florida keys shark tour

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SHARK & WILDLIFE EXTREME ECO TOURS

Key west, florida.

join us for an amazing key west adventure

Experience eco tours through the pristine backcountry waters of Key West for 2 hours of shark and wildlife viewing.  A scent is deployed to attract these apex predators right next to the boat. In these calm waters you will see a variety of wildlife, turtles, stingrays, birds and dolphins.

Captains Ken, Clay and Dave Harris are your hosts conducting the tour.  They each have more than 30 years experience on the Florida Keys waters.

Enjoy the comfort and shade aboard “Tiger Cat”, a 34-foot catamaran.  The conservation and preservation of our fascinating marine environment is of paramount concern in keeping our natural resources of the backcountry waters safe and intact.

WELCOME TO KEY WEST

All the way south on US1 lies one of the best beach vacations spot in the US: Key West. As Florida’s southernmost point, this small island city has so many attractions to offer, from historic homes, pristine beaches, endless water activities to an incredible restaurant, nightlife scene – There’s no shortage of great things to do in Key West.

If you love road trips consider driving from Miami to Key West for the ultimate road trip in the United States.

Just 90 miles north of Cuba, you’ll feel like you’re in the Caribbean with warm temperatures throughout the entire year. Looking for a laidback, tropical and cultural trip? Key West is the perfect spot.

MEET OUR CREW

Enjoy a shark and wildlife eco tours in Key West aboard the custom built eco-adventure vessel “Tiger Cat”.

Captain Ken Harris, Captain Dave Harris, Captain Clay Harris

“ The Key West Shark Whisperer’s ”

Capt. Ken Harris  (right) (Key West): Captain Ken has over 30 years of guiding in Key West.  Capt. Ken has proven over the years that he can find the largest of the target shark species in the Key West waters and is a pioneer of locating large sharks in the shallows and banks of the lower Keys.

Capt. David Harris  (left) (Key West): 20+ years as a captain and guide, the former director of the Key West aquarium, dolphin trainer and aquatic specialist for the Rainforest Café.  Capt. David is pedigreed on the scientific aspects of all aquatic life.

Capt. Clay Harris  (center) (Key West): 20+ years experience on Key West waters under the mentorship of his father Capt. Ken Harris. Guided for 7 years along with a wide range of jobs on the water.

Matt Harris (Key West):Reservations and marketing director having lived in Key West his whole life.

KEY WEST ECO TOURS

Enjoy shark and wildlife eco tours in Key West aboard the custom built eco-adventure vessel “Tiger Cat”.

Adults - $89.00 Children (6 years  – 16 years old) -  $49.00 Children (under 6 years) - $29.00 *Private tours and large group rates are available

Cold drinks are included.

Call 305-508-1951 or email: [email protected]

Location: Pier B behind the Opal Key Resort where there is a convenient parking garage

We are an ECO friendly business as well as a CUSTOMER friendly business.

If you are trying to book online and your day is booked out please call (305) 508-1951 as there is probably space available, we are trying to control number of passengers for comfort and no overbooking errors. We require 24 hour advance cancellation notice by phone or text for a refund. Sorry, no animals allowed. We encourage you to check us out at TripAdvisor.com . 

TESTIMONIALS

"great trip. fun experience. the captains of the boat were awesome. they were very informative, funny and had great stories.", "had a great time seeing dolphins, sharks and different fish guides were very knowledgeable and entertaining. great experience for the right price.".

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Shark Viewing Trips

Trip details, cost & times.

Our Shark Viewing Tours are the perfect excursion for groups, friends and families that don’t want to get in the water with sharks but still want to be able to experience the majesty of this ocean predator all from the comfort of a reliable boat.

The Shark Viewing Trip is the ultimate solution for guests who are looking to experience the power and grace of pelagic shark species within close proximity to the dock in the waters of the Gulfstream of the Atlantic Ocean.

November 1st- March 9th: 7:30 am – 10:30 am, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm, and 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm

March 10th- October 31st: 8:00 am – 11:00 am, 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Sharks Seen

Lemon, Bull, Blacktip, Hammerhead, Tiger

Tours & Descriptions

4 hour shark viewing trips, 7:30 am to 11:30 am 12 pm to 4 pm.

Shark viewing tours are perfect for families, friends, and groups that would like to observe the ocean's apex predators without going in the water. Whether you are a local or are on vacation, our shark viewing tours bring a new perspective to sea life compared to viewing from land. It is common to observe dolphins, turtles and other marine life while on these excursions. We bring these powerful creatures right to the boat which provides a spectacular close up view by all. Upon arriving on location after only a few miles of traveling along the sparkling Floridian waters, the captain will chum the water to attract the sharks and other marine life to the vessel. A larger baitfish will be attached to a (hookless) line to allow for a unique viewing experience of the sharks chomping down on their prey. The types of sharks that you may encounter are tigers, makos, bulls, reef, hammerheads, and blues. To best fit your schedule, we offer 4-hour morning and afternoon trips. Full day charters are also available by request. Please feel free to bring your own photography and/or videography so you can capture this once in a lifetime experience.

6 Hour Shark Cage Trips

8 am to 2 pm, $225 per person with a 4 passenger minimum to sail private charter $1200 up to 6 passengers.

Our shark dive adventures are the culmination of many years of working on the water. We sail from Key Marathon on our vessel Fins, which has been outfitted to run at speed with our super strong, custom built cage. The cage comfortably holds two at a time and the entry and exit of the cage has been designed to easily provide access by everyone. If you’re not comfortable in the cage, the view from the cockpit is also spectacular. Most who begin watching from the cockpit quickly see how exciting and safe the cage is and find themselves venturing into it before the trip has ended. You do not have to have any experience as a diver to fully enjoy the beauty of sharks since it is a surface shark cage. Whether you are a local or are on vacation, our shark cage tours allow for you to become part of the majestic ocean and it’s habitants. It is common to observe dolphins, turtles and other marine life while on these excursions. Upon arriving on location after only a few miles of traveling along the sparkling Floridian waters, the captain will chum the water to attract the sharks and other marine life to the vessel. We bring these powerful creatures right to the boat which provides a spectacular close up view by all. The types of sharks you may encounter are hammerhead, bull, lemon, tiger, blacktip, and nurse, just to name a few.  Please feel free to bring your own photography and/or videography so you can capture this once in a lifetime experience. We recommend that you bring a change of clothes. You may want to pack snacks/drinks, a hat, sunblock and if you have any of your own snorkeling gear you are welcome to bring it along.

3 Hours Sharks & Rays Viewing with Sunset Cruise Trip

$100 per person with a 4 passenger minimum to sail private boat $495 up to 6 passengers.

The shark viewing and sunset cruise will have different sail times due to the changing times for sunset.

Shark & Ray viewing tours are perfect for families, friends, and groups that would like to observe the ocean’s apex predators without going in the water. Whether you are a local or are on vacation, our shark viewing tours bring a new perspective to sea life compared to viewing from land. It is common to observe dolphins, turtles and other marine life while on these excursions.

We bring these powerful creatures right to the boat which provides a spectacular close-up view by all. Upon arriving on location after only a few miles of traveling along the sparkling Floridian waters, the captain will chum the water to attract the sharks and other marine life to the vessel. A larger baitfish will be attached to a (hookless) line to allow for a unique viewing experience of the sharks chomping down on their prey. The types of sharks that you may encounter are tigers, makos, bulls, reef, hammerheads, and blues. If yourself or one of your party would like to “wet a line” and catch some dinner, you are more than welcome to.

After all the excitement from interacting with the sharks, we complete the trip with a slow sunset cruise. We will strategically position the boat you take in the full beauty of a “ postcard perfect” Florida Keys sunset from the water. Be sure to look for the green flash as the sun sets below the horizon. Please feel free to bring your own photography and/or videography so you can capture this once in a lifetime experience. Full Day Charters are available upon request.