All-Inclusive Sandbar Safari with Dolphin Playground Encounter
Description
Embark on a journey like no other. This tour takes guests on an amazing journey from Key West to a secluded sandbar & then to the dolphin playground in the Florida Marine Sanctuary for some dolphin watching. With picturesque views of the Gulf of Mexico and expert guides providing insights into the history & ecology of the area, guests can relax at the sandbar while our crew fills your cups with unlimited draft beer, wine & mimosas. Next, we will venture out future into the Sanctuary to get closer than ever to our dolphin pods. The tour includes complimentary lunch (menu below) & unlimited draft beer, mimosas & wine. Our professional crew will make this a trip of a lifetime that you'll cherish for years to come. This trip is perfect for families, couples & solo travelers seeking a unique & unforgettable experience in the Florida Keys.
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This trip is a unique and exciting experience that takes guests on an adventure into the Florida marine sanctuary. The sanctuary is a protected area of the ocean that is home to a diverse range of marine life, including dolphins, sea turtles, and various species of fish. The highlight of this trip is a visit to a secluded sandbar, where guests can enjoy a secluded and peaceful experience. The sandbar is surrounded by crystal clear waters and offers stunning views of the surrounding natural beauty. In addition to the sandbar experience, guests will also have the opportunity to visit the dolphin playground. This is an area of the ocean where wild dolphins are known to frequent, and guests will have the chance to get up close and personal with these intelligent and playful creatures. The dolphins are accustomed to human interaction and often approach the boat to say hello, giving guests a unique and unforgettable experience.
Jewfish Basin is a unique and exciting experience that allows visitors to explore one of Florida's most beautiful natural areas. Jewfish Basin is a shallow and protected bay located in the Florida Keys, known for its crystal-clear waters, stunning sunsets, and abundant marine life. When visitors stop at a sandbar on a tour of Jewfish Basin, they will disembark from the boat onto a shallow area of sand that is surrounded by clear blue waters.
Our tour leaves from the Historic Seaport in Downtown Key West
This trip passes by South Beach
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please arrive 60 minutes prior to departure to check in which will provide enough time to go through our check in procedures.
Reviews(667)
Stellar staff and beautiful day with dolphins and swimming - and floating - out at the warm & clear sand bar!
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had a stellar day on the water and enjoyed swimming, floating, and spending time with the dolphins at the sandbar. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with our crew. We hope to see you back in Key West for another adventure soon!
This was a fantastic adventure! We had a great crew- captain Madison was wonderful! Took the time to make sure everyone was having a great time, felt safe and welcomed - the service was fantastic- always had food and drink whenever we wanted! They were extremely knowledgeable in the area and the sea life. Highly recommend to anyone.
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful adventure with us. Captain Madison and the crew will be delighted to know they made you feel safe, welcome, and well taken care of throughout the day. We’re also glad you enjoyed the food, drinks, and learning more about the local area and marine life. Thank you for the high recommendation—we hope to have you back on the water for another unforgettable Key West adventure!
We had the best day ever. everything about it was perfect. The crew Maddison, sydney & emily were the best and worked very hard - theres a lot to be said about an all female crew! The girls never stopped and certainly made our experience the best. If I could choose this crew again I would go with them everytime. Well done ladies you were amazing.
Thank you so much for this incredible review! We’re thrilled to hear you had the best day ever and that Madison, Sydney, and Emily made your experience so special. They’ll be absolutely delighted to hear your kind words and know that their hard work and dedication made such a lasting impression. We couldn’t agree more—our all-female crew is an amazing team! 💪💙 We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope you’ll choose us again for your next Key West adventure!
Great day on the water, friendly staff, definitely recommend. Only downside is the single use plastic drinks cups
Thank you for sharing your feedback! We’re glad you had a great day on the water and enjoyed our friendly crew. We truly appreciate your recommendation, and we also appreciate you mentioning your concern about the single-use plastic cups. We’re always looking for ways to improve our operations and be more environmentally conscious. We hope to welcome you back for another great day on the water!
My family and I were really looking forward to this excursion, which makes the experience even more disappointing. Before the excursion, I specifically messaged the company and explained that we were arriving on a cruise ship. I asked whether we would have enough time to get off the ship and make it to the excursion, and I was assured that we would. We made it a priority to get off the ship as quickly as possible and were actually among the first passengers off. We immediately headed to the meeting location, only to find out that the excursion had already left without us. What bothers me most is that I feel like I was intentionally misled. The company knew we were cruise passengers, knew what time our ship was scheduled to dock, and still told me we would have no problem making it. Had they been upfront and told me the timing was too close, I never would have booked it. I requested a refund since we never even had the opportunity to participate, but they refused and told me I was outside their cancellation policy. This wasn’t a situation where we simply changed our minds or showed up late because of something we did. We relied on the information the company gave us before booking. If the company knows what time cruise ships dock and knows passengers cannot realistically make the excursion on time, then I don’t understand why they offer or recommend this excursion to cruise passengers in the first place. We lost our money and, more importantly, missed an experience that my family had genuinely been excited about. I would strongly recommend that other cruise passengers get the meeting time and the company’s assurance in writing before booking, because our experience was extremely disappointing.
We’re sorry to hear that this guest was disappointed, but we would like to clarify what was communicated and how we handle cruise ship guests. This is not how we work or communicate with our guests, and we want to make sure future customers have accurate information when planning their excursions. The guest contacted us to ask about shuttle services, the best way to reach our location from the cruise port, and whether the boat would wait for them. Our team responded: “We do not offer shuttle services for our sandbar trips. The cruise port is only about a 7–10-minute walk. Captain does not wait for anyone; guests need to be checked in before boarding time. Boarding will not start until 10:45am.” At no point did we promise that the boat would wait or assure the guest that they would definitely make the excursion. In fact, we specifically explained that the captain does not wait for guests and that they must be checked in before boarding. Guests arriving by cruise ship are responsible for allowing enough time between their ship’s arrival, disembarkation, and their excursion reservation. We always do our best to provide estimated walking times, boarding information, and other details to help guests plan accordingly. We also understand that this reservation was made through a third-party booking platform, whose 24-hour cancellation policy applied to the reservation. Since the guest did not arrive for the scheduled excursion, it was considered a no-show and fell outside the applicable cancellation window. We’re always happy to answer questions and help guests plan their arrival, but we cannot guarantee that a vessel will wait for passengers who have not checked in by the required boarding time. We hope this clarification helps future cruise passengers plan their excursions with confidence and avoid any misunderstanding about arrival and boarding requirements.
Awesome day! Fun for all ages. Capt John, Kayla & Kathy were great. 🏝️🩷☀️
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! 🩷🏝️ We’re thrilled to hear you had an awesome day and that the whole family had a great time! We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Capt. John, Kayla, and Kathy. ☀️🐬 We hope to see you back on the water with us again soon!
Great day on the water. Saw dolphins and relaxed on the sandbar. The crew was awesome. Kathy and Kayla were always right there for drinks or fun facts. Captain John took care of us. Highly recommend.
Thank you for the fantastic review! 🐬☀️ We’re so happy you had a great day on the water, enjoyed the dolphins and sandbar, and felt well taken care of by our crew. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Kathy, Kayla, and Captain John! 🍹🏝️ We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you back in Key West again soon!
Amazing, beautiful sights with relaxing atmosphere and incredible experience, highly recommend! Ship crew super down to earth and knowledgeable, thank you for everything!
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the beautiful sights, relaxing atmosphere, and your experience with our crew. It means a lot to know that their knowledge and down-to-earth approach made your time with us even more special. We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you back again soon!
This sandbar experience was the most fun we’ve had on our honeymoon! The team was so friendly, engaging, and made the whole experience even better. The boat ride was smooth, and they played great music the entire time. We didn’t see much sea life while snorkeling and only got to see a few dolphins on the way back, which was still really cool! The experience was on the pricier side, and while we enjoyed the open bar, we felt the food selection could have been better for the overall cost. We also felt there was quite a bit of emphasis on tipping the staff throughout the experience, which was something to keep in mind. The amount of time at the sandbar was perfect, although the ride back seemed to drag a little. There were about 65 people on our trip, which felt like a lot. If you’re considering this for your honeymoon, just keep in mind that there were tons of kids, so it may not be the best choice if you’re looking for a more adults-only or romantic atmosphere. Overall, we had a blast and thought the crew, music, and sandbar experience made for such a fun day on the water!
Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful review, and congratulations on your honeymoon! We’re thrilled the sandbar, music, smooth ride, and friendly crew helped make it such a fun day. We also appreciate your honest feedback about the food selection, group size, and overall atmosphere. We’ll share your comments with our team as we continue working to improve the experience. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable day on the water! 🌊💙
The Sandbar Cruise was great! Cpt. Madison, Emily, and Sydney were the best team. They were knowledgeable, transparent, and attentive. Everything was well organized, the team clearly crew what they were doing and cared about making it an enjoyable experience. 10/10
Thank you for the amazing 10/10 review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the Sandbar Cruise, and that Captain Madison, Emily, and Sydney made your experience so enjoyable. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with the team. We hope to see you back on the water soon!
