All-Inclusive Sandbar Safari with Dolphin Playground Encounter
Recommended by 94% of travelers
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Key West, USA
- 5 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Spend a stunning afternoon soaking up the sights of the Gulf of Mexico, chilling out at a sandbar, and watching dolphins at the Florida Marine Sanctuary. With the help of a fun and informative crew, you’ll explore the Floridian sea while your guides tell you all about the area’s history and wildlife. Enjoy lunch as well as unlimited beer, wine, and mimosas on your trip—just remember to drink responsibly.
- Half-day boat tour with dolphin spotting and sandbar chilling
- Guides to share facts about the area
- Fun for families and friends alike
- Unlimited draft beer, wine, and mimosas
What's Included
- LunchThe menu includes Fresh Local Cuban Sandwiches Fried Chicken Tenders Veggie Wraps, Fruit & Veggie Trays Cheese & Cracker Platters Pita & Hummus Platters Beverages, Draft Beer & Wine
- Alcoholic BeveragesThis trip includes unlimited draft beer, mimosas & selection of wine.
- Soda/PopUnlimited soda
- Dolphin Playground – Watch dolphins play in their natural habitat up close.
- Secluded Sandbar – Relax on a picturesque sandbar with stunning turquoise waters.
- Swim, Snorkel, or Sunbathe – Enjoy water activities or simply lounge in the sun.
- Knowledgeable Guides – Learn about local wildlife and ecosystems from expert guides.
- Lily Pad Included - Float effortlessly as you sip on your favorite beverage on one of our lily pads
- Assortment of Water Toys - Toss a football, grab a snorkel or enjoy any of the multiple water toys at the sandbar
- Restroom on board
- Gratuities
- Towels & Sunscreen
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 201 William St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Our check-in location is at 201 William Street, Key West FL 33040. We are attached to the waterfront brewery. Please arrive 45 minutes prior to departure to check in which will provide enough time to go through our check in procedures.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.11:00 am
Itinerary
1
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
2
Jewfish Basin
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Key West (Pass By)
South Beach, Key West, Fl (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Please arrive 60 minutes prior to departure to check in which will provide enough time to go through our check in procedures.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 60 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
Laurel_L
This was a fantastic laid back day on the boat! Service was OUTSTANDING! Captain Madison and crew Caroline and Cathy made us all feel so relaxed and pampered. They were professional, efficient, friendly and just outright wonderful. If you are looking to just relax on a beautiful boat with gorgeous scenery and be waited on while playing on a sandbar, this is for you! We also saw so many dolphins and they swam right along the boat. Capt. Madison and crew were so knowledgeable and fun!!! The whole family had the best day ever in Key West!
Reviews
4.8
based on 615 reviews
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Monther_M, Jul 2026
It was absolutely horrible it was completely false advertisement the only reason it’s $149 is for drinks that are absolutely horrible. Completely lied about seeing dolphins. AVOID THIS!!!
Brent_M, Jul 2026
Great experience , crew friendly and plenty of food and drinks to go around. Captain does his best to ensure you have a great dolphin encounter and we also had some extra ocean visitors that were amazing
Elizabeth_M, Jul 2026
It’s a great day! You snorkel. You sandbar. You Kayak. There’s bevy’s, a lunch spread and the crisp blue ocean.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for the awesome review! It sounds like you made the most of the day, and we're so glad you enjoyed the snorkeling, sandbar, kayaking, lunch, drinks, and those beautiful blue waters. We appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again for another great day on the ocean!
Javier_B, Jul 2026
Get ready to have a great time. My kids really enjoyed watching the dolphins in their natural habitat, and my wife and I had a great relaxing time at the sandbags with cool drinks and great music in the background. Highly recommended
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear your family had such a great time on our All-Inclusive Sandbar Safari with Dolphin Playground Encounter. There's nothing better than seeing dolphins in their natural habitat, and we're glad you and your wife were able to relax at the sandbar with great music and refreshing drinks. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you and your family back for another unforgettable adventure in Key West!
David_B, Jul 2026
The sandbags was amazing! We were very lucky and saw a lot of dolphins. They had plenty of food and drinks.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your great review! We're so happy you enjoyed your Sandbar Safari and Dolphin Playground Encounter. Seeing lots of dolphins is always a special bonus, and we're glad you had an amazing time at the sandbar. It's wonderful to hear you enjoyed the food and drinks as well. Thank you for choosing Sunset Watersports—we hope to welcome you back for another incredible adventure soon!
Gabriela_S, Jul 2026
This experience was amazing and worth it. I recommend it to anybody. The staff were very attentive and great overall.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear you had an amazing time on our All-Inclusive Sandbar Safari with Dolphin Playground Encounter. It's great to know our crew's attentive service helped make your experience so enjoyable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and thank you for choosing Sunset Watersports. We look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable day on the water!
Arron_M, Jul 2026
Everyone is treated very good the hospitality was absolutely wonderful. Everything is as advertised and better
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the hospitality from our crew and that your experience exceeded your expectations. It's especially rewarding to know you found the trip to be everything we advertised—and even better! Thank you for choosing Sunset Watersports. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back for another amazing day on the water!
Kira_D, Jul 2026
Super fun day on the water! We brought a big group with us. The food and drinks were great and we loved every minute
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear your group had a super fun day on the water with us. It's great to know you enjoyed the food, drinks, and every minute of the experience. Thank you for choosing Sunset Watersports for your group adventure—we hope to welcome you all back for another unforgettable day in Key West!
Jordan_B, Jul 2026
If you have a doubt about doing this, DON’T doubt! It is so much fun. Captain John was very friendly, slowed the boat down so we could get so many amazing dolphin pictures! Crew Sparky & Terry accommodated our every request- drinks (alcohol and non), even brought drinks INTO the sandbar area while we were floating around talking and relaxing. Well worth the price for all that you can experience!! Great for couples and families alike- truly something for every one. The water is shallow, clear and emerald. You can snorkel a little deeper or just float around with the boat’s water toys.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your incredible review! We're so happy to hear you had such a fun and memorable day on our All-Inclusive Sandbar Safari with Dolphin Playground Encounter. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Captain John, Sparky, and Terry—they'll be thrilled to know they helped make your experience so special. We're glad you enjoyed the dolphin viewing, the beautiful emerald waters, the sandbar relaxation, and all the amenities that make this trip enjoyable for couples and families alike. Thank you for choosing Sunset Watersports, and we hope to welcome you back for another amazing day on the water!
Frances_F, Jul 2026
It was amazing, we saw lots of dolphins, food, drinks and service were great! Staff was friendly! Sand bar was shallow enough to stand and high enough to float! Well worth the money! It was a perfect and memorable experience! Highlight of our trip!!!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your amazing review! We're thrilled to hear your All-Inclusive Sandbar Safari with Dolphin Playground Encounter was the highlight of your trip. It’s wonderful that you got to see so many dolphins and enjoyed the food, drinks, friendly service, and beautiful sandbar experience. Thank you for choosing Sunset Watersports, and we’re so happy we could help create such a memorable day for you. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in Key West!
Carlos_F, Jun 2026
Amazing experience. The crew was amazing . We did get to see dolphins. The time at the sand bar was amazing
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear you had an amazing experience with our crew. Seeing dolphins and spending time at the sandbar are always highlights, and we're glad you got to enjoy both. We appreciate you choosing Sunset Watersports and hope to see you again on another adventure soon!
Lisa_B, Jun 2026
Such a fun trip! Excellent crew, beautiful water, and good food! Only complaint — I wish we had more time at the sand bar and less time looking for dolphins. A really great day! Be sure to pack your own towels!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for your great review! We're so glad you had a fun day and enjoyed our crew, the beautiful water, and the food. We appreciate your feedback about the time spent at the sandbar versus dolphin searching, as well as the helpful tip for future guests to bring towels. Thanks for choosing Sunset Watersports—we hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
Yvette_S, Jun 2026
This sandbar/dolphin boat trip was fantastic and absolutely worth it. Not only was the captain knowledgeable, but the crew was friendly and made everyone feel comfortable. While there’s no controlling nature, we did see dolphins and they shared a lot of interesting information about them, and the sandbar was such a fun experience! The food and drinks were wonderful and my friend and I both agreed it was one of the trips highlights. I would highly recommend this company!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the fantastic review! We're delighted to hear you had such a great time on our Sandbar Safari. It's wonderful that our captain and crew made you feel comfortable, that you were able to see dolphins, and that you enjoyed learning about them along the way. We're also happy the food, drinks, and sandbar experience were highlights of your trip. Thank you for your recommendation—we truly appreciate it and hope to welcome you back to Sunset Watersports for another unforgettable adventure!
Rachel_H, Jun 2026
What an amazing day! Madison, Terry, and Noah made our boat trip so special! We saw dolphins, the sandbar was perfect and the food, drink and island vibe were just perfect!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the amazing review! We're so happy to hear Madison, Terry, and Noah helped make your day so special. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed seeing dolphins, relaxing at the sandbar, and taking in the island vibes with great food and drinks. We truly appreciate you choosing Sunset Watersports and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure!
Marcus_H, Jun 2026
Get out in the middle of the ocean on a sand bar. Have water toys for and drink supplied. Just remember your sunscreen!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed your time out at the sandbar and took advantage of the water toys, drinks, and beautiful surroundings. And that's great advice—sunscreen is definitely a must for a day in the Florida sun! Thank you for choosing Sunset Watersports, and we hope to see you again for another fun adventure on the water.
Felicia_R, Jun 2026
So much fun! We got to see sting rays, a turtle and dolphins. Lots of room to spread out on the boat and at the sand bar.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the great review! We're thrilled you had so much fun and were able to see stingrays, a sea turtle, and dolphins during your adventure. It's wonderful to hear you enjoyed the spacious boat and had plenty of room to relax at the sandbar. We appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again on your next trip to Key West!
david_m, Jun 2026
Crew was very knowledgeable and extremely friendly. Boat is very clean and well kept. Lunch was very good. Loved everything about the trip!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so happy to hear you loved everything about your Sandbar Safari adventure. It's great to know our knowledgeable, friendly crew, clean boat, and delicious lunch all helped make your day memorable. We truly appreciate you choosing to join us and hope to welcome you back for another Key West adventure soon!
Randall_S, Jun 2026
Very well organized excursion. The tour description was spot on to what we experienced. Captain John, Alicia and Kathy were all great and took excellent care of us. We saw several dolphins and spent a couple of hours at the sandbar which was amazing. For those who are not strong swimmers, know that the water was around 3-4 ft in depth, including right off the boat so don't let that deter you from booking this tour. This tour was the highlight of our week in the Florida Keys and highly recommend!!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for such a thoughtful and detailed review! We're thrilled to hear the tour lived up to the description and was the highlight of your week in the Florida Keys. Captain John, Alicia, and Kathy will be delighted to know their excellent care helped make your experience so memorable.
It's wonderful that you were able to see several dolphins and enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the sandbar. We also appreciate you sharing the helpful note about the water depth—it will be valuable for future guests who may be hesitant about booking.
Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing Sunset Watersports. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure the next time you're in Key West!
Aletha_O, Jun 2026
I think the instructor was upset because I was slow, but I don’t care it is my birthday and I had a good time.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for celebrating your birthday with us and for taking the time to leave a review! We're glad to hear that you had a good time overall and enjoyed your experience on the Sandbar Safari. We never want any guest to feel uncomfortable or rushed, and we appreciate you sharing your feedback. Our goal is for everyone to have a fun and enjoyable day at their own pace. We hope the rest of your birthday was wonderful, and we'd love to welcome you back for another adventure on the water in the future! 🎉☀️🐬🚤🍹
Jana_W, Jun 2026
We felt like this was timed well and not rushed. One of the best days we had during our vacation. Very friendly staff and captain. Dolphins came right up to the boat. The water at the sandbar was picture perfect.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad to hear you felt the timing was just right and never rushed, and that it ended up being one of the best days of your vacation. It’s amazing that the dolphins came right up to the boat and that you got to enjoy those picture-perfect sandbar conditions. We’ll also share your kind words with our captain and crew. We appreciate you choosing to spend your day with us and hope to see you again on your next trip to Key West!
Jessica_S, Jun 2026
This was an amazing experience, saw several dolphins and swam in the clearest water I have ever seen!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the great review! We're so glad you had an amazing experience and got to see several dolphins along with enjoying that crystal-clear water at the sandbar. It really is a special place out there, and we’re happy you got to enjoy it with us. We appreciate you joining the trip and hope to see you again for another adventure in Key West!
Sandy_L, Jun 2026
Had a wonderful time and will definitely do this again! Saw lots of dolphins up close and spent a great time in the beautiful water at the sandbar. The crew was awesome!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad you had such a great time and got to see dolphins up close and enjoy the beautiful sandbar. It’s also great to hear the crew helped make your experience even better. We truly appreciate you joining us and look forward to welcoming you back for another amazing day on the water in Key West!
Shannon_L, Jun 2026
My daughter and I had a great time on this excursion! Capt Chuck and Crew were fantastic and the food and drinks were plentiful! We had beautiful weather and saw several dolphins. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so happy to hear you and your daughter had a great time on your excursion. Captain Chuck and the crew will be thrilled to know they helped make your day so enjoyable. It’s great that you were able to enjoy the beautiful weather, plenty of food and drinks, and even see several dolphins out on the water.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you both back for another amazing day in Key West!
Deana_D, Jun 2026
I was very nice and relaxing the crew was very nice and accommodating. Very was good and they made sure you hand plenty to drink.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad to hear you had a relaxing experience and that the crew made you feel well taken care of and kept you refreshed throughout the trip. We appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you back for another great day on the water in Key West!
Kelly_C, Jun 2026
I booked this excursion when we arrived at the island and learning that Key West is not a beach town. Family of five with adult and teen children. We had the very best time! Captain and crew were amazing. We saw bunches of dolphins and a sea turtle as well. Highly recommend!
Maggie_H, Jun 2026
As much as we enjoyed this trip being over 60 we feel that there was not enough seating in the shady areas of the boat. Therefore we had to sit in the full sun for 4 plus hours. Going into the sea at the sand bar was lovely and a good opportunity to cool off. The food was not great however. The sandwiches were meh! The chicken was nice. Plenty of veg, but not much in the way of dips, in fact there was only one, not everyone likes spicy dips. On the plus side there was plenty of drinks.
Kevin_K, Jun 2026
The he boat was well stocked, clean, and well maintained. The crew and captain were awesome. We had a wonderful time!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for your great review! We're delighted to hear you had a wonderful time on our All-Inclusive Sandbar Safari with Dolphin Playground Encounter. It's great to know you found the boat clean, well-maintained, and well-stocked, and that our captain and crew helped make your experience memorable. We appreciate you choosing to spend the day with us and hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon! 🐬☀️🌴🚤
Kimberly_W, Jun 2026
It was so much fun!!! I would do it again! You should book this trip!!! Wear sunscreen and bring a hat
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear you had so much fun on our All-Inclusive Sandbar Safari with Dolphin Playground Encounter and that you'd do it again! We also appreciate the helpful tip for future guests—Key West sunshine is no joke, so sunscreen and a hat are definitely great ideas. Thanks for recommending the trip, and we hope to see you back on board for another adventure soon! ☀️🐬🌴🚤
Lisa_A, Jun 2026
Such a fun excursion. The staff made it all about us and truly wanted us to have fun! Bring sunscreen 😁
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the great review! We're thrilled to hear you had such a fun time on our Sandbar Safari with Dolphin Playground Encounter. Our crew loves creating memorable experiences and making sure every guest has an amazing day on the water. And that's excellent advice—sunscreen is definitely a must in the Key West sunshine! 😁☀️🐬
We appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again on your next trip to Key West! 🌴🌊🍹
Jodie_G, Jun 2026
There was plenty of food and drinks!! Madison was amazing! Best part of our vacation. We saw dolphins and had the best time swimming in the ocean. We had a beautiful day!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that our Sandbar Safari was the best part of your vacation! It’s great to know you enjoyed the food, drinks, dolphin sightings, and a beautiful day out on the water. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to Captain Madison—she'll be delighted to hear she helped make your experience so memorable. We appreciate you choosing us and hope to see you again on your next trip to Key West! 🐬☀️🌊🍹
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