Key West Shark Viewing: Unique, Eco-Friendly Adventure
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Key West
Experience a unique and eco-friendly adventure in Key West with our shark viewing tour. Get up close to sharks and other marine life without getting in the water. Book now!
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • 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.

What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Professional guide
  • On-board restrooms
  • Soda and juice
  • Use of polarized sunglasses
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

This unique shark tour, the only of its kind in the USA, provides an opportunity to observe sharks without getting into the water. Experience watching sharks and a diverse range of marine life up close. Our environmentally conscious catamaran will transport you through the shallow waters to a spot a few miles offshore, where you can also see dolphins, stingrays, barracudas, and local bird species. We use bait to draw lemon and nurse sharks, among others, to the side of the boat. This tour, appropriate for all family members, also features educational information about the wildlife in Key West and complimentary refreshments, including soda, juice, and chips.

  • 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
Location
Opal Key Resort & Marina
Front Street
Directions: Dock is located on Pier B behind the resort.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Lesliegq8309sb
Jun 23, 2024
Sharks! - this was so cool! i have to admit I had some anxiety about seeing sharks that up close, but once i saw the boat and how big and safe it was i absolutely loved it. my husband was worried about getting seasick bc it was super windy but the boat is so steady theres no way one can get sick. the owners are so nice and knowledgeable. the big cooler of beverages was a nice treat in the heat. the experience is just like the pics posted. loved it
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Jillwu2620hg
Jun 23, 2024
Best tour ever!!! - Was the best tour we did in Key West! We went with our 3 teenagers and they loved it! We highly recommend doing this tour if you are in the keys! The crew was funny and super educated about sharks and we got amazing pictures from the tour as they make sure every single person gets front row viewing.
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Michael_r
Jun 22, 2024
Perfect family activity. - The waters around Key West are beautiful. The team gave a great tour; very informative, made sure everyone got to see the sharks and that the little kids got to interact with the feedings.
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Kristen_s
Jun 21, 2024
Shark-feeding frenzy! - A fun cruise to observe dolphins and lemon sharks feeding. The father and son crew were very knowledgeable about the behaviors of the dolphins and sharks - a mini biology lesson.
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James_h
Jun 20, 2024
Awesome! - Excellent informative cruise and shark feeding. We will do again if we come back for vacation. Everyone got a chance to take a ton of pictures.
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Tyson_w
Jun 20, 2024
Awesome - Great time!!!!! Crew was great, fun, knowledgeable and experienced. It as awesome to see the sea life!!!!!!
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Bonnie_o
Jun 18, 2024
Awesome shark trip! - Great trip! Saw tons of sharks and really enjoyed the crew! We went during the two week stretch of tropical storms and we’re thrilled that captain was able to take us out.
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Melissa_g
Jun 18, 2024
Something You Don't Get to Do Every Day! - I'm having trouble uploading my photos, but this excursion was amazing! We had a group of 12 (adults, children ages 6-16, and grandma) and we were all impressed. The guides were knowledgeable and entertaining and the sharks did not disappoint! It was an incredible experience that you don't get to have every day. They not only fed the sharks for our non-stop awe and enjoyment, but they knew how to entice them to jump up to get the fish when it was *just* out of reach. After we had fed the sharks a few fish, they didn't take us directly back to shore, but rather took us to the "dolphin playground" to see some dolphins. The dolphins were rather elusive, but they drove us around until we found some! They also provided non-alcoholic beverages to enjoy on the trip. Our group had nothing negative to say about this experience and it remains a favorite of our week-long trip to the Keys! Well worth the money!
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Ssathena92
Jun 18, 2024
Amazing interaction with Key West’s resident lemon sharks! - The shark feeding was amazing to watch. The captain and crew were extremely knowledgeable about the sharks and their habitats. You could interact with the crew throughout the tour and they were both friendly and knowledgeable about the locations we visited. The boat was spacious, comfortable and not crowded. You were able to walk around with ease and view your surroundings throughout the excursion. The captain made sure that everyone had a chance to take photos and that all children had a front row seat for the adventure.
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733wayneb
Jun 16, 2024
Professional - A lil misleading, only because our trip was cancelled due to the weather. I gave this an excellent rating as the tour operator was more than professional enough to reach out the morning of our planned excursion to tell us the seas were too rough to tour. While disappointing, we really appreciated the professionalism of the staff in reaching out early so we could avoid the drive to the pier. This gave us some more "Z" time as our flight was late getting in the day before, so the extra sleep was appreciated! This is on our list of "must do" events on our next trip to the Keys!
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