Shark and Wildlife Viewing Adventure in Key West

Overview

This is the only shark tour in the USA and to our knowledge the only tour where guests do not get in the water to view the sharks. Delight in close-up views of sharks and a variety of other marine life. In this eco-friendly catamaran, travel through shallow waters to a location a few miles from shore, observing dolphins, stingrays, barracudas and native birds along the way. Bait is used to attract lemon, nurse and other types of sharks to the side of the boat. Learn all about Key West wildlife and enjoy complimentary soda, juice and chips throughout this family-friendly tour.

City: Key West

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $89.00

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Tue 24 Dec

Starting at $89.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Bottled water

Professional guide

Restroom on board

Soda and juice

Use of polarized sunglasses

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately
No alcoholic drinks permitted
Guests may bring their own lunches and beverages
Important Note: must call to confirm departure time or your tour may not be guaranteed
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands

What To Expect

Key West Extreme Adventures Shark Tours

After check-in, the Tiger Cat will cruise through Key West harbor on the way to the Key West National Wildlife Refuge. Here guests will see numerous sharks and a variety of wildlife including dolphin.

Key West

Travel through shallow water close to mangrove islands as you make your way about 4 miles (6.4 km) away from shore to the shark viewing site. Along the way, keep your eyes open for dolphin, sea turtles, stingrays, barracudas, tarpon and an array of native birds. Listen to your experienced pilot discuss the delicate ecosystem of this area and its abundance of wildlife. Enjoy complimentary water, soda, juice — as well as the use of polarized sunglasses — during your trip. When you arrive at the shark destination, get ready for an unforgettable experience! Your pilot will use bait to draw a host of sharks that swim right up to the boat so you and your family can observe them in safety and comfort. See numerous lemon and nurse sharks, and watch out for bull, black tip and hammerhead sharks during nearly one hour of shark viewing. Capture dramatic photos you can't wait to share with family and friends.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (1000)

why1928

Dec 2022

It is the life experience. The captain and crews are very nice and knowledgeable. We did enjoy it a lot. We are not just spotting the sharks and dolphins. Riding waves made us feel so good in the deep water. For sure we all should try it one time at least in the life time.

Response from Host

Dec 2022

It is wonderful to hear that you enjoyed all the details of that tour. Thank you for sharing the adventure!

Greg_M

Dec 2022

Captain Ken, Clay and Matt. Great guides, very knowable and funny! Recommend this trip to anyone visiting Key West. I’ve been to Key West many times and this was definitely one of my favorite things!

Response from Host

Dec 2022

We love to hear that you enjoyed both our knowledge and humor. We will encourage Clay to work on improving the quality of his jokes...LOL...thank you for taking the adventure!

Kpat1022

Dec 2022

Awesome trip. A must if you have kids. The guides are great. Saw lots of dolphins playing and a ton of sharks. Kids even got to throw the fish in to the sharks. Great experience

Response from Host

Dec 2022

Providing the opportunity for the kids to feed the sharks is one of our pleasures so thank you for having your family out on the water with us!