Loved our trip! The boat was sparkling clean and well stocked . 2 Females were the captain and 1sr mate and they were amazing! Friendly and attentative. They played great music too! There were some storms ahead of us but the time we got to sandbar it had passed. They had paddle board, lily pad etc… perfect for families & couple trips,
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Melissa_C
August 28, 2026 · via Viator
Sandbar tour
It was a great day. We had a great time with S.S. Pops crew. We would recommend to couples, friends and families.
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Jodi_L
July 1, 2026 · via Viator
Great for families!
This was a highlight of our trip for sure! The crew is amazing. They are kind, knowledgeable and made the experience so fun and relaxing! There were only two families (total of 13 people) on our trip so it was like we had our own private charter. The ride itself is worth the trip alone to be on the beautiful blue water and enjoy the views. The sandbar was great. My little ones enjoyed that they could touch the bottom, and my older kids loved exploring and using the paddle boards that were provided. We spent just the right amount of time at the sandbar (about 2 hrs). I would highly recommend this trip! It was great for our family of 6, with kids ages 6-13!
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled your family had such a memorable day with us. It means so much to hear that guests of all ages—from your little ones enjoying the shallow sandbar to your older kids exploring on the paddleboards—had a great time. Creating a fun, safe, and relaxing experience for families is exactly what we strive for. Thank you for your kind words about our crew and for recommending us. We hope to welcome your family back aboard the next time you're visiting the Florida Keys! ☀️🌴⛵🐬
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Roving43900317931
June 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fantastic!
We booked the Sand Tour during our trip and loved it so much that we booked the Mimosa Tour a few days later! The crew members are fantastic and incredibly personable. The boat is clean, and they offer snacks and drinks if you'd like them. The locations they take you to are beautiful, and the entire experience was so much fun. I highly recommend booking with them!
They are located right next to the Isla Bella Resort, where we were staying, so it was super convenient. You won't regret booking with them!
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're honored that you enjoyed your Sandbar Tour so much that you came back to join us for our Morning Mimosa Tour—that's one of the greatest compliments we could receive! We're thrilled you enjoyed our friendly crew, beautiful locations, clean boat, and onboard refreshments. Thank you for recommending SS Pops Island Tours, and we hope to welcome you back aboard the next time you're visiting the Florida Keys! ☀️🌴⛵
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constances481
June 8, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing , relaxing , fun
We did a sand bar tour with SS Pops in Marsthon Fl in the keys June 2026 for our anniversary ! They were all so accommodating and sweet as well as informative !.Kelly was awesome at recommending what we should do in the short period of time we had and her restaurant recommendations were in point . Our adventure was so fun and they had plenty of drinks and snacks for us . Ryan and Alyssa played great music as well. The captain Ryan gave me some great pointers on how to paddle board and I seriously was able to stand erect and paddle myself out and back toward the boat ! What an amazing experience !!! My husband and I loved they’re hospitality and would book with them Anytime !!
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Thank you so much for your amazing review! Happy Anniversary! ❤️ We're honored you chose to celebrate such a special occasion with us. It means so much to hear that Kelly, Ryan, and Alysa helped make your visit to the Florida Keys so memorable—from sharing local recommendations to playing great music and helping you build the confidence to paddleboard! We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to the crew. Thank you for choosing SS Pops Island Tours, and we can't wait to welcome you both back for another unforgettable adventure! ☀️🌴⛵🐬
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Tiziana_H
June 3, 2026 · via Viator
Relaxing day on the sandbar!
As our first attempt out to the sandbar didn't work out due to a storm, our captains Alyssa and Ryan prioritized safety and rebooked us for the next day. We had a great day relaxing on the catamaran as we made our way to the sandbar. When we arrived, we had a few hours to swim, paddle board, or just enjoy the sun. They were great hosts and captains and made our day enjoyable!
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled Alyssa and Ryan were able to make your experience such a memorable one. While weather in the Florida Keys can sometimes change our plans, the safety of our guests is always our top priority. We're so glad you were able to join us the following day and enjoy a relaxing trip to the sandbar with swimming, paddleboarding, and sunshine! Thank you for your understanding and kind words—we'll be sure to share them with Alyssa and Ryan. We hope to welcome you back aboard again soon! ☀️🌴⛵
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Jane Z
March 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Sandbar Trip was Awesome!
My friend, Deb and I went out on the island tour and sand bar trip. From the moment we arrived at the marina we were blessed with a view of a momma manatee and her newborn. Amazing and so precious! Our tour mates included two families with five young girls who are “friendsins” (cousins but not blood related), and two dogs who were very entertaining (all guests were consulted before the dogs were allowed to come). The crew included Captain Brian and his lovely wife as well as First Mate Keith, who was so friendly and helpful. We had an enjoyable sail around Marathon, under the 7 Mile Bridge, along the Gulf coast down to Vaca Cut, back to ocean side to a wonderful sandbar, filled with boats, kids, pets, and people swimming and playing in the sun and sea. There were pool noodles, paddle boards, a giant Lilly pad float and assorted other things to enhance the fun. Several manta rays passed us in the water while we were there. But the highlight of the day was on our way back to Isla Bella marina, just before the 7 Mile bridge, we were greeted by several pods of dolphins who entertained us for at least ten minutes! It was a most incredible experience! That may not happen every day but we were truly blessed. We will do this again for sure.
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Thank you so much for your incredible review, Jane! We're thrilled you and Deb had such a memorable day with us. From spotting the mama manatee and her newborn to seeing manta rays and ending the trip with dolphins, it sounds like you experienced some of the very best the Florida Keys has to offer! We'll be sure to share your kind words with Captain Brian, his wife, and First Mate Keith—they'll truly appreciate them. Thank you for highlighting our crew, amenities, and family-friendly atmosphere. It was a pleasure having you aboard, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure! 🌴🐬⛵
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ashleysI5740RW
March 24, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great Times
Fantastic trip!! The crew was accommodating and we had a wonderful time.
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Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're so happy to hear you had a wonderful time on our Sandbar Tour. Our crew works hard to make every guest feel welcome and comfortable, so your kind words mean a lot to us. We truly appreciate you choosing SS Pops Island Tours and hope to welcome you back aboard the next time you're in the Florida Keys! ☀️🌴⛵
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Allison W
February 13, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Canceled On
Our tour was canceled at the last minute. The 3 of us were the only ones scheduled on the boat that day so they canceled. It was very disappointing as this was the “big” thing we were doing on our trip.
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We sincerely apologize for the disappointment caused by the cancellation of your tour. Unfortunately, on rare occasions when we do not meet the minimum number of guests required for a scheduled departure, we are unable to run the trip. We understand how frustrating this can be, especially when it was something you were looking forward to during your visit.
Our team always tries to notify guests as early as possible and offer alternative options whenever we can. We truly regret that we were unable to make the experience happen for you that day.
We hope that if your travels bring you back to the Florida Keys, you’ll consider joining us again so we can provide the experience you were hoping for.
— The SS Pops Island Tours Team
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erniel2026
January 19, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Sandbar spectacular
Great trip, professional staff loads of fun!!
As long as you book it on a great day, we had perfect weather. Com sure pleasant ride out to the sandbar..
Boat have everything you would need for a great experience.
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Thank you so much for beautiful review, please come again and tell all your friends how lovely Marathon is!!