Sea Turtles, Nesting Season & Responsible Watching
Summer's gentle giants return — here's how to share the water right.
Summer is sea turtle season in the Florida Keys, when these ancient mariners return to nest and the waters around Key Largo offer wonderful chances to see them. A turtle sighting on a tour or snorkel sail is always a highlight.
The summer turtle scene
Green turtles graze the seagrass flats, loggerheads patrol the channels, and hawksbills frequent the reefs. On the water you'll most often spot them surfacing for a breath — a dark head breaking the surface, a quick look around, then a graceful dive.
Watching responsibly
- Keep your distance. Turtles are protected; we never chase or crowd them.
- No touching or feeding. Let wild stay wild.
- Go calm and quiet. A patient boat gets the best, closest sightings.
These animals have navigated the oceans for over 100 million years. Sharing a few quiet moments with one — on its terms — is a privilege we never take for granted.
Ready to get on the water? Every Caribbean Watersports trip is 100% private and we come to you bayside between MM92 and MM103 in Key Largo. Book online or call (305) 852-4707 — for the ride… worth the drive.
