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‘s Included
Bottled water
Professional guide
Restroom on board
Soda and juice
Use of polarized sunglasses
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
What To Expect
Key West Extreme Adventures Shark Tours
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.
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Departure
Family Friendly: Please note: There is no age restriction to participate. We are very family friendly.
Key West Shark
Reviews
2,784 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wow! What an incredible...
John B,
Aug 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wow! What an incredible experience. To safely move to an area where so many sharks were, was simply amazing. To then see a family of dolphins jumping, swimming and having fun literally 10 metres from us made this trip something to remember x The staff were amazing, putting kids first and making the trip the best trip we had ever done x Fully recommend to anyone
Amazing
Aric C,
Aug 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a beautiful ride out. The captain was talkative and very informational. They included free drinks for the entire time and we even fed the sharks over the boat! An amazing time we will definitely be coming back to this spot!
Shark adventure
Tracy V,
Aug 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00This is a must do for everyone. This experience was awesome. The guides on the boat was very knowledgeable about the sharks and gave you a lot of information. I would definitely say this is the best thing to do while you are in key west. Thanks to the guides on the boat for an awesome adventure! Y'all were great!
Great experience, up...
Danielle G,
Aug 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience, up close with sharks and dolphins! Crew was very friendly and informative! Highly recommend!
A must do in Key West
Mitchell S,
Aug 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00if you're going to Key West you Must take part in seeing the Sharks eat it up live, it's incredible. Enjoy
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