The 15 Best Key West Snorkeling Trips

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

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

Spend about four and a half hours with Danger Charters sailing from Key West, kayaking around mangrove islands, and snorkeling in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. The crew supplies gear, snacks, drinks, and winter wetsuits. Choose the afternoon trip for sunset.

“It was a great great experience - everything that was promised was delivered. Kayaking through the mangroves, snorkeling in the sea and the sunset all were amazing! However, I would recommend this for someone who has already been to the Keys at least once.”

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2.Key West Afternoon Snorkel Sail with Unlimited Cocktails!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,572 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59

Sail from Key West’s historic seaport aboard the 69-foot Marquesa, then snorkel the Florida Reef with crew instruction and provided gear. Expect roughly an hour to reach the reef, about 45 to 60 minutes in the water, and beer, wine, rum drinks, and soft drinks after snorkeling.

“Beautiful weather calm seas. Entertaining & knowledgeable captain & crew. Great experience on board. All equipment needed available & in great condition. Enjoyed hour at reef snorkeling. Bartenders make a great Rum punch & full bar. We will do again when we return to visit family. Wonderful Fun”

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

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

Join Fury Water Adventures from 631 Greene Street for a three-hour catamaran trip with dolphin watching and a 45 to 60 minute shallow-water snorkel. The crew provides instruction, flotation gear, soft drinks, and beer or wine after swimming. Dolphin sightings are common, but the Gulf snorkel is not a colorful reef trip.

“My first time snorkelling at the age of 52! I was alone because my husband and daughter get motion sickness. I needn’t have worried. Nicole and Lauren were absolutely great. Really clear instructions and safety and knowledgeable. We saw lots of dolphins and then the snorkelling was fab and they helped me identify the fish I saw. The drinks after were fun and I enjoyed meeting another couple.”

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

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

Spend about 6.5 hours aboard a 65-foot schooner with a professional crew, sailing through the Key West National Wildlife Refuge, snorkeling in Florida Keys waters, kayaking mangroves, and enjoying a buffet lunch with unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks. Groups are capped at 20.

“They were so sweet and very kind. Would love to take a trip with them again when I come back. 10/10 will come again.”

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5.Key West: Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Eco Cruise Tour

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

Cruise Key West’s Gulf waters on a 45-foot power catamaran, watch for wild bottlenose dolphins, then snorkel in the Wildlife Refuge. Guides such as Liv, Lisa, Ally, and Nicole provide calm instruction, local insight, and attentive help. Late afternoon trips may add a sunset and champagne.

“We had an AMAZING time! Our guides were phenomenal! Shared so much great information about the area and about the dolphins. They were so nice and friendly and we saw lots of dolphins! Definitely with it! Thank you for the best time!”

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6.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 aboard a modern catamaran. You’ll receive snorkel gear and instruction, about an hour in the water, soda and water before snorkeling, then beer, wine, mimosas, or margaritas afterward. Swimming ability is required.

“Expect to be harassed 5 seperate times about tipping $$ and how much they suggest!!! Rude AF Heavyset woman was rude upon exiting the boat as well when she had her tip cup out and my son didn’t put $ in I.T. If she actually paid attention on the trip she would’ve known when I tipped that we were together… all this for a half hour of ok snorkeling on a $39 trip ???? Pretty disappointed.”

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7.Key West Reef Morning Snorkeling with Breakfast and Mimosas

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

Start at 9 a.m. from 201 William St. for a three-hour catamaran trip to Key West’s coral reef. You’ll get snorkeling gear, instruction, breakfast, and about an hour in the water, followed by unlimited mimosas, draft beer, and wine on the ride back. Captains and crew vary.

“Snorkeling with Sunset Water Sports was absolutely amazing. The water was crystal clear, the weather couldn’t have been more perfect, and the whole experience felt like the perfect little escape. The crew was friendly, helpful, and truly made the trip feel safe and enjoyable from start to finish. If you’re looking for a fun, relaxing way to soak in the beauty of the water and unwind, this is definitely it. Highly recommend!”

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8.Key West Reef Snorkel & Sail Adventure

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

Sail from the Hyatt Centric Key West aboard the 54-foot Floridays for a small-group reef snorkel. Crew members such as Captain Owen, Captain Chuck, Jared, and Hunter have been praised for clear instruction and calm help. Gear, flotation vests, water, soda, wine, and craft beer are included.

“Small boat, nice crew. The water was rough and not much to see. Once back on the boat the ride was very nice with the sail up.”

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

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

Meet the crew at SQUID in Key West for a four-hour small-group trip aboard a quiet catamaran. Look for wild bottlenose dolphins, then snorkel a calm sponge garden, coral area, or reef with patient instruction, snacks, water, and marine-life guidance 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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10.Key West: 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 sunset over turquoise water. English-speaking guides such as Kevin, Kylie, Madison, John, and Sparkles have earned praise for clear safety help and friendly service.

“If there is one activity not to be missed in Key West, it is this one !! thank you very much it was magic”

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11.Shallow Water Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching in Key West

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

Set out from Key West Bight Marina aboard the 14-passenger Catamaran Echo. You will look for wild dolphins, snorkel above a reef, wreck, or sponge garden, then sail back with fruit, snacks, beer, wine, and soft drinks. Crews such as Sandy, Deb, Aiden, and Victoria are known for attentive help.

“Great way to spend the day. Unfortunately we didn’t see any dolphins because of the wind but the crew was great and we had a blast doing everything else”

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12.Private Looe Key Snorkel from Big Pine Key

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 431 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Join Keys Boat Tours for a private three-hour boat trip from Big Pine Key to Looe Key. Your captain, possibly Captain Brian, provides snorkel gear, joins you in the water, and points out reef life such as rays, barracuda, parrotfish, blue tang, and sharks.

“Loved spending time with Captain Brian and learning so much from him! He was patient with our girls wanting to dive out of the boat! Thank you :)”

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13.Key West: Reef Snorkeling with Drinks and Sunset Option

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

Sail Fury’s 65-foot catamaran from Opal Key Marina to North America’s only living coral reef. You’ll receive gear and instruction, snorkel for about 30 to 60 minutes, then enjoy mimosas, margaritas, rum punch, beer, wine, or soft drinks. Morning, afternoon, and sunset departures are available.

“Friendly staff. Water was beautiful. The crowd was a bit overwhelming.”

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14.Key West Afternoon Reef Snorkeling with Open Bar

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

Board the Sandie Cat at 201 William St for a three-hour afternoon trip to Key West’s coral reef. Your crew provides gear and instruction, then serves unlimited drinks after snorkeling. Captains and crew may include Anna, Stephanie, or Milan, though staffing can change.

“AMAZING! Worth every penny! Crew was fantastic and would recommend many, many times over. Thank you for the fun adventure!”

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15.Key West Rum and Reggae: Reef Snorkel Adventure and Sunset Sail

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 370 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59

Set out from Opal Key Marina with Fury Water Adventures for a reef snorkel, safety briefing, and 30 to 40 minutes in the water. Captain Ron and the crew choose the reef site, provide gear and reef-safe sunscreen, then serve rum punch, beer, wine, and sparkling wine as reggae plays on the return sail.

“The crew was fantastic! Highly recommend. They were very informative, very knowledgeable, and very helpful.”

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