Pigeon Key Snorkeling & Kayaking near Islamorada

[JohnDough]

I'm looking for info on snorkeling Pigeon Key.
Their website says Snorkeling, but a friend of mine was there a few years ago and said the water flowing around the key was EXTREMELY fast/Strong. Has anyone Snorkeled there? Which side of the key would be best and how far out?

Also I'm looking for a suggestion for a Kayak rental for a total Noob near Islamorada. Never been in a Kayak and have a balance problem in a canoe. I Assume a Kayak would be easier? I would prefer a short rental that would be near some mangroves for something to look at vs a long paddle to nowhere. I was thinking Robbies, but was looking for some input.


THANKS!

 

[JohnDough]

Anyone?

 

[JohnDough]

OK looks like nobody knows anything about pigeon key, but how about kayak rentals.. Does Robbies? are there mangroves there? or how about up through Key Largo? I just want to get out on the water and be able to look down for some Fish life or other interesting things.

 

[Dave C]

See my response to this post in the snorkeling forum:
http://www.scubaboard.com/forums/snorkeling-freediving/330518-shore-uw-photography-keys.html