moo

In Key Largo in March. What are the best things to do at John Pennekamp State Park? Please advise! Thanks.

SavTrav

We were there in April two years ago. I loved it because it wasn't crowed at all. I went snorkeling there for the first time in my life - it was a great experience.

keymom

Pennekamp is mostly underwater. The best thing to do is take a dive or snorkel boat trip. Also fun is renting a canoe or kayak and exploring the mangroves. There is a nice aquarium that is good to visit before you go on the water - let's you get to know the names of what you'll be seeing. There's a little beach area if you want to practice snorkelling before you go on the boat.

Shandy1977

I was there this past summer and took a snorkel tour. It was perfect! It is a natural treasure. We saw an abundance of sea life (both big and small), great coral formations, and Christ of the Abyss. A very cool trip and very reasonable for the price. We had over 2 hours of snorkel time, great guides, and were completely satisfied for $32 per person. If you are going to do a snorkel tour, I give my recommendation to Keys Diver. They leave right from the dock by the Holiday Inn (KeysDiver.com , 451-1177). I know there are many other great boats doing similar trips, but this is the one we used and I had no complaint.

Also, if the Christ of the Abyss statue is a priority for you, be sure and ask about it specifically. Not all boats and not all tours go to that spot for snorkeling. Part of the reason I chose the 3 location afternon tour with Keys Diver is because they did go to the statue.

Scuba Diving is also great if you are a diver. I think you can enjoy it just as much and for a better price with the snorkel route, though. I have done both and much preferred the snorkleing.

Sorry for rambling a bit... hope this helps.

Kristinesonja

If you don't want to snorkel, there is a glass bottom sightseeing boat ride that is a great option too. It operates in the park.