Dolphin Tours
Dolphin Watch Tours:
Key West is one of the best places to get the chance to observe wild bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat splashing in beautiful emerald and blue water. Over 300 Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins call our waters home, and they live here year round, since they are a non-migratory species. They travel in pods ranging from 6 to 20 dolphins and they love interacting with boats. Key west is known for an area of water with tons of dolphin activity. We refer to this area as the “Dolphin Playground,” and this is where most dolphin watching boats will spend their time observing these beautiful interactive creatures. Did You know that many of the residential dolphins have names, like Lego and Batman, and they can be identified by the scars and shapes of their dorsal fins? Most likely your tour guides will be able to point out specific dolphins and their names.
Here are our top 5 picks for dolphin watching in Key West!
Dolphin Watch and Snorkel - Eco friendly
Captains’ choice Dolphin Watch and Sunset Sail
Dolphin Watch and Snorkel - Eco friendly
(4hrs.) ticket price: $99.00 per adult, $79.00 per child
This trip departs at 9am and 2pm and includes healthy snacks. Expect a small group size, making this a more intimate experience with a very knowledgeable, biology focused crew. They are the proud owners of the very first fully electric Lithium-ion plug-in catamaran which they custom built. Enjoy a more educational snorkel experience as well as education about the local bottlenose dolphins.
Sandbar and Dolphin Combo
Captains’ choice Dolphin Watch and Sunset Sail
Dolphin Watch and Snorkel - Eco friendly
(5hrs.) ticket price: $119.95 per adult, 6-12 $79.95, 5 and under free.
This trip departs at 11 am (only fri, sat, and sun) and includes lunch, unlimited beer and wine, and snacks. Combine dolphin watching with Key West’s favorite pastime, SANDBAR! This is a nice relaxing way to spend the day relaxing in the shallow crystal-clear waters of the backcountry. Lunch spread and snacks include; Cuban sandwiches, fried chicken tenders, veggie wraps, fruit and veggie trays, cheese and cracker platters, pita and hummus platters.
Captains’ choice Dolphin Watch and Sunset Sail
Captains’ choice Dolphin Watch and Sunset Sail
Captains’ choice Dolphin Watch and Sunset Sail
(2.5 hrs.) ticket price: $89.95 per adult, $49.95 for 11 and under.
This trip departs between 5pm and 6pm depending on the season and includes a catered tapas menu, boutique wines, champagne, and soft drinks. Expect to set sails and cruise out to the dolphin playground, or wherever dolphins are being spotted. It’s never a guarantee that you will see dolphins, however it is highly likely. Enjoy tapas style buffet and wine throughout the trip and expect to catch a nice view of the sunset from the water before heading back.
Dolphin Watch Eco Tour
Dolphin Watch and Snorkel
Captains’ choice Dolphin Watch and Sunset Sail
(3 hrs.) ticket price: $74.95 per adult, $54.95 per child, Toddlers free
This trip departs daily at 9am, 12:30 and 5:30 and includes complimentary beverages. Expect about 1 hour of snorkeling and one hour of dolphin watching.
Dolphin Watch and Snorkel
Dolphin Watch and Snorkel
Dolphin Watch and Snorkel
(3 hrs.) ticket price: $64.95 per adult, $50.95per child, 5 and under free
This trip departs at 11:30 and 3:30 and includes unlimited beer and soft drinks. Expect to cruise to the dolphin playground where there is a lot of consistent dolphin activity. After about an hour of dolphin watching, the crew will take you to a nearby snorkeling location where you will get up to an hour of time for snorkeling. After snorkeling beer will be available, complimentary during the ride back.
We hope you get a chance to experience our Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins up close and personal! We would love to help you decide which trip is best suited for you. Also, we may be able to save you money if you book with us.