarding, kayaking, sailing or a motor dinghy cruise, and the water will often deliver close encounters: manatees cruising just under the surface, hawksbill-like rays slipping over sand, and parrot flocks calling from the shoreline.
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Operated by palm beach experiences · Riviera Beach, Florida
The salt air sharpens as the marina slips behind you and the Palm Beach Inlet opens ahead—mangroves give way to shallow turquoise, and Peanut Island rises as a low, sandy crescent guarded by seagrass beds. On a two-hour private excursion you’ll choose between snorkeling, paddleboarding, kayaking, sailing or a motor dinghy cruise, and the water will often deliver close encounters: manatees cruising just under the surface, hawksbill-like rays slipping over sand, and parrot flocks calling from the shoreline.
Peanut Island is man-made from dredged spoil and has a curious modern history: a Cold War-era bunker and recreational park built in the 1960s and 1970s, now overgrown edges of planted palms and native scrub. Geologically the area is coastal barrier shoal—shallow limestone, sandbars, and extensive seagrass that support turtles and tropical fish. Locals value it for snorkeling, shelling at low tide, and its easy access from Riviera Beach Marina.
Practically, this trip runs around high tide; operators schedule start times to match tidal windows, so call or text ahead for the exact pickup. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a snug mask (rentals often available but require size notice), and water shoes for the island’s mixed sand and shell. Bottled water is included; wear a swim top or light paddling jacket and be ready to step off the boat into waist-to-chest-deep water. Respect seagrass and marine life—stay clear of manatees and turtles and avoid standing on seagrass beds.
This is a short, active outing—moderate fitness, basic swimming ability, and an eye for wildlife make it rewarding: a compact, accessible Florida coastal day on clear, warm water.
moderate.
2 hours.
Moderate fitness and comfort in waist-to-chest-deep water; basic swimming ability recommended.
No—manatee sightings are common but never guaranteed; they are seasonal and influenced by water temperature and tides.
Do not arrive at a fixed time—call or text the operator the morning of your trip for the exact pickup time, which is scheduled around high tide.
Snorkel equipment is often available to rent, but you must notify the operator of sizes in advance; bringing your own mask ensures the best fit.
This listing specifies a private excursion—your party will have the boat reserved for the scheduled two-hour window.
Peanut Island was created in the 20th century from dredged material and later featured a Cold War-era presidential bunker and recreational developments in the 1960s–70s.
Seagrass beds around the island are sensitive habitat; visitors should avoid standing on seagrass, use reef-safe sunscreen, and respect wildlife viewing distances.
palm beach experiences operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The salt air sharpens as the marina slips behind you and the Palm Beach Inlet opens ahead—mangroves give way to shallow turquoise, and Peanut Island rises as a low, sandy crescent guarded by seagrass beds. On a two-hour private excursion you’ll choose between snorkeling, paddleboarding, kayaking, sailing or a motor dinghy cruise, and the water will often deliver close encounters: manatees cruising just under the surface, hawksbill-like rays slipping over sand, and parrot flocks calling from the shoreline.
The salt air sharpens as the marina slips behind you and the Palm Beach Inlet opens ahead—mangroves give way to shallow turquoise, and Peanut Island rises as a low, sandy crescent guarded by seagrass beds. On a two-hour private excursion you’ll choose between snorkeling, paddleboarding, kayaking, sailing or a motor dinghy cruise, and the water will often deliver close encounters: manatees cruising just under the surface, hawksbill-like rays slipping over sand, and parrot flocks calling from the shoreline.
Peanut Island is man-made from dredged spoil and has a curious modern history: a Cold War-era bunker and recreational park built in the 1960s and 1970s, now overgrown edges of planted palms and native scrub. Geologically the area is coastal barrier shoal—shallow limestone, sandbars, and extensive seagrass that support turtles and tropical fish. Locals value it for snorkeling, shelling at low tide, and its easy access from Riviera Beach Marina.
Practically, this trip runs around high tide; operators schedule start times to match tidal windows, so call or text ahead for the exact pickup. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a snug mask (rentals often available but require size notice), and water shoes for the island’s mixed sand and shell. Bottled water is included; wear a swim top or light paddling jacket and be ready to step off the boat into waist-to-chest-deep water. Respect seagrass and marine life—stay clear of manatees and turtles and avoid standing on seagrass beds.
This is a short, active outing—moderate fitness, basic swimming ability, and an eye for wildlife make it rewarding: a compact, accessible Florida coastal day on clear, warm water.