If you come to Key West Florida, there are a few things you will notice. One, it’s an island that seems to run on its very own timezone. If you’re used to rushing around, this is not the place to do it, so leave the rat-race behind, because time grinds to an. But even so, Key West Florida is also home to some of the most exciting ocean excursions on the planet, and it’s this contrast that makes it one of the most desirable destinations to take a vacation.
After you’ve settled into your tropical accommodations, tasted some of the local fare and lounged at some of the most pristine beaches, take it up a notch and hop aboard an Eco-wildlife and Eco-shark viewing excursion. Yes, that’s right, we said sharks. Don’t worry, on this tour, you don’t actually have to engage with sharks intimately, but it will how neat would it be to get a little more up close and personal with one of man’s most feared predators? State-of-the-art tour boats will whisk you out to the high seas, educating you on the myriad species of wildlife that call the coast of Key West home, all the while preparing to show you Florida’s toughest residents. Most visitors will have the chance to view and photograph bull, hammerhead, lemon, nurse, black tip and if you’re really lucky, tiger sharks. Your onboard guide will teach you all about the local marine life, as well as the migratory patterns of the local bird species. If you’re a nature lover, this adventure is definitely for you!
The waters around Key West Florida may be home to some of the world’s fiercest predators, but they’re also home to the some of the ocean’s friendliest mammals, the Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphin. Join a Key West Florida Wild Dolphin Encounter, and you’ll have the opportunity to observe these jovial clowns in their natural habitat. Your onboard professional guide will share with you why it is that these beloved mammals are so highly intelligent. Not only will you have a chance to watch them frolic and play with one another, but there will be snorkeling gear on board so you can slip into the warmth of the Atlantic and spend an afternoon exploring coral reef gardens, viewing passing tropical fish, and maybe even experience a kiss from a wild dolphin!
You would be remiss not to explore the pristine waters off the coast of Key West Florida, but getting above it all is just as exhilarating. On the hunt for the best view in Key West? Soar like a seabird above it all on a parasailing excursion. With the option to take off from the beach or from the water, a speedboat and professional guide will zip you up into the air where you can let your feet dangle 600 feet above it all, spectacular views for as far as the eye can see, and warm Caribbean breezes tickling your sun-kissed skin. It’s one of the most freeing, and thrilling experiences available in Key West, so be sure to throw that on the ‘ol Key West Florida bucket list.
