Key West snorkeling from Miami: 3 hours on the reef with open bar

Six hours on Key West means time to snorkel the reef and still walk the island.

A full-day bus tour from Miami to Key West with 3 hours of coral reef snorkeling aboard a luxury catamaran, unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and sanitized snorkeling gear included. Hotel pickup in Miami is part of the package; the snorkel portion runs subject to weather conditions, and swimmers must know how to swim. A guide speaks English or Spanish throughout the day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Key West tour and snorkeling adventure

• Pickup from Miami hotel
• Stop for breakfast and bathroom in Key Largo
• Spend 6 hours exploring Key West island
• Enjoy 3-hour coral reef snorkeling on catamaran
• Unlimited drinks and snorkeling gear included
• Return by bus from 908 Caroline Street
• Arrive back at hotel between 9 and 10 pm

The Experience

The bus leaves Miami in the morning and drives down the Florida Keys, stopping once in Key Largo for breakfast and a bathroom break before arriving in Key West. You have six hours on the island, starting with the snorkel at 1 pm. The catamaran is a luxury vessel where you'll spend three hours in the water at the Key West Coral Reef, with unlimited beer, sodas, water and alcoholic drinks available on board. Snorkeling gear is sanitized and included; you just need to know how to swim.

Between the snorkel and your departure at 5:45 pm, you can walk Key West and try the local food — Key Lime Pie and Conch Fritters are the things people come back for. The return trip to Miami is non-stop, and you'll be back at your hotel between 9:00 and 10:00 pm depending on where you're staying. The whole day runs 15 hours from pickup to drop-off.

Weather can cancel the snorkel portion; you won't know until you're in Key West, and if conditions aren't safe, you get a refund for that part of the tour. Anyone under the influence of alcohol, marijuana or illegal substances will be denied entry with no refund issued.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup in Miami.
• round-trip transportation on the bus.
• snorkeling gear sanitized and ready to use.
• 3 hours of coral reef snorkeling on a luxury catamaran.
• unlimited beer, sodas, water and alcoholic drinks on board during the snorkel.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Key West Express Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a full day out of Miami with snorkeling built in and company the whole way — the bus, the catamaran and the guide handle the logistics, so you just show up at your hotel in the morning.

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Top questions

What's the snorkeling like at Key West Coral Reef?

The reef is in the blue waters off Key West and the snorkel runs for 3 hours aboard a catamaran. You'll be in the water with sanitized gear provided, and the catamaran stays stocked with unlimited drinks the whole time.

How much time do I actually have to explore Key West?

You have roughly 6 hours on the island after the snorkel ends and before the 5:45 pm departure. That's time to eat, walk around and see the local spots without rushing.

What happens if the weather is bad and snorkeling gets cancelled?

The snorkel portion is subject to weather conditions and won't operate if it's not safe. You won't know until you arrive in Key West, but if it's cancelled, you'll receive a refund for that part of the tour.

Does the price include food and drinks?

The open bar on the catamaran includes unlimited beer, sodas, water and alcoholic drinks during the snorkel. Food is not included, but Key West has plenty of restaurants and cafes, and the local Key Lime Pie and Conch Fritters are worth trying.

What do I need to bring or know before booking?

You must know how to swim to participate in the snorkel. Bring a swimsuit and towel; snorkeling gear is provided and sanitized. The tour runs in English or Spanish with a live guide.