QUICK HIGHLIGHTS
INCLUDES:
Guided Backcountry Eco-Tour & Snorkeling
START TIME & DURATION:
10:00am & 1:00pm, Check-in 45 minutes prior to departure time. 2.5 hour tour
DEPARTURE LOCATIONS:
REVIEWS:
Over 1,349 5-star reviews, click Here to Read Reviews
QUICK HIGHLIGHTS
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INCLUDES: Guided Backcountry Eco-Tour & Snorkeling |
START TIME & DURATION:
10:00am & 1:00pm, Check-in 45 minutes prior to departure time. 2.5 hour tour |
| DEPARTURE LOCATIONS: |
REVIEWS:
Over 1,349 5-star reviews, click Here to Read Reviews |
Safari Eco-Tour Itinerary
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Expert Boat Instruction2 person private boats |
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Explore the Back-Country
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Cruise Through The Mud Keys or Snipes PointGo where the locals go |
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Anchor the Boats & Explore the Sandbar or IslandGrab a snorkel & explore the mangrove islands |
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Eco Cruise Back To the Marina
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SAFARI ECO TOUR DETAILS
Join us for a one-of-a-kind adventure on the Safari Eco Tour with Snorkeling—an exclusive Key West experience you won’t find anywhere else! Your journey begins at Cow Key Marina on Stock Island, where you’ll meet your expert guide and receive a quick lesson on navigating your personal mini pistol boat. When ready, you’ll set off through the winding backcountry waterways, led by your guide and surrounded by the beauty of Key West’s untouched nature.
As you cruise along, keep watch for remarkable wildlife like ospreys soaring overhead, manatees grazing near the mangroves, and even the occasional dolphin or sea turtle gliding through the water! After your scenic ride, you’ll arrive at the secluded Mud Key, a stunning sandbar nestled in the turquoise Gulf of Mexico. Here, you’ll have time to snorkel among the vibrant mangroves, exploring a thriving underwater world filled with unique marine life. Or, venture along the hidden island trails, taking in the natural wonders that few ever get to experience.
As you wrap up your time in this serene paradise, relax and take in the sights as you head back to the marina through a scenic mangrove maze. Perfect for nature lovers and adventurers alike, this exclusive tour combines thrilling exploration with the tranquility of Key West’s pristine waters and vibrant ecosystem.
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- Guided backcountry eco-tour
- Secluded islands exploration
- Snorkel gear
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Required – Florida Boaters Safety: Florida Law requires everyone born after Jan 1, 1988 to take a boaters safety test to drive a boat. Each driver must present a passed boaters safety test prior to departure. Tests can be taken online, click here.
The boats are custom 2-person pistol boats. A third (very small) person can be added to the boat if they are under 40 lbs.
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5001 5th Ave Key West FL 33040 (Google Map) Please check in 30 minutes prior to departure.
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We have a 24 hour cancellation policy. Any trip canceled before 24 hours in advance will be refunded in full. Our captains assess the weather on the day of the scheduled activity. If they determine that the trip will be unsafe, the trip will be postponed or canceled. We will immediately try to reschedule our guests’ activity if possible, but we will issue full refunds if need be.
ECO-TOUR REVIEWS
We took the safari eco tour from Cow Key Marina which took us out to the sandbar at Mud Keys. I am so glad we did the tour, because it’s hard to find a good swimming beach in the Florida Keys, but the sandbar was very shallow and very swimmable. We took our 6 year old as a 3rd guest. The water at the sandbar was shallow and very calm so he felt comfortable getting out of the boat and swimming during our time. Our guide was awesome! This would be a great tour for anyone!!
– Cami K. | Tripadvisor
My husband and I did the boat safari eco tour with Bridget, and had the best time! I will say that I recommend this only for people with some prior boating experience. The trip out to the mangrove area is about 25 minutes, and then you spend about an hour - 90 minutes in an area of shallow water where you can snorkel, swim, and look for shells/wildlife. We saw some rays while snorkeling. We loved being on the water!
– Colada K. | Tripadvisor
The best thing we did in the Keys, You get to drive your own 2 person speed boat to cool off the beaten path location and snorkel with a great guide that tells you what to look for. Brittany was a great guide!
– Joyce A. | Tripadvisor
My husband and I did the Safari Eco tour and highly recommend it! Michael was such a great guide - you can tell he truly loves the FL Keys and his job. The little boats go pretty fast which was fun and the sandbar we went to was beautiful. The water was crystal clear and the perfect temperature to cool off. Our only regret was scheduling this at the end of our trip so we didn’t have time to book another tour. We would’ve booked the jet ski tour! We'll be back for more with Sunset!
– Morgan B. | Tripadvisor
The Eco Safari Tour with Snorkeling is not to be missed! Incredible views in this beautiful place. We saw local fish, several sting rays, and got to see the mangrove system underwater. Quite amazing!! Highly recommend this eco tour - it’s different, beautiful and thrilling and the guides are first rate. Our guide was a blast throughout the tour and we appreciated his enthusiasm and his meticulous oversight and supervision for our safety. Excellent excursion in Key West!
– Kinzer | Tripadvisor