Biologist Owned & Operated: Dolphin Watching & Guided Snorkeling
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Key West, USA
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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.
- Refuel with free snacks and bottled water on the boat
- Snorkel equipment, as well as tips and tricks for spotting marine life, are included
- Learn about the marine ecosystem from your guides
- Watch Wild Bottlenose Dolphins aboard our custom built Catamaran
- Patient Instruction and Assistance, especially great for Novice and Beginner Snorkelers
What's Included
- SnacksFresh organic snacks from a local cafe
- Bottled waterWater in reusable Stainless Steel Water Bottles
- Use of Snorkeling equipmentUse of Snorkelling equipment
- Educated Guide for Snorkeling
- Bathroom on board
- Small Group Sizes
- Towels and Sunscreen
- The marinas parking lot is around $20 to $30 for the day
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 231 Margaret St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Boarding time is 15 minutes before departure. Please be on time. Thank you! We do not issue refunds if you miss the boat. You will find the boat, Squid, at the bottom of the steps of the Waterfront Brewery. We are docked right in front of the yellow public restrooms building.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
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Key West Historic Seaport
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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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
Heather_M
Had a great time. Captain and first mate were awesome. Highly recommend the dolphin and snorkeling tour.
Reviews
4.9
based on 542 reviews
Heather_M, Apr 2026
Had a great time. Captain and first mate were awesome. Highly recommend the dolphin and snorkeling tour.
Max_N, Mar 2026
A half day on the Squid was great fun! We snorkeled with lots of interesting wildlife and learned great facts about them from the knowledgeable crew.
Megan_M, Mar 2026
Wonderful! My daughter and I had a great time! Just long enough (for me)-not too long, or too short. Snorkled for an hour. May have liked to snorkle a bit longer but overall good! Had fun! Sad, though, our reefs are dead and bleached. Must do something as a whole to help them.
Wendy_H, Mar 2026
We went to a sponge garden and saw almost nothing. For $144 dollars, I was expecting to be taken to the reef. A lot of the passengers on our tour did not like the snorkeling experience and got out of the water pretty quickly. I suspect our guides cut it short to cater to them - which kind of stunk for those of us who had only one chance to snorkel in Key West.
Dana_W, Feb 2026
Amazing! Billy was very knowledgeable and very personable. They served fresh fruit, vegetables, and hummus. We learned all about dolphins, and how they keep track of them by identifying their dorsal fins. The snorkeling was beautiful. They pointed out all sorts of different species. Both of them were very personable and knowledgeable. I would do this again!
Robert_S, Jan 2026
The whole trip was very educational and eco-minded! The crew knows a lot about dolphins, the reef and the Key West area. Would love to do it again!
Jack_H, Jan 2026
This was a very professional operation. They did a lot to make our trip a pleasant one. Such as having friendly staff, several snack options, and a really clean boat. We didn’t get to see a lot of dolphins the day we went out but that’s how it goes sometimes. We still had a great time and got to see a beautiful sunset from the water.
Jeffrey_T, Jan 2026
We had a wonderful experience with Sam and Jess. Full of adventure and great snorkeling around the pods.
CARLY_D, Jan 2026
Our family had a good time and the guides were nice but I’m not sure it was worth the extra money compared to the large group tours. Neither of our guides were marine biologists and there wasn’t a bunch of teaching or additional info during the trip.
Merve_G, Dec 2025
The crew were great. They communicated with others to find the dolphins’ location, so we went back to see them and yes, we saw a bunch, including babies. The snorkeling area wasn’t a reef. We mostly saw sponges and some fish. I also saw a stingray and kind of swam with it. It swam away from me, but I still thought it was really cool.
There isn’t actually a biologist on board. That part feels more like a marketing strategy. I was expecting something more educational, but I still had a very good time and really enjoyed the sunset on the boat. The people were nice. I just wish I remembered the crew’s names because they were great!
Suki_H, Dec 2025
Really love Sam and Jess. They’ve provided the most experience they possibly can. Weather was beautiful and we got to snorkeling with the tropical fishes. Really worth it.
Drew_L, Nov 2025
A great and educational experience. Part of the crew was a marine biologist doing research on dolphins. The snorkeling was great fun as was the dolphin watching. We snorkeled a sponge garden which was active with sea life. The dolphins watching was great. The dolphins swam right up to the boat to check us out.
jwEdson, Nov 2025
Loved the dolphin experience, loved captain & Marine Biologist crew...especially loved little Piper (mini-aussie) that helped us find the dolphins as they surfaced. Boat was perfect, equipment in good shape, snacks yummy. But, it was quite windy with an extremely strong undertow. I was very surprised that they let us snorkel that day...because it was kind of dangerous. It would have been more fun if we just skipped that part of the excursion.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you so much for joining us! I’m really glad you enjoyed the dolphin part of your boat tour and I have to agree, Piper takes her dolphin-spotting duties very seriously and always manages to win everyone over. It makes me happy to hear you connected with the crew as well; they put a lot of heart into every trip.
Thank you, too, for mentioning the boat and gear. Captain Billy designed and built the boat specifically for guest comfort, and our crew works hard to keep everything clean and in great shape. And I’m glad the snacks hit the spot we get everything fresh from Date and Thyme.
I really appreciate you sharing your thoughts about the snorkeling conditions. Safety is always our top priority, and our captains use their best judgment based on conditions at the moment, but your feedback is important and taken seriously. I’m sorry the wind and current made that portion of the trip stressful instead of fun I completely understand how that can impact the experience.
Thank you again for spending part of your day with us and for the thoughtful review. I hope we get the chance to show you a calmer day on the water next time you’re in Key West.
Shari_C, Nov 2025
Having a marine biologist lead the snorkeling and dolphin watching added an extra special element to the tour. I learned so much about the sponge ecosystem and dolphin community. The crew went the extra mile to ensure we saw as many dolphins as possible.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you so much for joining us! I’m really glad your boat tour felt extra special with one of our marine biologists leading the way their passion for the sponge ecosystem and the local dolphin community adds such a fun, meaningful layer to the experience.
The crew will be so happy to hear their dedication stood out, especially their effort to make sure you got plenty of dolphin time. They truly love sharing this part of Key West with our guests.
Thanks again for being out on the water with us, and I hope we get to welcome you back soon!
Abbe_D, Oct 2025
Not the trip we booked, but any day on a boat is a good day! There weren’t enough folks signed up for the afternoon on the Squid, so the team was great about communicating our options and we were able to join the afternoon snorkel, sandbar and sunset on the Blue Q catamaran. Dan and Heather were a wonderful crew and took amazing care of the 6 of us on the trip. The Blue Q is a beautiful boat and easy to get in and off with the center ladder. The fresh fruit was the perfect snack. Again, it wasn’t the trip we planned, but Dan and Heather made it the trip we needed.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you so much, Abbe! While it wasn’t the exact trip you originally planned, I'm so glad you felt well taken care of and that Dan and Heather were able to turn it into something special. That’s exactly the kind of adaptability and guest-first focus we strive for on every tour. We’re proud of Blu Q she’s a beauty! and love that you appreciated the fresh fruit and easy boarding. Hope to have you back for a trip on SQUID next time…
Marie_C, Sep 2025
We had a great time, captain Chase was super knowledgeable and kind. We saw lots of fish and dolphins. Being in a small group really makes a difference, I highly recommend this activity to anyone visiting Key West!! Thanks again :)
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you, Marie! I’m so glad you had a great time with Captain Chase he’s incredibly knowledgeable and always brings a kind, easygoing energy to the trip. It’s awesome that the fish and dolphins made an appearance, and I’m happy the small group made the experience even better for you. We appreciate the recommendation and hope to have you back for another boat tour next time you're in Key West!
Kaysie_N, Aug 2025
Epic! Highly recommend. They know exactly where to go for the coolest dolphin experience and snorkeling in Key West! Not to mention I loved the knowledge share from the biologist. Their snacks and everything they did was eco friendly which was a huge plus.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thanks so much, Kaysie! I’m so glad you had an epic time out on the water dolphins, snorkeling, and eco-conscious everything is what we’re all about. The biologist-led insights and fresh snacks are just the cherry on top. Thanks for choosing us for your boat tour we’d love to have you back anytime!
Kelly_M, Aug 2025
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.
james_m, Aug 2025
This tour offers a great experience, with a very friendly staff / welcoming environment, comfortable boat as well
Jeffrey_L, Jun 2025
It’s a super chill 4 hours. Crew is awesome and very accommodating. Dolphin portion was amazing. Tons of up close to the boat dolphins. Snorkeling was fun lots to see and water was nice and warm. 10/10!!!! 100% this outfit will be our only outfit!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Jeffrey, thank you! I love hearing how much you enjoyed the whole trip up-close dolphins, warm water, and a chill vibe is exactly what we’re all about. The crew will be so happy to hear your kind words, and it means a lot that you’d choose us again. We’d be lucky to have you back for another boat tour anytime!
Sarah_A, Jun 2025
Had a great time, Andrew was very knowledgable and very helpful along with Sam, they made it a very enjoyable trip.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thanks so much, Sarah! I’m really glad you had a great time out there Andrew and Sam are such a great team and always go the extra mile to make the trip fun and informative. We appreciate you joining us for a boat tour and hope to see you again soon!
Catherine_H, May 2025
Excellent experience!! Amazing wildlife encounters!! I am thankful for Honest Eco tours for dolphin watching and snorkeling!! This is an amazing family owned company and there is no alcohol involved! Hooray, everyone was safe. Expert knowledge on marine life and boy did we have quite the dolphin show and we had an amazing snorkeling experience, so many fish, coral, and stingrays! A lovely afternoon!! Thank you Captain Patrick and Kaylin for a wonderful boating experience!!
Response from Host, May 2025
Catherine, this made my day! I love how much you appreciated the whole experience from the dolphins (sounds like they really put on a performance!) to the snorkeling. Captain Patrick and Kailyn are fantastic, and I’m so glad they made your boat tour such a standout. We’re proud to be a family-owned company doing things a little differently small groups, marine science, and yep, no booze so everyone feels safe and relaxed. Thanks for choosing Honest Eco and for such a thoughtful shout-out. Come back anytime!
Alex_R, May 2025
Chase and Ben were awesome captains! Great Boat if you want to sit and relax under shade. What we like the best was standing on the bow seeing all the Beautiful Dolphins.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thanks, Alex! I’m so glad you had a great time out there with Chase and Ben they’re a fantastic team. Happy to hear you enjoyed the shaded seating and the view from the bow (those dolphin sightings never get old!). Thanks for joining us for a boat tour hope to see you again soon!
Lori_M, May 2025
Heather and Captain Patrick were great hosts. Heather was a treasure trove of dolphin knowledge; there wasn’t a question our group asked that she couldn’t answer. Captain Patrick provided a safe ride and comic relief. He kept us the correct distance from them (150ft) in order not to disturb them. The snorkeling was meh on the day we went; Mother Nature didn’t feel obligated to give us a show stopping underwater view. The current was a little tough making the water a little murky but we were able to identify a lot of sponges and a couple different types of fish. The fruit was divine and the veggies fresh- both were plentiful. It was a great Key west morning!
Sophie_C, May 2025
Captain Andrew and Heather shared their passion and knowledge of the marine life. We learned a lot about bottlenose dolphins and their habitat. We were able to ask many questions. I've been on a few tours before but this one was magical. We saw many dolphins playing and interacting with our boat. The snorkeling area was truly amazing with so many different species of fish and coral. I would do this tour again!
Cathy_W, Apr 2025
Beautiful time on the water with very knowledgeable guides. Plenty of time to snorkel and just enjoy the area.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
So glad you had a beautiful time out on the water with us! Nothing beats a relaxed boat tour with plenty of time to snorkel and soak it all in.
Appreciate you coming out, and we’d love to have you back for another trip anytime!
Mike_G, Apr 2025
Beautiful boat, very nice tour with an extremely knowledgeable staff. Really glad we picked this one! We saw lots of dolphins. Thanks Patrick and Brian!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thanks, Mike! Glad to hear you enjoyed the boat and had a good time out there with the dolphins. Appreciate you choosing us hope to have you join us for another boat tour sometime down the line!
Karen_C, Mar 2025
Bryan (with a y) and Captain Wade were knowledgeable and entertaining! They kept us laughing and learning the whole trip! Definitely recommend Honest Eco and would book them again and again!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Karen, thank you! Bryan and Captain Wade are an awesome duo they’ve got that perfect mix of knowledge and humor, and I’m so glad it made the trip a fun one. We’d love to have you back out on the water anytime again and again sounds perfect to us! Appreciate the recommendation!
Lucia, Mar 2025
First and for most was the staff. They made the trip. Wade the captain and Heather, well she was excellent. Learned a lot and saw a lot
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Really appreciate that! Wade and Heather are an incredible team, and I love that they made your boat tour such a great experience.
Thanks for coming out with us, and I’d love to have you back next time :)
mitch_b, Mar 2025
Excellent guides , educational & fun. 4 hrs was the right amount of time. Dolphins were serene to watch, but the sharks were a nice surprise.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Mitch, sounds like you had a great time! the right mix of education, fun, and a little unexpected excitement with the sharks! Watching dolphins is always a peaceful experience, but getting a surprise shark sighting? That’s cool.
Glad the 4-hour trip was the perfect amount of time for you. Appreciate you coming out with us. I hope to see you again soon!
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