Key West Dolphin Watch and Sunset Sail on Catamaran

Sail across open water, spot dolphins, then watch the sky change color from the boat.

A three-hour sailing tour on a 42-foot catamaran in Key West combines dolphin watching with a sunset viewing from the water. The boat carries organic snacks and filtered water. You're welcome to bring your own beverages. Children from age 2 are welcome, and the tour suits all fitness levels.

The experience

The catamaran leaves with a live English-speaking guide and heads out to search for the resident Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins that live in Key West waters. The boat's design (lightweight and open) means unobstructed views in every direction as you sail, and the guide knows where to look. There's no guarantee you'll see dolphins on this particular trip, but the sailing itself is the draw: you're out on the water catching the wind, not watching from a dock or a crowded beach.

Once the dolphins are spotted (or the time comes to move on), the boat positions itself for the Key West sunset. This is the part most people come for: the sky shifts through colors, and you're watching it from the peaceful vantage point of the water instead of fighting for space on Mallory Square or a rooftop bar. Organic fruit and filtered water keep you refreshed throughout, and since it's BYOB, you can bring a drink to mark the moment.

The whole experience runs three hours. Service animals are allowed on board, and infants can come as long as they sit on an adult's lap. Public transportation options are available nearby if you're staying in town without a rental car.

What’s included

• Filtered water in reusable stainless steel bottles.
• fresh organic snacks from a local café.
• live English-speaking guide.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 15:15, 16:00 and 16:15

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (2 to 11 years)

GroupUp to 24

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Honest Eco Kayak and Snorkel

Is this one for you?If you're staying in Key West without a rental car, the public transportation nearby means you can reach the boat easily. The three-hour sail and sunset are built into one departure, so there's no separate transport to arrange once you're in town.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 11 years).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What kind of dolphins will I see on the Key West catamaran tour?

The tour searches for Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins, the resident species in Key West waters. The guide is experienced at finding them, though the tour does not carry a dolphin guarantee.

Can I bring my own drinks on the sunset sail?

Yes, the tour is BYOB (Bring Your Own Adult Beverages), so you're welcome to bring drinks to enjoy during the sail and sunset.

How long does the dolphin watch and sunset sail take?

The tour runs three hours total, starting with the dolphin search and ending with the sunset from the water.

What's included in the tour price?

The tour includes filtered water in reusable stainless steel bottles and fresh organic snacks from a local café. The guide is also included.

Do I need my own transportation to get to the boat?

Public transportation options are available near the departure point, so you don't need a rental car to reach the catamaran.