Snorkeling with Turtles – Cook Island Marine Reserve

About this activity

Meeting and pickup

• Meet at Gold Coast Dive Centre, 2/54–56 Paradise Ave, Miami, at your confirmed time. G:link tram to Miami North costs 50 cents, followed by an 8-minute walk. Station pickup is available by prior arrangement; request when booking. Collection details will be confirmed.

Good to know

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Swimming: Participants must be confident swimming in open water. No previous snorkelling experience is required.
• Age and children: Minimum age is 8 years. Children aged 12 and under must wear a flotation device and be directly supervised by a participating parent or guardian. If neither is participating, contact us before booking contact us before booking to check private snorkel guide availability.
• Physical requirements: Participants must be able to board the vessel and enter and exit the water independently. This open-ocean experience includes a river bar crossing.
• Duration and shared trips: Allow approximately 5–7 hours for the complete experience. The vessel may be shared with scuba divers.
• Weather and marine life: Departure times, snorkelling locations and water time may change with weather, tides and sea conditions. Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.
• Seasickness: If you are prone to motion sickness, prepare before travelling. Medication is not provided.
• Check-in: Arrive at the confirmed meeting time at Gold Coast Dive Centre, Miami. Check your messages before travelling for any updates.
• Waiver: All participants must complete the required digital waiver before arrival.
• What to bring: Swimwear, towel, reusable water bottle, light snack, hat and sunscreen.
• Getting here: Take the G:link tram to Miami North for 50 cents per journey, then walk approximately 8 minutes to our dive centre. Station pickup is available by prior arrangement—request it when booking. We’ll confirm the collection time and location. Hotel pickup is not included.
• Contact us before booking if you have significant back or neck injuries, a medical condition that may affect participation, or concerns about the physical requirements.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.