Small Group Florida Keys Eco Tour by Boat
Recommended by 93% of travellers
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Key Largo, USA
- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Swap the crowds of the big boat tours that are typical of the Florida Keys for a more personal experience. This small-group cruise from Key Largo takes you out onto the Florida Bay. As you cruise around the local waters looking for wildlife such as dolphins and manatees, the crew will provide insights into the unique ecosystem of the Florida Keys.
- Guided ecology-focused boat tour from Key Largo
- Learn about the Keys' unique ecosystems while looking out for dolphins and manatees
- Small-group tour: A more personal experience
- Great way to avoid the crowds of the Florida Keys
What's Included
- Bottled waterWater Cooler with reusable paper cups
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 103800 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037, USA
Located in the center of the Reefhouse Resort & Marina in Key Largo
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
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Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travellers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travellers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Leonie_V
We had an absolutely amazing kayak tour through the Florida keys mangroves! The scenery was breathtaking—quiet tunnels of greenery, calm water, and wildlife all around us. Our guide, Jade, truly made the experience extra special. He was incredibly helpful, super knowledgeable about the area, and made everyone feel comfortable, even if it was their first time kayaking.
An absolute must. We would do it again in a heartbeat!
Reviews
4.7
based on 308 reviews
Kevin_H, May 2026
Guide is very good experienced with area. We were concerned about bad weather, he pulled up radar, showed us possibilities and let us know he would not take out a tour if lightning, etc was a possibility. Overall 10 out of 10
Kameron_P, May 2026
We saw a group of manatees, some birds, a turtle, a shark, barracuda, and some dolphins that jumped in the wake of our boat. It was really great! Bobby was our guide and he was really knowledgeable and found all kinds of animals. Then we ended the tour with some dolphins jumping behind the boat in our wake. We had a great time and I would recommend Bobby as a guide to anyone.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thanks so much for the awesome review! We’re thrilled you got to see such an incredible variety of wildlife—that’s what makes every trip so special. Bobby will be glad to hear how much you appreciated his knowledge and eye for spotting marine life. And those dolphins playing in the wake are always the perfect grand finale!
We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to have you back out on the water with us again soon!
Linda_K, Apr 2026
My wife has mobility problems and we rang the day before to ask if her wheelchair would ge able to fit on the boat. We arrived at the dock early. The Captain consulted my wife about whether the boat was ok for her to get into, which was appreciated. Next aĺl of us on the trip were asked to fill out a form on a tablet, then take a selfie. This took some tim,e and I realise it is a security measure. It would be quicker for the office to fill out details for us, as not everone found this easy. The trip was fantastic. The Captain found a Manatee, Starfish, Crocodile and Heron on the trip. He kept us informed throughout the cruise, and was very patient as well. I recommend this trip.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We’re really glad you reached out ahead of time and that the captain was able to work directly with your wife to make sure she felt comfortable boarding—that’s very important to us.
We also appreciate your feedback about the check-in process. We understand it can take a little extra time, and we’ll definitely take your suggestion into consideration as we look for ways to make it smoother for everyone.
It’s great to hear you had such a fantastic trip and were able to see so much wildlife—that’s what makes these tours so special! We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to the captain.
Thank you again for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you both back out on the water again soon!
Leslie_S, Apr 2026
Amazing Keys Eco Tour on Friday with Capt. Russ! Only 4 of us, so almost private… Russ is very friendly & well-informed about Key Largo & the Keys area in general.
We saw manatees, a dolphin & a sea turtle & lots of birds… highly recommend! Thanks, Capt. Russ!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re so glad you had a great Eco Tour with Capt. Russ. He’ll be thrilled to hear your kind words—he really enjoys sharing his knowledge of Key Largo and the Keys.
How awesome that you got to see manatees, a dolphin, a sea turtle, and all those birds too! Sounds like a perfect day on the water. 🐬🐢
We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you back out with us again soon for another adventure! 🌴🚤
Michael_H, Apr 2026
A very enjoyable trip with James, who is an excellent guide. He explained the origin of Adams Cut, brought us to see manatees, and explained the ecosystem of mangroves. This was my 3rd eco tour and the best one
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for the kind review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an enjoyable eco tour with James. He’ll really appreciate your shoutout—he takes a lot of pride in sharing the history, wildlife, and ecosystem of the area.
It’s especially great to hear this was your 3rd eco tour and your best one yet! We’re glad you got to experience Adams Cut, the manatees, and the mangroves all in one trip.
We appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again soon for another adventure on the water! 🌿
Vicki_M, Apr 2026
We had a great time! The price was very reasonable for a semi-private boat tour and we were pleased to get a last minute booking. Excited to see the manatees and our captain tried to find us other wildlife despite weather challenges. Enjoyed learning much about Key Largo history and geology.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for the great review! We’re really glad to hear you had a wonderful time!
It’s awesome that you got to see manatees and still enjoyed the experience despite the weather conditions. We’re also glad your captain was able to share interesting insight about Key Largo’s history and geology along the way.
We truly appreciate you joining us and hope to see you back out on the water again soon! 🌊
Miranda_L, Apr 2026
Great trip! Captain Russ was very friendly and knowledgeable about the Keys.
Got to see manatees, birds, mangroves, coral reef fossils, nice houses, etc. Overall fun tour. Would definitely recommend
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for the great review! We’re really glad to hear you had a fun trip with Captain Russ and enjoyed all the sights around the Keys—from manatees and mangroves to reef fossils and wildlife.
We’re happy he was able to share his knowledge and make the experience enjoyable for you. We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you back out with us again soon! 🌿🌊
david_b, Apr 2026
Didn’t really see a lot of the wildlife that we expected but it was still fun nonetheless. Probably could have found a better way to spend $200 for the three of us. Also the boat was much smaller than I expected and there isn’t enough shade for everyone on board
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear you still had some fun on the water, but we’re sorry to hear the experience didn’t fully meet your expectations in terms of wildlife sightings, space, and shade.
Wildlife can definitely vary day to day depending on conditions, but we understand wanting to see more on your trip. We also appreciate your comments about the boat size and shade—feedback like this helps us improve how we set expectations and communicate what guests can expect onboard.
We’re grateful you joined us and hope we’ll have another chance to provide a better experience for you in the future. 🌊
Yarissa_S, Apr 2026
The eco tour was absolutely worth it and we so glad we did it on the way down go the Keys. We saw a dolphin, manatees, star fish and a saltwater croc. In addition, the tour takes you through the Key Largo canal where you get a glimpse of how Floridians live in the Keys among the mangroves. A must do visit !
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for the amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the eco tour and that it was a highlight on your way down to the Keys.
Seeing dolphins, manatees, starfish, and even a saltwater crocodile is such a special day on the water! We’re also glad you enjoyed cruising through the canals and mangroves and getting a glimpse of local life here in Key Largo.
We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you back out with us again soon! 🌿🌊
Rachel_J, Mar 2026
Captain Jeff was fun and responsible. A lovely boat ride through the sound and channels - we got to see some cool stuff like a manatee mama and baby, a nurse shark, birds, and fancy houses. A quick and quiet trip good for families.
Melanie_C, Mar 2026
Captain Russ was knowledgeable and fun. He found us manatees right off the bat since that's what I asked to see. We also saw dolphins, crabs, iguanas, and several birds. The tour through the mangroves was fascinating. I highly recommend a tour with Captain Russ!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for the great review! We’re glad Captain Russ was able to make your trip both fun and informative, and even better that he was able to find manatees right away for you. It sounds like you had an incredible day with all the wildlife sightings and time exploring the mangroves.
We appreciate the recommendation and hope to have you back out on the water with us again soon
Becky_R, Mar 2026
Relaxing boat ride. Captain was very knowledgeable about the wildlife and houses. Enjoyed the tour..
Response from Host, Mar 2026
“Thank you for the great review! We’re glad you enjoyed the relaxing boat ride and learning about the wildlife and homes along the way. Our captains love sharing what makes the area special. Hope to see you again!”
Anders_S, Mar 2026
A wonderful eco boat tour with friends from key largo. Captain was great friendly and knowledgeable. Saw many sea life on the tour. Super easy location.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
“Thanks so much for the kind words! We’re thrilled you and your friends had a wonderful eco tour and got to see so much sea life. Our captains love sharing their knowledge of the area, so we’re glad that made the trip even better. Hope to have you back on the water again soon!”
Diane_M, Mar 2026
Went on the Small Group Eco Tour with Captain Bobby. Saw dolphins & manatees. Captain Bobby was very knowledgeable about the area and the wildlife.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the Small Group Eco Tour with Captain Bobby. Seeing both dolphins and manatees is always a special experience! We’re happy to hear he shared his knowledge about the area and local wildlife. Hope to have you join us again on your next visit!
Cynthia_O, Mar 2026
This was a great tour. When I said seeing an American crocodile was a bucket list animal for me, the tour guide did his absolute best to try and find one. I definitely would tell anyone visiting the area that this is a great experience and they should book it if they can.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We love hearing that seeing an American crocodile was such a special bucket-list moment for you. Our guides are truly passionate about creating unforgettable experiences, and it means a lot to know that effort made a difference. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
STACY_B, Mar 2026
It was a great little boat trip. Capt Russ was great and loved telling us all about the area and history. Saw some manatees and dolphin. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the boat trip and Capt. Russ’s insights about the area. Seeing manatees and dolphins makes it even more memorable. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back soon!
John_L, Feb 2026
My husband and I took this tour. We both found it to be enjoyable and interesting. Our tour guide, Bobby, was very knowledgeable.
Sara_S, Feb 2026
Jeff was a top notch captain and had wonderful knowledge. Loved the dolphins and manatees. I would definitely go again.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great experience with Captain Jeff. His knowledge and passion for the dolphins and manatees truly make every trip special. We’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to him! We can’t wait to welcome you back for another adventure on the water. 🌊🐬
Leyla_S, Feb 2026
We had a wonderful experience! Captain Bobby is very kind and knowledgeable. We saw lots of cool wildlife and enjoyed a beautiful morning on the water. Kids (ages 7 and 9) loved it. We will definitely rebook the next time we are in Key Largo!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great experience with Captain Bobby — he truly loves sharing his knowledge and making each trip special.
It’s especially great to know your kids loved it, too! There’s nothing better than seeing families enjoy the wildlife and a beautiful morning out on the water together.
We can’t wait to welcome you back the next time you’re in Key Largo for another adventure!
Stephanie_C, Feb 2026
It was a nice boat ride out to see some manatees and be on the water! Bobby was a great captain and guide!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad you enjoyed the boat ride and the chance to see manatees — they’re always a special sight. Captain Bobby will be thrilled to hear your kind words.
We hope to welcome you back for another memorable day on the water soon! 🌊🐋
bengelmorgan11, Feb 2026
This boat ride was wonderful! The weather was amazing, and our tour guide Bobby was too! He taught us a lot about Keys wildlife—we got to see an alligator, manatees, Ospreys, and even a couple of sharks! To top it off, Bobby was so kind to retrieve the hats of several people on our boat, after they flew off into the water! We had an amazing time and would absolutely come back again.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled you had such an amazing time on the water and got to see so much incredible wildlife — alligators, manatees, ospreys, and even sharks! 🐊🐋🦅
Captain Bobby will be so happy to hear your kind words, especially about his “hat rescue” skills — he always goes the extra mile to make the trip fun and safe. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in the Keys! 🌊
DanielJ_H, Feb 2026
Weather was perfect for this trip. Saw a few Manatee, a crocodile and some herons and other birds. But the clincher was when we found a few dolphin pods and our guide got them to follow our wake. What a treat!! There were roughly 8 to 10 of them who surfed our wake for well over a mile. It was awesome.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
That sounds like an amazing trip! Seeing manatees and a crocodile is already special, but having 8–10 dolphins surfing your wake for that long....that’s next-level awesome!! I'm sure that’s a memory you’ll never forget! Thanks for a great review!
Christina_K, Jan 2026
Bobbywas our tour guide and we wanted a peaceful time on the boat. As soon as we arrived to the mangroves, there were dolphins waiting to greet us. Six dolphins joined the boat and surfed behind us. Amazing experience! That completely made the tour. We found several manatees and starfish and had the best day on the boat tour.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thanks for the wonderful review! Bobby does a great job creating a relaxing experience, and it sounds like the wildlife really put on a show for you—six dolphins is incredible! We’re so glad you had the best day and hope to see you again soon.
Joseph_M, Jan 2026
We had an amazing time with Capt Russ on this tour. He was so knowledgeable about the ecosystem of the area and attentive to where the manatees, dolphins and other wildlife were. We loved this experience.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled you had an amazing time with Capt. Russ and enjoyed learning about the ecosystem. It’s wonderful to hear you got to see manatees, dolphins, and other wildlife—it makes the tour extra special. We’d love to have you back on the water anytime!
Lynn_M, Jan 2026
Loved this private tour with Captain Jim! It turned out only our family was on the tour which made the trip special. Captain Jim showed up the mangroves and explained the ecosystem of the area. We also was manatees and turtles! Fun tour and highly recommend it.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re so glad your private tour with Captain Jim was special and that you got to explore the mangroves, learn about the ecosystem, and see manatees and turtles. It sounds like a perfect day on the water! We truly appreciate your recommendation and would love to have you back for another memorable adventure.
Leonie_V, Dec 2025
We had an absolutely amazing kayak tour through the Florida keys mangroves! The scenery was breathtaking—quiet tunnels of greenery, calm water, and wildlife all around us. Our guide, Jade, truly made the experience extra special. He was incredibly helpful, super knowledgeable about the area, and made everyone feel comfortable, even if it was their first time kayaking.
An absolute must. We would do it again in a heartbeat!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you so much for the amazing review! We’re so glad you had an unforgettable kayak tour through the beautiful mangroves of the Florida Keys. It sounds like Jade really made the experience special for you with his knowledge and helpfulness. We’re thrilled to hear that you’d do it again in a heartbeat, and we’d love to have you back for another adventure in the future!
Richard_M, Dec 2025
Excellent trip. We were able to see a
Family of dolphins, iguana, manatees and even a crocodile, all extremely close up
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for your review! We’re so glad you got to see dolphins, manatees, iguanas, and even a crocodile up close. It sounds like an unforgettable trip, and we’d love to have you back on the water again!
Olivia_W, Dec 2025
Bobby was so knowledgeable about local wildlife. We saw dolphins, a gator, starfish, manatee, lots of fish, birds and iguana. He said it was rare to see all of them in one go, so we felt lucky! Even though it was a cloudy we had an awesome evening.
Susan_H, Nov 2025
It was unique for us native NFloridians. Sunglasses a must
Get out on the water! Fun fact about how shallow it is here!
Susan_E, Nov 2025
We played with the dolphins, saw manatees and lots of herons. The boat ride was wonderful thanks to our Captain Bobby!
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