The 10 Best Snorkeling in Key West

1.Half-Day Trip from Key West with Kayaking, Snorkeling & Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,683 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $115Our pick

Half-day sailing, kayaking, and snorkeling off Key West in Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, with snacks, drinks, and calm-water gear.

“This was out second time with Danger, and we really enjoyed both outings. Smaller crowds, lovely boat, informative guides, and great time on the water. I appreciated the use of wet suits, it was a thoughtful addition to the experience.”

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2.Key West Afternoon Snorkel Sail with Unlimited Cocktails!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,572 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59

Key West afternoon snorkeling on the Marquesa catamaran to Florida Reef, with gear and an open bar after you swim.

“Beautiful weather calm seas. Entertaining & knowledgeable captain & crew. Great experience on board. All equipment needed available & in great condition. Enjoyed hour at reef snorkeling. Bartenders make a great Rum punch & full bar. We will do again when we return to visit family. Wonderful Fun”

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3.Key West Dolphin Watch and Snorkel Tour – Eco Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,163 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79

A 3-hour Key West catamaran trip to spot wild dolphins and snorkel shallow Gulf waters, with gear and post-snorkel drinks included.

“Wonderful staff and fun trip. Of course, there is not guarantee that you will see the dolphins. We did not, but the snorkeling was good.”

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4.Key West Full-Day Ocean Adventure: Kayak, Snorkel, Sail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 767 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $152

Full-day Key West sailing, snorkeling, and kayaking with lunch and unlimited drinks, plus time in the Key West National Wildlife Refuge.

“Absolute great day on the water. Capt Joe and crew where accommodating it made the trip so much more relaxing and enjoyable.”

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5.Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Eco Cruise Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 757 reviews · 3 hours · from $79

Key West eco cruise for dolphins and snorkeling. 45-foot catamaran, respectful viewing, top snorkel gear, and drinks, including sunset options.

“providing proper snorkeling gear could help the non swimmers”

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6.Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 493 reviews · 3 hours · from $79

Key West sunset cruise with dolphin watching at Cottrell Key, a snorkel stop in the reef, and a draft beer ride back.

“Excellent adventure & fantastic staff! Snorkeling, watching a pod of dolphins playing, and a breathtaking sunset. Great memories!!!”

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7.Reef Snorkeling with Drinks and Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 419 reviews · 3 hours · from $34Best value

Key West reef snorkeling on Fury catamaran with drinks after snorkeling, plus an optional sunset sail from Opal Key Marina.

“Friendly staff. Water was beautiful. The crowd was a bit overwhelming.”

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8.3-Hour Afternoon Reef Snorkel with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 351 reviews · 3 hours · from $59

3 hours of Key West reef snorkeling in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, with gear, ocean drinks, and a fun return sail.

“The captain was extremely skilled, professional and passionate. She took care of us during the whole experience.”

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9.Afternoon Reef Snorkel Tour with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 268 reviews · 3 hours · from $59

A 3-hour Key West afternoon reef snorkel with Sebago Watersports, expert instruction, and an open bar on a roomy catamaran.

“The guides were just awesome! So friendly and entertaining. We had a blast!”

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10.Reef Snorkel Morning Tour with Breakfast & Mimosas

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 268 reviews · 3 hours · from $54

3-hour Key West reef snorkel on a catamaran with breakfast, mimosas, and guided coral spotting, plus draft beer on the return.

“Our crew was fantastic - Captain Steve, Boyd and Sparky. The boat was very clean, the crew was kind, friendly and entertaining. They were really good with me when I panicked in the water and didn’t snorkel. They helped me back on the boat, got me a mimosa and fed the fish so they would come near the boat where I could see them. I highly recommend this trip. Beautiful scenery too!”

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