Category Wild Dolphin Watch Cruises

Key West · WILD DOLPHIN WATCH CRUISES

The 13 Best Key West Dolphin Watch Cruises

13 reviewed

Wild bottlenose dolphins work the shallow flats off Key West year-round, and the right captain knows where. These dolphin watch cruises put you there — which pair the sighting with backcountry snorkelling, which run small boats, and which give you the best odds of a close, wake-riding pod.

Key West Dolphin Watch and Snorkel Tour – Eco Adventure

Key West Dolphin Watch and Snorkel Tour - Eco Adventure - The dolphin watch: how you get the best odds in the wild

1.Key West Dolphin Watch and Snorkel Tour – Eco Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,163 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79Our pick

Dolphin-spotting and shallow-water snorkel off Key West on a catamaran with gear, soft drinks, and beer or wine after snorkeling.

“Great staff. We got to see some dolphins which was one of the best experience we had and were looking forward to. The crew was very friendly and helpful. We had a great time and looking forward to doing it again.”

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Key West: Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Eco Cruise Tour

Key West: Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Eco Cruise Tour - What You Bring (and What Can Get You Turned Away)

Key West Sunset Sail: Dolphin Watching, Wine, and Tapas

Key West Sunset Sail: Dolphin Watching, Wine, and Tapas - Getting On Board: Historic Seaport Start, What to Bring, and Simple Comforts

3.Key West Sunset Sail: Dolphin Watching, Wine, and Tapas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 699 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $89

Key West sunset sail with dolphin watching plus premium wine and chef’s tapas. Small group, landmark views, and an easy 2.5-hour plan.

“The sunset cruise was a lot of fun. We enjoyed the views, the beautiful sunsets, and the dolphins. The appetizers were delicious and the staff were knowledgeable and fun!”

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Biologist Owned & Operated: Dolphin Watching & Guided Snorkeling

Biologist Owned & Operated: Dolphin Watching & Guided Snorkeling - Snorkeling the sponge garden: what you’re actually snorkeling over

Key West: Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Sunset Cruise

Key West: Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Sunset Cruise - Dolphin Watching Near Cottrell Key: The Wildlife Refuge Search

Shallow Water Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching in Key West

Shallow Water Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching in Key West - Stop 1: Key West Historic Seaport and the Start of the Cruise

6.Shallow Water Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching in Key West

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 465 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $108

Key West catamaran for wild dolphins and shallow-water snorkeling over reefs and a shipwreck, with snacks, drinks, and gear included.

“Very relaxing and beautiful…was very flat and there was only one other couple in the boat. We were very lucky that we also got to hang out with dolphins at the end also”

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All-Inclusive Sandbar Safari with Dolphin Playground Encounter

All-Inclusive Sandbar Safari with Dolphin Playground Encounter - The Sandbar Chill: Swim, Snorkel, or Just Float

Key West Dolphin and Snorkel Experience

Key West Dolphin and Snorkel Experience - Step-by-Step: How Each Part of the Trip Feels

8.Key West Dolphin and Snorkel Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 334 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $69

A 3-hour Key West dolphin-and-snorkel cruise with gear provided, life jackets for beginners, and a sunset sail in the Florida Keys Sanctuary.

“Crew was great. Very informative. Snorkeling was really good. Relaxing day on the water. Noah kept the drinks flowing on the way back.”

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Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Adventure in Key West

Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Adventure in Key West - The snorkeling part: Archer Key reefs and the Great Florida Reef

9.Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Adventure in Key West

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 153 reviews · from $89

Key West dolphin watching and snorkeling on a Seabreeze catamaran, with drinks, snacks, and local stops for reef life.

“Awesome trip snorkeling and dolphin watching! Saw a ton of dolphins and some with their babies. The weather was perfect and our hosts were fantastic. Great time for everyone! Even saw sea turtles. The water was a little rough which is the only reason I didn’t give it a straight 5. Obviously nothing anyone can control. Had a blast!”

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Key West’s Favorite Afternoon Dolphin Sail

Key West's Favorite Afternoon Dolphin Sail - Why This Afternoon Dolphin Sail Works in Key West

10.Key West’s Favorite Afternoon Dolphin Sail

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 136 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $59Best value

Key West 2.5-hour afternoon dolphin sail from the Historic Seaport. Spot dolphins, enjoy included beer, wine, sangria, and ocean views.

“The crew was amazing! They were in communication with other boats so tat we were sure to see dolphins. It worked!”

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Key West: Afternoon Catamaran Sail and Dolphin Watch

Key West: Afternoon Catamaran Sail and Dolphin Watch - Drinks onboard: why unlimited beer, wine, and sangria change the value

11.Afternoon Catamaran Sail and Dolphin Watch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 116 reviews · 2h 30m · from $59

Afternoon catamaran in Key West with unlimited drinks and dolphin spotting in the Florida Keys. 150 minutes of sun, sea, and fun.

“We did not see any dolphins, which of course was not the guides fault. I felt like we just did a circle around key west. The boat was not taken too far off the island. Glad we did the activity but have no need to do again”

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Key West Dolphin & Snorkeling Tour – Small Group

Key West Dolphin & Snorkeling Tour - Small Group - Stock Island Marina Village: Where the Tour Starts

12.Key West Dolphin & Snorkeling Tour – Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 108 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $135

Key West small-group dolphin and snorkeling tour on a 6-person boat, with snorkel gear, sandbar time, and chances to see dolphins.

“Because of our change in travel schedule, we were unable to make the experience work. However, this company was extremely accommodating and trying to get us out on the tour with the best weather at the best time. They were extremely nice on the phone and much more accommodating than other companies we have worked with in Key West. I am hoping the next time we are visiting Key West we will be able to schedule again and take the tour. Would highly recommend!”

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Key West: Dolphin & Reef Snorkel Trip with Sunset Option

Key West: Dolphin & Reef Snorkel Trip with Sunset Option - The Dolphin Playground cruise: where you’ll spend your first energy

13.Dolphin & Reef Snorkel Trip with Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 50 reviews · from $76

Three hours of wild dolphins, reef snorkeling, and unlimited drinks in Key West, with a sunset upgrade option.

“I thought the place we left from was good and the boat wasn't bad either, I just thought it could have had a little more shade, everyone who stayed in the sun got sunburned, it was a very hot and sunny day. The guides took the shaded spots and the customers were left in the sun. I thought they could have offered their spots to the customers; it was unfriendly. The guides' lack of emotional preparation is noticeable right from the start, as they are very young men without an older, more responsible leader to guide them. They were all a little over the top in their approach, speaking very…”

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