Top 9 Key West Catamaran Cruises

1.Key West Champagne Sunset Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 586 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $59 per person Our pick

Set out from Key West Historic Harbor on a spacious catamaran for a 90-minute sunset sail. Sip included champagne, wine, beer, sangria, soft drinks, or water while watching Mallory Square and Fort Zachary Taylor from the sea. The friendly crew, onboard restroom, and open views make this an easy choice for couples, families, and celebrations.

“activity for a mid-sized bachelorette party: captain and crew were awesome, boat was gorgeous, bottomless cocktails, and the perfect length of time on board. event was a hit for the group and the peak of the trip!”

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2.Dry Tortugas National Park Day Trip by Catamaran from Key West

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 433 reviews · from $220 per person

Take the Yankee Freedom III catamaran from Key West to Dry Tortugas National Park. You’ll tour Fort Jefferson, snorkel with provided gear, explore sandy beaches and coral reefs, and enjoy breakfast and lunch aboard the boat. Guides such as Hollywood and Dan bring the fort’s story to life, while the long ride offers wide-open Gulf views.

“Nice experience. Good crew on the ferry. There certainly were no beautiful and colorful coral beds. They were grey and brown and a few fish. I expected more tropical. But glad I went to see just once.”

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3.Shark and Wildlife Viewing Catamaran Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 150 reviews · 2 hours · from $99 per person

Join Captains Ken, Clay, and Dave Harris aboard the shaded 34-foot Tiger Cat for a two-hour eco tour in Key West’s backcountry waters. A scent attracts sharks close to the boat for safe viewing, while the crew explains local marine life. You may also see dolphins, turtles, stingrays, birds, and seashells.

“It was awesome! We saw at least 8 sharks. 🦈 Totally great. It was worth every penny. Also we saw friendly dolphins! 🥲🥰”

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4.Afternoon Catamaran Sail and Dolphin Watch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 116 reviews · 2h 30m · from $59 per person

Set out from Lazy Way Lane for a 150-minute afternoon catamaran cruise with an English-speaking crew. Sip unlimited beer, wine, sangria, soft drinks, and water while watching for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins in the waters around Key West. The crew searches known dolphin areas, but sightings are never guaranteed.

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5.2 Hour Key West Mini Catamaran Eco Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 104 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · $265 for the boat, seats 2

You pilot a two-person mini catamaran around Key West with a local guide such as JoJo, John, or Nina. Expect mangrove channels, open-water riding, a possible sandbar stop, swimming, and quiet backcountry islands. Boats are easy to steer but can feel bumpy in waves. The group is capped at eight people.

“Great experience with Captain JoJo. Small group size with a great guide, would do it again. Comfortable vessel not too small or too big, easy to operate. Unfortunately did not see any sea life this time!”

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6.Bimini Charters – Private 3hr Catamaran Charters, Sail & Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews Top rated

Book the entire catamaran for up to six people and set your own tone for three hours on the Key West coast. Captain Nils and first mates such as Simon, Jess, or Patrick may take you to West Sambo Reef, mangroves, or a calm sunset spot. Bring your own food and cocktails, then snorkel, lounge on the deck, or ride the forward trampolines.

“The captain and the first mate were amazing and helpful. Knowledgeable and kind. The boat was beautiful and well equipped and maintained. They helped with getting in the water and refreshments. The water was incredible, they pointeRead more”

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7.Catamaran Snorkel with Seafood Boil and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 9 reviews · 4 hours · from $89 per person

Spend four hours aboard a Sebago Watersports catamaran, snorkeling at two Key West sites such as Sand Key, then enjoying shrimp, corn, potatoes, and drinks. Guides provide gear and help for all experience levels, but you must be able to swim. Meet at the Historic Key West Seaport.

“Superbe activité. Équipage très sympathique et agréable. La nourriture était très bonne et boissons à volonté idéal pour se rafraîchir après les plongée magnifiques on a pu faire du snorkeling et voir de très jolis poissons.”

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8.Catamaran Champagne Sunset Sail

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3 reviews · 1h 30m · from $79 per person

Board Sebago Watersports’ catamaran Marquesa at Key West’s Historic Seaport for a 90-minute sunset sail. Your English-speaking captain points out Mallory Square, Sunset Key, and Fort Zachary Taylor while the crew serves unlimited champagne, wine, beer, sangria, water, and soft drinks.

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9.Bimini Charters – Private Luxury Catamaran 3-hr Sunset Sails

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $137 per person

Captain Nils and first mate Simon take your private group aboard the 44-foot S/V Liberty for a three-hour Key West sail. You can snorkel West Sambo reef, watch for dolphins and turtles, bring your own food and cocktails, and finish near Mallory Square as the sun drops over the Gulf.

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