A popular cruising destination for a day stop as well as anchoring overnight, Cooper Island offers a large variety of exotic birds and vegetation. Manchioneel Bay, where it is believed Jimmy Buffett first received his vision of “Cheeseburger in Paradise,” welcomes you on the island’s northwest shore. Take a stroll, discover colorful fish at Cystern Point, or sit back and enjoy the conch fritters.
If you’re a dive enthusiast, you’ll want to experience the wreck of the Rhone, regarded by many as the best wreck dive in the Western Hemisphere. The wreck is located just to the southwest of Cooper Island, off the coast of Salt Island. You can even set up rendevous dives with local dive companies. They’ll bring all your equipment out to you, making it easy for you just to enjoy the fun. In calm waters, even snorkelers can see the stern section of the boat, just 30 feet down.
Don’t miss:
• The Wreck of the Rhone
• Snorkeling at Cystern Point