Top Key West Wildlife Watching

Not only is Key West a playground paradise for adults, it is for dolphins, too. See how many of these playful creatures you can spot on this small-group sailing tour. You’ll board Our SQUID, we designed and built SQUID from scratch to ensure our guests, and the animals, have the best wildlife experience possible. This catamaran will take you and a crew trained by biologists into the waters around Key West. After watching dolphins swim, you’ll jump into the water and snorkel around the coral reefs to view other marine life.

Explore the serene mangrove waterways of Geiger Key on this guided eco-tour. Perfect for all ages and levels of experience. Choose between a single kayak, double kayak, or stand-up paddleboard as you glide through the lush scenery. Your knowledgeable guide will point out the hidden gems of this unique Florida Keys ecosystem, ensuring a memorable and educational experience. With safety gear, paddle instruction, bottled water, and dry bags provided, all you need to bring is your sense of adventure. Enjoy complimentary shuttle pick-up from Key West and immerse yourself in nature for two hours of tranquility.

Try something new in Key West: parasailing. Adventure seekers who've booked this trip will love soaring over the Key West Seaport. The experience is available for singles, doubles, and even triples so it's a fantastic activity for a group of friends or a family. You'll board a state-of-the-art boat, get briefed by the crew, and then fly over the city—free as a bird.

Go parasailing above the emerald waters of Key West for a thrilling 1-hour tour that provides sweeping views of Florida’s southernmost city and its surroundings. Head out in a 12-passenger state-of-the-art parasailing boat out to the ocean, then your guide secures you into a double or triple-person parasailing device for a ride that gently lifts off and glides above the water, all without getting wet.

Night Kayak Key West offers a unique and immersive experience that sets it apart from typical daytime kayaking trips. The primary draw of kayaking at night in Key West is the opportunity to explore the waters under the cover of darkness, providing a whole new perspective on the island’s natural beauty. Paddling at night transforms the entire environment. The quiet of the night, the calm of the water, and the cool evening air create a serene and peaceful atmosphere that’s hard to replicate during the day. The sensation of being out on the water under a star-filled sky adds to the tranquil and meditative experience. While kayaking at night, you're more likely to see certain species that are more active after dark. Key West is home to many nocturnal animals, including fish, rays, and even the occasional sea turtle. The stillness of the night allows for quieter, more intimate interactions with nature, giving you a rare opportunity to witness the island’s wildlife in a different light.

Get ready for fun in the sun—and check off two top experiences in just one trip—on this dolphin-watching and snorkeling tour off the coast of Key West. Departing Key West, look out for dolphins swimming alongside the boat, then jump in for a shallow-water snorkel at the Key West National Wildlife Refuge with many different species of marine life. Relax, feel the warm sea breezes, and select from a variety of refreshing beverages on board the boat.

Discover a side of Key West some visitors miss, and immerse yourself in its beautiful scenery, on a half-day sailing tour. Board your catamaran and head to North America's only living coral barrier reef. Pass some of Key West’s top attractions on the way, then dive in to see hundreds of species of colorful fish, coral, and other sea life. This cruise includes snorkeling gear, plus beer, wine, and soft drinks.

Paddle a kayak through mangrove creeks and shallow water on a Key West kayaking tour that offers an up-close look that this unique coastal environment. This guided tour is the perfect way to spot Florida wildlife in a natural habitat.

Experience the best that Key West has to offer with this combination tour that includes a dolphin watch, snorkeling, and a view of the island’s famous sunset. Spot dolphins in their natural habitat in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and snorkel in the blue waters surrounding Key West during this family-friendly excursion.

Take a half-day sailing adventure off the coast of Key West, Florida and observe wildlife. Sail away from the island city of Key West to the beautiful blue waters off the coast on a large catamaran. See dolphins swimming and jumping alongside the boat, then jump in for an easy shallow-water snorkel above a coral reef, shipwreck, or sponge garden, all supporting over 600 species of marine life. Relax, feel the warm sea breeze and enjoy light snacks and a variety of refreshing beverages on board the boat.