Morning Dolphin & Snorkel Combo Tour

Morning Dolphin & Snorkel Combo Tour — Key West

Start your day with the best double-header the Florida Keys have to offer. This 3-hour morning adventure takes you straight to the Dolphin Playground — the local hotspot for Key West's resident dolphin pods — before heading out to one of the most vibrant sections of the Florida Keys Barrier Reef for a full guided snorkel. You're back at the dock by midday with your afternoon still free and a memory that'll outlast the sunburn.

After departing from the marina, your captain navigates to the Dolphin Playground, where local pods are known to swim, jump, and ride the bow wave right alongside the boat. Wild dolphins, up close, behaving naturally — it's consistently one of the most talked-about moments guests experience in Key West. From there, the boat heads to a prime coral reef site within the Florida Marine Sanctuary. Dive into crystal-clear turquoise water teeming with sea turtles, eagle rays, and hundreds of species of tropical reef fish. All gear is provided and the crew gives expert instruction before you hit the water.

Once you've had your fill of adventure, cold draft beer and soft drinks are served as you cruise back through the scenic Key West harbor. The perfect morning.

Maximum 35 guests per departure.

Duration

1. 3 hours total
   
2. Check-in: 30 minutes prior to departure (check in by 10:30am for 11:00am departure)
   
3. Departure: 11:00am daily
   

Location / Where to Meet

1. Check in and depart from: 201 William St, Key West, FL 33040 — Historic Seaport / Key West Bight marina
   
2. Street and paid public parking available nearby
   
3. 2 above-deck modern marine restrooms on the boat
   

Ages & Requirements

1. Open to most ages
2. Children under 5 are free
   
3. Youth (ages 6–12): youth pricing applies
   
4. No prior experience required — snorkeling instruction is provided on board
   
5. Guests should be comfortable in open water
   
6. Swimming with dolphins is not permitted and is illegal in the Florida Keys
   

What's Included

1. Guided dolphin watch — cruise to the Dolphin Playground to observe wild dolphins
   
2. Guided snorkeling at one of Key West's top coral reef sites
   
3. All snorkeling equipment (mask, snorkel, fins, and flotation if needed)
   
4. Expert snorkeling instruction from the crew
   
5. Unlimited cold draft beer and soft drinks (served after snorkeling)
   
6. All required safety equipment
   
7. State-of-the-art sound system and 2 modern marine restrooms on board
   

Not Included

1. Gratuity — never expected, but if you have a great experience, please consider gifting 10–25% to your guides and captain
   
2. Waterproof camera — can be added at checkout for an extra fee
   
3. Trip protection — can be added at checkout for an extra fee
   

What to Bring / Wear

1. Swimsuit & towel
   
2. Reusable water bottle
   
3. Reef-safe sunscreen (non-nano mineral, free of oxybenzone, octinoxate, and parabens)
   
4. Dry bag for valuables
   
5. Seasickness medication — if prone to motion sickness, take at least 30–60 minutes before departure
   
6. Waterproof camera — the company is not responsible for damaged or lost items
   
7. Please remove jewelry or valuables that can be damaged or lost in water
   

Wildlife Guidelines

Please be respectful of the fact that coral is a living organism and any standing, touching, or knocking over will irreparably damage the organism that takes a very long time to grow and is essential to our marine reefs. Please also be respectful of any marine animals including but not limited to turtles, rays, sharks, and dolphins. Please never chase, harass, feed, or touch any marine species. Enjoy their company if they approach and calmly move away if you are in their path.

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