The key was about a half-hour boat ride from great snorkeling in the Looe Key National Marine Sanctuary.

At the end of one such hike, we reached one of the most celebrated snorkel spots in an island known for great snorkeling: Tunnels Beach.

Take a spin on a mountain bike or take to the sea for great snorkeling and world-class scuba diving.

What I'm looking for is a off the beaten path beach place that has great snorkeling .

We stayed at an island resort called Loloata, which had excellent meals, great snorkeling and a bougainvillea tree that bloomed in two colors, white and purple.

From May to October, when the seas are generally calm, it offers great snorkeling and diving.

People looking for a picture-perfect beach, great snorkeling and privacy, might try to get a room on Scott Beach.

There are also excellent diving, fun cenotes, great snorkeling, and a variety of lodgings and restaurants to fit every budget.

A few miles north, Punta Pescadero also offers great snorkeling, but the half-hour cliff-side drive to the town will make your hair stand on end.

We had an excellent guide, Dan, who lead us to great snorkeling, sights and fun.