Snorkeling with Dolphins in Key West: Our 7 Top Picks

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

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

From 631 Greene Street, Fury Water Adventures takes you by catamaran to Key West’s Gulf backcountry, where you watch wild bottlenose dolphins and snorkel for about 45 to 60 minutes. The crew supplies masks, fins, flotation gear, and instruction. Beer and wine come after snorkeling, with soft drinks available throughout.

“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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2.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 with Fury guides such as Lisa, Ally, and Nicole. Look for wild bottlenose dolphins, snorkel in the Key West Wildlife Refuge, and enjoy beer, wine, soda, or seasonal champagne on the ride home. Sunset departures add a memorable finish.

“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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3.Biologist Owned & Operated: Dolphin Watching & Guided Snorkeling

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

Spend about four hours aboard Honest Eco’s small catamaran, watching wild bottlenose dolphins and snorkeling over sponges, coral heads, or reef. Guides such as Heather, Bryan, Wade, and Captain Patrick offer patient instruction and marine-life facts, though a biologist is not guaranteed on every departure. Snacks, water, gear, and a bathroom 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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4.Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Sunset Cruise

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

Join Sunset Watersports Key West for a three-hour cruise aboard the Sunset One. An English-speaking guide explains the route as you search for wild dolphins, snorkel near Cottrell Key, and return with a draft beer as the sun sets. Crews have included Captain Madison, Captain John, Kevin, Kylie, and others.

“Excellent adventure & fantastic staff! Snorkeling, watching a pod of dolphins playing, and a breathtaking sunset. Great memories!!!”

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5.Shallow Water Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching in Key West

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

Meet the Echo catamaran at Key West Bight Marina for a small-group cruise with wild dolphin watching, shallow-water snorkeling, sailing, snacks, fruit, beer, wine, and soft drinks. The crew, including captains and mates such as Sandy, Deb, Aiden, and Bailey, provides gear and instruction. Expect a maximum of 14 people, with no children under five.

“Great experience! The snorkeling was great and we were lucky enough to see about six dolphins on our way back in. Carly and Sandy were amazing and made the trip so fun!”

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6.Dolphin & Reef Snorkel Trip with Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 50 reviews · from $76Best value

Cruise from Key West to the Dolphin Playground, watch wild dolphins in the Florida Marine Sanctuary, then snorkel among tropical fish, eagle rays, and sea turtles. Your three-hour trip includes gear, safety equipment, draft beer, and soft drinks. Choose the 11 AM outing or an evening cruise with a Key West sunset.

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7.Dolphin & Snorkeling Key West

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 17 reviews · from $128

You will spend three hours with an English-speaking captain on a boat limited to six participants, searching for wild dolphins, snorkeling around Key West, and relaxing at a shallow sandbar. Gear, flotation aids, snacks, soft drinks, water, ice, and coolers are provided. You may bring your own alcohol in suitable containers.

“An extraordinary moment! We saw about fifteen dolphins. We snorkeled for an hour and then stopped at a sandbank in the ocean. We loved it and it was our favorite activity.”

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