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    Dolphin Watching & Sandbar Swim in Key West

    Swim at a secluded sandbar and watch playful wild dolphins up close, with lunch and unlimited beer and wine included.

    4.8 stars• 19.2K reviews
    From$130/ person

    Duration

    5 hrs

    Includes

    Lunch, Unlimited beer and wine

    Highlights

    Escape the crowds on a full-day cruise to a secluded sandbar and the Dolphin Playground. Relax in crystal-clear water, enjoy included drinks and lunch, and observe wild dolphins in their natural habitat.

    1. Cruise to a tranquil sandbar far from the crowds
    2. Swim and float on lily pads in turquoise shallows
    3. Sip unlimited beer, wine, mimosas and soft drinks
    4. Enjoy a hearty lunch of Cuban sandwiches, tenders and wraps
    5. Watch wild dolphins alongside the boat at Dolphin Playground

    What's Included

    1. Open bar with unlimited beer, wine, mimosas
    2. Fresh lunch with sandwiches, tenders, wraps, fruit and veggie trays
    3. Paddleboards and floating lily pads

    Things to know

    Please arrive 45 minutes early for check-in at the property.

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund or credit with 24-hour notice of cancellation. Full refund or credit if the operator cancels due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.

    FAQs

    Yes. The trip includes an open bar with unlimited draft beer and wine plus lunch with Cuban sandwiches, chicken tenders, veggie wraps, fruit, veggies, cheese and crackers, and pita with hummus.

    Guests typically have ample time to swim, float, paddleboard, and relax before heading to the dolphin viewing area.

    Yes. Paddleboards and floating lily pads are included for guests to use at the sandbar.

    Meeting details

    201 William St. Key West FL 33040

    Experience provided by Sunset Watersports
    Experience provided by Sunset Watersports

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    Adult

    $130.53

    Ages 13+

    0

    Youth

    $90.35

    Ages 6 - 12

    0

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    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
    19.2K reviews•Google Maps

    Sunset Watersports offers a solid range of activities from parasailing and jet skiing to snorkeling trips and dinner cruises, with most visitors leaving genuinely impressed. The parasailing consistently gets rave reviews, with guests like Wyatt and various captains earning specific shoutouts for making the experience memorable and capturing great photos. The dinner cruises seem to be another winner, with Captain Kristen, Captain Logan, and others praised for their knowledge and service. People love the combination of sunset views, live music, cocktails, and the overall atmosphere. The snorkeling excursions also get strong marks, particularly when captains like Kristen find calm spots on the reef and crews like Kevin, Maggie, Helen, and McKenzie take time to explain everything thoroughly. That said, there are some hiccups worth noting. One detailed review painted a concerning picture of the water adventure park experience, citing inattentive staff more focused on their phones than guest safety, mediocre food (boiled hot dogs and chicken nuggets), and a snorkeling setup that felt underwhelming. Another guest had a truly disappointing sunset sail where the crew couldn't even get the sail up, leading to an hour spent circling near the dock with static-filled music and subpar food and drinks. While these negative experiences seem to be outliers given the overwhelmingly positive feedback, they suggest consistency can vary depending on which activity you book and which crew you get. The jet skiing and parasailing appear to be the safest bets if you're trying to decide what to book.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Fabulous evening on the Sandie Cat with friends! Captain and crew were attentive and very friendly. It looked like there was rain all around us, but our wonderful captain steered us between the storms. The boat was not overcrowded at all, and there were plenty of places to stand or sit to enjoy the view. Live music was provided and a wonderful, complete dinner buffet was included too. A nice touch as we boarded the boat – rum punch was premade and ready to grab while we listened to the captains instructions on safety.Would 100% recommend and hope to go again next time we are in Key West.

    Photo of Sally Bartlett

    Sally Bartlett

    October 10, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Fabulous evening on the Sandie Cat with friends! Captain and crew were attentive and very friendly. It looked like there was rain all around us, but our wonderful captain steered us between the storms. The boat was not overcrowded at all, and there were plenty of places to stand or sit to enjoy the view. Live music was provided and a wonderful, complete dinner buffet was included too. A nice touch as we boarded the boat – rum punch was premade and ready to grab while we listened to the captains instructions on safety.Would 100% recommend and hope to go again next time we are in Key West.

    Photo of Sally Bartlett

    Sally Bartlett

    October 10, 2025

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