13 Reef Snorkeling in Key West Worth Booking

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 620 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $34Our pick

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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2.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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3.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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4.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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5.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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6.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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7.Key West: 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, including Captain Anna on some departures. You’ll get gear, safety help, time in the water, and drinks on the return ride. The trip suits families, first-time snorkelers, and experienced swimmers.

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

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8.Key West: Afternoon Reef Snorkel Tour with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 268 reviews · 3 hours · from $59

Spend three hours aboard a Sebago catamaran, learning to snorkel before visiting a reef chosen for the day’s wind and water conditions. Expect about an hour in the water, friendly English-speaking crew, colorful fish, and cocktails, beer, wine, and soda on the return sail.

“They gave us a full refund or reschedule due to rain. Very nice. We went the next day and it was sunny”

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9.Key West: Reef Snorkel Morning Tour with Breakfast & Mimosas

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 268 reviews · 3 hours · from $54

Join Sunset Watersports at 201 William Street for a three-hour morning catamaran trip to Key West’s coral reef. You’ll receive gear and a safety briefing, snorkel among coral and tropical fish, then return with breakfast, mimosas, coastal views, and free draft beer.

“The Sandie Cat crew were very accommodating. The water and marine life were unforgettable. Just a little crowded for my taste. Overall great.”

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10.Key West Double Dip: 2-Stop Reef Snorkeling Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 206 reviews · 3 hours · from $79

Board Fury’s 57-foot Reef Express at Greene and Elizabeth streets for a three-hour Key West snorkeling trip. You’ll visit two reef sites, receive gear and instruction, and spend about 90 minutes in the water. Crew members have included Captain Ron, Captain Anna, Rachel, and Hannah.

“We had a good time unfortunately the weather didn’t allow us very good snorkeling but Captain and the guide were very upfront that it was going to be that way. It’s just fun being in the water and the ride out to the reed and back was very pleasant. Especially the mimosas on the way back. They had water, sodas, sunscreen that is safe for the reef and adult beverages for after the snorkeling. Had a great time”

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11.Key West: 2 Reef Snorkel With Sunset Cruise, Includes Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 70 reviews · 3 hours · from $69

Join Sunset Watersports aboard the Miss Valyn for a three-hour afternoon trip to two Key West reef sites. Crew members such as Logan, Hellen, and McKenzie provide snorkel instruction and safety help, followed by drinks and a Gulf sunset cruise.

“Guiding and the boat Ride itself was very good! Im little bit disappointed how dead the reef was. Apparently we couldnt go to the better reefs because of the ongoing Hurricane nearby but i wish the crew would have meantioned about it before hand. Overall, guides and boat 5/5, reef was sad.”

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12.Key West: Dolphin & Reef Snorkel Trip with Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 50 reviews · from $76

Cruise from Key West harbor to the Dolphin Playground, watch wild dolphins, then snorkel at a reef in the Florida Marine Sanctuary. The three-hour trip includes gear, safety equipment, draft beer, and soft drinks. Choose the 11 a.m. outing or an evening trip with sunset views.

“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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13.Key West Tour and Coral Reef Snorkeling with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 12 reviews · 14 hours · from $101

Leave Miami at 7:10 a.m. for a bilingual English and Spanish tour across the Florida Keys. Enjoy free time in Key West, then board a sailing catamaran for coral reef snorkeling with equipment, instructors, showers, and unlimited drinks. Alcohol is served after swimming.

“Super Pani przewodnik, mimo odwołania rejsu w jednej firmy załatwiła nas przeniesienie do innej aby wszystko się udało. Podczas trasy do Key West jedne przystanek na trasie przy McDonalds. Na plus parę punktów zbiórki. W autobusie bardzo zimno i mało miejsca. Brakowało około 30 minut aby zwiedzić wszystkie atrakcje miasteczko po rejsie.”

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