10 Snorkeling Trips 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 Danger Charters for a four-and-a-half-hour mix of harbor views, mangrove kayaking, and reef snorkeling. Guides such as Mary, Micah, Katie, and Anthony lead the outing, with gear, wetsuits in winter, snacks, beer, wine, and soft drinks included.

“Great three part activity. Loved the sailing, kayaking and snorkeling! Staff was great and attentive! Enjoy the sights and family had a great time!”

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2.Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Eco Cruise Tour

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

Cruise from Captain's Corner on Fury's 45-foot power catamaran to watch wild bottlenose dolphins, snorkel in Key West's backcountry, and enjoy drinks on the ride home. Guides such as Lisa, Ivy, Nicole, and Liv are praised for calm instruction and friendly care. Sunset departures add champagne and evening views.

“The excursion was fanaminal our tour guides where fantastic. We got to see dolphins. We saw plenty of fish and a few lobster's while snorkeling. The tour provides plenty of beverages for all. My girl's had a blast we will definitely do it again the next time we return to the key's.”

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3.Key Largo Snorkeling Tour – rental mask, fins and vest INCLUDED

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 752 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $67

Board Sundiver’s boat in Key Largo for about 2.5 hours, including roughly 1.5 hours at a reef in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. You get a mask, fins, and vest, but bring or buy your own snorkel. Guides such as Captain Rick, Joe, Anya, and Liber focus on clear safety help.

“It was an amazing experience! Anya and Joe were fun and funny, and took great care of us, and the fish were gorgeous!”

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4.Key West Reef Morning Snorkeling with Breakfast and Mimosas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 579 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $35

Start at 201 William St. at 9 a.m. for a three-hour catamaran trip to Key West’s coral reef. You’ll get gear, basic instruction, a light breakfast, about an hour in the water, then unlimited mimosas, beer, and wine on the ride back.

“The snorkeling and reef so amazing to experience. We would do it again. The captain and crew was amazing, they were so helpful.”

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5.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 small-group trip aboard the custom-built SQUID catamaran. Watch wild bottlenose dolphins, then snorkel a calm sponge garden, coral area, or reef with guides such as Sam, Jess, Heather, Bryan, or Wade. Equipment, snacks, water, and patient instruction are included.

“Highly recommend. Traveling with family, kids are teenagers & we all thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. We learned a lot too. Saw dolphins in their natural habitat & then went snorkeling & saw a wide variety of marine life. Guides were helpful & very conscientious of keeping everyone safe. Extra bonus was the delicious, healthy snacks we enjoyed during & after the tour.”

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6.Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Sunset Cruise

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

Cruise aboard Sunset One with an English-speaking guide, look for wild dolphins, snorkel near Cottrell Key, and watch the sun set over turquoise water. The crew, including guides such as Kevin, Kylie, Madison, and John, helps swimmers of different experience levels feel at ease.

“It was a wonderful experience. Not only did we get to see a lot of dolphins, but also learn about them. All in all a very fun experience.”

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7.Shallow Water Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching in Key West

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

Spend four hours aboard Catamaran Echo from Key West Bight Marina, watching wild dolphins and snorkeling above reefs, wrecks, or sponge gardens. The small group holds about 14 people, with gear, instruction, snacks, tropical fruit, soft drinks, beer, and wine included.

“Bailey and Aiden were the best. Lots of fun, laughs and very informative. Lots of snorkeling. They have floats to point out the lobsters,the-water was clear to the bottom. The dolphins are hit or miss, seen some on the way out, but none at the playing pool for dolphins. Then they put up the sails and we sailed for the last part of the trip. They pointed out different islands and what was on them, even a homeless island. The sail boats that were abandoned that sunk were unbelievable, some just the top of the mass still showing. That was unbelievable to us. We would definitely recommend going out with…”

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8.Key West Ultimate Watersports Adventure with Snorkeling Upgrade

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 436 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $142

Board Fury’s 65-foot catamaran at 631 Greene Street for a fast-moving Key West water day. You’ll rotate through jet skis, parasailing, a banana boat, an inflatable water park, and, on the full-day option, reef snorkeling. Bring ID, swim skills, and patience for group scheduling.

“The half day tour was plenty of time for four action- packed activities! Everyone had a blast. The staff was kind, drinks were flowing, the snacks were great.”

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9.Reef Snorkeling with Drinks and Sunset Option

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

Sail from Opal Key Marina aboard Fury’s 65-foot catamaran to snorkel North America’s only living coral reef. Choose a morning, afternoon, or sunset departure, with instruction, gear, a stairway into the water, and drinks served only after snorkeling. Sunset trips add rum punch and views over the water.

“The water was super clear on the day we went and marine life was active. The crew were all very hospitable. Great trip!”

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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, sailing from 201 William Street to Key West’s coral reef. Captain Anna and the crew provide instruction, gear, and safety guidance. After snorkeling, enjoy unlimited beer, wine, champagne, and mixed drinks on the return ride.

“The hard sell to pay tips because the crew works for the service industry and “performs” was followed by seemingly bored crew and captain just doing their job. They seemed bored and ready to be done.”

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