KEY WEST · FLORIDA KEYS
Key West’s best days on the water.
The 15 most popular canoes & kayaks in Key West. What each trip costs, how long it runs, and who takes you out.
Paddle Key West mangrove creeks on a calm, guided 2-hour eco tour with wildlife spotting, cool geology stories, and small groups.
Most Popular“This was a great excursion while visiting KW. Plan to go barefoot or wear flip flops. Wear lots of sunscreen. If it’s over 85 degrees out I wouldn’t do it ! 70 degrees was perfect (and hot actually). I didn’t bring a cell in kayak but could have (and wished I had). Put it in…”
Half-day Key West sailing with mangrove kayaking and snorkeling in protected waters, with wetsuits, drinks, snacks, and a sunset option.
“We had some weather come in while we were out. The Captain and crew did a great job keeping everyone safe and really made the best of it! We highly recommend this tour.”
A full-day Key West sailing, snorkeling, and kayaking trip to the wildlife refuge, with lunch and unlimited drinks included.
“Loved the crew! We were canceled from the original full day charter. But at the last minute we were added to a half day. Micah and Katie were very helpful”
Guided clear kayak eco-tour near Key West: 2 hours in Sugarloaf Key mangroves with close-up wildlife under your own kayak.
“My 9 year old son and I had our own kayak. Heidi helped us through the mangrove tunnels and pointed out all the sea creatures to see! Heidi was a fantastic guide, we felt safe and informed and had a lot of fun. Bring your water and apply sunscreen! We saw nurse sharks, starfish, pelicans…”
Kayak or paddle the Florida Keys from a custom catamaran, learn about mangroves, then relax on a remote sandbar with lunch.
“The experience itself was pretty good BUT the time changed and VIATOR did not update time. We wasted money to take an uber there and they would not refund us any money wasted on that and having to find something to do for 3 more hours. Boat trip was great, staff was wonderful. Kayak through…”
Kayak mangroves, snorkel the reef, and relax at Jewfish Basin sandbar with lunch and unlimited drinks on a 5-hour Key West charter.
“Perfect outing all around and I can't say enough good things about the crew. This was easily everyone's favorite thing we did during our trip to Key West.”
Kayak mangroves, cruise toward Key West’s marine sanctuary, then relax on a secluded sandbar with lunch and unlimited drinks included.
Key West kayak, snorkel, and morning sail through mangroves and reefs with Honest Eco. Small groups, organic snacks, wildlife sightings.
“Well run operation you will do some snorkeling and it will be guided and you will do some kayaking which will be guided. They offer water and very light snacks if you have children and they get hungry a lot please bring food for them or pack a lunch and they can put it in…”
2-hour Key West mangrove kayak from Cow Key Marina through tunnel waters. Spot manatees, nurse sharks, jellyfish with a guide.
Paddle Key West’s mangrove tunnels on a self-guided 2-hour kayak rental, with maps, gear, and wildlife viewing near Stock Island.
“the check in process was super easy and staff was extremely friendly. We loved going through the mangrove tunnels which made this kayak adventure different than just being out on the water paddling”
Paddle LED-lit clear kayaks through Key West mangroves at night, spot sea life in the dark, and learn from a small local guide team.
“You’ll get wet but it was warm enough in the evening not to be uncomfortable. No bugs at least this time. It’s a fun, magical and interesting activity!”
Key West eco-sail: double-masted schooner with kayaking and snorkeling, plus lunch, snacks, and wine. Small group, 5 hours.
“. It was a fantastic experience, the guides were very good and kind, and they were very attentive to our needs throughout the trip. We felt very safe at sea. I would recommend to others not to miss this trip with Joe and Cristina.”
A 4.5-hour Key West sail, kayak, and snorkel morning with mangrove paddling, snorkeling gear, snacks, and drinks for up to 20.
“Nice staff and boat and fun kayaking. Snorkeling was very disappointing. Would be better to stick with kayaking and sailing and make it shorter and less expensive”
Glow-lit tandem kayaking in Key West after dark with LED lights, clear hulls, and wildlife viewing. Self-guided 45 minutes for $70.
“Was kinda surprised that it was not guided but it was still a lot of fun! Staff was great and very friendly!”
Private Key West sandbar and paddle from Stock Island: calm mangrove creeks, your own kayak or paddleboard time, and relaxed sandbar cruising.
“10/10!! Awesome time! Kids had a great time❤️. Would do it again:) We had a great time and Bethany was super helpful.”
Every way to get out on the water, and every reason to stay for the sunset.
