Epcot Aqua Seas Tour, how long before actually snorkeling?

[NOLA_Tink]

Hi! I'm doing the Aqua Seas snorkeling tour in May. I would like to plan a concurrent lunch at Coral Reef for my mom and children to see me snorkeling in the tank. If the tour starts at 12:30, what time should their ADR be? Thanks!

 

[gharter]

Not sure on snorkeling. Our son just did the scuba. It started at 4:30 and they were in the tank by 5:30. They had an hour of backstage touring, signing releases, and instructions.

 

[Moneypenny]

We just did the snorkeling in August. I didn't check my watch, but there is just a brief tour, some instructions and then you snorkel. It can take some time for everyone to get their wetsuits on, but I think if you make the reservation for 1:00, that should be fine.