Is prior snorkeling experience necessary?

No, the trip is designed for all experience levels, and guides will assist beginners.

Bring your swimsuit, snorkel gear (if you have your own), water, sunscreen, and a towel.

Are there age restrictions?

Children 6 and older are welcome, but please check with the provider for specific age requirements.

Is the trip weather-dependent?

Yes, trips may be canceled or rescheduled in the case of unsafe weather conditions.

Are beverages provided?

Light snacks and water are provided, but feel free to bring your own drinks in sealed containers.

Can I bring my own flotation devices?

Yes, personal flotation devices are allowed and recommended for added safety.

Water-Activities & Live Free Diving at Peanut Island | Events | Boat Tour

Situated in the vibrant waters of Peanut Island near West Palm Beach, Florida, the SoFlo Mermaids Meet Up: Flamingle Edition offers a lively and immersive ocean experience that's perfect for anyone looking to connect with the sea. This 3-hour private catamaran outing celebrates community, adventure, and the beauty of Florida's coastal environment. As you step aboard, you'll be greeted by friendly guides who lead guided snorkeling excursions in the crystal-clear waters teeming with local marine life. The highlight? Relaxing on the world’s largest flamingo float—a giant, iconic symbol of fun and whimsy that turns the water into a playful scene straight from a dream.

About Live Free Diving

Live Free Diving is a Palm Beach–based ocean experiences provider specializing in freediving, snorkeling, boat tours, and mermaiding instruction. The company runs guided Peanut Island cruises and snorkel tours, Blue Heron Bridge reef trips, turtle-focused boat excursions, and structured freediving courses from beginner Discover Freediving sessions to Level 1 certification and open water training.

A PADI Advanced Mermaid Certification and mermaid performance workshops are also offered, along with unique experiences like a sea-to-plate spearfishing safari with a hands-on ceviche workshop. Safety is a priority: sessions are led by certified instructors and local guides who provide small-group attention, rental gear options, and clear pre-trip briefings.

Boat-based trips depart aboard “Fins Up,” a 26-foot vessel used for sunset cruises, turtle tours, and reef excursions. Several experiences include on-water photography, habitat-focused interpretation, and land-side photo opportunities. Live Free Diving emphasizes sustainable practices and respect for marine life; guides teach safe snorkeling and freediving techniques and promote responsible wildlife viewing, including how to observe green sea turtles without disturbance.

Ideal for families, snorkeling enthusiasts, aspiring freedivers, and anyone curious about mermaiding, offerings range from two-hour sunset cruises and three-hour reef trips to multi-day training programs. Bookings accommodate private groups, mixed-ability guests, and those seeking hands-on learning or relaxed sightseeing. Customers can rent high-quality gear, request private charters, and receive underwater photography to take home lasting memories of Palm Beach marine life and beginner-friendly instruction daily.