dolphin Safari Charters featured in National Geographic Travel
Featured in National Geographic Travel
Dolphin Safari Charters recommended by Visit Florida
Featured in National Geographic Travel
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Join Dolphin Safari Charters for Key West Dolphin Watching tours and Snorkeling.

Our small-group tours and private boat charter offer unforgettable encounters with wild dolphins in their natural habitat.

From vibrant reef snorkeling to secluded Florida Keys sandbars, we deliver excitement and relaxation — without the crowds.

Our Key West Tours

Price per ticket:
$119

A front row journey with wild dolphins & crowd-free snorkeling at Key West’s vibrant coral reef.

Wild Dolphin Watching – See pods of dolphins playing and swimming freely in the turquoise waters of Key West.

Snorkeling at Coral Reefs – Explore vibrant reefs filled with tropical fish, sponges, and colorful marine life.

Small Group Experience – Relax on our comfortable motorboat with shade, cushion seating, and plenty of space with 6 guests per boat maximum.

What’s included – Waters, juices, sodas, sparkling waters, cheese/peanut butter crackers, rice krispies, snorkeling gear.

Price per ticket:
$695

Skip the crowds on a private Key West sandbar tour — a locals’ favorite spot to swim, relax, and soak up island life.

Private Adventure – Cruise to one of Key West’s hidden sandbars, away from the crowds.

Island Vibes – Swim, lounge, and play in crystal-clear waters.

Comfort & Ease – Spacious boat with shade, seating, snorkeling gear, and inflatable water toys included.

What’s included – Waters, juices, sodas, sparkling waters, cheese/peanut butter crackers, rice krispies, cooler w/ice, snorkeling gear.

Price per boat:  $749$699  with Promo Code: ISLAND50

Kids favorite — dolphin watching tours and Snorkeling, reef, sandbars, and more, fully customized to you.

Mix & Match – Combine dolphin watching, reef snorkeling, sandbars, harbor cruise, or mangrove eco-tour.

Private & Flexible – 3.5 hours with your own captain and eco-guide, tailored to your group.

Comfort & Fun – Relax on a spacious boat with shade, music, inflatable water toys and snorkeling gear.

All-Inclusive Fun – waters, sodas, juices, sparkling water, cheese/ peanut butter crackers, cooler with ice included, snorkeling gear, inflatables.

Price per boat:  $749$849  with Promo Code: ISLAND50

Your perfect Key West day — private boat charter, dolphins watching tours, snorkeling, sandbars. Eco-adventures, all your way.

Mix & Match – Combine dolphin watching, reef snorkeling, sandbars, harbor cruise, or mangrove eco-tour.

Private & Flexible – 4.5 hours with your own captain and eco-guide, tailored to your group.

Comfort & Fun – Relax on a spacious boat with shade, music, inflatable water toys and snorkeling gear.

All-Inclusive Fun – waters, sodas, juices, sparkling water, cheese/ peanut butter crackers, cooler with ice included, snorkeling gear, inflatables.

Guests watching wild dolphins swimming alongside a private boat charter in Key West Dolphin Safari Charters

Why Choose Dolphin Safari Charters?

Unlike big commercial boats, our Key West dolphin watching tours are limited to just six guests, giving you a personal, safe, and comfortable adventure. Guided by experienced local captains, you'll visit the best spots for dolphin activity and discover pristine snorkeling reefs. Departing from Perry Hotel Marina on Stock Island—only minutes from downtown Key West—it's the easiest way to slip into paradise. Our Dolphin watching tours are featured on Key West Tourist, one of Key West's most trusted travel guides, for offering real, respectful encounters with wild dolphins. Whether you book dolphin watching, snorkeling, or a private charter, our small-group approach ensures a personalized experience you won't find elsewhere.

Family with young children in a life jackets enjoying afternoon Key West dolphin tour.

The Best Dolphin Watching Tours in Key West

Watch wild dolphins play and swim in their natural environment. Our 10 AM departure is one of the only morning dolphin tours in Key West, giving you calm seas and more time to enjoy the rest of your day.

Snorkeling at vibrant coral reef on Key West dolphin tours

Looking for Key West best Dolphin watching and snorkeling tours? Imagine slipping into crystal-clear waters, exploring vibrant coral reefs, and swimming alongside schools of tropical fish and other amazing marine life. Our small-group snorkeling adventures are designed to be safe, fun, and unforgettable. We provide all the snorkeling gear you need—so you can focus on the experience, not the prep. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned snorkeler, this is your chance to discover the colorful world beneath the surface. Book your snorkeling tour today and start your underwater adventure!

Three women sitting on a bow of the private charter boat in Key West.

Private Charters

Craving a day that feels like pure freedom? Private Sandbar Charter or Private Boat Charter Key West aboard Vitamin Sea, is the best way to feel the island vibe. It is fully customized tour that combines wild dolphin encounters, snorkeling, and time at a secluded sandbar. Our private boat charters put you in charge—chase playful dolphins, snorkel through dazzling reefs, hop between hidden islands, or kick back on a quiet sandbar with your favorite people. This is your getaway, your vibe, your adventure. Bring the crew, pack the sunscreen, and let’s make it a Key West day you’ll never forget.

Why Key West is America’s Premier Dolphin Watching Tours Destination

🌬️ Key West • Current Weather & Wind

Live wind map — plan your perfect boat day

Dolphin Safari Q&A

A: We specialize in small-groups and private Boat tours, with a maximum of 6 guests per boat.
This means no crowds — just personal attention, flexible itineraries, and
unforgettable and the best dolphin watching tours encounters in Key West. We also offer two departures per day of Dolphin watching tours and Snorkeling Combo which is unique for the island. 

A: Yes! Our private charters put you in charge—chase dolphins, snorkel vibrant reefs, explore hidden islands, or relax on a quiet sandbar with your favorite people.

 Absolutely. Families love our dolphin watching tours because they are safe, personal, and exciting
for all ages. With small groups and experienced captains, every guest — from kids to adults —
enjoys a memorable experience.

A: All tours depart from Perry Hotel Marina, 7001 Shrimp Road, Stock Island — just a
short drive from downtown Key West. Parking is easy, free and convenient at the marina.  Meeting point: The Salty Oyster Dockside Bar

A: We recommend: swimsuit, towel, reef-safe sunscreen, sunglasses, and a smile 😎. We’ll take care of the rest: snorkeling gear, waters, sodas, and a welcoming crew. If you forget something, don’t worry — we’ll do our best to help.

A: Your safety and comfort always come first. If the weather isn’t suitable for being on the water, we’ll reschedule your trip or provide a refund. We keep in close touch with you so there are no surprises, only great memories.

dolphin safari charters owners snipes

Eric, Alexandra & Teona

A Family, A Dream &

A Pod of Dolphins

We’re Eric, Alexandra, and our little ocean explorer Teona — the Canadian family behind Dolphin Safari Charters. What started as a dream to swap snow boots for flip-flops turned into an adventure that brought us from Canada to the turquoise waters of Key West.

Our very first Key West dolphin watching tours here changed everything, and now we’ve built a life sharing that same magic with you.

Every trip we run is no crowds, personal, family-driven,  packed with the joy of wild dolphins, stunning sandbars, and ocean air that clears the soul. Want to know how it all began? 👉

 

Escape The Crowd

Directions and Map

All our Tours depart from the
Perry Hotel & Marina

7001 Shrimp Road,  Key West  FL 33040

Free Parking Availableguests can use the Perry Hotel parking lot.

Meeting Point – Salty Oyster Pool Bar

Take a restroom break, put on reef friendly sunscreen, and grab a drink – your dolphin adventure starts relaxed and ready

📞 (305)747-0453  – we are happy to answer your questions and book the tour to remember

Meeting Point 

Salty Oyster Pool Bar

Map showing directions from parking to Dolphin Safari Charters departure location at Salty Oyster Bar Perry Hotel Marina on Stock Island Key West.