About this experience
Explore Key West in a fun and unique way! Avoid the crowds on this exciting snorkel safari adventure and captain your own speedboat through 28 miles of Florida backcountry. Enjoy a smooth, scenic ride as you follow your local guide to a national marine sanctuary, where you’ll get a chance to snorkel and swim in pristine waters.
NOTE: Required – Florida Boaters Safety: Florida Law requires everyone born after Jan 1, 1988 to take a boaters safety test to drive a boat. Each driver must present a passed boaters safety test prior to departure.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr 30 min
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What is included
- Wildlife Encounters – Keep an eye out for wildlife, including: Ospreys, Dolphins and Sea Turtles
- Snorkel at Mud Key Sandbar – Discover vibrant marine life while snorkeling around secluded mangroves
- Unique Eco Adventure – Embark on a one-of-a-kind guided tour to the Mud Keys In Key West
- Explore scenic island trails and experience the untouched beauty of Mud Key.
- Mini Pistol Boat Experience – Navigate your own custom mini boat
- Expert instruction on how to use the boats
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
Travel through the world renown Florida Marine Sanctuary on this one of a kind excursion that is focused on taking small groups through this protected waterway as you get up close and personal with wildlife and the beauty of this secluded environment.
This tour takes you through the secluded Florida Marine Sanctuary of the Mud Keys. Known for it's wildlife and serene sandbars. Enjoy a relaxing trip to one of the regions most beautiful sandbars located deep within the Mud Keys.
This trip takes you on a one of a kind tour of Key West and it's surrounding waterways.
This excursion begins at Cow Key Marina and takes you through the Cow Key channel which is known for manatee sightings, ocean birds and other aquatic life sightings.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Sunset Watersports
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You Must Arrive 1 hour prior to departure time
- There is a maximum of 2 adults per boat
- Required – Florida Boaters Safety: Florida Law requires everyone born after Jan 1, 1988 to take a boaters safety test to drive a boat. Each driver must present a passed boaters safety test prior to departure.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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