Half Moon Archaelogical Snorkling Tour (NOW SOLD OUT)

Event information

Time: SOLD OUT Price:N/A
Location:Biscayne National Park

*** THIS TOUR IS SOLD OUT & NO LONGER OFFERED **

Skip across the shallow waters of Biscayne Bay in search of sunken history as we snorkel on the site of Miami’s first and only underwater archaeological preserve.

Built in 1906 in Kiel, Germany, the 366-ton, schooner-rigged steel yacht Germania participated in the prestigious Kaiser Cup races and Cowes regattas before being captured as a prize of war by the British in 1914. Auctioned in 1917, she was renamed Exen and brought to the United States by her new Norwegian owner. Purchased by a former Assistant Secretary of the Navy and renamed Half Moon in 1922, the yacht nearly sank during a severe storm off of Cape Hatteras. Sold again shortly thereafter, she served as a floating saloon/casino in Miami during Prohibition. She sank in the Miami River during the 1926 hurricane but was raised to become a fishing barge anchored in the Gulf Stream. During a storm in 1930, she sank for the last time on a shoal in 10 feet of water off Key Biscayne.

Join our marine archaeologists for a day of great shallow-water snorkeling as they bring the history of the Half Moon to life. Snorkel above this wreck amid the splendors of Biscayne Bay, before returning to the mainland.

Inclusions and details:

All equipment rental, entrance fees, taxes, and gratuities.
Tour interpretation by guide starts and ends at the hotel.
Guide to guest ratio does not exceed 1:11.
Our guides are certified and trained and will give basic snorkeling instructions prior to getting into the water.
Two bottled waters provided per participant.
Private boat charter includes scenic ride to offshore reef as well as the location of the Half Moon, a historic wreck that is registered as a State Underwater Archaeological Preserve.
Charter boats are comfortable and stable.
Mask, snorkel, fins and snorkeling vest for each participant.
Guides carry sunscreen, first aid kits, and emergency equipment.
Personal flotation devices are provided

Minimum number:	14
Maximum number:	small boat: 16; large boat: 30; combined: 46
Approximate duration:	ca. 3 to 4 hours (not including transfer time or lunch)
Time of day:	depending on tides
Weather dependent:	yes (choppy waters make snorkeling less desirable)
Meals included:	Optional.
Transportation:	can be provided by client.
Special notations:	*Because of water conditions and visibility the snorkeling is for the most part limited to the high tides.* *Please confirm with us for tour availability.* *Snorkeling gear will be provided.* *Guests have to bring bathing suit and towel*.