Small Group 2 Hour Dolphin Cruise with Snorkeling to Shell Key
Overview
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2 hours
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Hop on a cruise to Shell Key Island and see dolphins and other wildlife while snorkeling. At this pristine wildlife preserve, you'll get to snorkel and observe the wildlife, go for a relaxing swim, or just walk along the beach and collect shells. Depending on the time of year, you'll see dolphins in their natural habitat, along with manatees, rays, and wild birds.
All of our rides are semi-private, with a maximum of 6 passengers per boat, so you get to avoid the crowds when you ride with us.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You must check in 30 minutes prior to your departure time. All trips leave promptly at their departure time
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Parking at the marina
BYOB welcome
Cooler with ice on board
FREE parking at the Tierra Verde Marina Resort
Food, unless specified
Gratuities
What To Expect
Island Ferry's Dolphin-Snorkeling Cruise takes you snorkeling by boat to Shell Key, and to see dolphins at the same time! See dolphins in their natural habitat, along with manatees, rays, and wild birds. Go snorkeling and shelling on Shell Key Preserve, where you'll find hermit crabs, conchs, rays, horseshoe crabs, and more. Island Ferry is not a drop-off service, but rather the boat stays at Shell Key with you for the entire time. You can take a break from snorkeling and shelling, and sit on our shaded boats with a cold drink. And while you and your family are in the water, the Island Ferry crew stands watch on lifeguard duty. So we keep everyone safe! We provide the snorkel gear and the floating noodles.
Options
Mid Day Dolphin/Shell Key
Dolphin/Shell Key: See dolphins and visit Shell Key at the same time! See dolphins in their natural habitat, along with manatees, rays, and wild birds. Then go shelling on Shell Key Preserve.
4:15pm Dolphin/Shell Key
See dolphins and visit Shell Key at the same time! See dolphins in their natural habitat, along with manatees, rays, and wild birds. Then go shelling on Shell Key Preserve.
9am Dolphin/Shell Key
See dolphins and visit Shell Key at the same time! See dolphins in their natural habitat, along with manatees, rays, and wild birds. Then go shelling on Shell Key Preserve.
Reviews
1,492 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Birthday Cruise
Renee E,
Jul 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a beautiful experience! It was my girlfriend’s birthday and we went riding around looking for dolphin and to the beach on Shell Key! We found a bunch of dolphin and the beach was amazing! Captain Noel was awesome, very knowledgeable and I felt safe! We also met a nice couple celebrating their anniversary! It was perfect 🥰🥰
Great captain! Lots of...
Victoria S,
Jul 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great captain! Lots of dolphins and a manatee. Neat little Key with thousands of shells. Didn't find any big ones, but got enough small ones to fill a mason jar. Great day on the water. Noel.took excellent care of us.
A guaranteed good time and great memories.
tammy s,
Jul 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wonderful Captain and very knowledgeable on her wildlife as she is a Marine biologist. She was able to show us five manities plus dolphins in our trip to Shell Island was amazing snorkeling.
Our guide, Noel was very...
Carrie H,
Jul 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide, Noel was very knowledgeable about the area and provided a fun, laid back experience. Highly recommend!
Noel made it happen
Amber E,
Jul 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00We started out with potential for inclement weather, Noel kept us out of the storm and ended up extending an hour and taking us for the best shelling we’ve ever done.
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