The Florida Keys is a haven for marine life, from dolphins to sharks – take an organised tour to get close to these incredible creatures.
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The Florida Keys have a stunning array of wildlife living in the shimmering turquoise waters. This is an area that is home to various species of whales, dolphins, and sharks, as well as manatees, turtles, and squid, with many endangered species among the vast assortment of wildlife in the area. Take time out from the beach, shopping, watersports and margaritas to take a boat trip, where there is a chance to spot dolphins and sharks – there are plenty of great tours to choose from.
Key West: Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Eco Cruise Tour
This three-hour dolphin-watching tour comes highly recommended, thanks to the friendly and knowledgeable crew and fun atmosphere. You’ll see pods of dolphins in their natural environment, playing in the turquoise waters around Key West. It’s all kept at a respectful distance and you can even enjoy a beer or glass of wine onboard. After the dolphin watching, there’s a chance to get in the water too, when the boat heads to the Key West Wildlife Refuge to snorkel in the shallow backcountry waters. Explore a vibrant underwater world of marine creatures and coral with the snorkelling equipment provided. From €76.85.
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Key West: Afternoon Catamaran Sail and Dolphin Watch
For this tour you take to the water in a beautiful 60′ catamaran to observe the dolphins play in Key West’s azure blue waters. The crew have a sold understanding of the marine wildlife in the area and are happy to share facts and knowledge as you sail. It’s 2.5 hours in length and the catamaran makes this a particularly serene and tranquil way to see the dolphins. There is also a chance to get a beer or a glass of cold sangria on board too – these are unlimited and included in the price of the tour. From €53.60.
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Shark and Wildlife Viewing Adventure in Key West
Onboard an eco-friendly, 34-foot catamaran this is a chance to get up close to sharks and other marine wildlife on this boat tour from Key West. This isn’t just a turn of phrase, the sharks really do come up to the side of the boat – especially when the captain drops bait off the side of the boat – with a chance to also spot dolphins, stingrays, turtles and birds. Over approximately two hours, the crew explains everything there is to know about Key West’s waters and the marine life that lives there. Cold drinks, snacks and polarized sunglasses are all included on this Key West shark cruise. From €81.05.
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