3-Hour Snorkeling Excursion South Padre Island: Lunch & Equipment

Two hours anchored in the water, lunch grilled on board, snorkel gear waiting

A 3-hour snorkeling excursion from South Padre Island aboard The Southern Wave takes you to the north end where you anchor for two hours to snorkel, swim and sunbathe on a spacious deck. All snorkel equipment, lunch (hamburgers, hot dogs, fresh fruit), soft drinks and bottled water are included. Bring your own alcohol if you'd like, and vegetarian options are available on request.

The experience

The boat leaves South Padre Island and cruises north to anchor for the main event: two hours in the water or on the deck. You get snorkel equipment, so you're ready to go in whenever you want. The water time is yours to split however it suits you: some people spend it all snorkeling, others split their time between the water and the sun on deck.

Lunch happens on board. The crew grills hamburgers and hot dogs, and you eat as much as you want. Fresh fruit, soft drinks and bottled water come with it. If you bring your own alcohol, that's fine, BYOB is welcome. Let them know ahead of time if you're vegetarian and they'll have veggie burgers ready. The spacious deck means there's room to lounge between eating and swimming, so the day doesn't feel rushed.

The whole trip runs 3 hours, which gives you real time in the water without an early start or a late return. A live guide is on board and speaks English. All ages and fitness levels work here, and the boat is set up for families.

What’s included

• All snorkel equipment.
• grilled hamburgers and hot dogs with all-you-can-eat servings.
• fresh fruit.
• soft drinks and bottled water.
• use of the spacious deck for lounging and sunbathing.
• vegetarian burger option on request.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 10 Apr 2027

AgesAdult (13 to 70 years) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Infant (under 4)

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 25 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Southern Wave Sailing Charters

Is this one for you?Families and mixed groups find this trip works because the two-hour anchor window lets everyone do their own thing: snorkel as much or as little as you want, eat when you're hungry, and the boat's size means nobody feels crowded. The fixed 3-hour length and included lunch remove the planning, so you show up and the day is already built.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (under 4).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the water like at the north end of South Padre Island where you anchor?

The north end of South Padre Island is where The Southern Wave anchors for snorkeling and swimming. The operator describes it as a spot good for both activities and suitable for all fitness levels, with two full hours to spend in or around the water.

Is snorkel equipment really included, or do I need to bring my own?

All snorkel equipment is provided on The Southern Wave. You don't need to bring anything. The gear is ready when you board.

What happens if I'm vegetarian?

Let the operator know when you make your reservation and they'll have veggie burgers grilled on board alongside the hamburgers and hot dogs. Fresh fruit is included for everyone.

Can I bring my own drinks?

Yes, BYOB is welcome on The Southern Wave. Soft drinks and bottled water are included, but you can bring your own alcohol if you'd like.

How much time do I actually spend in the water?

You anchor for 2 hours at the north end, and that time is yours to spend snorkeling, swimming or sunbathing on deck. The full excursion is 3 hours total, with the cruise out and back taking the other hour.