Key West Afternoon Snorkeling Trip with Margaritas

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Overview

Don’t miss this exciting Key West Afternoon Snorkel Trip that blends the best of Key West: sunshine, sail boats, blue water, colorful fish, and icy cocktails.

Highlights

  • Sail offshore aboard a state-of-the-art 65-foot catamaran
  • Catch the views from sundeck seating or chill in the shaded lounge
  • Spend 60 minutes of snorkeling over a living coral reef
  • Enjoy complimentary reef safe sunscreen and a freshwater rinse shower
  • Start happy hour early with icy margaritas, cold beers, wine, and snacks

Why Travelers Choose This Activity

This special Key West Snorkeling Trip delivers sunshine, snorkeling, and icy margaritas.

Description

Come aboard a luxury 65-foot modern sailing catamaran to spend a sunny afternoon on some our top island pastimes: boating, playing in the beautiful blue waters, and drinking ice-cold margaritas as the evening draws near. Sure, the margaritas mentioned by Key West icon Jimmy Buffet most likely happened in Cozumel Mexico. However, he probably knocked back a few here and there is certainly no harm in you honoring him by doing the same on our fun-filled Key West Afternoon Snorkel Trip. Your captain will plan the trip according to seasonal and daily conditions, and you will spend a relaxing hour cruising out, enjoy snorkeling for an hour, then start happy hour while you enjoy the scenery on the way back to port.

Snorkeling a fairly well-known water activity and one of the watersports Key West is famous for. The island is such a popular snorkeling and scuba diving destination because the waters around Key West lie along the Florida Coral Reef, North America’s only living coral reef, and within the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. Over 500 species of fish, lobsters, sea turtles, dolphins, and a wide variety of coral can be found in these waters, and snorkeling is a safe and simple way for almost anyone who is comfortable in the water to get a look at this amazing natural environment.

Snorkeling is actually very accessible to folks of all ages and physical conditions. The gear required is minimal and lightweight: a dive mask, snorkel, and a pair of swim fins. And you do not have to be a particularly good swimmer to snorkel. Once you are familiar with wearing a dive mask, and in control of your breathing enough to keep your lips sealed around the snorkel mouthpiece and inhale and exhale calmly through the snorkel, the rest is incredibly relaxing. You simply float face down in the water, peer at the sights below, and kick your feet when you want to move around.

On our Key West Afternoon Snorkeling Trip, top-quality equipment and professional instruction are included, and flotation devices are available for beginners who would like a confidence boost. The catamaran has a special stairway that makes getting in and out of the water safe and easy. Air and water temperatures are at their peak in the afternoon, making this a very good time to go out. A freshwater rinse when you come back aboard and you will be ready to celebrate the day with tropical music, new friends, and a few beverages.

The Best Key West Afternoon Snorkel Trip

Enjoy adventure along with all the amenities of a modern sailing yacht on this tour: large sundeck, shaded lounge area, clean marine restrooms, complimentary water and sodas throughout the day, and margaritas, beer, and wine after snorkeling. Friendly crew members, great service, and an amazing boat make this trip a highlight of any Key West visit and an unforgettable introduction to snorkeling for beginners.

The departure point for this trip is directly at the Key West Cruise Ship Port, so there could not be a more convenient cruise ship shore activity. Space is strictly limited and these trips under the warm afternoon sun are very popular, so take advantage of our secure online booking application to reserve your spot now. Your tour vouchers along with all other necessary details will be delivered right to your smart phone. All you need to do is show up with a swimming suit, towel, sun-protective clothing, and ready for a good-time!

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What's Included

  • Convenient departures just steps away from the cruise ship docks
  • State-of-the-art 65-foot ocean catamaran
  • Top-quality snorkeling equipment and expert instruction
  • Gratuities
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What To Expect

The state-of-the-art 65-foot ocean catamaran features a shaded seating area, a marine restroom, and a freshwater rinse shower.

Departure check-in

Departure point is just 1 block from the Cruise Ship Port.

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All guests must check in beginning 30 minutes before departure to present their trip voucher and receive a boarding pass.

Scenic cruise out to the snorkeling area

The modern catamaran is equipped with both a sun deck and shaded seating area.

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The captain will choose the best snorkeling area based on weather and water conditions.

Convenient stairway to the sea makes getting in and out of the water safe and easy

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Snorkeling over America’s only living coral reef

Expect to see tropical fish, coral and a variety of marine life — every trip is different.

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All snorkeling equipment and necessary instruction is provided.

Complimentary beverages

Stay hydrated with soft drinks and water, then enjoy icy margaritas, chilled wine, & cold beer after water activities are complete.

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • This activity is 1 Block from the cruise ship port
  • What to bring: Photo ID, swimwear, towel, camera, and a smile!
  • Must know how to swim to snorkel
  • The minimum age for this activity is All ages
  • This activity will have a maximum of 100

Frequently Asked Questions (12)

Q: Can I go on the trip and choose not to snorkel?

A: Yes. We do not require you to participate in snorkeling although the ticket price is the same for everyone. Read more Jan 2026

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-1463213

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Convenient departures just steps away from the cruise ship docks
  • State-of-the-art 65-foot ocean catamaran
  • Top-quality snorkeling equipment and expert instruction
  • Reef-safe sunscreen and a freshwater rinse shower
  • Complimentary margaritas, beer, wine, sodas & water
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • This activity is 1 Block from the cruise ship port
  • What to bring: Photo ID, swimwear, towel, camera, and a smile!
  • Must know how to swim to snorkel
  • The minimum age for this activity is All ages
  • This activity will have a maximum of 100

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