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Biscayne National Park Institute The Biscayne National Park Institute (BNPI) provides the public with fun and educational boat tours, programs, and experiences in Biscayne National Park.
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Biscayne National Park protects a rare combination of aquamarine waters, beautiful islands, and unique coral reefs. It also has over 10,000 years of human history, from pirates and shipwrecks to pineapple farmers and presidents. Outdoor enthusiasts can boat, snorkel, camp, watch wildlife…or simply relax in a rocking chair gazing out over the bay. The Institute provides many educational and exciting experiences while you are visiting the park including wildlife watching, boating, paddling, sailing, snorkeling, and much more. Explore the mangrove estuaries or the shipwrecks in the bay and ocean or glide under the waves to see the colorful coral reefs. Visit the uninhabited Florida Keys and walk the natural beaches and trails. There are also picnic areas and restrooms. Join a subtropical island guided tour, camp on an island, or hike the length of Elliott Key.

Miami sunsets and beautiful waters await with Biscayne National Park Institute's evening cruises 🌇Share & tag us in your...
10/08/2026

Miami sunsets and beautiful waters await with Biscayne National Park Institute's evening cruises 🌇

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Fun Fact: Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins in Biscayne Bay are year-round residents! 🐬 See dolphins up close with Biscayne N...
10/06/2026

Fun Fact: Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins in Biscayne Bay are year-round residents! 🐬 See dolphins up close with Biscayne National Park Institute eco-tours.

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Join us to celebrate the life of one of Biscayne National Park's most influential historical figures: Sir Lancelot Jones...
10/05/2026

Join us to celebrate the life of one of Biscayne National Park's most influential historical figures: Sir Lancelot Jones.

In 2014, October 13th was officially designated “Lancelot Jones Day” by the State of Florida in honor of the life and influence Sir Lancelot Jones had on Biscayne National Park and South Florida. Join us to celebrate with guest speaker Antoinette Miller, a relative of Sir Lancelot Jones, who will be sharing stories and pictures of life living with Lancelot Jones.

Saturday, October, 10th at 4:30PM
Dante Fascell Visitor Center

Check out some October events FNPA will have ✨ Institute special events and some Halloween fun! Scroll for some details ...
10/01/2026

Check out some October events FNPA will have ✨

Institute special events and some Halloween fun! Scroll for some details and stay tuned for more announcements! To book a spot on any of these events, visit our websites:

Everglades Institute: https://evernpi.org/
Biscayne Institute: https://www.biscaynenationalparkinstitute.org/

Let the iconic and historic Boca Chita Lighthouse guide you to the beauty of Biscayne National Park 🩵Share & tag us in y...
09/30/2026

Let the iconic and historic Boca Chita Lighthouse guide you to the beauty of Biscayne National Park 🩵

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Join us for our upcoming Snorkel Debris Cleanup at Biscayne National Park 🌊On Saturday, October 10th, the Biscayne Insti...
09/28/2026

Join us for our upcoming Snorkel Debris Cleanup at Biscayne National Park 🌊
On Saturday, October 10th, the Biscayne Institute will be going out into the waters of Biscayne National Park to make a difference in our latest snorkel debris cleanup! Details below ✨

Saturday, October 10th at 1:00PM
Check in at Dante Fascell Visitor Center | 9700 SW 328th St. Homestead, FL 33033
Check in at 1:00PM
Departure time 1:30PM

We also offer 25% off our morning Heritage of Biscayne Cruise for the same day for all who sign up to join our snorkel debris cleanup! Start your day off with history behind Biscayne National Park and stop at Boca Chita Key for some exploring. This trip is from 9:30AM to 1:00PM, so you make it back just in time to hop on our boat to go out and make a change.

To learn more information and book, check out our site: https://www.biscaynenationalparkinstitute.org/snorkeling-debris-cleanup/ or call 786-465-4058

09/03/2026

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Join us Saturday, September 12th for our monthly Snorkeling Debris Cleanup at Biscayne National Park 🤿

A beautiful day snorkeling in the bay plus you get to make a difference!

This Saturday, September 12th at 1:00PM
Biscayne National Park Institute will be leaving from Dante Fascell Visitor Center in Homestead, FL for a snorkeling debris cleanup within Biscayne Bay waters!
Check in starts at 1:00PM
Departure time 1:30PM

Add on a morning Heritage of Biscayne Cruise when booking to get 25% off!!

Link in bio to book and learn more!
https://www.biscaynenationalparkinstitute.org/snorkeling-
debris-cleanup/ or call 786-465-4058

Beneath the surface of Biscayne National Park, coral reefs create a remarkable underwater world teeming with life. 🪸Shar...
09/02/2026

Beneath the surface of Biscayne National Park, coral reefs create a remarkable underwater world teeming with life. 🪸

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Set sail in Biscayne National Park and let the breeze, open water, and beautiful surroundings set the pace for an unforg...
08/31/2026

Set sail in Biscayne National Park and let the breeze, open water, and beautiful surroundings set the pace for an unforgettable day. 🩵

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Address

9700 SW 328th Street
Homestead, FL
33033

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Saturday 8:30am - 5pm
Sunday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

(786) 335-3644

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