Shark and Wildlife Viewing Adventure in Key West
Overview
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2 hours
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This is the only shark tour in the USA and to our knowledge the only tour where guests do not get in the water to view the sharks. Delight in close-up views of sharks and a variety of other marine life. In this eco-friendly catamaran, travel through shallow waters to a location a few miles from shore, observing dolphins, stingrays, barracudas and native birds along the way. Bait is used to attract lemon, nurse and other types of sharks to the side of the boat. Learn all about Key West wildlife and enjoy complimentary soda, juice and chips throughout this family-friendly tour.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately
No alcoholic drinks permitted
Guests may bring their own lunches and beverages
Important Note: must call to confirm departure time or your tour may not be guaranteed
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Key West Extreme Adventures
After check-in, the Tiger Cat will cruise through Key West harbor on the way to the Key West National Wildlife Refuge. Here guests will see numerous sharks and a variety of wildlife including dolphin.
Key West
Travel through shallow water close to mangrove islands as you make your way about 4 miles (6.4 km) away from shore to the shark viewing site. Along the way, keep your eyes open for dolphin, sea turtles, stingrays, barracudas, tarpon and an array of native birds. Listen to your experienced pilot discuss the delicate ecosystem of this area and its abundance of wildlife. Enjoy complimentary water, soda, juice — as well as the use of polarized sunglasses — during your trip. When you arrive at the shark destination, get ready for an unforgettable experience! Your pilot will use bait to draw a host of sharks that swim right up to the boat so you and your family can observe them in safety and comfort. See numerous lemon and nurse sharks, and watch out for bull, black tip and hammerhead sharks during nearly one hour of shark viewing. Capture dramatic photos you can't wait to share with family and friends.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Professional guide
Restroom on board
Soda and juice
Use of polarized sunglasses
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
Departure
Family Friendly: Please note: There is no age restriction to participate. We are very family friendly.
Key West Shark
Reviews
3,146 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Top notch
M6460HHnancyk,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience very informative very safe great crew
Fun family experience.
K5532WNkaterinam,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family enjoyed this trip and learned many new facts about sharks.
Shark frenzy
320tonin,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely highly recommend.this tour it was amazing the people are very knowledgeable and friendly saw lots of lemon sharks got to feed one 2 hours well spent 👍👍👍
Thrilling to see sharks in the wild!
Karin W,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a really fun excursion. Captain Clay and his brother, Matthew, kept things fun with lots of great info and plenty of corny jokes. The ride out to the feeding site was the smoothest ride we had all week! I didn't know what to expect with the feeding, but whatever I thought it would be, it was more! When we arrived at the feeding site, the guys hooked a fish to a rope over the water and the sharks would jump out of the water for it. It was incredible! They shared all sorts of facts about the sharks and made sure that everyone got a good view. We saw at least a dozen sharks, some were pretty large (estimated at 10')! They even let kids throw scraps into the water. It was a pretty thrilling experience. Highly recommend!
Great Trip!
339meghanr,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time! Beautiful!
Great experience for all ages!
Vacation11300525379,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great experience! We had two adults and three teenagers, we all loved it. Two of the kids were nervous about sharks and after hearing the education provided by the guides the kids couldn't get close enough to see the action of the sharks. The tour operators were kind, friendly and incredibly knowledgeable. After seeing the sharks feed we went to find dolphins and had great success. None of us were ready for the experience to end!
Great family activity
Jennifer S,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience! Got to see lots of sharks (all Lemon sharks) and when they heard dolphins were in the area they stopped to see them too. Boat is covered, which was great, and the staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. We took our 3 year old and they were very accommodating. Fun and engaging for all ages!
Fun time!
Adventure54981139876,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tanner and Matt were great guides. We saw dolphins and sharks. They shared a go pro video of the sharks feeding that was really cool. It was a fun way to spend an afternoon. We had a little trouble finding the starting point but we got there with plenty of time to figure it out.
Perfect morning/afternoon addition to a day in Key West
Daniel S,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a perfect morning or midday addition to a Key West trip. The boat is totally covered providing shade, it’s not too crowded, and has room for bag storage. The captain and boat crew know the deal to see the wildlife and get kids involved. I can’t think of one improvement to the trip.
Just do it! 🦈
Carolyn N,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Exciting and knowledgeable experience, the crew was very friendly and made our trip such a memorable time
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