12 Snorkeling Tours in Key West Worth Booking

1.Half-Day Trip from Key West with Kayaking, Snorkeling & Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,683 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $115Our pick

Sail from 255 Front Street with a small crew such as Micah, Katie, or Bible, then snorkel above a coral reef and kayak through mangrove channels. You get gear, wetsuits in cooler months, fruit, snacks, beer, wine, and soft drinks. Choose the afternoon trip for a Key West sunset.

“Only disappointment was not seeing a lot of fish while snorkeling. But the rest was excellent. Crew was fun, helpful and scenery was gorgeous.”

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

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

Cruise from 631 Greene Street with Fury Water Adventures to search for wild bottlenose dolphins, then snorkel 6 to 12 feet deep among patch coral, sponges, and small fish in the Gulf backcountry. The crew provides instruction and gear, with beer and wine served after swimming. You must know how to swim.

“What an amazing day! It started off a lil rough, but before we knew it there were dolphins all over playing in the water. The captain made sure we were in the right position to view them. The crew were very accommodating, had water, sodas and alcohol of we wanted it. I highly recommend doing this.”

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3.Key West Full-Day Ocean Adventure: Kayak, Snorkel, Sail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 767 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $152

Spend 6.5 hours aboard a 65-foot schooner exploring the Key West National Wildlife Refuge and Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. You will sail, snorkel, kayak through mangroves, and enjoy a buffet lunch with unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks. Crew members such as Daniel, Joe, and Captain Janet are praised for clear guidance and friendly service, though assignments vary.

“Captain kid rock, James and Kylie did AMAZING!! It was so fun. Super knowledgible and friendly!! Cannot say enough great things. BOOK THIS TRIP!!”

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4.Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Eco Cruise Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 757 reviews · 3 hours · from $79

Cruise from Fury’s Key West kiosk on a 45-foot catamaran, watch for wild bottlenose dolphins, then snorkel the Key West Wildlife Refuge. Guides such as Lisa, Ally, Nicole, and Anna are praised for friendly help and clear instruction. The three-hour trip includes gear, water, soft drinks, and beer, wine, or champagne for those 21 and older.

“We really enjoyed this trip, we saw a few dolphins on the way to the snorkelling and back when the sun set. Snorkelling was okay no as there were not a lot of fish or colourful corals but the guide told us this was due to the bad weather the night before so that we couldn’t go to the actual reef. Lots of drinks of all kinds were served and the ambience especially at the sunset was amazing. Would highly recommend when you want a laid back sunset cruise with the chance to see dolphins and dip into the ocean 🌅”

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5.Key West Reef Snorkel – Morning Mimosas or Afternoon Margaritas

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 620 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $34Best value

Sail from Opal Key Marina to Key West’s living coral reef on a modern catamaran. You’ll get snorkel gear, instruction, reef-safe sunscreen, drinks, restrooms, and about an hour in the water. Morning trips include mimosas after snorkeling; afternoon trips serve margaritas.

“We really enjoyed the tour. We did see a lot of different fish and we got to se a barracuda as well. The staff was super friendly and helpfull. A great day!”

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6.Key West Reef Snorkel & Sail Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 540 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79

Sail aboard the 54-foot Floridays from the Hyatt Centric Key West to a Florida Keys reef. You receive sanitized gear, safety guidance, flotation support, and drinks including beer and wine. Captains and mates such as Owen, Chuck, Eric, Janet, Hunter, and Jared have led recent trips. Expect a relaxed sail and roughly 45 minutes at the reef.

“Great crew. Very attentive and had lots of knowledge. It was pretty rough when we went out, but we still managed to see nurse shark, rays, and an abundance of fish.”

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7.Biologist Owned & Operated: Dolphin Watching & Guided Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 497 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $143

Join Honest Eco Kayak and Snorkel in Key West for a four-hour dolphin-watching and snorkeling trip aboard the custom catamaran SQUID. Captains and marine-focused crew, including guides such as Heather, Bryan, Wade, and Patrick, lead small groups to wild bottlenose dolphins, sponge gardens, coral heads, and calm snorkeling spots.

“Not the trip we booked, but any day on a boat is a good day! There weren’t enough folks signed up for the afternoon on the Squid, so the team was great about communicating our options and we were able to join the afternoon snorkel, sandbar and sunset on the Blue Q catamaran. Dan and Heather were a wonderful crew and took amazing care of the 6 of us on the trip. The Blue Q is a beautiful boat and easy to get in and off with the center ladder. The fresh fruit was the perfect snack. Again, it wasn’t the trip we planned, but Dan and Heather made it…”

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8.Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 493 reviews · 3 hours · from $79

Spend three hours aboard Sunset One searching for wild dolphins, snorkeling near Cottrell Key in the Key West National Wildlife Refuge, and watching the sunset from the water. English-speaking guides such as Kevin, Kylie, Madison, and John explain the wildlife and keep an eye on swimmers. Snorkel gear, safety equipment, and draft beer are included.

“Great crew, we were lucky not even to see the dolphins but also to swim nearby”

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9.Reef Snorkeling with Drinks and Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 419 reviews · 3 hours · from $34

You’ll sail from Opal Key Marina on Fury’s 65-foot catamaran to snorkel Key West’s coral reef for about 30 to 60 minutes. Choose a morning trip with mimosas, an afternoon ride with margaritas, or a sunset outing with rum punch. Crew members such as Captain Bill, Ally, Action Jackson, Captain Zane, and Erika have been praised for clear instruction and friendly service.

“Tell people to arrive at least 1 1/2 hour in advance because there is no parking.”

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10.Key West Afternoon Reef Snorkeling with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 419 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59

Spend about three hours aboard the Sandie Cat with Sunset Watersports, traveling from Key West to a coral reef snorkeling site. Equipment, instruction, and an open bar after snorkeling are included. Expect roughly an hour aboard each way, about an hour in the water, and a crew led by staff such as Captain Anna, Stephanie, and Milan on select trips.

“Great weather and awesome crew. My family had a blast and will be back. Bathrooms were clean and boat was clean. Captain was very helpful and polite.”

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11.3-Hour Afternoon Reef Snorkel with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 351 reviews · 3 hours · from $59

Cruise from 201 William Street to the Florida Keys reef with an English-speaking crew, clean gear, and instruction for beginners. Captain Anna has earned praise for her calm, professional care. After the snorkel, enjoy draft beer and other drinks as you sail back toward Key West.

“Everything went perfectly! A very interesting reef! Lots of fish. The tour is also suitable for children.”

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12.Key West Dolphin and Snorkel Experience

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

Spend about three hours on the water with Sunset Watersports, watching for wild dolphins, snorkeling in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, and returning past Key West’s sunset. Equipment, life jackets, soft drinks, and alcoholic drinks for ages 21 and older are included. Captains and crew members such as Owen, Noah, Kevin, and Stephanie have been praised for friendly help.

“I had a wonderful time! Kevin and Michael were fantastic! It ended up being too cold to go in the water (though they did offer wet suits), I still very much enjoyed the time on the water. We saw lots of dolphins and learned a lot about the area!”

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