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What
to pack?
A few suggestions for making your visit enjoyable.
Local
Marinas Bringing your
boat? Need a ramp? Bait? Check here.
Nearby
State Parks
The Florida Keys are home to some of America's exceptional
state parks.
Key West
Beach
Our favorite Florida Keys beaches.
RV Parks
Information for those who drive their recreational
vehicles to Key West.
Camping
Campsites and campground info.
Gay
Travel
Key West's motto is "One Human Family",
and our diverse community offers a world of options for gay travelers.
History
of Key West
Early historical accounts of the island. |
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Dolphins Encounters
in Key West
"See local Key West dolphins in the wild & up
close"
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| Viewing dolphins in the wild, their natural
habitat, is much more special and exciting than viewing them captive. |
Schools of wild dolphins inhabit the waters surrounding Key West and
there are several small companies willing to take you out in search of
these magical creatures in their natural habitat. Dolphin are so common in the Key West area that one specific location is usually referred to as the “dolphin playground”.
Dolphins are curious, friendly, but wild mammals that are protected by
stringent federal regulations. Visitors are not allowed to feed, touch
or swim with dolphins in Key West. They may, however, come up to the boat
and frolic and jump for your pleasure and leave you overjoyed at this
unforgettable meeting.
After your visit to the dolphin playground, your guide will then take you to some wonderful backcountry snorkeling
spots to see live coral, sponges, and colorful tropical fish.
Snorkeling equipment and instruction is included.
Keep in mind that dolphin are wild animals and, although the captains
do an excellent job of finding them each day, their presence is never
guaranteed. The pristine beauty of their home, though, will never disappoint.
Recommended Key West Dolphin Trips:
This dolphin watching trip is aboard the "Amazing Grace", a 24-foot vessel that will delight every member of the family.
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Wild About Dolphins - Dolphin Watch Trip
This is original dolphin charter of Key West. This trip
is limited to six passengers, morning and afternoon.
This four-hour trip includes a visit to the dolphin playground and a second stop in the backcountry for snorkeling.
Breakfast or lunch, light snacks and beverages, as well as all your gear (snorkeling equipment, towels, wet suits, binoculars), are included.
Trip Times: 8 am - 12 pm & 1 pm - 5 pm
Cost: $85 per person.
For reservations and information:
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Glass Reef Glassbottom Boat
This 3-hour trip is aboard an original glassbottom boat for dolphin watching and snorkeling.
Visits a dolphin playground and two snorkeling
locations. 6 passenger limit (private
trips are also available).
Includes snorkel gear, beverages, and
light snack.
Times:
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 pm
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
4:30 p.m. - sunset
Cost:
$89 adult/$69 child (12 & under)
For reservations and information:
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Sit back and enjoy this 36'-foot vessel while you view dolphin in the wild.
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Dolphin Cat - Dolphin Watch Trip
This dolphin watching trip is aboard a spacious catamaran, providing plenty of room for up to 18 passengers.
This three-hour trip includes a visit to the dolphin playground and a second stop in the backcountry for snorkeling.
Snorkeling equipment and non-alcoholic beverages are included with this trip. Rental wetsuits are available, though not necessary, for $10.
Trip Times: 9 am - 12 pm & 1 pm - 4 pm.
Cost: $55 per adult, $45 per child 12 & under.
For reservations and information:
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